Afternoon Devotion
March 1, 2025
Afternoon Bible Verse
Hebrews 11:6
But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.
Afternoon Bible Study
Hebrews chapter 11 is often referred to as the Hall of Faith. In this chapter, we read about some of the great heroes of the faith.
These Old Testament heroes were much like we are today, but we find them especially memorable because of their faith in God.
So, what is faith? It is being certain and having complete trust in someone or something. It means that we have the action of faith before we experience the outcome that we hope for.
When these men and women, whom we consider heroes of the faith, faced difficult situations, they didn't give up. Instead, they believed God and waited for Him to fulfill the promises He had made to them. Even if they only experienced a glimpse of what God had promised, they lived a life of faith.
These Old Testament heroes were much like we are today, but we find them especially memorable because of their faith in God.
So, what is faith? It is being certain and having complete trust in someone or something. It means that we have the action of faith before we experience the outcome that we hope for.
When these men and women, whom we consider heroes of the faith, faced difficult situations, they didn't give up. Instead, they believed God and waited for Him to fulfill the promises He had made to them. Even if they only experienced a glimpse of what God had promised, they lived a life of faith.
Sometimes having faith means that we never see the fulfillment of God's promises in our lifetime, but we should still remain faithful. We can be assured that His promises are eternal; they last forever.
We can put all of our faith in God, knowing that if He doesn't answer our prayers while we are alive, He will still be faithful to what He has said even after we are gone.This truth is comforting to those who pray for salvation, healing, or deliverance for a loved one. When we seek God with all of our hearts and put our faith in Him, we will never be disappointed.
After all, salvation is the greatest reward we will ever receive, and it is gifted to us through our faith in God.
We can put all of our faith in God, knowing that if He doesn't answer our prayers while we are alive, He will still be faithful to what He has said even after we are gone.This truth is comforting to those who pray for salvation, healing, or deliverance for a loved one. When we seek God with all of our hearts and put our faith in Him, we will never be disappointed.
After all, salvation is the greatest reward we will ever receive, and it is gifted to us through our faith in God.
Afternoon Prayer
Dear God, thank You for the opportunity to put my faith in you. Sometimes it is difficult to look past the current situations I'm facing and trust in you completely. In those times, please remind me of your presence in my life and that you can strengthen my faith. I know you will always do what you have promised. Help me put all of my faith and trust in you without holding anything back. In Jesus' name, amen.
If we find ourselves with a desire that nothing in this world can satisfy, the most probable explanation is that we were made for another world.
-C.S. Lewis
God will not look you over for medals, degrees or diplomas but for scars.
-Elbert Hubbard
The Christian does not think God will love us because we are good, but that God will make us good because He loves us.
-C.S. Lewis
If you want to know what God thinks of money, just look at the people he gave it to.
-Dorothy Parker
Yesterday's Devotional
February 28, 2025
Yesterday's Afternoon Bible Verse
Acts 20:35
I have shewed you all things, how that so labouring ye ought to support the weak, and to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how he said, It is more blessed to give than to receive.
Yesterday's Afternoon Bible Study
There is no doubt that receiving is a good thing but Jesus taught that it was a greater blessing to be a giver.
As followers of Jesus, we should have a passion for giving. Often, the first thing that comes to our minds is money. Although giving financially is biblical, and important, it is not the only means of giving to others.
We often devalue opportunities to help, mentor, and invest in others to help them become all that God wants them to be. It's an incredible feeling to know that someone cares about us...enough that he or she is willing to invest precious time in our lives.
Many people have experienced the privilege of gleaning wisdom from older believers. Their insight and godly advice can have an enormous impact on our lives. It is incredible for someone in their later years to understand the value of giving to others in this way.
As followers of Jesus, we should have a passion for giving. Often, the first thing that comes to our minds is money. Although giving financially is biblical, and important, it is not the only means of giving to others.
We often devalue opportunities to help, mentor, and invest in others to help them become all that God wants them to be. It's an incredible feeling to know that someone cares about us...enough that he or she is willing to invest precious time in our lives.
Many people have experienced the privilege of gleaning wisdom from older believers. Their insight and godly advice can have an enormous impact on our lives. It is incredible for someone in their later years to understand the value of giving to others in this way.
The more time we spend with God, the more we have to offer others. He fills us with His love and peace that the world is so desperately seeking. When we, in turn, share with others, we are helping them understand the love and care God has for us.
Look for opportunities to be a giver. The rewards are eternal, and the investment in others is priceless. Giving to others allows us to show our gratitude that people took the time to give to us.
Look for opportunities to be a giver. The rewards are eternal, and the investment in others is priceless. Giving to others allows us to show our gratitude that people took the time to give to us.
Yesterday's Afternoon Prayer
God, you have given me so much. Thank you for life and the ability to live for you. Help me look for opportunities to give to others. Don't let me live in a way that I am only living for myself and what I can obtain. Let me see the people around me and the abundant investment opportunities. I want to honor you by giving to others. In Jesus' name, amen.