Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
Jesus is God
We know also that the Son of God has come and has given us understanding, so that we may know him who is true. And we are in him who is true by being in his Son Jesus Christ. He is the true God and eternal life.
- 1 John 5:20
Many speak of Jesus as a great prophet and teacher, a righteous man who taught beautiful truths. But believing only that is not enough, because Jesus is much more than that and it is very important that we understand this clearly. Jesus is God, and it is only through Him that we are saved.
Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.
- Acts 4:12
The blood Jesus shed on the cross was the perfect sacrifice. It is Jesus who cleanses us from all sin, frees us from the power of death, and opens the door to eternal life. It’s up to us only to believe and accept. Through our faith in Jesus, we receive peace with God and salvation for all eternity.
Have you accepted Jesus as Lord of your life?
If so, praise God with all your heart. Thank Him for coming in the flesh, for entering the world in the person of Jesus so we could have peace, hope, and eternal life.
But if you haven’t yet, accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior. With Him, you will find true peace and live for all eternity.
Yesterday's Word
Be a true disciple of Jesus
Which of these categories do you fit into today: a non-practicing Christian, someone sympathetic to Christianity, or a faithful disciple of Jesus?
The first type of person is the nominal believer. They consider themselves Christian but, in practice, do not live out Christ in their lives. The second group consists of people who feel very comfortable in the evangelical environment; they participate in some things, but have not yet truly committed themselves to following Jesus. The third group is made up of those who follow Christian principles at all costs, with love, faith, and obedience to the Lord.
Reflect on this: Jesus calls you to be His disciple! But what is a disciple? To be a disciple is to be a follower, to learn from Jesus and apply what you have learned in your life. This is much more than learning a theory. It is a lifestyle guided by a relationship with Jesus. It is seeking to become more like Christ each day.
In addition, a disciple makes other disciples. This means teaching others to follow Jesus.
Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.
- Matthew 28:19–20
So then, do you accept the challenge of being a disciple of Jesus?
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Day Before Yesterday's Word
Privilege of being a child of God
Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
- Hebrews 4:16
It is said that during his short presidency, the late U.S. President John F. Kennedy allowed his children to enter his official office at any time. He gave them this privilege because they were his children. In fact, there’s a well-known photo of his son, John Jr., playing under the desk while the president worked.
We, as children of God, are even more privileged, we can enter the presence of our Heavenly Father at any moment! The King of kings and Lord of lords is always attentive to the prayers and cries of His children. He delights to hear the voices of His sons and daughters. Are you taking advantage of this great privilege?
The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,
and his ears are attentive to their cry;
- Psalm 34:15
In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.
- Ephesians 3:12
Draw near to your Heavenly Father today! Call out to Him, praise Him with all your heart, and present your requests before Him. Come with confidence, for God loves you more than you can imagine. Do not take lightly your position as His beloved child, live each day close to the Father who loves you deeply and enjoys your company. He is always attentive, with open arms.
See also: Biblical Reflection: 14 messages of faith and hope in God