Three times this psalm calls Israel to “trust in the LORD” (vv. 9–11). The LORD is the living God who can act. He remembers and will bless His people (vv. 12–13). Israel did not create the Lord, rather He created the heavens and the earth (v. 15). >> In our own relationship with God, we may be tempted to believe we can control Him.Read daily devotionals from Today in the Word, a ministry of Moody Bible Institute. Learn how to humble yourself before God and seek His wisdom and …And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”. Isaiah 6:8. In Isaiah 6, we find the prophet’s specific call to ministry and his humble response. Isaiah was given a vision of the Lord, sitting on His throne. The hem of His robe filled the Temple. Surrounding seraphim covered their faces and their feet with their wings, and they cried to one another ...Today in the Word. @todayintheword5641 ‧. 4.35K subscribers ‧ 44 videos. Today in the Word is a free daily devotional brought to you by Moody Bible Institute. …In today’s fast-paced world, it can be challenging to stay motivated and inspired. The pressures of work, family, and personal life can easily take a toll on our emotional well-bei...Once we know, it’s no use pretending we don’t. But there’s a higher knowledge that empowers us to endure, even thrive. Jesus is the Word of God, the light that shines in our darkness (John 1:1–5). He “has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Your pain is your ...Self-confidence is necessary for a healthy self-image, for relating to others, for succeeding in their education and a career. A disheartened kid loses certainty and becomes a broken spirit. The spirit is the centre of the being. A broken spirit produces a broken person. ‘A joyful heart is good medicine, but a broken spirit dries up the bones.Commandments six through ten deal with our social relationships (vv. 13–17): Murder, adultery, stealing, lying, and coveting are all forbidden. When they received these commandments, the Israelites “trembled with fear” (vv. 18–19). They recognized God’s greatness and power manifested and knew they were unworthy.Daily Devotional | A Call for Action. Sometimes we call on God, asking Him to act, asking Him to reveal Himself or to remedy a dire situation. And sometimes He responds with dramatic intervention. Then you call on the name of your god, and I will call on the name of the LORD. The god who answers by fire—he is God. 1 Kings 18:24.Deuteronomy 6:5. In Deuteronomy 6, we find the command to love God with “all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength” (v. 5). The Israelites were preparing to cross the Jordan into the Promised Land (v. 1). Just one chapter earlier, the Lord had given Moses the Ten Commandments, containing instructions for His people.May 16, 2022 ... From Faith to Faith—Daily Devotional ... Victory comes one day at a time. Get a word of encouragement…a word of inspiration…a word of faith every ...Our words are capable to curse others (3:9), fight and quarrel (4:1), slander brothers and sisters (4:11), speak arrogant boasts that God calls evil (4:16), even make false promises or oaths (5:12). But James ends with words of hope. While our words are capable of evil, they are also capable of blessing: prayer, praise, truth.January 31, 2024. A daily devotional from Moody Bible Institute: This month, we will read and reflect on the first half of Genesis.Don't miss this month's Practical Theology. Each month our writers create new and thought-provoking questions to help you go deeper in the Word. These discussion starters are perfect to use for your own reflection, with your family or small group, or over coffee with friends. Over the last 30 years, we've gotten great questions from our readers ...Deuteronomy 6:5. In Deuteronomy 6, we find the command to love God with “all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength” (v. 5). The Israelites were preparing to cross the Jordan into the Promised Land (v. 1). Just one chapter earlier, the Lord had given Moses the Ten Commandments, containing instructions for His people.First, He prayed for Himself (vv. 1–5). Notice that Jesus spoke not only of the work set before Him, but He also referenced His existence with God “before the world began” (v. 5). He prayed for His disciples (vv. 6–19) and for His future followers (vv. 20–26). He prayed for those who would eventually believe because of the word spoken ...We would like to show you a description here but the site won’t allow us.Every day. Walk with Jesus day by day as you get daily encouragement and biblical nourishment through the Today in the Word app. Read studies pulled straight from Scripture, and receive a Bible verse that will shed God’s hope and light on your life. o Easy-to-read devotionals centered on Scripture.Let today be the day. And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.” - Romans 8:10 (KJV). Go to ...Read or listen to daily devotionals based on Scripture and written by biblical scholars. Get access to several Bible translations, Verse of the Day, and a reminder to read every morning.Nehemiah 13:11. In Nehemiah 13, we read that the people of Judah had neglected the house of God. They had stopped bringing tithes to the Temple. This disobedience had a direct and negative impact on the “Levites and musicians” and the effects cascaded down to all the people of Judah. The Levites and musicians relied on Judah’s tithes for ...Jan 30, 2024 · Daily Devotional | Answered Prayer. One historian estimated that there have been over 100 million love songs published since music began to be recorded. People are drawn to a good love story, especially one with ups and downs that ends with a “happily ever after.”. I praised the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who had led me on the ... And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”. Isaiah 6:8. In Isaiah 6, we find the prophet’s specific call to ministry and his humble response. Isaiah was given a vision of the Lord, sitting on His throne. The hem of His robe filled the Temple. Surrounding seraphim covered their faces and their feet with their wings, and they cried to one another ...In short, we prepare people for their purpose and calling! Facebook. Twitter. Instagram. Youtube. Let inspiring stories show you how the teaching of God's Word in Today in the Word devotionals is changing the lives of people across the US and the world.This Month's Issue. Faith is a kind of vision. But unlike ordinary sight, faith concentrates our attention on things we cannot see. Noah and Abraham are good examples. God commanded Noah to prepare for a disaster unlike anything humanity had ever seen before (Gen. 6:13–22). Jesus tells us what things were like when Noah was building the ark.Psalm 92:8. Psalm 92 begins with an announcement that it is good to praise and make music to the Lord (v. 1). Today’s reading encourages us to use the best of our musical skill to proclaim God’s loyal love and faithfulness day and night (vv. 2–3). God’s loyal love and faithfulness are displayed in His deeds (vv. 4–5).Paul saw prayer as far more. For him, it was a source of help and power. Let your conversation be always full of grace, seasoned with salt. Colossians 4:6. Sometimes when we pray, we say we are having our “devotions.”. But in verse 2, Paul urges the Colossians to “devote” themselves to prayer. The Greek expresses the idea of being ... Daily Devotional | Worthy Is the Lamb. Jesus is given many names in Revelation, including one that is written on Him “that no one knows but himself” (Rev. 19:12). But one name is repeated more than any other: Jesus is called the “Lamb.”. Worthy is the Lamb, who was slain. Revelation 5:12. In Revelation 5, the Lamb causes the four living ... Beloved classic devotionals and favorites of the Bible Gateway community. C. S. Lewis Daily. A daily passage from the writings of C.S. Lewis, one of the most beloved Christian authors of the 20th century (and author of the Narnia books). 40 Day Journey with Dietrich Bonhoeffer.And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified. Romans 8:30. Thankfully, God has provided His Spirit, who intercedes on our behalf. Just as God-given hope sustains God’s children when they suffer (vv. 22–26), so His Spirit aids our prayers when we can’t find the words.In today’s fast-paced and stressful world, finding moments of peace and tranquility can be challenging. However, incorporating daily devotions into your routine can be a powerful t...Once we know, it’s no use pretending we don’t. But there’s a higher knowledge that empowers us to endure, even thrive. Jesus is the Word of God, the light that shines in our darkness (John 1:1–5). He “has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Your pain is your ...Mar 15, 2024 · Jesus is a better priest because His is a “permanent priesthood” (v. 24). He is able to “save completely” (v. 25). As our priest, Jesus shares our humanity, yet He is “holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens” (v. 26). Unlike the priests of the Law, who died and would be replaced with each generation ... A person who delights in God’s law meditates continually on it, seeks guidance from it, and obeys it consistently (vv. 1–2). Such a person is truly blessed, or happy. The righteous person is like a fruitful tree, deeply rooted and well-watered. Connected to the Source of life, it never withers (vv. 3–4). “Planted in the house of the ...A goat’s tail goes up, while sheep tails hang down. They also behave differently. While goats eat leaves, twigs, vines, and shrubs, browsing for food, sheep are grazers, feasting on grass. Sheep stick together, while goats are curious and independent. In today’s passage, Jesus is telling a series of parables.John Koessler is Professor Emeritus of Applied Theology and Church Ministries at Moody Bible Institute. John authors the “Practical Theology” column for Today in the Word of which he is also a contributing writer and theological editor. An award-winning author, John’s newest title is When God is Silent: Let the Bible Teach You to Pray (Kirkdale).A Devotional by Pastor Cesar Castellanos Today's Bible Verse “Then Jesus said to him, 'Get up, pick up your mat and walk.'” John 5:8 Removing the Paralysis ...John Koessler is Professor Emeritus of Applied Theology and Church Ministries at Moody Bible Institute. John authors the “Practical Theology” column for Today in the Word of which he is also a contributing writer and theological editor. An award-winning author, John’s newest title is When God is Silent: Let the Bible Teach You to Pray (Kirkdale). Beloved classic devotionals and favorites of the Bible Gateway community. C. S. Lewis Daily. A daily passage from the writings of C.S. Lewis, one of the most beloved Christian authors of the 20th century (and author of the Narnia books). 40 Day Journey with Dietrich Bonhoeffer. Finding the perfect daily devotional can be a challenge. With so many options available, it can be difficult to know which one is best for you. The first step in finding the perfec...Hebrews 8:7. In the parable of the wineskins, Jesus observed that “no one after drinking old wine wants the new, for they say, ‘The old is better’” (Luke 5:39). Today’s passage helps us understand why a new covenant was necessary. Jesus came to enact a new covenant because of what was “wrong” with the first (v. 7).This Month's Issue. Danish philosopher Søren Kierkegaard observed, “Life can only be understood backwards, but it must be lived forwards.”. The author of Hebrews might agree with this. The writer looks back to the Law of Moses to help us understand the uniqueness of Christ’s offering and urges us to set our hope on the coming of His kingdom.2020. “Today In The Word” Mobile App Launches. 27 April, 2020. Today In the Word. Today, Moody Bible Institute launched its first mobile app for Today In The …Ezekiel 1:28. Because the people of Jericho stood against God, fear of the Lord was just plain fear. But when Rahab switched sides, she chose to worship the one true God. Her fear turned to awe, reverence, and delight. Ezekiel felt similarly in today’s passage. While initially overwhelmed by his visions of God, he later felt strengthened and ...Hebrews 3:13. In today’s passage, the author urges readers to persist in faith. “See to it, brothers and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God” (v. 12). It is one thing to struggle with sin and wrestle with our doubts. All believers face such trials.Jan 30, 2024 · Daily Devotional | Answered Prayer. One historian estimated that there have been over 100 million love songs published since music began to be recorded. People are drawn to a good love story, especially one with ups and downs that ends with a “happily ever after.”. I praised the LORD, the God of my master Abraham, who had led me on the ... If in doubt, make your peace with God today by calling on the name of Christ our Savior (John 3:16). Pray with Us: Father, we await the time when everyone will glorify the name of Your Son, when all nations will come to Your throne and will know the fear of the Lord. As we conclude our study, give us wisdom to walk worthy of Your kingdom.Jesus is a better priest because His is a “permanent priesthood” (v. 24). He is able to “save completely” (v. 25). As our priest, Jesus shares our humanity, yet He is “holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens” (v. 26). Unlike the priests of the Law, who died and would be replaced with each generation ...Apr 17, 2024 · Isaiah 33:6. Isaiah 33:6 says, “The fear of the LORD is the key to this treasure.”. Without a key, the “treasure” or “rich store of salvation and wisdom and knowledge” remains locked away. Chapter 33 begins with a prayer for God’s presence, grace, strength, and salvation (v. 2). For Isaiah’s original audience, the threat of ... Hebrews 3:13. In today’s passage, the author urges readers to persist in faith. “See to it, brothers and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God” (v. 12). It is one thing to struggle with sin and wrestle with our doubts. All believers face such trials.In the person of Jesus Christ, we find someone who is both truly God and truly human. Verses 14 and 17 go on to explain the reason this was necessary. Jesus shared our humanity so that He could die for us. He was also made like us so that He could live for us. Humanity was essential to Christ’s role as our High Priest.Let's endeavour to stay between the markers that God provides! Prayer: Dear Jesus, thank You for the light that Your Word provides for us. Help us to remain ...Like Lot, sometimes we are tempted to make impulsive decisions based on what we see in the moment. Lot would later suffer the consequences of his choice (Gen. 14, 19). In contrast, Abram here is a model of faith. He waited for God’s instructions before making his choice (v. 14). He was willing to trust in God’s word more than in his own sight.Daily Devotional | Chosen by God. November 12, 2023 | Luke 1:5–38. Devotions. The moment when a woman learns she is expecting is forever preserved in her mind. Time stands still as she contemplates the new life within her. Soon, she will share that news with her husband, family, and friends. But, for just a moment, it is hers to cherish.Jeremiah 6:16. Upon recovering the ark of God from the Philistines, David and some young, able men (v. 1) set the ark on a new cart to transport it back to Jerusalem (v. 3). But while worshiping the Lord with music (v. 5), the people forgot something: the Law of God. In generations past, God had instructed His people through Moses to transport ...GOSPEL READING: John 17:20-26. 20 "I do not pray for these only, but also for those who believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one; even as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 The glory which you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and ...It doesn't matter if it's a good day, a hard day, or somewhere in-between—we need the hope God offers every day. Max wants to share that hope with you ...A person who delights in God’s law meditates continually on it, seeks guidance from it, and obeys it consistently (vv. 1–2). Such a person is truly blessed, or happy. The righteous person is like a fruitful tree, deeply rooted and well-watered. Connected to the Source of life, it never withers (vv. 3–4). “Planted in the house of the ...In the person of Jesus Christ, we find someone who is both truly God and truly human. Verses 14 and 17 go on to explain the reason this was necessary. Jesus shared our humanity so that He could die for us. He was also made like us so that He could live for us. Humanity was essential to Christ’s role as our High Priest.And those he predestined, he also called; those he called, he also justified; those he justified, he also glorified. Romans 8:30. Thankfully, God has provided His Spirit, who intercedes on our behalf. Just as God-given hope sustains God’s children when they suffer (vv. 22–26), so His Spirit aids our prayers when we can’t find the words.Our Daily Bread is a popular devotional resource that helps people grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God. It offers daily readings and reflections that can hel...Hebrews 3:13. In today’s passage, the author urges readers to persist in faith. “See to it, brothers and sisters, that none of you has a sinful, unbelieving heart that turns away from the living God” (v. 12). It is one thing to struggle with sin and wrestle with our doubts. All believers face such trials.Don't miss this month's Practical Theology. Each month our writers create new and thought-provoking questions to help you go deeper in the Word. These discussion starters are perfect to use for your own reflection, with your family or small group, or over coffee with friends. Over the last 30 years, we've gotten great questions from our readers ...Hebrews 7:17. In Hebrews 7:1–17, we learn of several titles that Scripture assigns to Melchizedek, the king and priest who greeted Abraham after the battle of the kings described in Genesis 14. His name meant “King of Righteousness,” and according to Genesis 14:18, he was king of Salem (probably Jerusalem). Salem is the word for …Looking for today's Daily Devotional? Click here ... Submit a Devotional. The Upper Room is written by ... The Power of Words. I only had one brother. He was ...Paul told the story of God’s development of the nations (v. 26) and His desire to be known by them (v. 27). This God is a personal Father (v. 29) who “commands all people everywhere to repent” (v. 30) and will one day judge the world’s response to Jesus whom He raised from the dead (v. 31). Paul’s story contradicted everything they ...Verse 21 is a very appropriate last word for an epistle focused on assurance of salvation and the outworking of God’s saving love in our lives. Instead of idolatry, we’re to worship God alone, in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To “keep yourselves from idols” means, then, in the words of another translation: “Keep away ...Worrying doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.”. Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Matthew 6:25. In Matthew 6, Jesus instructed His followers: “Do not worry about your life.”. He listed common human concerns: food, water, clothing. Get a reminder to read God’s Word every morning. Keep track of your daily reading. Be encouraged by the Verse of the Day and share it on social media. Take all your notes in one place. . . from your daily devotions, church sermons, or Bible study. Read from dozens of Bible translations with just one app! Connect with Us. Moody Bible Institute 820 N. LaSalle Blvd. Chicago, IL 60610 (800) DL-MOODYFor the LORD your God is a consuming fire, a jealous God. Deuteronomy 4:24. In the Old Testament, God’s appearances are often described as fire. God appeared to Abraham as a torch of fire (Gen. 15:17). He appeared to Moses in the burning bush and as a fire on Mount Sinai (Ex. 3:2; 19:18). Fire symbolizes God’s holiness and purity.Read daily devotionals from Today in the Word, a ministry of Moody Bible Institute. Learn how to humble yourself before God and seek His wisdom and …May 13. Daily Devotional | Music in the Temple. May 12, 2024 | 2 Chronicles 29. Devotions. Read Passage. Listen. Subscribe. Share. This Month's Issue. What do you do to get …Like Lot, sometimes we are tempted to make impulsive decisions based on what we see in the moment. Lot would later suffer the consequences of his choice (Gen. 14, 19). In contrast, Abram here is a model of faith. He waited for God’s instructions before making his choice (v. 14). He was willing to trust in God’s word more than in his own sight.Morning & Evening. Classic devotional by C. H. Spurgeon. My Utmost For His Highest. Guidance for people on their journey to knowing God better ~ by Oswald Chambers. …God said, “I will deliver this vast army into your hands, and you will know that I am the LORD” (v. 28). The previous victory proved that God had the power to defeat Israel’s enemies. This victory over Syria proved that God’s power was not limited to one region (v. 29). God’s power is everywhere! Ahab didn’t get the message.GOSPEL READING: John 17:20-26. 20 "I do not pray for these only, but also for those who believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one; even as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 The glory which you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and ...Daily Word. Sign up to have daily devotionals sent straight to your inbox! Your gift will be used in furtherance of the tax-exempt charitable purposes of ...Sing to the LORD, praise his name, proclaim his salvation day after day. Psalm 96:2. Today’s psalm is a rousing call to praise God. The Psalmist commands “all the earth” to praise the name of God all the time (vv. 1–2). God has done wonderful things for Israel (v. 3). He has chosen to dwell in Israel’s midst (vv. 6, 8).Fill me with wisdom, O God, that I may honor you with my choices and use of time today each day. Protect me from the deceptive influences of the evil one, and grant me a holy and productive use of the time you bless me with each day. In the name of Jesus, my Lord, I pray. Amen.Dig into the Word. Listen to today's devotional on todayintheword.org or anytime on the Today in the Word app. #todayintheword #titw #verseoftheday...Our Daily Bread is a popular devotional resource that helps people grow in their faith and deepen their relationship with God. It offers daily readings and reflections that can hel...Today in the Word is a daily audio devotional available via podcast. Today in the Word features solid biblical content and study that models the mission and values of Moody Bible Institute. Today in the Word Devotional Today In The Word. Religion & Spirituality. 4.8 • 65 Ratings.John 1:1. The Gospel of John begins in an interesting and theologically deep way. John explains that Christ is the “Word” or “Logos” (v. 1). This Greek term can mean spoken language as well as unspoken (our reason). More deeply, it refers to “the principle which governs the universe.”. God’s laws and decrees govern everything.In Genesis 1, God is the sovereign Creator. He speaks and the world comes into existence. Then the tone shifts in Genesis 2 and God gets His hands dirty in the soil. He “formed a man from the dust of the ground” (v. 7). After creating Adam, God “planted a garden in the east, in Eden” (v. 8). God was the very first farmer.The Word For You Today will help you understand God's timing in everything that has occurred in your life and will inspire you on a daily basis.Enjoy instant access to reading God's Word online as well as select topical Bible devotionals through Moody Bible Institute's Bible Reading Experience.Psalm 1:1. Psalm 1 warns against keeping the wrong types of friends. God blesses those who do not “walk in the step with the wicked, or stand in the way that sinners take, or sit in the company of mockers” (v. 1). This is not material blessing, but the joy that comes only from a consistent relationship with God.Feb 24, 2023 · Verse 21 is a very appropriate last word for an epistle focused on assurance of salvation and the outworking of God’s saving love in our lives. Instead of idolatry, we’re to worship God alone, in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To “keep yourselves from idols” means, then, in the words of another translation: “Keep away ... The message at the heart of the book of Hebrews is the incomparability of Christ. Jesus is superior to all things, even the angels, because He is their creator (v. 4). He is the sacrifice that surpasses any other sacrifice that may be offered for sin, even those that God Himself prescribed in the Law of Moses. Jesus is the only way to God.When we repent, we are asking for forgiveness and changing of direction, turning from evil and running toward good. Both confession and repentance are acts of love. Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love. Psalm 51:1. Psalm 51 gives us a model of both confession and repentance. In David’s song, we see how we too can be ...Worrying doesn’t empty tomorrow of its sorrow. It empties today of its strength.”. Do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Matthew 6:25. In Matthew 6, Jesus instructed His followers: “Do not worry about your life.”. He listed common human concerns: food, water, clothing.Apr 23, 2021 ... Helping you connect with God. Every day. Every way. Read along with today's devotional: https://odb.org/US/2021/04/24/better-with-god Want ...Read Why 'Deconstruction' Might Be the Most Misused Word in Christianity Today from today's daily devotional. Be encouraged and grow your faith with daily and …Enjoy our free online daily Bible devotional by Pastor Chris Oyakhilome. Each Word for the day includes prayers and affirmations, giving your day a lift!God also calls us to live in faith, to trust His Word and the finished work of Jesus. As the Apostle Paul reminds us, “The words ‘it was credited to him’ were written not for him alone, but also for us, to whom God will credit righteousness—for us who believe in him who raised Jesus our Lord from the dead” (Rom. 4:22–23).When we repent, we are asking for forgiveness and changing of direction, turning from evil and running toward good. Both confession and repentance are acts of love. Have mercy on me, O God, according to your unfailing love. Psalm 51:1. Psalm 51 gives us a model of both confession and repentance. In David’s song, we see how we too can be ...Once we know, it’s no use pretending we don’t. But there’s a higher knowledge that empowers us to endure, even thrive. Jesus is the Word of God, the light that shines in our darkness (John 1:1–5). He “has become for us wisdom from God—that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption” (1 Corinthians 1:30). Your pain is your ...In the person of Jesus Christ, we find someone who is both truly God and truly human. Verses 14 and 17 go on to explain the reason this was necessary. Jesus shared our humanity so that He could die for us. He was also made like us so that He could live for us. Humanity was essential to Christ’s role as our High Priest. 1 day ago · Fill me with wisdom, O God, that I may honor you with my choices and use of time toda
By Meg Bucher. “ There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.” - 1 John 4:18 (ESV) “How ...4 days ago · Reading. 15 “If you love me, you will obey my commandments. 16 I will ask the Father, and he will give you another Helper, who will stay with you forever. 17 He is the Spirit, who reveals the truth about God. The world cannot receive him, because it cannot see him or know him. But you know him, because he remains with you and is in you. Daily Devotional | Where Is Wisdom Found? April 18, 2024 | Job 28:12–28. Devotions. One of the most famous riddles in history is the “riddle of the Sphinx” found in a Greek tragedy: “What walks on four legs in the morning, on two legs at noon, and on three legs in the evening?”. The answer, as you may know, is: “Human beings.While being the great Teacher, Jesus was foremost, the incarnate God. There is no greater Teacher for you to learn from and for you to share with others. If you know Christ as your Savior, then you are in Jesus’ class picture, and God has called you to teach others the good news. “Do not be afraid,” says God. The Alpha and Omega, the ...Jul 2, 2023 · John 1:1. The Gospel of John begins in an interesting and theologically deep way. John explains that Christ is the “Word” or “Logos” (v. 1). This Greek term can mean spoken language as well as unspoken (our reason). More deeply, it refers to “the principle which governs the universe.”. God’s laws and decrees govern everything. Let inspiring stories show you how the teaching of God's Word in Today in the Word devotionals is changing the lives of people across the US and the world.By faith Abel brought God a better offering than Cain did. Hebrews 11:4. Cain’s jealousy began when God accepted Abel’s offering, but not Cain’s. The reason was likely the attitude with which it was offered. Abel brought his best “fat portions from some of the firstborn of the flock” (v. 4). Cain brought merely “some of the fruits ...Mar 15, 2024 · Jesus is a better priest because His is a “permanent priesthood” (v. 24). He is able to “save completely” (v. 25). As our priest, Jesus shares our humanity, yet He is “holy, blameless, pure, set apart from sinners, exalted above the heavens” (v. 26). Unlike the priests of the Law, who died and would be replaced with each generation ... Paul’s solution was learned from Jesus: Lead through humility. We know that humility means considering others above ourselves (v. 4). But humility is easier to define than to do. Paul. Paul points to the ultimate example of humility, the Lord Jesus Himself (vv. 5–11). Many scholars label these verses as the “Hymn of Christ.”.Word With Zach. Read & Listen · Get Keys · Keys for ... Download today's devotional · Download Quarterly ... Read or listen to a fun story and hide God...God has a plan in our suffering. Verse 7 urges us to “endure hardship” because “God is treating you as his children.”. We may think that this suffering is a penalty. But it is not punitive; rather, a matter of parental training. We have experienced discipline from our human fathers and managed to respect them (v. 9).My mind goes blank, and I can’t think of a single book I’ve ever read—let alone identify the very best one. Jesus replied: “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.”. Matthew 22:37–38. In Matthew 22, Jesus was asked a far more important ...Nov 5, 2023 · Daily Devotional | A Reciprocal Call. November 5, 2023 | Genesis 12:1–9. Devotions. On October 8, 1871, the Great Chicago Fire burned more than 2,000 acres—including evangelist D. L. Moody’s Illinois Street Church. The fire caused Moody to reevaluate his life and ministry. For we are to God the pleasing aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. 2 Corinthians 2:15. In today’s passage, Micah is looking into the future to the time when God’s people are exiled. He uses two metaphors to describe the effect God’s people will have on the people among whom they will live.Three times this psalm calls Israel to “trust in the LORD” (vv. 9–11). The LORD is the living God who can act. He remembers and will bless His people (vv. 12–13). Israel did not create the Lord, rather He created the heavens and the earth (v. 15). >> In our own relationship with God, we may be tempted to believe we can control Him.4 The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. 5 Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. 6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.Daily Devotional | The Unshakable Kingdom. We have a lot of wrong ideas about God. Contrary to what some believe, God is not our buddy. He is not an overindulgent grandfather who lives in the sky. He is not a spiritual genie who will grant our every wish. Hebrews 12:29 directs us to think of God with “reverence and awe.”.Daily Devotional | Foster Good Habits. In his book The Power of Habit, Charles Duhigg defines habits as actions we perform—all day, every day—with little or no conscious thought. We look at our phone as soon as we hear it ding. We make that afternoon cup of coffee when our eyelids begin to droop. We go for a walk as soon as we …Walk with Jesus day by day as you get daily encouragement and biblical nourishment through the Today in the Word app. Read studies pulled straight from Scripture, and …To prepare to draw near to God, we are told to stop sinning. This means that if we are actively choosing sin in our lives, we need to consciously stop sinning. 2. Purify …GOSPEL READING: John 17:20-26. 20 "I do not pray for these only, but also for those who believe in me through their word, 21 that they may all be one; even as you, Father, are in me, and I in you, that they also may be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22 The glory which you have given me I have given to them, that they may be one even as we are one, 23 I in them and ...Mar 19, 2024 · Hebrews 9:28. The sacrifice of Christ was different. In Hebrews 9, the author compares Jesus’ offering of Himself to a covenant, a ransom, and a will. A covenant is a kind of divine promise. In a covenant, God commits to do something. In the case of Christ, it was to provide “those who are called” with a “promised eternal inheritance ... Comments from readers like you: "This is one of the best devotionals I have ever come across. No doubt any Christian who uses this will move to a new level in faith." – Paul. "Today in the Word always seems to speak into a situation that I’m struggling with at that point in time or gives a word of encouragement to strengthen my walk with ...Today's Devotion Unashamed. Sunday, September 12, 2021. by Dr. Paul Chappell. And we have sent with him the brother, whose praise is in the gospel …Commandments six through ten deal with our social relationships (vv. 13–17): Murder, adultery, stealing, lying, and coveting are all forbidden. When they received these commandments, the Israelites “trembled with fear” (vv. 18–19). They recognized God’s greatness and power manifested and knew they were unworthy.In John 15, Jesus uses the analogy of the “true vine” (v. 1). His Father is the gardener who oversees the vegetation, but Jesus is the vine from which the branches grow (v. 5). If the branches (His disciples) want to produce fruit, they must remain connected to the vine. God, as the gardener, prunes and shapes His followers as we grow in ...Verse 21 is a very appropriate last word for an epistle focused on assurance of salvation and the outworking of God’s saving love in our lives. Instead of idolatry, we’re to worship God alone, in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To “keep yourselves from idols” means, then, in the words of another translation: “Keep away ...Verse 21 is a very appropriate last word for an epistle focused on assurance of salvation and the outworking of God’s saving love in our lives. Instead of idolatry, we’re to worship God alone, in three persons, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. To “keep yourselves from idols” means, then, in the words of another translation: “Keep away ...And I said, “Here am I. Send me!”. Isaiah 6:8. In Isaiah 6, we find the prophet’s specific call to ministry and his humble response. Isaiah was given a vision of the Lord, sitting on His throne. The hem of His robe filled the Temple. Surrounding seraphim covered their faces and their feet with their wings, and they cried to one another ...Ezekiel 1:28. Because the people of Jericho stood against God, fear of the Lord was just plain fear. But when Rahab switched sides, she chose to worship the one true God. Her fear turned to awe, reverence, and delight. Ezekiel felt similarly in today’s passage. While initially overwhelmed by his visions of God, he later felt strengthened and ...4 The LORD hath made all things for himself: yea, even the wicked for the day of evil. 5 Every one that is proud in heart is an abomination to the LORD: though hand join in hand, he shall not be unpunished. 6 By mercy and truth iniquity is purged: and by the fear of the LORD men depart from evil.A daily devotional from Moody Bible Institute: In June 2023, ultra-marathon runner, Courtney Dauwalter set a woman’s record finishing the Western States 100-mile race in 15 hours, 29 minutes, and 34 seconds.Starting your day with a daily devotional can be a great way to set yourself up for success. A devotional is a short spiritual reflection that can help you focus on the important t...Today in the Word is a daily audio devotional available via podcast. Today in the Word features solid biblical content and study that models the mission and values of Moody Bible Institute. Today in the Word Devotional Today In The Word. Religion & Spirituality. 4.8 • 65 Ratings. How did he learn it? Through “study and observance.”. The word “observance” is another way of saying obedi