Category: Daily Devotion

21
Aug

A carrot, an egg or a cup of coffee?

We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed. 2 Corinthians 4:8-9 NIV A young woman complained to her mother about how hard life was. Situations were difficult, and she felt like giving up. Without saying a word, the mother […]

20
Aug

Jesus is calling!

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28 NIV In the gospel of Matthew, Jesus called all the people who were crumbling under the weight of upholding futile traditions, weary of trying to gain salvation through their works, to come to Him as He alone […]

19
Aug

Strong as a fortress

The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble. He cares for those who trust in Him. Nahum 1:7 NIV The book of Nahum consists of only three chapters; however, reading it is like finding a library of the attributes of God’s strength. Prophet Nahum boldly announces the future to God’s children. God was […]

18
Aug

A friend in need is a friend indeed

I will praise God’s name in song and glorify Him with thanksgiving. Psalm 69:30 NIV A famous fable illustrates today’s title. It narrates the story of two friends who journeyed through the inviting woods nearby. While it all began as an innocent adventure, it soon turned into a terrible nightmare when a sudden realization hit […]

17
Aug

Trust in the Lord!

Who among you fears the Lord and obeys the word of his servant? Let the one who walks in the dark, who has no light, trust in the name of the Lord and rely on their God. Isaiah 50:10 NIV Struggles and challenges are a part of every believer’s life. Acknowledging Christ as Lord and […]

16
Aug

Our God is great!

I will turn their mourning into gladness; I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow. Jeremiah 31:13 NIV Many people are not born into wealthy or affluent families. Some come from lower-middle-class or low-income backgrounds, where only one member of the household may be earning to make ends meet. For example, a young […]

15
Aug

It will all pass away!

For His anger lasts only a moment, but His favor lasts a lifetime; weeping may stay for the night, but rejoicing comes in the morning. Psalm 30:5 NIV Recently, an article highlighted the story of a renowned evangelist born without limbs because of a rare physical condition. Unlike most individuals who can perform daily tasks […]

14
Aug

Promotion comes from the Lord!

Surely God does not reject one who is blameless or strengthen the hands of evildoers. He will yet fill your mouth with laughter and your lips with shouts of joy. Job 8:20-21 (NIV) We live in a world where immoral people with less integrity often seem to succeed in life. Even though they lie, deceive, […]

13
Aug

Do not be afraid

Do not be afraid; you will not be put to shame. Do not fear disgrace; you will not be humiliated. You will forget the shame of your youth and remember no more the reproach of your widowhood. Isaiah 54:4 (NIV) The phrase “Do not be afraid” is written approximately 365 times in the Bible, as […]