Daily Devotionals for Spiritual Inspiration and Guidance
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Reading our Daily Devotionals is a good way to develop the habit of studying the scriptures. Browse our daily devotionals below and make reading the Bible part of your lifestyle.
Daily Devotionals
- August 25
“O Jerusalem, wash your heart from wickedness, that you may be saved! How long shall your iniquitous and grossly offensive thoughts lodge within you?” (Jeremiah 4:14, AMPC). God’s appeal begins with the heart; before our outward conduct can truly change, our hearts must first be cleansed. He calls His people to deal with the source of their actions—their inner thoughts, desires, and motives.
- August 24
“My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous: And he is the propitiation for our sins: and not for ours only, but also for the sins of the whole world” (1 John 2:1, 2). The scope of Christ’s provision is universal. His saving work is sufficient for everyone, regardless of who they are or what they’ve done.
- August 23
“Do not be conformed to this world (this age), [fashioned after and adapted to its external, superficial customs], but be transformed (changed) by the [entire] renewal of your mind [by its new ideals and its new attitude], so that you may prove [for yourselves] what is the good and acceptable and perfect will of God, even the thing which is good and acceptable and perfect [in His sight for you]” (Romans 12:2, AMPC). The phrase “external, superficial customs” emphasizes that many cultural influences focus on outward appearances rather than godly character. As Christians, we’re called to live by God's standards rather than by society's changing opinions.
- August 22
“For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind” (2 Timothy 1:7). The “spirit of fear” refers to being controlled by timidity or shrinking back from doing what we know is right. Instead, God provides us with strength, love, and sound judgment.
- August 21
“Get wisdom, get understanding: forget it not; neither decline from the words of my mouth. Forsake her not, and she shall preserve thee: love her, and she shall keep thee. Wisdom is the principal thing; therefore get wisdom: and with all thy getting get understanding” (Proverbs 4:5-7). Wisdom is one of life’s greatest treasures and should be pursued with determination. Biblical wisdom involves more than knowledge; it’s the ability to apply God's principles in everyday decisions.
- August 20
“And when he had given thanks, he brake it, and said, Take, eat: this is my body, which is broken for you: this do in remembrance of me. After the same manner also he took the cup, when he had supped, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood: this do ye, as oft as ye drink it, in remembrance of me” (1 Corinthians 11:24, 25). Jesus instituted this observance to help us remember the significance of His sacrificial death and the love it demonstrated. We practically apply this by taking time to reflect on His sacrifice with gratitude, allowing that appreciation to strengthen our faith and motivate us to live in harmony with his teachings.
- August 19
“For in Jesus Christ neither circumcision availeth any thing, nor uncircumcision; but faith which worketh by love” (Galatians 5:6). Outward religious rituals or status don’t determine a person’s standing before God. What truly matters is faith that is demonstrated through love.
- August 18
“We love him, because he first loved us” (1 John 4:19). Our love for God is a response to His love for us. He took the initiative by showing His love before we ever sought Him.
- August 17
“No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and their righteousness is of me, saith the Lord” (Isaiah 54:17). This is a powerful reminder that God is the ultimate protector of those who serve Him. The reference to “every tongue” highlights that harmful accusations, criticism, or false judgments can be overcome through God's justice and truth.
- August 16
“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof” (Proverbs 18:21). Our words have significant influence and can either build others up or harm them. God’s choice of the words “death and life” illustrates the far-reaching consequences of what we speak.
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February 16
“He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit. Even a fool, when he holdeth his peace, is counted wise: and he that shutteth his lips is esteemed a man of understanding” (Proverbs 17:27, 28)
Some people seem to know when to keep quiet when others are opening their mouths and putting their foot in it. Spiritual discernment from the Holy Spirit gives us the wisdom to know when to practice the vocabulary of silence and say nothing.
February 15
“Better is a dry morsel with quietness than a house full of feasting [on offered sacrifices] with strife” (Proverbs 17:1, AMPC).
Strife is a spirit that opposes the peace and harmony of the Holy Spirit. None of our self-efforts at projecting an outward appearance matter if our motives are wrong; what does matter to God is what’s in our heart.
February 14
“The thief comes only in order to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have and enjoy life, and have it in abundance (to the full, till it overflows)” (John 10:10, AMPC).
Jesus certainly offers eternal life to those who believe in His name and accept Him by faith, but we don’t have to wait until we get to heaven to take hold of this promise. Trusting Him enough to let Him guide us in every aspect of our lives fills us with immense peace and joy.
February 13
“A merry heart doeth good like a medicine: but a broken spirit drieth the bones” (Proverbs 17:22).
There’s an unbreakable connection between what goes on in our hearts and what happens in our physical bodies. God’s presence does more for our good health than all the medicines and prescriptions in the world.
February 12
“The LORD is my strength and my shield; my heart trusted in him, and I am helped: therefore my heart greatly rejoiceth; and with my song will I praise him” (Psalm 28:7).
Our external environment is a dangerous place, and we’re not strong enough to handle every situation that comes our way. We can trust God to shield us from harm, keep us safe, and deliver us from evil. Knowing this gives us great joy.
February 11
“And they that know thy name will put their trust in thee: for thou, Lord, hast not forsaken them that seek thee” (Psalm 9:10).
Developing a close personal relationship with God involves trusting Him in all things and in every situation; this is a trust He’ll never betray. When we seek God, we’ll find Him, and He promises never to leave us.
February 10
“For every one that useth milk is unskilful in the word of righteousness: for he is a babe. But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil” (2 Corinthians 4:8, 9).
When we get born again, we’re spiritual infants who must learn the basics of the gospel teachings. As we continue to study God’s Word and partake of the spiritual nourishment it gives us, we grow spiritually and become stronger. Maturing in Christ and receiving the gift of discernment from Him enables us to handle the more advanced lessons He teaches us.
February 9
“Render therefore to all their due: taxes to whom taxes are due, customs to whom customs, fear to whom fear, honor to whom honor. Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law” (Romans 13:7, 8, NKJV).
God sees money differently from the world’s view. Love is the currency of heaven; it’s also the new law He gave us when He replaced the Law of Moses with the grace of Jesus Christ.
February 8
“But for you who revere my name, the sun of righteousness will rise with healing in its rays. And you will go out and frolic like well-fed calves” (Malachi 4:2, NIV).
Those who choose to put God first in their lives receive His promise of healing and right standing with Him. In a sick and sinful world, the manifestation of this promise in our lives will be plain to see when we stand out from the crowd.