Word For Today

A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.

Today's Word

Praying is the easiest way to help

The Bible teaches us a surprising secret: if we want to be happy, we cannot think only about ourselves. True joy is not selfish. When we help others, we discover a special happiness that comes from God. One very easy way to help is to pray for people.

The Bible encourages us to pray for the following people:

Prisoners and the abused:

Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them in prison, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.
- Hebrews 13:3

Rulers:

I urge, then, first of all, that petitions, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for all people, for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.
- 1 Timothy 2:1

Our enemies:

But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you.
- Luke 6:27–28

For the protection of persecuted brothers and sisters:

He will cover you with his feathers,
and under his wings you will find refuge;
his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.
- Psalm 91:4

For our brothers and sisters in Christ:

And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people.
- Ephesians 6:18

Support others in prayer, be a blessing.

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Yesterday's Word

Ready to help you

The Bible has words that can help us in every situation that life presents to us. We all face difficult moments, but the Word of God helps us overcome these challenges. Ask for God’s help when these challenging moments arise in your life.

Help me, Lord my God;
save me according to your unfailing love.
- Psalm 109:26

Lord, do not forsake me;
do not be far from me, my God.
Come quickly to help me,
my Lord and my Savior.
- Psalm 38:21–22

In the Psalms, we find examples of people who felt oppressed by the problems and difficulties of life. They decided to go to God, to cry out for His help and protection.

In the same way, you can turn to the Lord in the midst of situations that weigh you down. God knows your situation and wants to help you. Cry out to Him, explain how you feel, bring your concerns to Him. Open your heart to receive direction, wisdom, and peace in the midst of what you are going through. God is faithful!

Never forget that God is ready to help you through His Word, bringing peace to your heart and working in wonderful ways. Stay alert, because God wants to work in your life today. Trust in Him!

Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.
- Jeremiah 33:3

See what God says to you if you are facing:

Day Before Yesterday's Word

Be Wise in the Use of Your Time

How many times a week do you say: “I can’t, I don’t have time”? Today we live at an exhausting pace, and yes, sometimes it feels like we don’t have time to do everything we have to do. That’s why we need great wisdom to use our time in a way that honors God.

Ask God to help you use your time wisely today and always. Learn to value what is important to Him. Also, learn to say NO when you sense that God is not pleased with you doing something. Fill yourself more and more with the Lord each day, seek His face with all your heart, and pray for Christ to help you discern how to make good use of your time.

In Psalm 90 we find the following words:

Teach us to number our days,
that we may gain a heart of wisdom.
- Psalm 90:12

Try making a list of the activities where you spend most of your time. Then consider whether these activities draw you closer to God and His purpose for your life. Pray to the Lord, asking Him to give you wisdom to know how to glorify Him with your use of time.

You will see that God will guide you and show you the adjustments you need to make in your daily activities. Obey the Lord, and your paths will be made straight.

Trust in the Lord with all your heart
and lean not on your own understanding;
in all your ways submit to him,
and he will make your paths straight.
- Proverbs 3:5-6

May God guide you today so that you may use your time wisely!

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