Aug 12 2024

Today's Bible Verse

For whoso findeth me findeth life, and shall obtain favour of the Lord.

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In this verse from Proverbs, we learn that those who find the Lord find life and His favor. It reminds us of all the many blessings that we, as Christians, are privy to. We have communion with Him, can pray to Him, and get to enjoy His presence on a daily basis. Today, we'll meditate on these realities so we don't take them for granted.

What does it mean for us to find life in the Lord? There are many different ways to interpret it, with the most obvious being the gift of eternal life with Christ. Instead of living forever apart from the Lord, we get to join Him in Heaven, enjoying His goodness and love forever. We also have life today because we are dead to sin—we have the ability to resist temptation and walk in obedience to the Lord.

Finally, finding life in the Lord means we can walk in hope. Instead of trying to fill ourselves up or make ourselves whole, we can walk in the sweet truth that the Lord cares for us more than we could ever care for ourselves.

Also, when we walk with the Lord, we obtain His favor. This means He will work everything for the good in our lives; no pain or struggle that we experience will prevent us from growing spiritually or from experiencing the Lord's goodness. We do not have to be afraid—ever—that the Lord has forgotten about us. He sees us and is favoring us always. He seeks and blesses those who seek Him.

It is important to remember that the greatest blessing in the Christian life is intimacy with God. There is nothing like the nearness of God, and when we cling to His promises and truths, we remind ourselves that He is never far away. His nearness to us will be constant and sure. This gives us the confidence to obey Him even when it's difficult and encourages us to remain strong in Him.

Today, if you feel discouraged or disheartened, cling to the truth that you have life in Jesus. He offers true life in Him that cannot compare to any amount of money or any human relationship. His love for you is perfect, and He is favoring you today simply because He calls you His own.

Today's Prayer

Dear Lord, thank you for your favor in my life. Thank you for being so good to me and for showing me favor. Help me to remember that you are never far away. I love you Lord; help me to become more and more like you each day. In Jesus' name, amen.

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Aug 11 2024

Yesterday's Bible Verse

Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon thee. :

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Yesterday's Bible study

In this verse from Isaiah, the Lord tells the people of Israel to arise and shine because light has come and the glory of the Lord is upon them. The "light" refers to the Gospel—the good news that Jesus has come to make it possible for people all over the world to have a relationship with the Lord. Today, we will consider what it means to live in the glory of the Lord.

What does it mean to live in the glory of the Lord? It means we recognize the grace of the Gospel. We remember the love that Jesus has shown us and allow that love to change the way we treat other people and ourselves. Instead of feeling like we have to fight for significance, we can rest in the truth that we are cherished by God more than we could ever understand. This gives us the freedom to enjoy our lives and walk with the Lord.

This verse includes a command: "arise" and "shine." The Gospel changes the way that we approach our lives. Our days are no longer just drudgery or filled with ordinary tasks. They become opportunities to express our love for the Lord through doing good work, loving other people, and serving Him with gladness. The Gospel transforms the way we approach our lives because they are no longer about ourselves and what we want, but instead about the Lord. We rise and shine unto Him… and that makes all the difference.

This does not mean, of course, that we'll never have a tough day or feel grumpy or oversleep. Christianity is not about being happy all the time, but rather, having joy in the sacrificial love of Jesus as we become like Him each day.

When we find ourselves struggling in the Lord, we can use this verse as a way to pray. We can ask the Lord to help us truly arise in Him, helping us experience His glory. He will meet us right where we are, and, when we call out to Him, He will help us be obedient to what He has called us to do.

Yesterday's Prayer

Dear Lord, thank you for the transforming power of the Gospel. Thank you for changing me supernaturally, making me more like you. Help me to arise in your name and shine for your glory. I love you, Lord, and I want to honor you with my heart and my mind. In Jesus' name, amen.
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