Word For Today

Today's Word

monday, november 17 2025

People to help you

Life is a wonderful gift from God to each of us, and that’s why we must make the most of every second. There are moments when life becomes very difficult, but God never abandons you. He chose specific people to walk with you and help you, and it’s important that you learn to value them.

I thank my God every time I remember you. In all my prayers for all of you, I always pray with joy
- Philippians 1:3–4

Do you remember a moment of pain or sadness in your life? Was there someone by your side encouraging and caring for you? Take a moment to thank God for that person and to pray for them. Perhaps right now that person is the one in need of encouragement and your prayers. Intercede before God on their behalf.

Sometimes other people don’t realize how much they’ve impacted our lives. If possible, express your gratitude to someone who was special to you during a time of anguish or sadness. Let them know how their attitude, word, or smile helped you in difficult moments. Today, be an encouragement and a blessing to the one who helped you in specific moments.

Your love has given me great joy and encouragement, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the Lord’s people.
- Philemon 1:7

Yesterday's Word

Talk to God

The eyes of the Lord are on the righteous,
and his ears are attentive to their cry;
- Psalm 34:15

God longs for us to talk to Him, whether we are happy or sad, courageous or weary. Maybe you feel sad or discouraged today and don’t know how to overcome the heaviness in your heart. Perhaps an unexpected problem has arisen in your life and your spirit has fallen. The Bible guides you to bring your burdens to God:

Cast your cares on the Lord
and he will sustain you;
he will never let
the righteous be shaken.
- Psalm 55:22

Or maybe you are joyful and content with your life’s circumstances. Perhaps right now you feel like the most blessed person in the world and have an unending desire to sing and dance. Lift up prayers of praise and thanksgiving!

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good;
his love endures forever.
- 1 Chronicles 16:34

Whatever your mood may be at this moment, do not forget the One who loves you more than anyone else, God. Talk to Him; share your joys as well as your sorrows. Ask for guidance in the decisions you need to make. Give thanks for the good things in your life.

When you pray or talk with God, you can express your feelings, hear His voice, and feel His presence in the midst of whatever is happening to you. Don’t let this day end without taking a little time to talk with God.

Trust in him at all times, you people;
pour out your hearts to him,
for God is our refuge.
- Psalm 62:8

Day Before Yesterday's Word

Times of refreshing

Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord,
- Acts 3:19

At times, the heavy physical, emotional, and spiritual burdens we feel are the result of a lack of repentance. We want to be free from that weight, yet we insist on keeping the right to do whatever we want, whenever and however we please.

However, when we draw near to God with repentant hearts and humbly acknowledge our wrongs, we receive deliverance from the burden of sin. Life takes on a new meaning when we live in the freedom God gives, freed, forgiven, and seeking to walk in His will.

Do not delay in going before the Lord. Talk to Him and ask for His help to overcome sin. The Lord always forgives those who come to Him with a repentant heart and strengthens those who desire to live in obedience to Him.

Then I acknowledged my sin to you
and did not cover up my iniquity.
I said, “I will confess
my transgressions to the Lord.”
And you forgave
the guilt of my sin.
- Psalm 32:5

Bring your burdens and your sins before the Lord today. Repent sincerely and receive His peace and presence. Walk hand in hand with the Lord every day. Embrace His forgiveness and the moments of renewal that His loving presence will bring to your life.