Daily Devotional

A daily devotional to strengthen your relationship with God.

Today's Devotional

You need your spiritual family

not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.

- Hebrews 10:25

No one is an island. You can't live your Christian life alone. When Jesus sent his disciples out to preach the gospel, they went in groups of at least two. We are no better than the apostles. We need our family.

In Jesus, we are all children of God. That means we are family. Only as a family, as a church, do we grow and become stronger and succeed in fulfilling Christ's mission: to reach the world with the gospel. It's not easy (we all make mistakes), but it's essential. Don't ignore your family!

To become more united with the family of Christ:

  • Get involved in a church
  • Look for people you can pray with regularly
  • Ask your pastor how you can help

Pray:

Lord Jesus, help me to love the brothers and sisters you have given me. I want to be a blessing to my spiritual family. May your love make us more united, so that more people can get to know you. Amen.

Yesterday's Devotional

Hope beyond life

If in this life only we have hope in Christ, we are of all men the most pitiable.
- 1 Corinthians 15:19

The idea expressed in this verse warns us about a reality that is often forgotten: there is much more than the life we see here. Just like a fetus that lives well in the womb for nine months and does not know what awaits it in the outside world, we also have no idea what is yet to come.

What we experience here on earth will only be a glimpse of what awaits us in eternity...

The sufferings and difficulties we face now cannot compare to the wonders we will experience in eternity beside our Lord. Our hope should not be only earthly, but alive and firmly anchored in eternity!

Our soul waits for the Lord;
He is our help and our shield.
For our heart shall rejoice in Him,
Because we have trusted in His holy name.
Let Your mercy, O Lord, be upon us,
Just as we hope in You.
- Psalm 33:20–22

And what is the proof and certainty of this hope? The resurrection of Jesus Christ! Just as He rose again, we can believe that everything He told us will happen. Whoever believes in Jesus, even though they die physically, will live forever (John 11:25).

There is much more of God for you!

  • Never forget: you are a pilgrim here. As a Christian, your goal is Heaven.
  • The Word of God is a source of hope! Feed on it and rejoice in this hope.
  • The rewards of our trust in and reverence for God do not end when this life ends.
  • Christian hope is not limited to the circumstances of life. Pray and place your difficulties in the care of the One who has control over everything.
  • The resurrection of Jesus is the proof that Christ is the Truth. Therefore, our faith is not in vain. Trust in the Lord and seek to know Him daily.

A Prayer

Lord God, thank You because we do not live helpless in this world. I thank You for Your goodness that sustains our faith every day. You died in our place and brought us salvation and forgiveness. But our hope was not destroyed by death. On the third day, You rose again! And because You are alive, I have hope and can believe that better times will come. My hope is in You, O God. Help me always to look to You, eagerly awaiting eternity with You. Amen.

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Day Before Yesterday's Devotional

Learn to rest in God

There remains, then, a Sabbath-rest for the people of God; for anyone who enters God’s rest also rests from their works, just as God did from his.
- Hebrews 4:9–10

We all live in extremely busy days, filled with activities and work. When we think about rest, we often relate it only to the annual vacation period which is also almost always filled with different kinds of tasks. But what about the rest commanded by God? Are we really practicing it? The Bible speaks clearly about rest, that is a fact. Whether or not we are Sabbath keepers, as children of God we must pay attention to this important instruction: REST!

Even though He is God (and has no need to rest), the Lord of the universe gave us an example by resting at the end of His work of creation. Socially, we have Saturday or Sunday as a day to rest. But countless activities often make the weekend just as tiring as any other day. Our spiritual rest is in Christ, but physical rest must also be part of our schedule. Rest with God and enjoy renewed strength and encouragement for the journey…

Learn to Rest with God!

  • Hyperactivity is a habit that has affected many people. If that’s your case, pray and ask God for forgiveness.
  • Consider setting aside one day each week to rest. Use this time to be in communion with God (through prayer, Bible reading, and worship), with your family and friends, and also for personal recreation.
  • Rest is essential to renew your strength and your spirit. Take a break from your daily activities to refresh your mind and revive your faith in God’s Word. Make a reading plan and study the Bible more deeply.
  • Use your rest time to relax and to connect with nature and other people. Don’t get too attached to screens (phone, computer, or TV)!
  • The opposite extreme is just as harmful: beware of idleness! Use your time wisely, with balance and discernment.

To Pray:

Lord God, forgive me if I haven’t set aside enough time to rest. Surely that’s why I’ve been feeling so tired and stressed lately... I need to depend more on You, recognizing that You give us enough time to live in balance. Help me to make good use of the time You’ve given me. I want to enjoy the good things You’ve provided: spending time with You, with my family, and finding physical rest. Help me obey Your Word, working efficiently and resting as You have taught us. 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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