Read the Word Daily

Would you like to read the Word daily, but don’t know how to begin? Reading our Daily Devotionals is a good way to develop the habit of studying the scriptures.

Daily Devotionals - June 2020
30 Jun.

“For whatsoever is born of God overcometh the world: and this is the victory that overcometh the world, even our faith” (1 John 5:4).

When we get born again, the perfect faith that Jesus Christ exhibited becomes available to us to strengthen us in our weak moments. Our faith in Him, not in ourselves or our own strength, helps us overcome.

29 Jun.

“Hear counsel, and receive instruction, that thou mayest be wise in thy latter end” (Proverbs 19:20).

God wants to teach us how to live. Studying His Word gives us wisdom and knowledge we could never gain on our own.

28 Jun.

“Fight the good fight of faith, lay hold on eternal life, whereunto thou art also called, and hast professed a good profession before many witnesses” (1 Timothy 6:12).

The fight of faith is good because it always ends in victory. We are not trying to get the victory; we already have it.

27 Jun.

“Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils” (1 Timothy 4:1).

“Doctrines of devils” are teachings that do not line up with the Word of God. We guard our hearts by studying His Word for ourselves.

26 Jun.

“I exhort, therefore, that, first of all, supplications, prayers, intercessions, and giving of thanks, be made for all men; for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty” (1 Timothy 2:1, 2).

Praying for people, and for all those who are in authority, is something God desires that we do on a daily basis. We cover ourselves and our households by obeying Him in this area.

24 Jun.

“Now the Lord of peace himself give you peace always by all means…” (2 Thessalonians 3:16).

Peace is a promise from God. When we have Jesus, we have peace.

23 Jun.

“Finally, brethren, pray for us, that the word of the Lord may have free course, and be glorified, even as it is with you” (2 Thessalonians 3:1).

We must pray that the Gospel of Grace can continue to be preached in our nation, unhindered by any demonic force.

22 Jun.

“Let no man deceive you by any means: for that day shall not come, except there come a falling away first…” (2 Thessalonians 2:3).

One of the characteristics of the last days is that many people who were once on fire for God will turn away from Him. However, God is still on the move, and He is still in the business of saving souls.

21 Jun.

“For this is the will of God, even your sanctification, that ye should abstain from fornication: That every one of you should know how to possess his vessel in sanctification and honour” (1 Thessalonians 4:3, 4).

Abstaining from sexual immorality is the will of God. As believers, we have to exercise restraint in the area of our sexuality so that we can please the Lord.

20 Jun.

“And the Lord make you to increase and abound in love one toward another, and toward all men, even as we do toward you” (1 Thessalonians 3:12).

God’s will is that we abound in love toward one another. When we walk in love, we demonstrate the character of Jesus.

19 Jun.

“For this cause also thank we God without ceasing, because, when ye received the word of God which ye heard of us, ye received it not as the word of men, but as it is in truth, the word of God, which effectually worketh also in you that believe” (1 Thessalonians 2:13).

The Scriptures are inspired Words from God. The Bible contains God’s actual thoughts, plans, purposes, and will for our lives.

18 Jun.

“But as we were allowed of God to be put in trust with the gospel, even so we speak; not as pleasing men, but God, which trieth our hearts” (1 Thessalonians 2:4).

We need to be more concerned with pleasing God than we are with pleasing people. He looks at our hearts.

17 Jun.

“For our gospel came not unto you in word only, but also in power, and in the Holy Ghost, and in much assurance; as ye know what manner of men we were among you for your sake” (1 Thessalonians 1:5).

Tangible manifestation of God’s power is the result of the gospel being preached. The Holy Spirit moves on the Word so that it produces results.

16 Jun.

“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men” (Colossians 3:23).

We must be passionate about what we do for the kingdom of God; our reward awaits us.

15 Jun.

“And he is the head of the body, the church: who is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things he might have the preeiminence” (Colossians 1:18).

Jesus is the ruling force in the body of Christ. Through Him we can be born again.

14 Jun.

“In whom we have redemption through his blood, even the forgiveness of sins” (Colossians 1:14).

Through Jesus, we’re freed from the bondage of sin and receive absolute forgiveness for our trespasses.

13 Jun.

“We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you” (Colossians 1:3).

We should always pray for others and give thanks to God for their salvation, deliverance, and spiritual progress.

12 Jun.

“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me” (Philippians 4:13).

God has equipped us with His grace to do everything He called us to do in this life. Jesus makes it all possible.

11 Jun.

“Those things, which ye have both learned, and received, and heard, and seen in me, do: and the God of peace shall be with you” (Philippians 4:9).

We can follow the example of men and women of God who are following Christ. They can be our role models, instead of the popular figures in today’s world.

10 Jun.

“Only let us hold true to what we have already attained and walk and order our lives by that” (Philippians 3:16, AMPC).

We must not let the foundational truths of God’s Word slip. It is important to keep them at the forefront of our thinking at all times.

9 Jun.

“Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord…” (Philippians 3:1).

Regardless of what is going on around us, we can rejoice. God is always good.

8 Jun.

“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 2:5).

We must strive to let Christ’s attitudes, thoughts, and mindset be developed in us. God’s grace empowers us to do it.

7 Jun.

“Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel” (Philippians 1:27).

Our lifestyle should reflect Christ’s character and lifestyle so that others can see who He really is.

6 Jun.

“For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain” (Philippians 1:21).

For the believer, life on earth is all about Jesus. When we die, we gain eternity with Him in heaven.

5 Jun.

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life” (John 3:16).

Jesus came to save the world from its sins. Believing in Him in our hearts, and having faith in what He did for us on the cross, secures our eternal salvation.

4 Jun.

“For through him we both have access by one Spirit unto the Father” (Ephesians 2:18).

Jesus is the only way to gain access to the Father, because they are one.

3 Jun.

“In whom we have boldness and access with confidence by the faith of him” (Ephesians 3:12).

Boldness is being able to go before God without a sense of guilt, condemnation, or inferiority. In Christ, we possess boldness and confidence.

2 Jun.

“For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succored thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation” (2 Corinthians 6:2).

Salvation is available to all, right now. All we need to do is receive Jesus Christ as our Lord and personal Savior.

1 Jun.

“Thus saith the LORD, In an acceptable time have I heard thee, and in a day of salvation have I helped thee: and I will preserve thee, and give thee for a covenant of the people, to establish the earth, to cause to inherit the desolate heritages” (Isaiah 49:8).

God promises to establish His people and fulfill His covenant with us.