Tag: FaithInAction

May 2, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Speak Life, Not Defeat

Opening Verse

“Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.”
Proverbs 18:21 (KJV)

Introduction

Words matter. What we speak shapes how we believe, and what we believe affects what we experience. Many of us casually speak doubt, fear, or failure without realizing we are planting seeds that grow into our reality.

Devotional Story

A father and his young son went fishing on a peaceful afternoon. The sun was shining, the lake was calm, and everything seemed perfect. But the boy, with each cast of his line, kept saying, “I’ll never catch anything. I’m not good at this.”

After a while, the father gently turned to his son and said, “Son, you’re cursing yourself. Every time you say you can’t, you speak defeat over yourself. The Bible says we must speak life.”

The father quietly bowed his head and prayed, “Lord, show my son Your power. Let him see that words have weight and that life flows when we trust You.”

Moments later, the boy’s line tugged. He pulled up a fish. Then, just a few minutes later, another. His eyes lit up with surprise and joy. “Dad, I caught two!”

His father smiled and said, “That’s God showing you. Speak life, son. Always.”

That day, the boy learned a lesson no sermon could teach: when we speak doubt, we hinder faith—but when we speak life, we give God room to work.

What This Means

Negative words limit what God wants to do in us and through us. Speaking faith isn’t about pretending everything is perfect—it’s about trusting God is able even when we aren’t. The tongue can either build or destroy, bless or curse. Speak life, because every word counts.

Think About This

What are you speaking over your situation today? Are you agreeing with doubt, or are you declaring God’s truth? Speak life over your family, your future, and your faith.

Prayer

Lord, forgive me for every time I’ve spoken doubt instead of faith. Teach me to speak words that line up with Your promises. Help me speak life into every area of my heart, my home, and my walk with You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.”
Psalm 19:14 (KJV)

April 29, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Accelerating Toward Excellence

Opening Verse

“Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain.”
— 1 Corinthians 9:24 (KJV)

Introduction

Everyone wants to excel, but few understand that to excel, you must first accel — move forward with purpose, discipline, and urgency. In the race of faith, standing still is not an option. God calls us not just to finish, but to run to win.

Devotional Story

There was a young man who had a clear goal — he wanted to become a pilot. But every day, he delayed his lessons. He talked about planes, studied aviation facts, and even wore a pilot jacket. But he never flew. One day, his instructor told him, “You can’t soar until you start moving. To fly, you’ve got to throttle up.” That stuck with him.

The next morning, he signed up for flight school and never looked back. He realized that dreams alone don’t lift you — action does.

In the same way, believers often talk about spiritual growth, deeper faith, and godly purpose — but never leave the runway. They admire others who are doing great things for God, but hesitate to launch themselves into obedience.

The Apostle Paul didn’t waste time. He “pressed toward the mark” and called us to do the same. If you want to excel in Christ, you’ve got to accel — pick up speed in prayer, holiness, service, and obedience.

What This Means

God isn’t looking for people who just wish they were closer to Him. He’s calling those who will move. Spiritual acceleration begins when you take the first real step — confessing sin, forgiving others, sharing Christ, studying His Word with hunger, or stepping out in faith even when it’s uncomfortable.

We’re in a spiritual race. There are no trophies for those who sit in the stands.

Think About This

Are you waiting for a sign when God has already given you a command?
What area of your life needs acceleration toward obedience?

Prayer

Lord, wake me up from comfort and hesitation. I don’t want to just talk about change — I want to move. Give me the courage to accelerate in obedience, to run this race with focus, and to do it for Your glory. Remove every excuse. Help me press forward today. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended: but this one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind, and reaching forth unto those things which are before,
I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.”
— Philippians 3:13–14 (KJV)

April 26, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

The Holy Spirit Ready to Overflow

Opening Verse

“He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water.” (John 7:38, KJV)

Introduction

The Holy Spirit is not always seen at first. But He is power ready to be revealed. Faith opens the way for His mighty work.

Devotional Story

Imagine a bottle of soda. When it sits quietly, everything looks normal. But once you shake it, pressure builds up inside. Still, you can’t see the force gathering. Only when you open the lid do you see the true power that was hidden.

In the same way, the Holy Spirit is working inside believers. We might not always feel it. It might seem like nothing is happening. But when we step out in faith, trusting God’s Word, the “lid” opens—and the power of God flows out. Healing happens. Lives change. Courage fills the timid. Boldness fills the fearful. Joy overwhelms sorrow.

Without faith, the bottle stays closed. But with faith, the power that was hidden is released. The Spirit pours out rivers of living water from within, just as Jesus promised.

What This Means

Faith is the key. God’s Spirit is already at work inside you if you believe in Christ. It is not about waiting for a “feeling.” It is about trusting God’s promise and stepping forward. When you move by faith, you release what God has already placed within you.

Think About This

Are you living with the lid still closed? What step of faith could you take today that would release the power of the Holy Spirit already inside you?

Prayer

Heavenly Father, I thank You for the gift of the Holy Spirit. Help me not to doubt or hesitate but to trust You and move by faith. Open the floodgates of living water inside me. Use me to glorify You and to bless others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6, KJV)

March 31, 2025 Devotional Post a Comment

Build the Ark Anyway

Opening Verse

“By faith Noah, being warned of God of things not seen as yet, moved with fear, prepared an ark to the saving of his house; by the which he condemned the world, and became heir of the righteousness which is by faith.”
— Hebrews 11:7 (KJV)

Introduction

Noah was given an assignment that didn’t make sense—build a giant ark in the middle of dry land. There were no clouds, no thunder, and no one cheering him on. But Noah didn’t wait for confirmation from people. He obeyed God. He trusted the warning, and he trusted the protection. You might be in the same place now—called to build something that others can’t understand. Do it anyway.

Devotional Story

Imagine Noah, hammer in hand, surrounded by mocking voices. Day after day, he built. People passed by and laughed. “What are you doing, old man?” they probably sneered. “There’s no flood. There’s no storm.”

But Noah kept building.

He didn’t argue. He didn’t try to win their approval. He just obeyed. Each nail he drove, each board he placed—it was all done by faith. He wasn’t just building a boat. He was building a legacy. A place of protection. A house for the promise.

And then it rained.

The very thing that looked foolish became the only safe place left. The ark wasn’t just a big boat—it was God’s plan. And because Noah stood firm, his house was saved.

What This Means

When God tells you to build, you build—even if there’s no sign of rain. The world might not see what you see. That’s okay. They didn’t hear what God told you. The ark in your life might be a calling, a family, a ministry, or a new beginning. Trust God enough to move forward without needing applause.

Stand firm. God’s protection is real. His warnings are true. And the work He’s given you is not in vain.

Think About This

  • Are you waiting for visible proof before you act in faith?

  • Are you afraid of looking foolish for obeying God?

  • What has God told you to build that others don’t understand?

Prayer

Father, help me to be like Noah. Let me obey even when it’s hard. Let me build even when others laugh. I trust You. I trust what You’ve shown me, even when I can’t explain it. Strengthen my hands to keep working, and strengthen my heart to keep believing. Let my obedience be a refuge for others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“And the LORD said unto Noah, Come thou and all thy house into the ark; for thee have I seen righteous before me in this generation.”
— Genesis 7:1 (KJV)

December 3, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

Ask God, He Will Show You

Opening Verse:

“If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God, that giveth to all men liberally, and upbraideth not; and it shall be given him.” – James 1:5 (KJV)

Introduction:

Life is filled with decisions, both big and small. Sometimes, the right path isn’t clear, and uncertainty weighs heavy on our hearts. In those moments, we often forget one simple truth: God is ready and willing to guide us if we simply ask. He is the source of all wisdom, and His answers bring clarity, peace, and purpose.

Devotional Story:

In a small Russian village, a woman named Yelena found herself overwhelmed. She had been offered two job opportunities—one with a higher salary but requiring her to move far from her aging parents, and another closer to home but offering less pay. Yelena spent sleepless nights analyzing pros and cons, yet peace eluded her.

One night, she knelt by her bed, tears streaming down her face, and prayed, “Lord, I don’t know what to do. Please show me the way.” She remembered James 1:5 and clung to the promise that God gives wisdom generously.

The next morning, Yelena awoke with an unusual sense of calm. She opened her Bible and read Proverbs 3:5-6: “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” She realized she had been trying to figure everything out on her own. Instead of striving, she decided to trust God fully.

As she went about her day, Yelena received a call from the company near her home. They offered her the position, plus additional flexibility that would allow her to care for her parents. Her prayer had been answered. God had shown her the way, bringing peace and provision.

What This Means:

When we are faced with choices, it’s easy to rely on our own understanding or fear making the wrong decision. But God invites us to lean on Him. When we seek Him through prayer and trust His wisdom, He will guide our steps. His answers may not always come in the way we expect, but they will always lead us to His perfect will.

Think About This:

  • Have you been trying to handle decisions on your own, or have you invited God into the process?
  • Do you trust God to show you the right path, even if it’s different from what you imagined?

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for being the source of all wisdom. Forgive me for the times I’ve leaned on my own understanding instead of seeking You. I ask for Your guidance today. Show me the way, and give me the faith to follow wherever You lead. I trust that Your plans for me are good. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse:

“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 (KJV)

November 28, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

Heaven Inside Us: A Spiritual Reflection

Opening Verse

“Know ye not that ye are the temple of God, and that the Spirit of God dwelleth in you?”
(1 Corinthians 3:16, KJV)

Introduction

When we think of Heaven, we often imagine it as a faraway place of glory and peace, the eternal dwelling place of God. But the Bible reveals a profound truth: the very presence of God, who defines Heaven, resides within believers through the Holy Spirit.

Devotional Story

There was a woman named Leah who struggled with loneliness. Even though she attended church and read her Bible, she often felt disconnected from God. One day, during a quiet prayer, she asked, “Lord, where are You when I feel so empty?”

As she sat in silence, a verse from her childhood came to mind:

“Greater is he that is in you, than he that is in the world.” (1 John 4:4).

It dawned on her that the fullness of God’s love and power was already within her, through the Holy Spirit. She didn’t need to search outwardly for Heaven because God, who defines Heaven, lived in her heart.

From that moment, Leah’s perspective shifted. She began to approach every moment, whether joyful or mundane, as an opportunity to connect with the divine presence already within her. She saw the beauty of Heaven not as a distant hope but as a present reality through her relationship with God.

What This Means

Heaven is not just a destination; it is the presence of God Himself. If you are a follower of Christ, Heaven dwells in you because God’s Spirit lives in you. This truth empowers us to live with confidence, peace, and purpose, knowing that we carry the essence of Heaven within.

Think About This

  • How often do you stop to acknowledge the Holy Spirit within you?
  • When faced with challenges, do you draw from the strength of God who lives inside you?
  • What would change in your life if you truly believed that Heaven resides in your heart?

Prayer

Dear Lord, thank You for the gift of Your Holy Spirit, who dwells in me. Help me to live every day with the awareness that I carry Your presence within. Teach me to draw strength, peace, and guidance from You. May my life reflect the light of Heaven that lives in me. Amen.

Closing Verse

“But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.”
(John 14:26, KJV)

 

October 3, 2024 Devotional Post a Comment

The Power of Thoughts

Opening Verse

“For as he thinketh in his heart, so is he.” – Proverbs 23:7 (KJV)

Introduction

Our thoughts shape our lives. The Bible teaches that how we think in our hearts will guide the direction of our actions and ultimately our destiny. If we want real change in our lives, we must first change the way we think. The path to transformation begins in our minds, where faith, hope, and determination are birthed.

Devotional Story

A man was struggling with his job and his relationships. No matter how hard he tried, it seemed like nothing was going right. He would often think to himself, “Things never go well for me.” Over time, these thoughts started to manifest in his actions. He stopped giving his best effort at work, and his relationships grew cold.

One day, a friend who noticed the man’s frustration invited him to a Bible study. There, they talked about the power of our thoughts and how God can renew our minds. The man realized that his negative thinking had taken control of his life. He prayed and asked God to help him change his thoughts.

As he started to focus on God’s promises instead of his problems, things began to change. His mindset shifted from defeat to hope. He found joy in his work again and his relationships began to heal. The transformation all started with a change in his thoughts.

What This Means

The way we think has a powerful impact on our lives. If we think thoughts of defeat, we will live defeated lives. But when we allow God’s Word to shape our thinking, we begin to experience victory and joy. We must remember that our minds are a battlefield, and what we allow to dwell there determines the outcome of our battles. If we want to see change, it begins with thinking in line with God’s truth.

Think About This

  • What kind of thoughts do you dwell on daily?
  • Are they thoughts of hope and faith or defeat and doubt?
  • Ask God to help you recognize negative thoughts and replace them with His truth.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, help me to guard my thoughts and focus on Your promises. I know that my thinking shapes my life, so I ask for Your strength to think thoughts that align with Your Word. Renew my mind and help me to live a life of faith, hope, and victory. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing Verse

“And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.” – Romans 12:2 (KJV)