Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Do not despise or judge your brother

You, then, why do you judge your brother or sister? Or why do you treat them with contempt? For we will all stand before God's judgment seat. It is written:

“'As surely as I live,' says the Lord,
'every knee will bow before me;
every tongue will acknowledge God.'”

So then, each of us will give an account of ourselves to God. Therefore, let us stop passing judgment on one another. Instead, make up your mind not to put any stumbling block or obstacle in the way of a brother or sister.

Romans 14:10-13

This is an immensely important theme, yet unfortunately, it's equally forgotten and neglected by many Christians. It seems that at every turn, we're ready to defend ourselves against anyone who disagrees with us. We feel proud when we judge others as wrong or weak in faith.

But Jesus teaches us not to judge anyone (Matthew 7:1) so that we won't be judged ourselves. There is only one judge, and definitely, it's not us...

In the passage today, we're reminded that each of us will be held accountable before God. Hence, let's not become stumbling blocks for others. Our freedom, beliefs, and understanding must never exceed our duty to care for and love our brothers.

Love faithfully as Christ loved you!

  • Pray for your brothers in faith and be one with them.
  • Forgive others and don't be offended by their immaturity. God knows everyone's intentions.
  • Do not condemn or judge if other Christians have different convictions, practices, or customs from yours. They are serving the Lord, not you.
  • Remember: our war is not against our brothers and sisters in Christ, nor against unbelievers (Ephesians 6:12). Live in peace with everyone!

Let's Pray:

Lord our God, help me to love my brothers and sisters despite differences in opinion, conviction, and culture. Help me not to judge or belittle my brother, who is equally loved by You. May Your infinite love transform our lives and make us one in the Lord! May Christ be the center of our lives and the bond that unites us, today and always! Amen.

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Yesterday's Devotional

Yes! God is faithful

"Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful."
— Hebrews 10:23

The Word of God is the only word we can safely hold on to. God is not a man who lies, and He does not make empty promises. When God makes a promise, you can be sure it will be fulfilled. That is why, when we place our hope in God, we build our faith on the Rock.

When we open the Bible, we can see how many promises God has made and fulfilled. Many of them, when fulfilled, went far beyond expectations. God always does more. It was like that with Abraham, with Joseph, and with many other servants of God. We must understand that God’s timing is not our timing. Waiting and standing firm in what God has promised is an exercise of faith.

Every time a promise is fulfilled, our faith becomes stronger, and we receive the blessing at the right time. Our spiritual growth and maturity help us reach the fulfillment of His promises. That is why we should feed ourselves with the Word of God and encourage one another in love, so we can remain strong and hopeful for the good things that are still to come.

It Will Come to Pass

  • Read the Word of God. Strengthen your faith and place your trust in the Lord.
  • Talk to God about your expectations. Give your worries into His hands and trust in what He can do.
  • Confidence grows through relationship. Spend more time talking with God.

Prayer

Lord God, You are faithful. Just like the heroes of faith, I want to place my trust in You. May Your will be done in my life. My hope is in You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Stay focused on God!

Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.
- Colossians 3:2

Today, more than ever, we have countless attractions and distractions at our disposal, just a click away! It seems that the whole world wants to divert our attention from what truly matters, drawing it toward things that are superficial, empty, and meaningless. Even so, none of this can fill us or satisfy the longings and struggles we carry in our hearts…

Therefore, take your thoughts and your trust away from the passing things of this earth and set them above, on the Most High.

Focus your mind on Christ and keep it fixed on Him! Everything will change in your life if you look upward. Persevere by surrendering yourself to the Lord with faith and love. Help will come from above (from God!), not from this world.

But understand, it is difficult to think about heavenly things when a flood of sensational news, fake news, entertainment, gossip, and so much useless information reaches us. When we let our minds drift in the vast sea of dispensable information, we run the risk of losing sight of what truly matters.

Keep your focus on Jesus!

  • Think about Christ! Be focused on the Kingdom of God and His righteousness (Matt. 6:33). Everything else should have secondary importance in your life.
  • Be selective! It is important to be informed and aware of current events (even to pray and converse with others). But without excess! Do not become overwhelmed with too much unnecessary information.
  • Purify your thoughts! See whether what fills your mind aligns with what the Bible and the Holy Spirit teach. If not, discard it immediately.
  • God first! Read the Bible and make it your number one priority each day. The faith and knowledge that come from it will keep you steady in life’s storms.
  • Pray more! Spend more time in God’s presence and less on social media. Think about God frequently throughout your day. Meditate, pray, and listen to the Lord through His Word.

Prayer:

Lord our God, help me keep my thoughts focused on things above, on Your Word, and not on this evil and passing world. May I reason with a mind transformed by Your love and grace. Cleanse me, and forgive me for wasting so much time filling my head with distractions and useless things. Teach me to make better use of the time You give me, to love and serve You and my neighbor. In Jesus’ name, amen.

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What is the Daily Devotional

The Daily Devotional is a special moment of your day that you dedicate to having a precious time of intimacy with God. It is very simple to establish an exciting routine of discovery and spiritual growth. You will achieve this by setting aside a moment each day to draw near to the Lord. During the Devotional, you will read a Bible verse with a meditation on the text. Then, you will meditate on the teachings and how to apply them in your life. In the end, you can pray.

How to do your Daily Devotional

Here are some tips for making the most of reading the Bible message during the Daily Devotional:

  1. Set aside a moment and choose a specific place: your devotional time will be more beneficial if you set aside the hustle and bustle and invest in a pleasant time alone with God.
  2. Read the verse or Bible passage attentively: develop a lifestyle committed to the Word of God every day and avoid distractions.
  3. Read the daily meditation: reflect and try to understand God's purpose for your life through the comments.
  4. Practical application: jot down your findings and don't forget to put into practice everything you have learned through the Bible.
  5. Share what you learned: try to share with people around what God has been teaching you in your moments of daily devotion as you go about your daily conversations and interactions.

Don't forget the importance of living a life fully committed to the Word of God!

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