His Word for Today

This morning’s verses talk about placing a charge. Are we charging or confronting others because we feel it is the right thing to do or has the matter been confirmed by two or three others? (Ref Matthew 18:16) This is one of the reasons why it is important to be quick to listen to others and not get angry. (Ref James 1:19) We need others to walk the path Christ lived. We may need course correction.  Today, before we accuse others, let us humbly seek the wise counsel of others

This morning’s verse talks about boundaries.  How far can we go in terms of our walk with Christ? As far as to the point where we are aligned with His plans for us. The Scriptures teach us the boundaries we are to stay within.  In the world, common sense may teach us not to step into other people’s business but the Bible teaches us to love your neighbor showing concern for others. (Ref Mark 12:30-31) If the Spiritual gift the Lord has given us is not in pastoring, does this m

This morning's verses talk about the consequences of ungodly emotions.  Have we asked ourselves or the Lord if we have any ungodly thoughts that need to be dealt with? Because if we leave them untouched, it will soon show up through our mouths and other behaviours. (Ref Luke 6:45) Or if we have noticed any ungodly behaviour, we need to go to the roots to understand what caused it so that the ungodly behaviour could vanish. (Ref Mark 11:20-21) Today, let us seek His guidance t

This morning's verses talk about experiencing more of Christ enlarging our territories. How do we take on more responsibilities? Love the Lord and obey Him. What is He leading us to do today? Our obedience to the Lord does not stop when we have obeyed one commandment. We have the opportunity to continue to grow in obedience. (Ref Philippians 1:6) Are we persistent about what we want to do rather than what He wants us to do? Unlike Moses, Joshua took on the vision Moses receiv

This morning's verses talk about our motives. The Bible teaches that if we hate our neighbor, we have committed murder. (Ref 1 John 3:15) The Lord is interested more in our heart’s motives than the behaviours. (Ref Hebrews 4:12) It is important to ask ourselves the question of why we do certain things. Is it to honor the Lord Who lives in us? (Ref Galatians 2:20) Today, let us ask ourselves the question of why. Why do we work so hard? Is it because of fear of what if or of th

This morning's verses talk about taking territories. The Bible teaches that believers are more than conquerors. (Ref Romans 8:37) Our journeys don’t stop when we take new territories. He wants us to continue to grow. Our lives on this earth do not finish when we reach the mountain top - it is when we go and be with the Lord. (Ref Philippians 1:6)Today, let us challenge ourselves to go as far as we can to fulfill the God given destiny.  May the Lord continue to richly bless yo

This morning's verses talk about hearing from Him. The Lord wants us to hear directly from Him. Having someone intercede was not His desire but rather out of mercy. The people were afraid of hearing directly from the Lord. The Scripture promises that the believers hear His voice. (Ref John 10:27) We can trust Him that He would speak to us one way or the other. Because He will do a new thing, (Ref Isaiah 43:19) we can be open to new ways of how He would speak to us. This is an

This morning's verses talk about being complete, perfect and blameless in His sight. The Scripture teaches that before the foundations of the world, we were chosen to be holy and blameless in His sight. (Ref Ephesians 1:4) Lord Jesus Christ became sin so that we can become His righteousness. (Ref 2 Corinthians 5:21) His sacrifice at the cross makes us righteous in Him. Today, let us rest in the Truth that we are His righteousness because of His finished work at the cross. We

This morning's verses talk about following the Lord receiving the inheritance.  What is He leading us to do today? He gives us the will and desires to do what pleases Him. Abundant life is for today and not for tomorrow to experience. Because each day counts, He gives us this day, today our daily bread. (Ref John 10:10, Matthew 6:11) We may have fear about tomorrow onwards but He is our inheritance.  Today, let us listen to the inner prompting that leads us to do what pleases

This morning's verses talk about giving Him the first portion. What does giving Him the first portion mean? He takes our first place in our lives. When we seek first His Kingdom and His righteousness, all of life's necessities in His eyes are met abundantly. When we seek Him first, His material, financial blessings follow. (Ref Matthew 6:33) Today, let us ask ourselves, to what we have given our first place. Let us seek first His Kingdom. May the Lord continue to richly bless

This morning's devotional talks about God's inheritance.  The Scripture teaches that all He has is ours. (Ref  Luke 15:31) What an amazing promise. Even if we have lost everything, we still have the Lord Who provides everything we need to live a Godly life. (Ref 2 Peter 1:3) One of the great benefits to this promise is that we are able to take risks emotionally moving forward, afraid in faith. Is there anything that has kept us from moving forward because of fear? He has alre

This morning's verses talk about staying in leadership.  How do we stay in leadership for a long time? By following the Word of the Lord. We may have been removed from the position of leadership for various reasons but it is important to ask ourselves if we have been making the choices intentionally to follow the Lord. If we have, we can thank the Lord that He closed the door to open a new door of opportunity.  Today, whether we are in a position of leadership at home, school

This morning’s verses talk about not looking back fulfilling the God given destiny. Do we look back at the past with regrets? There is nothing we can do about the past. We can only choose to go as far as we can following the guidance of the Lord. (Ref Philippians 1:6) We may feel like we are no longer young with only a few years to go in our lives. We may be under pressure to go as far as we can. But behold - even Jesus with only three years of ministry on this earth, did not

This morning’s devotional talks about listening carefully to instructions of others. Today’s verses list presumption and insolence side by side, which means that they have similar meanings. Being presumptuous denotes an arrogant attitude. In other words, listening by asking questions is the right and humble way to make sure we understand the speaker correctly so that we can serve them accordingly. (Ref James 1:19) Today, let us assess if we have been presumptuous in any areas

This morning’s devotional talks about the Lord commanding us to remove all evil from our lives.  We may misunderstand what is Godly from ungodly because of our lack of knowledge of what is Godly. We can see the Godly, perfect life lived through Jesus on this earth. (Ref John 14:9) He didn’t let emotional discomfort from living out the purpose He had on this earth - to die for the sins of humanity (Ref Hebrew 12:1-2) so that by grace and through faith, humanity can receive ete

This morning's verses continue to talk about pleasing God. What is He speaking to us to do today? There are a lot of noises in this world but we hear His voice and follow Him. (Ref John 10:27) We can trust in this promise that we hear Him. The Scriptures also teach us that we have the mind of Christ, (Ref 1 Corinthians 2:16) and know all things. (Ref 1 John 2:20) We may not feel comfortable about what He is speaking to us to do but the Spirit of Jesus who went through uncomfo

This morning's verses talk about pleasing God. Is our heart pleasing to the Lord? Or are we trying to please men? Sometimes we may feel lonely because of the absence of acceptance and approval we desire from others. However, the Lord never forsake us. (Ref Hebrew 13:5) He is in us. (Ref Galatians 2:20) We can choose to stay focused on pleasing the Lord rather than men. And the truth sets us free. (Ref John 8:32) What can be better than staying focused on the Lord? Today, more

This morning's verses talk about fairness. Are we fair in our dealing with matters, people? The Lord is teaching us not to take sides when dealing with matters. One of the Wisdoms the Lord teaches in the Scriptures is to listen to both sides of the story before making a judgement. (Ref Proverbs 18:17) Listening quickly is the key before passing judgement with anger. (Ref James 1:19) We may be making presumptions that are false. If we are afraid of asking questions in order to

This morning's verses talk about giving to the Lord in accordance with the blessings we have received.  This means that we need to know how blessed we are. Have we intentionally thought about the things He has blessed us with beginning with salvation through our faith in Christ? We may be struggling to get to the next level in our finances, career, calling etc.. but have we chosen to be grateful for the doors that are now open because of Him? Today, let us spend time thinking

This morning's verses talk about the Lord blessing all the works of our hands, in the produce so that we can fully rejoice. What has He led us to do today? We can be assured that He will bless whatever we do today. He will also lead us to abundantly enjoy whatever He has given us through what He blessed us in doing. We are blessed in full capacity. Today, let us focus on doing what He is leading us to do. We can entrust the blessing portion onto the Lord because He blesses al

This morning's verses talk about being grateful to the Lord. How far has He led us from the days when we were sinners? We are now not only the righteousness of God in Christ (Ref 2 Corinthians 5:21) but have also borne fruits because of His faithfulness. (Ref John 15:5) We have been led by the Lord to make the Godly choices that also led to bearing Godly fruits. It is the day to think about the good things He has done through us.  Today, let us think about areas we can be gra

This morning's verses talk about the breakthrough that suddenly comes.  Israelis had to leave Egypt suddenly (Exodus 12:31, Exodus 12:39), which means that the door for freedom arrived out of the blue. Our breakthroughs to new levels in our lives may come suddenly. If the breakthroughs to new levels of responsibilities, opportunities are to come suddenly, what should we do now? We can be prepared with hope and expectation that the sudden breakthroughs shall come.  Today, let

This morning's verses talk about the first born. What do we do with our first born, the first fruit? The Lord is interested in our hearts. How do we reveal what is in our hearts? Through giving to Him our first fruit, our increase. The Bible promises that He will then give us abundantly. (Ref Proverbs 3:9) It is important that we trust Him with our resources surrendering to Him. This may be the opportunity for our financial breakthrough. Today, let us seek His guidance regard

This morning's verses talk about giving without expecting anything in return. We may be tested to be generous to those who may not have anything to thank us back in return. (Ref Matthew 25:35-40, Luke 6:35) But this is God's teaching which means that this is for our good. We need to remind ourselves that the more we have, the more responsibility we will have. His will is for us to have light burdens. (Ref Matthew 11:28-30) We can not only unload the responsibilities of managi

This morning's verses talk about comforting others the way we were comforted.  We may be faced in an uncomfortable situation in relationships having to deal with rude and offensive personalities. But how have we been offensive and rude towards the Lord Who has forgiven us of all of our sins past, present and future? (Ref 1 Peter 3:18) When we read through the Law in the Old Testament, the Scripture teaches us that the Law was given so that we may know how sinful we are. (Ref

This morning's verses talk about generosity. Our generous attitude produces blessings and prosperities in all we do.  As we release our finances onto the Lord Who will then direct us to release them to those in need, we feel lighter because we are not holding onto things, (Ref Matthew 11:28-30), experience joy because it is more blessed to give than to receive. (Ref Acts 20:35) And as our soul prospers, everything else also prospers. (Ref 3 John 1:2) Today, let us seek His gu

This morning's verses talk about His plan for us to be blessed. It is His will that we are debt free, have abundance in finances, and be the head and not the tail. Where are we now in these areas? He teaches that it is through being obedient to the Lord that we can experience these blessings. In the days we live in after Christ died on the cross for us, He lives in us so all of these blessings are already ours. (Ref Galatians 2:20, Galatians 3:29) But we can see these blessin

This morning’s verses talk about financial giving and the blessings that are connected.  To whom are our finances, resources belong to? Our God is the owner of our resources and we are His managers entrusted to steward to His ways. If we are His servant, it is obvious that whatever we do shall be blessed too. If we want to live out the abundant life Christ died to give us, (Ref John 10:10) we need to deal with the money matters first.  Today, let us ask ourselves if we have r

This morning's verses talk about our heart for the Lord. Where is our heart? He is commanding the Israelis to tithe but is directing them to use the tithe for the feast. He is not interested in receiving our wealth but our hearts. It is not so much what we do but our hearts, our motives that matter. (Ref Hebrews 4:12) Today, let us assess where our heart is. Our hearts can be found in what we treasure. (Ref Matthew 6:21) May the Lord continue to richly bless you!

This morning's devotional talks about believers being set apart.  Are we set apart? Do we see the fruit that we are different as lights in the darkness? Are we afraid of being different? We may feel uncomfortable being different but that may be a sign that we are set apart. We may even stand out in the Church among believers.  Today, let us accept the truth that we are holy and set apart as believers. We need to get used to being uncomfortable about being different from the m

This morning's verses talk about the Lord honoring our freewill.  Throughout the day, we are presented with the opportunity to make choices, whether good or bad in the sight of the Lord. But the key is the motive which He sees. (Ref Hebrews 4:12) We may not make the right choices, making mistakes but He is more interested in our humility to accept the wrong and focus on our growth. (Ref Proverbs 24:16) Today, let us focus on humility and growth. We may not get it right but we

This morning's verses talk about the Lord testing our faith. Lord created the heavens and the earth. He created some so that He can use them to test our faith to see which one we would choose, good or bad. (Ref Genesis 2:15-17) What we need to understand is that the good that we choose is about the attitude we choose, not necessarily about being right or correct.  We may be wrong but does this mean that our choice was bad? We can still maintain the good by choosing to accept

This morning's verses talk about following His guidance. What is He speaking to us today even what to eat and not to eat? There are consequences to every choice we make whether good or bad.  No matter what is going on in our lives, the Truth is that believers hear His voice and follow Him. (Ref John 10:27) Jesus did only what His Father did following His example. (Ref John 5:19) He perfectly obeyed the Father Who is perfect. (Ref Romans 5:19, 2 Corinthians  5:21) As believers

This morning's verses talk about the chosen ones. The Scriptures teach that many are called but few are chosen. (Ref Matthew 22:14) If we have heard of the Gospel and have accepted the Gospel through faith, we are saved. (Ref Ephesians 2:8) So what is the next step as believers? Today, let us work out our own salvation (Ref Philippians 2:12) because faith without action is dead. (Ref James 2:26) What is He speaking to us to do today? (Ref John 10:27) May the Lord continue to

This morning's verses talk about the attacks from the enemy. Are there any thoughts that are knocking on your mind that are trying to keep you away from following Christ? The key is to continue and be consistent in fighting the good fight, choosing to stay focused on Christ.  (Ref  1 Timothy 6:12) Today, let us continue to focus on Christ, the Word, and meditate on the Scriptures He has given to us.  May the Lord continue to bless you today, and the year 2026!

This morning's verses talk about idols in our lives.  Have we let anything take the place of the Lord? Finances, people’s expectations, approval from others, criticism from others etc.? It is the truth that sets us free. (Ref John 8:32) It is Christ that sets us free. He is the way, the Truth and the life. (Ref John 14:6) The Truth  used in these two verses in Greek is alētheia. Christ is the Word (Ref John 1:1) Who became flesh (Ref John 1:14). What Word of God has He spoken

This morning's verses talk about His test to us. In what areas are we being tested? He tests if we make the choices that please Him. For every choice that we make, there are consequences. Are we listening to His voice or the voice of the world's wisdom, what people may say because of their common sense? We may be under pressure to listen to what they say but when we listen to His voice, choose to follow Him, and do what He commands us to do, we experience peace. (Ref Galatian

This morning's verses talk about the truth that Christ is all we need. We can learn about Christ through the Scriptures. He gives us Scriptures to lean on in each season of our journeys. And those are all we really need to go through every season of our lives. What Word has He given to us that is unique in this season? We can meditate, confess them throughout the day experiencing His peace and joy from the Lord. (Ref Galatians 5:22-23) Today, let us continue to choose to focu

This morning's verses talk about continuing to renew our minds even if we still experience the old thought habits. (Ref Romans 12:1-2) It is important that we don’t give up on renewing our minds. It takes time for the old ways of thinking to go away. It may even come back but it is important that we fight back with the new Godly thought habits (Ref 1 Timothy 6:12) taking more territories of our hearts.  Today, let us continue to choose to renew our minds. If He directs us to

This morning's verses talk about listening to His Word, obeying them, and prospering.  Our emotions, mind may be going wild because of many ungodly thoughts but we have the mind of Christ. (Ref 1 Corinthians 2:16) We can entrust our soul under His care. Our choice should be to do what He wants us to do and succeed. Today, let us focus on doing what He wants us to do.  May the Lord continue to richly bless you!

This morning's verses talk about the desires and wills of our hearts. He works in us to will and to do for His pleasure. (Ref Philippians 2:13) We may have lots of conflicting emotions, thoughts, wants that are going on in our hearts that may be fighting against the desires He placed in us but we have the mind of Christ. (Ref 1 Corinthians 2:16) What desires has he placed in our hearts? Because we have the mind of Christ, we should know them.  Today, let us trust the Lord tha

This morning's verses talk about rejoicing before the Lord.  The Lord is commanding us to rejoice always even in the challenging moments. It is an opportunity for us to deepen our fellowship with the Lord seeking His guidance each step, (Ref Psalm 37:23) learning new wisdom, preparing for the next stage in our lives with the Lord.  (Ref Luke 4:1-13, James 1:2-4) Today, let us continue to deepen our fellowship with the Lord. What is He speaking to us to do today? This is one o

This morning's verses talk about the Lord's guidance being specific. We can seek His guidance to be specific. Although He has given us freewill, do we have peace about our choices? (Ref Colossians 3:15) Today, let us thank God that He sent His only Son to be our Savior (Ref John 3:16) so that we can make choices according to the peace He gives us. May the Lord continue to richly bless you!

This morning's verses talk about knowing where He wants us to go.  We may think that we have arrived and there is nothing more from the Lord. But that is not the truth as the Lord has more for us. Israelis thought that they had arrived and were ignorant spiritually of something better for them, the promised land.  Today, let us seek His guidance to receive more from the Lord. We are not to stay where we are but to advance to receive something better to fulfill the God given d

This morning's verses talk about dealing with ungodliness in our hearts. The Lord is commanding us to destroy, tear down, smash all ungodliness in our hearts. In the New Testament days we live in, He is interested in our hearts being transformed as disciples of Christ. He wants to take more territories of our souls, which is mind, will and emotions. (Ref Matthew 28:19-20) Today, let us envision all ungodliness in our hearts destroyed, torn down and smashed, and see our hearts

This morning's verses talk about taking more territories.  Israelis gained victories over territorial lands but the Lord wants to take territories in our hearts in the New Testament days.  We are to renew our minds (Ref Romans 12:1-2) and reach out to non believers. (Ref Mark 16:15) Today, let us ask the Lord what areas of our mind He wants us to renew. There is nothing to add to what He has already given us. Let us simply receive His Word into our hearts. He is the Word. (Re

This morning's verses talk about making the right choices.  There are consequences to the choices we make whether good or bad.  Today, let us be aware that there will be consequences to the choices we make, and make the right choices accordingly. May the Lord continue to richly bless you!

This morning's verses talk about receiving every place our foot treads on.  Israelis gained victories over territorial lands but the Lord wants our hearts in the New Testament days.  We are to renew our minds (Ref Romans 12:1-2) and reach out to non believers. (Ref Mark 16:15) Today, let us ask the Lord what areas of our mind He wants us to renew. There is nothing to add to what He has already given us. Let us simply receive His Word into our hearts. He is the Word. (Ref John

This morning’s verses talk about our hearts for the Lord.  As in the days of Deuteronomy, we no longer need to strive for the blessings as we have already received them. (Ref Ephesians 1:3) Because we have already received them in the spirit, everything starts from the spirit, soul, then onto body. (Ref 1 Thessalonians 5:23) Our hearts for the Lord are through faith and rest. (Ref Hebrews 4:3) For example, we are created in His image (Ref Genesis 1:27) and are like Christ. (R

This morning’s verses talk about the wilderness experience of the Israelis before entering into the promised land. One of the reasons why we experience wilderness is because of the test we need to pass just like Jesus did before He went on to begin His public ministry. (Ref Luke 4) Today, let us choose to pass the tests the Lord is giving to us so that we may proceed to the promised land the Lord has prepared for each one of us. May the Lord continue to richly bless you!