Word For Today
A daily word for you to receive inspiration and make your day better.
Today's Word
Word of the Day: Do you know the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit?
God reveals Himself to us in three different forms: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, we also refer to this as The Trinity:
- The Father is the will, the heart of God. All plans come from the Father.
- The Son is Jesus, God appearing as a man to save us.
- The Holy Spirit is God entering into the hearts of those who believe, transforming their lives.
You could also think of the trinity as the narrative of our salvation: The Father began our salvation story, the Son accomplishes it through His death and resurrection, and the Holy Spirit applies it to our lives by convicting, transforming, and sanctifying us. Belief in the Trinity places salvation beneath the magnifying glass and provides a clearer view of God's perfect work of redemption.
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me.19 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,
Matthew 28: 18-19
The Trinity is an important part of the Christian faith. Note the last words spoken to by Jesus in the book of Matthew, in what is known as The Great Commission. We are commanded to baptize people in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Each is treated equally in this passage by Jesus.
May the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
2 Corinthians 13:14
The presence of God the Father, Son, and Spirit in your life fills your heart with joy and hope and enables you to live the life He desires for you. Without God in our hearts, there is a void in our spirits that we constantly seek to fill.
When we receive God and let Him reign in our hearts, everything changes. Our life finds a good direction, our spirit calms knowing it has been redeemed, and our heart leaps for joy when we feel the movement of God's Spirit. Let us worship the Trinity God, who has given eternal meaning to our lives.
3 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. 4 But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, 5 he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, 6 whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, 7 so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life.
Titus 3:3-7
Learn more about the Holy Spirit and how it transforms you here: The Holy Spirit: Who Is He, What Does He Do And How To Know Him?
Yesterday's Word
Word of the Day: To whom do you belong?
We all belong to someone. We can be slaves to our sins or we can belong to God. When you believe in Jesus as your Savior, God frees you from slavery to sin and adopts you as his child. You belong to God just as a child belongs to their father! And God offers you all the privileges of being his child: the love, provision, and protection of God. But, we have to choose for ourselves to belong to God:
14 “Now fear the Lord and serve him with all faithfulness. Throw away the gods your ancestors worshiped beyond the Euphrates River and in Egypt, and serve the Lord. 15 But if serving the Lord seems undesirable to you, then choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your ancestors served beyond the Euphrates, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you are living. But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.”
Joshua 24:14-15
The famous words of Joshua 24:15 are some of the last words of Joshua. He was an old man, who had led the people since Moses and had served God faithfully. In these last words of Joshua (Joshua 24: 2-23), he addresses the Israelites before his death. Joshua begins by reminding the people of the history of Israel, their time in Egypt, the exodus, and their arrival at the Promised Land. Joshua then reminds the people of all that God has done: delivering them from slavery, guiding them through the wilderness, and all the many victories God granted them over their enemies.
At this point, Joshua challenges the Israelites - Who do you serve? To whom do you belong? Joshua makes it a choice: the people can either serve the Lord wholeheartedly, or they can follow after the gods of the surrounding nations. Joshua makes his intentions clear: But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord. In the following verses we can see that the Israelites respond positively, they declare their commitment to serve the Lord alone.
We have the same question to answer: Who do we serve? There is no distinction between who you serve, and who you belong to; they ultimately mean the same thing. You can't serve false idols, prioritize money, your career, or possessions, and think that you belong to God... so we should be very careful, and reflect on what it is we have made our priorities. Who do we serve? To whom do you belong?
Day Before Yesterday's Word
Word of the Day: Infinitely More!
If God is perfect, just imagine what His plans are for you!
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us,
Ephesians 3:20
God can do infinitely more than you can imagine. Trust in God's plans for your life; His plans are greater than yours. Remember that God's knowledge and wisdom surpass our human limits. Often, our desires and longings can lead us down paths that seem right, but the Creator has a deeper vision.
Just as a loving father has great dreams for his children, God also desires the best for you. He knows your talents, weaknesses, and potential. Sometimes, there are situations that you do not understand, but it is in these moments that your faith is tested.
Believing in God's plans requires trust when the path is full of obstacles. The Book of Life was written by His hand, and each chapter contains purposes greater than you can comprehend now. It is like facing a puzzle: when all the pieces fit together, you will see the complete picture.
When challenges and uncertainties arise, entrust your desires to the Lord. He knows your limits and empowers you to face everything with strength and hope. In times of distress, remember that God never forsakes you. His love for you is unconditional.
Trust in divine providence and His perfect timing. Listen to God's voice through prayer and meditation on His Word. By placing your life in His hands, you will experience a peace that surpasses all understanding and the joy of living in His purpose.
Strengthen your faith today and live with gratitude and humility. With God by your side, you can face any circumstance with peace and security.
Check out God's promises to you!