Month: April 2025

April 12, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Command Your Soul to Bless the Lord

Opening Verse

“Bless the Lord, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name.”
Psalm 103:1 (KJV)

Introduction

Sometimes, our spirit knows what to do, but our soul lags behind. Psalm 103 is not just a declaration—it’s a command. David wasn’t asking his soul to bless the Lord—he was telling it to. That’s what we must do, especially when we don’t feel like it.

Devotional Story

A man stood in his kitchen, worn out. His week had been full of disappointments, bills, arguments, and a deep sense of heaviness. The last thing he felt like doing was praising God. But instead of sitting in silence, he lifted his voice and said, “Bless the Lord, O my soul!”

He kept saying it, louder each time. Not because he felt it, but because he believed it. And little by little, his heart caught up with his faith. His sorrow didn’t vanish in a moment, but his spirit grew stronger. That morning, he didn’t live by what he felt—he lived by what he knew: God is always worthy of praise.

What This Means

We don’t live by feelings. Feelings can lie. They come and go like the wind. If you follow feelings, you’re following the flesh. But if you speak truth to your soul, you’re walking in the Spirit. David commanded his soul to bless the Lord, even when he didn’t feel like it. So must we.

Faith is not about waiting to feel inspired. It’s about praising God because He is worthy—whether we feel it or not. Faith leads. Feelings follow.

Think About This

  • Are you letting your feelings lead your faith?

  • Have you ever told your soul what to do, instead of listening to it?

  • What would change in your life if you praised God by faith, not emotion?

Prayer

Lord, teach me to command my soul to bless You. Help me not to live by my feelings, but by faith in Your truth. When I feel weak, remind me of Your strength. When I feel down, remind me of Your goodness. You are always worthy of praise. Amen.

Closing Verse

“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” – 2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV)

April 11, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Chosen and Pressed

Opening Verse

“And who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”
(Esther 4:14, KJV)

Introduction

When God calls His children—men, women, and even youth—He does so with purpose. The world may overlook them, but Heaven puts them in demand. The demand increases in moments of pressure. It’s not comfort that reveals our calling, but crisis. We are called not only to believe, but to act when the moment comes.

What This Means

The story of Esther reveals a young woman who was placed in a royal position not for her own luxury, but for the preservation of God’s people. She did not volunteer for this assignment. It came with risk, uncertainty, and real danger. Yet when the moment of pressure arrived, Mordecai’s words shook her into divine clarity: “Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”

This is what it means to be in demand by God. Your presence on earth, in your family, in your community, or in your workplace, is not random. You are the answer to a crisis. You are God’s response to a need. But with this calling comes the press. Just as Esther had to decide whether to approach the king and risk her life, we too must act when it would be easier to stay quiet.

Pressure reveals your position. It brings out who you trust. Esther chose faith over fear. She fasted, prayed, and then acted. She didn’t let her emotions or environment determine her obedience. That’s what it means to be God’s chosen vessel—you move not when it’s safe, but when it’s time.

Think About This

  • Are you hiding when you should be standing?

  • Has God placed you in a position that you’re afraid to act in?

  • Are you letting pressure silence your purpose?

God is not looking for the most qualified. He is looking for the most obedient. If you know you’re His, then know this: you are in demand. Don’t let fear stop you. Step forward. Speak up. Fast. Pray. Move when He says move.

Prayer

Lord, I know I was created for more than comfort. You’ve called me for such a time as this. When pressure rises, give me courage. When fear whispers, let faith speak louder. Remind me that I am not forgotten or overlooked—I am in demand because You’ve placed something in me that this world needs. I surrender to Your timing and purpose. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
(Philippians 3:14, KJV)

April 10, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Are You Playing to Win or Playing to Learn?

Opening Verse

“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.”
Hebrews 5:14 (KJV)

Introduction

Some kids just want to score. They run straight for the goal every time the ball touches their feet, ignoring their teammates, the coach’s directions, and the basics of the game. Their eyes are on the scoreboard, not the practice. They want glory without the grind. Spiritually, we often do the same.

Devotional Story

Imagine a group of children playing soccer. From the kickoff, one boy charges with all his might toward the goal. He’s fast. He’s loud. He scores. But what no one sees is that he never passed, never learned to dribble, and never listened to the coach’s instruction. He got the point, but missed the point.

After the game, his teammates are frustrated. The coach is disappointed. And though he scored, he didn’t really grow. He never learned how to play the game well—just how to chase a score.

We do this with our faith. We rush for blessings. We want breakthroughs. We want quick wins and loud victories. But we don’t spend time learning God’s Word, listening to His voice, or practicing obedience in the quiet moments. We want to look like winners but not train like disciples.

What This Means

God is not looking for people who just want to “score points” with Him. He’s looking for children who want to be coached by His Word, shaped by His Spirit, and trained by His discipline. Scoring is good. But without skill, it’s just a show.

We need to stop asking, “How can I win today?” and start asking, “How can I grow today?” The Kingdom of God is not about performance—it’s about obedience.

Think About This

  • Are you chasing spiritual appearances or true spiritual growth?

  • Do you want the reward without the training?

  • When was the last time you sat under God’s instruction, not for a miracle, but for maturity?

Prayer

Lord, forgive me for rushing past Your instruction just to chase a quick blessing. Teach me how to be trained by You, shaped by You, and corrected by You. Help me to stop seeking the scoreboard and start seeking Your heart. Make me a faithful student, not just a fast striker. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“If ye continue in my word, then are ye my disciples indeed;”
John 8:31 (KJV)

April 9, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Shake the Dust Off

Wordcast

Opening Verse

“And whosoever will not receive you, when ye go out of that city, shake off the very dust from your feet for a testimony against them.”
— Luke 9:5 (KJV)

Introduction

Jesus didn’t say to beg or argue. He said, “shake off the dust.” When the message of the Gospel is rejected, we are not called to linger in disappointment. We are called to move forward with urgency and obedience. The work is too great, the time too short.

Devotional Story

There was a young believer who began sharing Christ in his workplace. He handed out tracts, invited coworkers to church, and tried to live out his faith boldly. But day after day, they mocked him. One coworker even tore up a Bible tract in front of him.

At first, he was crushed. He wanted so badly for them to believe. But then he remembered Luke 9:5. Jesus didn’t say, “Keep trying until they break down.” He said, “Shake the dust off.” So the young man stopped pushing and started praying. He refocused on those who were open and hungry. Eventually, a quiet janitor approached him after weeks of silence and whispered, “I’ve been listening. Can you pray for me?”

Sometimes, obedience means letting go.

What This Means

Jesus gives us a strategy for spiritual rejection: don’t dwell on it. Don’t let discouragement root in your heart. Not everyone will receive the Gospel, but the mission doesn’t stop. We are not the Savior — He is. Our job is to preach, not to persuade by force. When hearts are hard, we must trust the Holy Spirit and move on to the next soul who needs Christ.

Think About This

  • Are you stuck trying to convince someone who keeps rejecting Christ?

  • Have you mistaken their resistance as a sign to try harder, instead of to obey faster?

  • Are you willing to walk away when Jesus says move on?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, give me the wisdom to know when to stay and when to go. Help me not to be discouraged when Your message is rejected. Remind me that I am a messenger, not the Messiah. Give me boldness, but also obedience. Let me walk in step with Your Spirit and not waste time where hearts are closed. Open new doors. Prepare fresh soil. And keep me moving for Your glory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Preach the word; be instant in season, out of season; reprove, rebuke, exhort with all longsuffering and doctrine.”
— 2 Timothy 4:2 (KJV)

April 8, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Spiritual Bank Accounts

Wordcast

Opening Verse

“Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfil the law of Christ.”
— Galatians 6:2 (KJV)

Introduction

Relationships are like spiritual bank accounts: you can’t keep withdrawing without making deposits. Encouragement, prayer, and truth are the deposits we all need. If you surround yourself with people who only take and never pour into you, your strength will run dry.

Devotional Story

Marcus was always the strong one. People called him when they were down, and he never turned them away. He’d pray with them, give advice, even pull out his wallet when they were in need. He kept giving, pouring out again and again.

But one day, Marcus broke.

He sat in his car, exhausted and frustrated. “Lord, why do I feel empty when I’m doing so much for others?” In that moment, he felt the Holy Spirit whisper: “You’ve been making withdrawals with no deposits. Even a bank account will run dry.”

That moment hit him hard. Marcus realized he had no one praying for him. No one checking on him. No one speaking life into his soul. He had surrounded himself with people who needed him—but not people who could help him stand.

So he made a change. He asked God to send him brothers who could walk with him, not just lean on him. And God did.

Now, Marcus still gives—but he also receives. He’s no longer running on empty.

What This Means

You need people who speak life into you. Who check on your soul. Who make spiritual deposits when life is draining you. That’s not weakness—that’s wisdom.

God calls us to support one another, not carry the burden alone.

Think About This

Who pours into your spiritual life?
Are your relationships balanced—or are you spiritually overdrawn?
Have you asked God to place true encouragers in your corner?

Prayer

Lord, help me to build relationships that are rooted in You. Show me who You’ve called to walk beside me, and give me wisdom to step away from what drains me. Teach me to give, but also to receive. Keep my spirit full, and surround me with those who carry truth, prayer, and love. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works:”
— Hebrews 10:24 (KJV)

April 7, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

The Curse That Isn’t There

Opening Verse

“The soul that sinneth, it shall die. The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father, neither shall the father bear the iniquity of the son: the righteousness of the righteous shall be upon him, and the wickedness of the wicked shall be upon him.”
— Ezekiel 18:20 (KJV)

Introduction

There’s a growing teaching that believers must go through “deliverance ministry” to break free from generational curses. But the Bible teaches something different—truth that brings real freedom. You are not cursed because of your family line. You are accountable for your own walk with God. What Christ did on the Cross is enough.

Devotional Story

A young woman named Elise lived under the weight of fear. Her grandfather had been abusive, her mother wrestled with addiction, and people told her these were signs of a generational curse. One day, a well-meaning friend even said, “You need deliverance. You need to go through a session to break that curse off your life.”

That shook Elise. She was a believer, yet felt like she was being told Jesus wasn’t enough. That He had saved her, but somehow left her bound.

So she went to the Bible. And there it was—in Ezekiel 18:20. “The son shall not bear the iniquity of the father.” Clear. Final. Truth.

Then she read Galatians 3:13. “Christ hath redeemed us from the curse.” Not partly. Not maybe. Fully.

That day, Elise rejected the lie. She didn’t need deliverance—she needed discernment. She didn’t need a man to cast something out of her—she needed to stand in the finished work of Jesus Christ. And when she did, she found peace.

What This Means

Deliverance ministries that claim you need to be freed from your ancestors’ sins are not teaching the gospel. The Bible never commands Christians to go through sessions to break curses. Jesus already did that at the Cross. The only deliverance we need is from sin through repentance and faith.

You don’t need to trace your family tree—you need to cling to the tree where Jesus died. If you are born again, you are not cursed. You are free.

Think About This

  • Are you trusting in Christ alone, or in religious rituals to make you clean?

  • Have you allowed false teaching to plant fear instead of faith?

  • Are you walking in freedom, or still waiting for someone else to deliver what Jesus already paid for?

Prayer

Father, I repent for believing lies that You never spoke. I reject the false teaching that I am cursed or in need of deliverance beyond what Christ already finished. Thank You, Lord, that I am redeemed, washed, and made new by the blood of Jesus. Help me walk in truth and call others out of deception. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Christ hath redeemed us from the curse of the law, being made a curse for us: for it is written, Cursed is every one that hangeth on a tree:”
— Galatians 3:13 (KJV)

April 6, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

A Kingdom Divided

Matthew 12:25

“And Jesus knew their thoughts, and said unto them, Every kingdom divided against itself is brought to desolation; and every city or house divided against itself shall not stand:” (KJV)

Introduction

Jesus never wasted words. When He spoke, His words cut through noise and confusion. In this moment, He wasn’t just speaking about kingdoms or cities—He was sounding an alarm for every heart, every home, and every soul that dares to live divided.

Devotional Story

There was a man who claimed to follow Christ but still entertained the world. He would lift his hands in worship on Sunday, then curse under his breath on Monday. He’d speak of grace, yet hold grudges. He’d pray for guidance, yet chase selfish desires. Over time, things began to fall apart. His peace turned into stress. His family grew cold. His heart became restless.

One night, while lying awake, his eyes landed on a dusty Bible on the shelf. He hadn’t touched it in months. Guilt crept in. He remembered the verse: “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” That was him. Trying to serve two masters. Trying to stand while being split in half. That night, he got on his knees and repented. Not just with words, but with surrender.

And God met him there—not with condemnation, but with cleansing.

What This Means

You can’t serve Jesus and cling to sin. You can’t love God with half your heart. A divided life leads to a broken life. Jesus is calling for full surrender. Unity within your heart starts by choosing Him—completely. Otherwise, the cracks will grow until everything falls apart.

Think About This

What areas of your life are pulling in the opposite direction of Christ? Is your heart united in its loyalty to Him? Or are you trying to keep a foot in two worlds?

Prayer

Lord, I don’t want to be divided anymore. I don’t want to pretend. Help me give You all of me. Remove what pulls me away from You. Heal the cracks in my soul and bring peace where there has been chaos. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon.” (Matthew 6:24, KJV)

April 5, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

This is the Day

Opening Verse

“This is the day which the Lord hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.”
Psalm 118:24 (KJV)

Introduction

Every new day is a gift. Not just another page on the calendar, but a chance—a holy invitation from God to live with purpose, joy, and obedience. Psalm 118:24 is more than a morning greeting; it’s a declaration of faith and decision.

Devotional Story

There was a man who used to dread mornings. Life felt heavy. One day, while sitting in silence before heading to work, he opened the Bible and his eyes landed on Psalm 118:24. “This is the day which the Lord hath made…” He read it over and over.

That moment changed everything. He started to rise each morning with a new mindset—not focused on his problems but focused on God’s purpose for that day. Whether it was hard or easy, sunny or stormy, he chose to rejoice, because God had made that day. Not by accident. Not randomly. But with purpose.

He began to say it aloud every morning, and over time, his heart followed his words. People around him noticed the change. He didn’t just survive his days. He lived them. With joy. With focus. With praise.

What This Means

We don’t make the day. We don’t control what it brings. But we do choose how we live it. God made today. That means it has meaning. That means it has grace. That means you’re alive for a reason right now. Choose joy. Choose praise. Choose to see God’s hand in every hour.

Think About This

  • Do you treat today like a gift?

  • What if today was your last—would you live it differently?

  • Are you rejoicing, or just rushing through?

Prayer

Lord, thank You for today. Help me to see it as Yours, not mine. Give me a heart that rejoices, even when life is hard. Teach me to live each day as a gift, not a guarantee. Let me walk in Your purpose and shine for You in every hour. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Boast not thyself of to morrow; for thou knowest not what a day may bring forth.”
Proverbs 27:1 (KJV)

April 4, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

It’s Not the Act, It’s the Intent

Opening Verse

“Every way of a man is right in his own eyes: but the Lord pondereth the hearts.”
— Proverbs 21:2 (KJV)

Introduction

Many people think that if their actions look good, that’s enough. But God doesn’t just look at what we do—He looks deeper. He sees why we do it. It’s not just the act that matters to God; it’s the heart behind it.

Devotional Story

There was a young woman who gave to the poor every month. She made sure to post about it online, tagging her church and using popular Scriptures as captions. Everyone thought she was generous, kind, and spiritually mature. But behind closed doors, her heart was far from God. She often mocked the very people she helped, seeing them as beneath her.

Across town, there was a man who quietly slipped envelopes of cash into struggling families’ mailboxes. He told no one. No hashtags. No photos. He even skipped church sometimes out of shame for his past. But every act of kindness came from a heart broken by his own sin and desperate to honor Christ in secret.

Which one did God approve of?

Jesus answered that very question in Matthew 6:1:

“Take heed that ye do not your alms before men, to be seen of them: otherwise ye have no reward of your Father which is in heaven.”

What This Means

God doesn’t just want our hands—He wants our hearts. You can do the right thing for the wrong reason and miss the mark completely. You can preach, give, or serve, but if it’s done for attention, praise, or guilt, it doesn’t please Him. But even the smallest act, done with a heart that loves Jesus, is seen and rewarded by God.

This is urgent—because many will one day say, “Lord, didn’t we do all these things in Your name?” and Jesus will reply, “I never knew you” (Matthew 7:22-23). Why? Because their intent was never truly for Him.

Think About This

  • Are your actions for Christ or for credit?

  • If no one saw what you did, would you still do it?

  • What does God see when He looks past your deeds and into your heart?

Prayer

Lord, search my heart and show me the truth. Cleanse me from false motives. Let everything I do be for Your glory and not my own. Teach me to live with eternity in mind, not applause. I want to please You, not people. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked: who can know it? I the Lord search the heart, I try the reins, even to give every man according to his ways, and according to the fruit of his doings.” — Jeremiah 17:9-10 (KJV)

April 3, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Repositioned to Be Fed

Opening Verse

“He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.”
—Psalm 23:2 (KJV)

Introduction

When life leaves you drained, unseen, or burdened by the expectations of others, it’s easy to believe you’re forgotten. But according to Scripture, the Lord is not distant—He’s the Good Shepherd, leading His sheep to rest, not ruin. When you feel overlooked, it may be the very moment God is guiding you into His care.

Devotional Story

A woman faithfully served in her local church for years. She prayed, fasted, and labored behind the scenes. Others depended on her, yet rarely asked how she was. She began to feel worn, like a branch that had given all its fruit but received no rain.

One evening, she opened her Bible and read these words: “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28)

Convicted, she went to prayer and asked, “Lord, have I confused serving people with following You?”

That night, in a dream, she stood in a dry land. She was surrounded by people who kept pulling on her, but then she looked and saw a green pasture in the distance. A voice spoke, “Follow Me, and I will feed you.”

When she awoke, she realized it was time to realign her steps with Christ. She stepped away from empty obligations—not out of rebellion, but to sit at Jesus’ feet. Like Mary who chose the better part (Luke 10:42), she chose to be filled by the Word before pouring out again.

What This Means

The Bible shows that God cares deeply about the state of your soul. He doesn’t just call us to labor; He calls us to rest in Him (Hebrews 4:9-10). If you’ve been serving without being nourished, you are not following the Shepherd—you are following expectations.

Repositioning is not retreating. It’s returning—to Jesus, your source.

Think About This

Have you mistaken activity for obedience? Are you doing things for God while neglecting to be with God?

Where is He asking you to come aside and be refreshed?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, forgive me for working in Your name while forgetting to rest at Your feet. You are my Shepherd, and I shall not want. Lead me to the green pastures of Your Word. Help me to slow down, listen, and be nourished by You alone. In Your name I pray, Amen.

Closing Verse

“There remaineth therefore a rest to the people of God.”
—Hebrews 4:9 (KJV)