Daily Devotionals
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.
November 23
“That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation” (Romans 10:9, 10).
Jesus’ death and resurrection has made salvation and eternal life ours to receive if we believe in the power of what He did and what He promises us. Genuine belief comes from the heart; when we believe strongly enough, we will verbally confess our faith.
December 9
“Behave yourselves wisely [living prudently and with discretion] in your relations with those of the outside world (the non-Christians), making the very most of the time and seizing (buying up) the opportunity. Let your speech at all times be gracious (pleasant and winsome), seasoned [as it were] with salt, [so that you may never be at a loss] to know how you ought to answer anyone [who puts a question to you]” (Colossians 4:5, 6, AMPC).
As Christians, how we behave and conduct ourselves has a great impact on the way others perceive our faith. While we live in the world, we are set apart from it. When our words and actions are above reproach, we can be the beacon of light and hope that others need.
November 21
“Hear, ye children, the instruction of a father, and attend to know understanding. For I give you good doctrine, forsake ye not my law. For I was my father’s son, tender and only beloved in the sight of my mother. He taught me also, and said unto me, Let thine heart retain my words: keep my commandments, and live” (Proverbs 4:1-4).
Fathers are a gift from God, our heavenly Father. God charges all earthly fathers with certain responsibilities, including setting an example for their children to follow.
November 20
“For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God; Being justified freely by his grace through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus” (Romans 3:23, 24).
When we try to live life our way and on our own terms, we are not strong enough to overcome the sin that keeps us from being in right-standing with God. Thankfully, we’ve been given unearned, undeserved grace through Jesus; this is what justifies us in the Father’s eyes.
November 19
“For thou, Lord, art good, and ready to forgive; and plenteous in mercy unto all them that call upon thee” (Psalm 86:5).
God’s mercy and compassion last forever—those characteristics are part of His nature. No matter who we are or what we’ve done wrong in the past, being His children positions us to receive His forgiveness.
November 18
“For the Lord giveth wisdom: out of his mouth cometh knowledge and understanding. He layeth up sound wisdom for the righteous: he is a buckler to them that walk uprightly” (Proverbs 2:6, 7).
Wisdom isn’t found in the world—it’s a gift from God. He blesses those who obey His Word and earnestly seek His guidance and direction in their lives. Only through Him are we made righteous.