Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

Back to the first love!

Yet I hold this against you: You have forsaken the love you had at first. Consider how far you have fallen! Repent and do the things you did at first...
- Revelation 2:4–5

The beginning of a relationship, the start of a new work project, or the first days of school are always very intense, full of passion, commitment, and dedication. Just as it happens in other relationships or activities we start, our first moments with God also tend to be marked by deep passion. Unfortunately, as time passes, many abandon their first love.

Today’s verse serves as a warning not to let this happen and to return to the practices of love we once showed Jesus at the beginning. If before you dedicated more time to loving (and serving) God and your neighbor through prayer, devotion, Bible reading and study, taking joy in attending services, evangelism, discipleship, going to church, etc., today is the time to return to your first love!

Return to loving as you did at the beginning

  • Remember where you have fallen make an honest self-analysis, reflect on your life, and remember how you abandoned your first love.
  • Repent, pray and ask for forgiveness, recognizing the mistake of neglecting and ceasing to invest in your love for God.
  • Practice the works you did at first, return to the early works with love, dedication, and total surrender to God.

To Pray:

Dear Father, I recognize that I have abandoned my first love for You… Forgive me, for I allowed our communion to become a lesser priority and drifted away from You. But today I want to return to loving You above everything and everyone, and to love my neighbor as well, serving more and better each day. Help me not to grow weary and to remain in my first love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Yesterday's Devotional

Reflecting Goodness

In 3 John 1:11, we read a precious piece of advice. This verse calls us to a deep reflection on our daily actions and choices.

Dear friend, do not imitate what is evil but what is good. Anyone who does what is good is from God. Anyone who does what is evil has not seen God.
- 3 John 1:11

We live in a world where evil often disguises itself as good, seducing us with empty promises and easy paths. However, as followers of Christ, we are called to discern and to seek the true goodness that comes from God. We must not conform to the patterns of this world but be transformed by the renewing of our minds, as taught in Romans 12:2.

Imitating what is good is more than a simple choice; it is a living testimony of our faith. When we practice good, we reflect the character of God and show the world the love of Christ. The goodness we demonstrate not only benefits those around us but also strengthens our own spiritual walk, drawing us closer to God.

On the other hand, those who choose evil and give themselves over to the works of darkness reveal that they do not truly know God. For how could we know the source of all goodness and still choose evil?

Therefore, may we, day after day, seek to imitate what is good. May our lives be a reflection of the light of Christ, illuminating a world often darkened by sin. Let us always remember that by doing good, we demonstrate that we are children of God and that we walk in the light of His love.

Imitating what is good

  • Practice acts of kindness daily, helping those in need and showing Christ’s love in action.
  • Reject negative influences, seeking guidance in the Bible and in prayer to strengthen your spiritual discernment.
  • Be a living example of faith, reflecting the light of Christ in your words and actions.

Prayer:

Lord, help us to do good every day and to help others with love. Give us strength to avoid harmful influences and to seek Your guidance in the Bible and in prayer. May our words and actions shine with the light of Christ. Amen.

Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

God is the strength of your heart!

"My flesh and my heart may fail,
but God is the strength of my heart
and my portion forever."

Psalm 73:26

By accepting our limitations, we recognize everything God has done for us. When we understand that everything comes from the Lord, we realize how much he cares.

Recognizing our weakness is not an excuse for sinning, but a reason to pursue God even more. When we don't recognize God's power, we have this false impression that we conquer all things with the strength of our two arms, when everything we receive is through the Father's grace.

God's grace gave the inheritance of Salvation and no amount of effort could repay the price paid on the cross. The strength of our arm is limited, but the strength that comes from God propels us to accomplish great things!

With God, we do more!

  • Recognize your limitations, and respect yourself. Understand that everything good comes from God.

  • Seek strength in the Word of God. It is effective in cooling our souls and invigorating our strength.

  • Don't feel weak, your strength comes from God. Seek the source, pray.

Pray:

Lord, you are my strength. When I feel weak, your Word invigorates me. I am grateful to You, because I know that Your hand has sustained me. Thank you Father, 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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