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Daily Christian Devotion

The King Is Born

*** Wishing you all a blessed Christmas!***

“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and His name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”

Isaiah 9:6 (ESV)

Out of all the good news we hear in this world, this is the Good News.

Every Mother’s Day, I wish and thank my mother—especially for introducing Jesus Christ into my life. I cannot imagine a life without Him, and I truly don’t believe I would have made it this far without His presence and grace.

I have heard the name Jesus millions of times throughout my life, but the moment Jesus was born in my heart was an experience beyond words. It was a life-transforming encounter—for good.

The prophet Isaiah prophesied the names of Jesus: Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. He begins this passage by revealing that the people who walked in darkness have seen a great light, and those who dwelt in deep darkness—the light has shone upon them. The yoke of the burden and the rod of the oppressor were broken. What a powerful depiction of freedom, deliverance, and restoration.

This is a beautiful revelation of the power of the Trinity—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit—working together for the redemption of mankind.

Today, this is a message of hope. Because Jesus lives, we can face tomorrow.

In this season, rejoice in the fact that you have heard the Good News, and please share it with others. We never know who is in the pit, who is walking in darkness, or who desperately needs deliverance. The message of Jesus’ birth has the power to transform, redeem, and restore a life.

Everyone deserves peace, joy, and true happiness—and Jesus is the only source of it. This source never runs dry.

Jesus truly is the Prince of Peace, because He rules the heart and satisfies the soul. His goodness must be tasted to be fully known.

May this King be born in your heart, and may He be your portion today and forever.

Prayer:

Lord Jesus, thank You for coming as the Light of the world. Be born anew in our hearts this Christmas. Rule our lives, heal our wounds, and fill us with Your peace that surpasses all understanding. Help us to share Your love and hope with those who are still in darkness. We receive You as our Prince of Peace today and always. Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Show Yourself Faithful

“To the faithful You show Yourself faithful.” Psalm 18:25 NIV

Mary Magdalene, a humble woman who lived near the Sea of Galilee, is recorded in the Bible as one whom Jesus delivered from seven evil spirits. The very next thing we see about her is this—she followed Jesus.

She was a woman who supported Jesus’s ministry along with a few other women and played a pivotal role in His work. She was deeply respected among the women and among His fellow disciples. She remained with Jesus even during the toughest moments of His ministry. She never walked away from Him—no matter the cost.

This woman’s story was redirected from outcast to messenger. Her journey from darkness to carrying the torch that brought light to the Gospel was birthed out of heartfelt gratitude. She was an unmarried woman, once demon-possessed, unstable in mind, and denied a normal life. When everyone else ignored her—including her own family—one man’s call set her free at an unexpected time.

A life-changing moment that no one else could have brought except Jesus.

When she came back to her senses, the first person she saw was Jesus, and she never let Him out of her sight. The gratitude she carried in her heart gave her the strength to endure the journey of following Him. She broke cultural stigma, ignored gossip, and kept moving forward with Jesus—even to His death—proclaiming the good news.

Because of her faithfulness in carrying the Gospel, God chose her to be the first witness of His resurrection. He entrusted her with an even greater task—to be His messenger and announce that He is risen.

God is still looking for faithful servants—those willing to take up the cross, carry the torch, and pave the way for the Gospel.

Faithfulness is a virtue celebrated in the Kingdom of God. Show yourself faithful.

To the faithful, God shows Himself faithful.

Prayer:

Lord Jesus, make my heart faithful like Mary Magdalene’s. Deliver me fully, anchor me in gratitude, and give me the courage to follow You without fear or compromise. Help me carry Your light and boldly proclaim Your truth wherever You send me. Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Your suffering will turn out to experience the Glory of God

“For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.”

Romans 8:18 ESV

After losing my late husband and relocating to the US, when grief and trauma were still fresh in my mind, I encountered this scripture while scrolling through Facebook. I can confidently say this was the first time a scripture literally caught my spirit. We might see hundreds of verses in a day on social media, but this one hit differently.

I saw it as a simple wallpaper and scrolled past it quickly, yet something drew me back. As I slowly read those words, tears began to roll down my cheeks. The life-giving Word started ministering to me, and the Holy Spirit began to comfort me. It was a strange mixture of grief and joy—because in that moment, hope was planted in my spirit that God would reveal His glory soon.

At that time, I didn’t have deep knowledge of the Word, and in my grief I was simply searching for comfort in Scripture. A few days later, I had a vision of a book with “Romans 8” written on it. The next day, I felt urged to read that chapter—and I did. Every single word ministered to me in a unique and personal way.

The verse that says your present suffering is nothing compared to the glory that will be revealed became an anchor. It assured me that suffering will not end in suffering—it will end in glory.

This passage reminds us that we are children of God, heirs of God, and co-heirs with Christ, sharing in His inheritance. Jesus suffered for a while, and then He was glorified. Likewise, we also partake in His suffering so that we may partake in His glory.

Even in seasons of deep pain, you are not left alone as an orphan. The Spirit of God strengthens you so you can endure and experience His glory. What an encouragement—that in death, loss, shame, pain, betrayal, humiliation, or rejection, God still reveals His glory. Not only after we leave this earth, but even while we live here.

Yes, the glory revealed in eternity with Jesus will be far beyond anything we can imagine, but God also reveals His glory in our everyday lives. At your workplace, in your personal life, and in your spiritual walk, He expresses His glory in ways that bring peace and joy.

I can testify that Jesus was with me in my suffering—He grieved with me, stayed with me, and revealed His glory in my workplace, in my personal space, and through His Word.

Suffering is an unpleasant place to be. Prolonged suffering—whether physical or emotional—can change our entire way of living. In such moments we ask: When will this end? Will I die in this suffering? Can anything change? Why does God allow this?

I don’t have the answers to every why, what, when, or how. But I do know this: as you endure with praise on your lips and gratitude in your heart, the present suffering becomes nothing compared to the glory that will soon be revealed to you.

“For to set the mind on the flesh is death, but to set the mind on the Spirit is life and peace.”

Romans 8:6 ESV

Be in great expectation—God is preparing to reveal His great glory in your life.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for being near in every season of suffering. Strengthen my spirit, anchor my heart in Your Word, and help me endure with praise. Reveal Your glory in my life, in my pain, and in my journey. Let Your peace fill every place where grief once lived. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Pleasing People Vs Pleasing God

“Be not afraid of them [their faces], for I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord.”

Jeremiah 1:8 AMPC

People-pleasing is a real enemy. It kills identity. Those who walk in it often overthink, over-apologize, over-explain, and constantly seek approval and validation from others.

This behavior is deeply rooted in fear—fear of people, fear of their opinions, fear of conflict, fear of rejection, fear of saying no—and it ultimately places more value on the happiness of others than the truth of who God created us to be.

In Jeremiah 1:8, the Lord calls Jeremiah to speak His message to Israel. God encourages him not to fear people because Jeremiah was chosen to be God’s mouthpiece.

Jeremiah was known as the weeping prophet because his writings reveal deep sorrow and anguish, reflecting his meek spirit.

Yet God strengthened him—reminding him not to grow weary or shrink back, because fear can distract, manipulate, and derail purpose.

Paul, on the other hand, was bold and confident in his calling. He was dealing with people infiltrated by false teaching and distorted doctrine.

“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God?

Or am I trying to please man?

If I were still trying to please man, I would not be a servant of Christ.”

Galatians 1:10 ESV

Paul stood firm in the truth and corrected anyone who twisted the gospel. While doing God’s work, some tried to discredit his past—reminding others of how he once persecuted Christians. They attempted to manipulate minds and discredit the message he carried, but Paul refused to be shaken. He even declared that if even an angel preached another gospel, they should be cursed.

Paul was not moved by human opinions. His confidence was rooted in truth—not in pleasing people.

Scripture is clear: if we live to please man, we cannot be servants of Christ.

The Word of God calls us to rise in boldness and walk in obedience to what Jesus expects—not what people demand. We are called to live, love, and serve God’s way—not the world’s way.

Jesus was compassionate, but He never compromised.

Jesus was kind, yet He never allowed others to take advantage of Him.

Jesus humbled Himself to wash feet, yet He boldly rebuked Peter, saying, “Get behind me, Satan,” when his words opposed the will of God.

Jesus loved humanity enough to die for them, yet He overturned tables when His Father’s house was corrupted.

Do not allow anyone to manipulate or deceive you into choosing worldly approval over godly obedience. God’s commandment is clear: love God first, then your neighbor. It is not reversed.

So the question remains—will you live as a slave to people’s expectations, or as a servant of God?

May the Holy Spirit give you boldness to break free from people-pleasing and live to please God alone.

Prayer

Lord, strengthen my heart to choose Your approval over the approval of people. Remove every fear, insecurity, and pressure that keeps me bound. Fill me with boldness, confidence, and wisdom to walk in truth. Help me honor You in my words, decisions, and actions. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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No Prison Can Hold the mission of God

“But during the night an angel of the Lord opened the prison doors and brought them out, and said, ‘Go and stand in the temple and speak to the people all the words of this Life.’” Acts 5:19–20 ESV

Amy Carmichael was an Irish missionary who dedicated her entire life to serving in the southern parts of India. When she was just 18, her father died, and her family faced financial hardship. Yet neither loss, poor health, nor struggle stopped her call to missionary work.

She was first sent to Japan for a short time, and later joined a mission station in Tinnevelly (Thirunelveli) in Tamil Nadu, India. Her ministry soon led her into a heartbreaking reality: many young girls—some just toddlers—were dedicated to temple gods and forced into a life of exploitation. This practice was known as the Devadasi system, a form of temple prostitution.

Amy’s mission took a defining turn when a five-year-old girl named Preena ran to her for help after escaping a temple where she was to be “married to the god.” The little girl shared that during her first escape attempt she was caught, branded, and punished. Yet she fled again—this time finding refuge in the church, and from there she was brought to Amy.

Amy’s passion for the gospel, her love for the helpless, and her deep compassion compelled her to respond. She rescued children and provided a safe haven—what began with one child soon grew into many.

The local people opposed Amy fiercely. She was accused of kidnapping, faced legal threats, and even the families of rescued children tried to reclaim them. She endured physical exhaustion, legal battles, loneliness, and deep discouragement. Later in life, a severe injury left her bedridden for her final 20 years.

Yet the mission did not stop. She continued to write books to encourage others.

By the time Amy entered eternity, the Dohnavur Family had grown to nearly 900 children. In her lifetime she helped rescue hundreds, and established schools, orphanages, nurseries, hospitals, and churches. She spread the gospel not only in word, but in sacrificial love.

The mission she began in Dohnavur, Tamil Nadu still continues today.

Amy remained steadfast in her calling—to proclaim the gospel and demonstrate God’s love. Despite threats, accusations, and attacks, God rescued her again and again and sustained her to continue His work. What was meant to imprison her could not stop the plans of God. The hand of the Lord protected her from the strategies of the enemy.

When God is behind the mission, no prison can hold the messenger.

In Acts 5, we see Peter—once the disciple who denied Jesus—now boldly preaching salvation. He stood in the temple and shared the gospel with zeal. The Holy Spirit moved mightily, and believers were added in great numbers. People brought the sick to the streets just hoping Peter’s shadow might fall on them—and many were healed.

The religious leaders tried to silence Peter and the apostles. They arrested them and placed them in prison. But Acts 5:19 tells us:

“But during the night, an angel of the Lord opened the prison doors and brought them out.”

The locks were still intact. The guards were still standing at the doors. Yet the prisoners were gone—because heaven moved.

When you give yourself fully to the mission God has called you to, He will be with you. He will give you grace, strength, favor, and courage to continue sharing the good news.

No prison—physical, emotional, financial, relational, or spiritual—can stop the gospel through a surrendered life.

Prison doors cannot hold you. The doors God opens remain open.

Now go—spread the gospel and make disciples.

“And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them inthe name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.””

Matthew 28:18-20 ESV

Prayer:

Lord, give me courage to follow Your calling with boldness. Open doors that no one can shut, and strengthen me to share Your love wherever You send me. Amen.

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