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.
September 22
“Let nothing be done through selfish ambition or conceit, but in lowliness of mind let each esteem others better than himself. Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others. Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 2:3-5, NKJV).
The word “let” implies freedom of will either to comply or not to comply. God wants us to think like Jesus by selflessly putting others’ interests and well-being before our own, but He won’t force us to.
September 21
“Thou wilt keep him in perfect peace, whose mind is stayed on thee: because he trusteth in thee” (Isaiah 26:3).
Remaining focused on Jesus, instead of on our surrounding environment, enables us to do things others can’t do. He’s the Prince of Peace; trusting Him in the midst of a world filled with strife helps us overcome its influences.
September 20
“An hypocrite with his mouth destroyeth his neighbour: but through knowledge shall the just be delivered” (Proverbs 11:9).
Words are powerful weapons; if we aren’t careful with our speech, we can offend others and sin with our mouths. To avoid this, we must seek the true knowledge found in God’s Word.
September 19
“All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness” (2 Timothy 3:16).
Life has an instruction book: the Bible. It’s our manual for a victorious and successful life; following the directions in it, and believing what’s written on the pages, leads to eternal life.
September 18
“Do not be misled: ‘Bad company corrupts good character’” (1 Corinthians 15:33, NIV).
Hanging out with the wrong kind of people opens us up to harmful peer pressure and causes us to make the wrong decisions in life. The wise person surrounds themself with others who live according to God’s Word.
September 17
“Have nothing to do with the fruitless deeds of darkness, but rather expose them” (Ephesians 5:11, NIV).
As Christians, not only are we expected to exhibit exemplary behavior to set an example for others who are watching us, but we’re to actively oppose evil. This may be an unpopular thing to do in some social circles, but the Scriptures are clear on what’s right and what’s wrong.
