Holy Bible Online Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
Standing firm
He will not let your foot slip—
he who watches over you will not slumber;
- Psalm 121:3
Whoever loves God and seeks to do His will can count on His help. Even when temptations come or when doubts trouble your heart, the Lord will support you and keep your feet firm on the Rock, which is Christ. Day and night, His eyes and His care are upon you. Hold on to God today. Do not ignore His presence or the arm that sustains you. He loves you, He cares for you, and He will not let your foot slip.
If you feel like you cannot go on or that your battles are too great, do what the psalmist did:
I lift up my eyes to the mountains—
where does my help come from?
My help comes from the Lord,
the Maker of heaven and earth.
- Psalm 121:1–2
Lift your eyes in prayer and ask God to help you. Remember the times when you saw God working in your life, when He helped you in the middle of struggles and difficulties.
Remember that God never abandons you. He is by your side, watching over you, paying attention to everything that happens in your life, and He will continue to be with you forever. Trust in His care.
The Lord will keep you from all harm—
he will watch over your life;
the Lord will watch over your coming and going
both now and forevermore.
- Psalm 121:7–8
See also: Psalms for Liberation
Yesterday's Word
Meaningless requests
Then James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to him. “Teacher,” they said, “we want you to do for us whatever we ask.” “What do you want me to do for you?” he asked. They replied, “Let one of us sit at your right and the other at your left in your glory.” “You don’t know what you are asking,” Jesus said.
- Mark 10:35–38a
On one occasion, after Jesus announced that his death was approaching, two of his disciples came to him with a request. James and John wanted to be seated in heaven one at Jesus’ right and the other at his left. That sounds like a good thing, right? Being close to Jesus for all eternity seems like a worthy goal.
But Jesus knew their hearts and recognized that what they truly sought was prestige or to stand out among the other disciples. Jesus went on to explain what would actually be good for them, the request they should be making. He spoke about rulers and the power they exercise over people, and added:
Not so with you. Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wants to be first must be slave of all. For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.”
- Mark 10:43–45
In other words, what they really needed was to become more like Jesus, humble and with hearts ready to serve.
The same is true for us. We often pray: “Give me this or that, grant me what I want so I look good in front of others.” But the main request of our heart should be: “Lord, my God, help me become more like Jesus. Help me be humble and serve you and others with love.”
Are we willing to pray like that? May God help us!
Also read: The Power In Praying According To God's Word (Bible Study)
Day Before Yesterday's Word
Be a light where you are
Sometimes we have big dreams of going to this or that place, of being called to this or that, of shining brightly in the future. However, we let time pass and take on a passive attitude. Let’s get out of this lethargy! God has purposes for our lives today, right here. We are where He wants us to be now. Let’s live for Him!
Yes, let’s dream big dreams for the future. But let us live the present filled with the Holy Spirit, impacting everyone around us with the light of Christ. Let’s shine today for His glory!
You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.
- Matthew 5:14
Ask God how you can shine today for His glory. Set aside time to listen to His guidance and then put into practice what you felt in your heart.
God may remind you of someone who is going through a difficult moment. Could you meet that person for a coffee? Or maybe you could send them a message of encouragement? There are so many opportunities we have to shine with the light of Christ, let’s not waste them.
For this is what the Lord has commanded us:
‘I have made you a light for the Gentiles,
that you may bring salvation to the ends of the earth.’
- Acts 13:47