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Today's Word

thursday, december 11 2025

Strangers and pilgrims on the earth

All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance, admitting that they were foreigners and strangers on earth.
- Hebrews 11:13

Hebrews chapter 11 is known as the chapter of the heroes of faith. There we find a summary of the story of great men and women who remained steadfast in faith despite all the obstacles life placed before them.

Verse 13 gives us a good key to understanding their perseverance. They knew they were passing through life, that their true citizenship was heavenly. They did not live focused on what was earthly and temporary, but sought to obey God in everything, even when doing so brought them trouble.

We were created for eternity with God. We are just passing through this earth; our true destiny is to live with God forever. Therefore, the difficulties of life lose their power over us: our gaze is fixed on the Lord and on the eternal victory He has already won for us.

Our identity is in God. The world may reject us, persecute us, or turn its back on us, but if we know who we are in Christ, we will remain firm and strong without giving up. Establish yourself today in the Lord, as a member of His family for all eternity.

Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and strangers, but fellow citizens with God’s people and also members of his household.
- Ephesians 2:19

Yesterday's Word

The result will be a blessing

In this moment, God is thinking about you. Had you ever thought about that? If you love God, it means He is thinking about you and everything you do. And everything that happens, everything God allows in your life, whether good or bad depending on your perspective, has a purpose.

What is that purpose? Everything works for your good. See what the following verse says:

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who^[a] have been called according to his purpose.
- Romans 8:28

You may not know why some things happen, but you can be sure of this: the result will be a blessing for you who were called according to God’s purpose. Even the things you do not understand today are under God’s control and will result in blessing, one day you will see.

Keep trusting in God in the midst of adversity. Certainly, you will not regret it!

But blessed is the one who trusts in the Lord,
whose confidence is in him.
They will be like a tree planted by the water
that sends out its roots by the stream.
It does not fear when heat comes;
its leaves are always green.
It has no worries in a year of drought
and never fails to bear fruit.
- Jeremiah 17:7–8

Surely God is my salvation;
I will trust and not be afraid.
The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense;
he has become my salvation.”
- Isaiah 12:2

Day Before Yesterday's Word

The best way

The Lord bless you and keep you;
the Lord make his face shine on you
and be gracious to you;
the Lord turn his face toward you
and give you peace.”
- Numbers 6:24–26

What is the best way to start and end the day? With the Word of God! In the Bible you will find words of strength and help to face each day. When we develop the habit of reading the Bible and praying, we notice a great difference in our lives as Christians. At the right moments, we remember the words of the Lord and know what we should do.

Setting aside time before the Lord, seeking His presence, strengthens our spirit and helps us prepare for the day with optimism and confidence.

But I cry to you for help, Lord;
in the morning my prayer comes before you.
- Psalm 88:13

Read the Bible today and allow God to speak to you. He will give you the guidance you need to make the right decisions and live within His will every day. Talk to God, hand over your worries to Him, and wait on Him. You will feel peace, knowing that He is in control, and you will become calmer and more confident.

In the morning, Lord, you hear my voice;
in the morning I lay my requests before you
and wait expectantly.
– Psalm 5:3

Do as the psalmist did: talk to God and be attentive to His response. You will see how God will surprise you.