Jesus is the alpha and omega, the one who was and who is to come. His presence is powerful and can sustain us through difficult times. Let us turn to Him during times of trial, draw near to Him and learn of His ways. He is the source of our comfort and encouragement as He will never abandon us. He has conquered death!
Learn how the power of your thoughts can impact your success in life. Discover how to turn negative thoughts into positive ones and take control of your mindset with these tips. With 2 Corinthians 10:5 as inspiration, this devotional encourages you to align your thoughts with God's will and take action towards your goals. Start living your best life today with the power of your thoughts!
Jesus' ultimate sacrifice of His life on the cross enables us to have life with Him, no matter if we are conscious of it or not. Through His love for us, we can live in eternity and bask in His grace, no matter our state of being. He died for us so that we may live with Him, now and forever.
Jesus replied, “Very truly I tell you, no one can see the kingdom of God unless they are born again.” He explains that one must be born of water and the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. To be born again is to be spiritually reborn.
Psalm 139:15 reminds us that God is intimately involved in every aspect of our lives, from the moment we are formed in our mother's womb. This verse is a powerful reminder that we are fearfully and wonderfully made by a loving God who knows us intimately. As we go about our day, let us remember that we are not alone, but rather that God is with us, guiding us every step of the way.
For by grace you have been saved through faith. It is the gift of God, not of works, so that no one can boast. Through Jesus Christ, we are saved and made right with God. Only by His grace can we be saved and experience eternal life.
Jesus said, “The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many.” Jesus taught us that serving others is the greatest act of love and sacrifice. He gave His life that others might have salvation. Through His example, He gave us a blueprint of how to serve and how to be a servant leader.
Jesus declared that God had anointed him to bring good news to the afflicted. He said that God had sent him to proclaim freedom for captives, to give sight to the blind, and to free those oppressed by injustice. He promised that the year of the Lord’s favor had arrived.
God desires all people to be saved and to come to a knowledge of the truth. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, He made it possible for us to be reconciled to God, no matter who we are. The Lord offers salvation to everyone who calls on Him. We are encouraged to intercede for all people, so that God's will is done and everyone can come to repentance.
God is faithful and just to keep His promises. He will not forget the work we have done in faith and love and that we have shown in serving Him. He will reward us for our commitment and diligence. He will shower us with His loving kindness, mercy and grace as we continue to serve Him. He will never forsake us and will lead us to a future of hope, peace and joy.
God knows my every thought, my every word, my every move. He knows me inside and out, He knows what makes me tick. He sees me in my joy and my sorrow, in my weakness and my strength. He is deeply invested in my life, taking an interest even in the tiniest details. I am grateful that no matter what, I am completely known and completely loved.
God can help us find strength even in our weakest moments. He gives us hope and patience to keep going no matter how heavy our burdens may be. He promises, “But those who trust in the Lord will renew their strength; they will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not become weary; they will walk and not faint.”
You are wonderful and unique! Your gifts, talents, and abilities are a blessing. You are one-of-a-kind and special—a masterpiece created by the hands of God. His love for you is unending and He has great plans for you. With faith and courage, you can do anything. You are His beloved daughter or son and a masterpiece in His sight.
You belong to God, beloved. The Spirit who lives in you has already conquered the spirit of the world. You are victorious through Him, so stand firm and trust in the Lord.
Jesus and all who are made holy through him have the same Father. Jesus loves them and cherishes them like brothers and sisters, so He never feels ashamed to call them that. He acknowledges that they are family through their shared Father.
We can have our own agenda, be it a schedule, a plan, or a goal. But ultimately, it is the Lord who will lead us in fulfilling that agenda. We can trust that God will show us which path to take and will guide our steps. He will determine what succeeds and what fails. We can rely on His wisdom and guidance to achieve our dreams.
Follow what is good and reject what is evil. Doing good shows that you are a child of God, while doing evil reveals that one does not know God. Don't give in to bad examples. Instead, take God's word as an example and know Him better.
Love never gives up, even when faced with challenges and difficulties. Love never loses faith, remaining steadfast and strong even in the face of adversity. Love is always hopeful, looking towards the future with positivity and optimism. And finally, love endures through every circumstance, remaining present and consistent through both good times and bad.
We should be humble and have a healthy fear of the Lord who is infinitely wiser than us. Instead of trusting in ourselves we should turn away from evil, for only then our decisions will be wise and successful.
God is offering everyone a chance to be saved. All we have to do is call on Jesus. It doesn't matter who we are or what we have done - God wants to save us. We can have hope and trust in Him. He will never reject us or turn us away if we sincerely come to Him with faith in His name. There is no other way to be saved, no other name we can call on, so let us turn to Jesus and be saved.
