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Daily Christian Devotion

Peace to be with you

“As they were talking about these things, Jesus himself stood among them and said to them, ‘Peace to you!’”

Luke 24:36 (ESV)

What is wrong with these people? Why do they speak about their God all the time? Why can’t they stop preaching the gospel even when they know they are marked, hunted, killed, and beheaded for it?

If they remained silent, perhaps they could have saved their lives.

These are the thoughts that run through many minds. Yet once a person encounters Jesus, those same questions disappear. Instead, they find themselves thankful someone told them about Him—because the peace He gives is beyond what the human mind can understand.

The peace of God is the greatest gift He can pour into a soul. The first message Jesus spoke after His resurrection was, “Peace be with you.” This reveals the heart of God—that through His death and resurrection, Jesus came to give us everlasting peace.

Jesus called His disciples while they were minding their own business. They responded, left everything behind, and followed Him. They walked with Him, ate with Him, and learned from Him. Men with no earthly education came to know heavenly mysteries. They witnessed miracles with their own eyes—sins forgiven, demons fleeing, storms obeying, the blind seeing, the deaf hearing, the lame walking, and the dead rising. Multitudes were fed, the hopeless restored, and faith strengthened day by day.

Yet when Jesus spoke of His suffering and death, and when it finally happened, their hearts broke. Their hope felt shattered. The One who gathered them vanished from their sight. Grief, confusion, and fear overwhelmed them. Losing someone and trying to live with only memories takes the grace of God.

Then—right in the middle of their fear, sorrow, and uncertainty—Jesus appeared among them and spoke one simple but powerful promise:

“Peace to you.”

His presence restored courage. His peace settled their trembling hearts. Filled with the Holy Spirit, those once fearful disciples performed even greater works. They were beaten, stripped, mocked, imprisoned, and persecuted, yet nothing stopped them. Why?

Because the peace of Christ held them steady.

This peace is not logical. It does not make sense to the natural mind. It is supernatural. It guards the heart. It sustains the soul. The same Jesus who visited His disciples stands among us today, offering peace to all who listen and believe.

Those who truly receive it cannot keep the good news to themselves. This peace walks with you through the valley of the shadow of death. It sustains you in sickness. It lifts you from grief. It brings joy in chaos and rest in the storm.

“In peace I will both lie down and sleep; for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety.”

Psalm 4:8 (ESV)

David wrote this during a time of great distress, while fleeing from the rebellion of his own son Absalom. It is called a Psalm of peace—proof that even in hardship, God offers peace, rest and security.

Everyone who encounters Jesus can testify to this peace. That is why believers continue to share the good news—so others may receive this free gift.

Today, this same gentle, powerful, living Jesus is offered to you.

May the grace of God open your eyes and heart to receive His peace.

Invite Jesus Christ in, and experience a peace no one can steal from you.

Prayer:

Lord Jesus, thank You for the peace that only You can give. Silence every storm in my heart and mind. Help me surrender fully to You and rest in Your presence. Fill me with Your Spirit and let Your peace guard my thoughts, my steps, and my future. In Your holy name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Joy comes in the morning

“Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.”

Psalm 30:5 (NLT)

There are moments in life when sorrow overwhelms us—when sickness touches us or someone we love, when failure feels final, or when circumstances seem impossible to overcome. In those seasons, tears may feel constant, and we may wonder if joy will ever return.

In the midst of sorrow, life can feel dark, heavy, and isolating. Yet Scripture reminds us that even though weeping may endure for a night, joy will come in the morning. The challenge is that during the endurance of sorrow, we often lose sight of the promise of joy.

Enduring sorrow and long-suffering is not weakness—it’s a virtue. Every human being on earth will face grief, but how we walk through it and how we hold onto God’s promise shapes the character being formed within us.

In sorrow, we may either crumble or rise as warriors. But the Bible assures us that sorrow is temporary—joy is coming.

One of the reasons we struggle in sorrow is because we forget the sovereignty of God. We attempt to replace His power with our own strength, and we interpret the future through the lens of our past. Instead, we must trust the God who is supernatural and almighty—the God who knows the end from the beginning, who hears the silent cry, and who answers before the question is fully formed.

If we expect God to work only in our way, we may wait endlessly. But when we surrender and allow Him to unfold His perfect plan—even through sorrow—we will see Him turn mourning into dancing, grief into praise, and sorrow into joy.

Do not let your season of sorrow become a playground for the enemy. Guard your thoughts. Guard your heart. Fix your eyes on Jesus, and you will see the goodness of God even in the valley.

In John 16:20, The Bible does not say your sorrow might be turned into joy—it says it will. There is deep assurance in that promise. Your tears are not the end of your story. Weeping is not your final destination—joy is when Jesus is with you.

Prayer

Lord, in seasons of sorrow, strengthen my faith. Help me trust Your sovereignty even when I do not understand Your timing. Remind me that joy is coming and that You are with me in every moment. Turn my mourning into joy and my weakness into strength. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Victory belongs to the Lord

“The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the Lord.”

Proverbs 21:31 (ESV)

In ancient times, horses were prepared for battle alongside soldiers. These were not ordinary animals—they were strong, stable, and full of stamina, trained to endure the fiercest of fights. Yet Scripture reminds us that no matter how much strength or power one displays, the victory belongs to the Lord.

Many years ago, when I moved to a new country, I was desperately searching for a job. I gave several interviews, traveled to meet people, and kept preparing myself. During that season, I also gave birth to my child—still learning, upskilling, and trying to stay hopeful. There were many rejections and disappointments, yet I continued to pray and press forward.

At one point, I almost got a job offer, but at the last moment, the company informed me they didn’t have the budget to process my employment. I was heartbroken but continued to trust that the Lord was preparing something better.

A week later, I received another call for an interview. Honestly, I thought it would be yet another rejection. But that morning, the Lord gave me this verse—Proverbs 21:31. As I read it, a wave of joy and confidence filled me. I wrote the verse boldly on my whiteboard and told my husband with faith, “This job is going to be mine.”

On the day of the interview, a heavy snowstorm hit. Still, I managed to get there by taxi. To my surprise, the questions were much simpler than what I had prepared for. The interviewers were kind and warm, and as I sat with them, I sensed the favor of God resting upon me. Before I even left the building, one of them called the recruiter and said, “She’s hired.”

That victory was special—it came during a severe economic recession in the U.S. when many were losing jobs and homes. Yet God opened a door for me. He has faithfully kept me in that same team for over fifteen years and still counting. Truly, the victory belongs to the Lord.

Recently, I watched the victory speech of a woman cricketer who had just won the first-ever World Cup in her country’s history. She looked joyful—smiling, singing, and dancing in her older videos—but during her speech, tears streamed down her face. She shared how she had battled anxiety for years. Though she appeared strong on the outside, the real battle had been within. She was dropped from tournaments, her form declined, and her size made her an unlikely champion. Yet through it all, she built resilience.

She didn’t just win a championship; she conquered her greatest enemy—anxiety. While she prepared physically and mentally for the match, the true victory came from the Lord who helped her overcome her fears.

You too may be preparing for a battle—emotional, physical, or spiritual. Be encouraged today: the victory is yours in the Lord.

If you have been waiting long, facing rejection after rejection, and battling anxiety or hopelessness, remember—the victory is still yours.

Keep doing what you must do. Prepare, persevere, and trust that when the Lord shows up, He will give you victory in everything you put your hands to.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You that every battle I face belongs to You. Help me to prepare with faith, stand firm in hope, and trust Your perfect timing. Let Your strength carry me through every challenge, and may every victory in my life bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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You Will Be Restored

Joel 2:25–26 (ESV)

“I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the hopper, the destroyer, and the cutter, my great army, which I sent among you. You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, who has dealt wondrously with you. And my people shall never again be put to shame.”

Locusts are among the most destructive pests in agriculture. They form massive mobile bands that migrate over long distances, consuming every bit of vegetation in their path. Increased rainfall produces more vegetation, which fuels their growth. As they multiply and crowd together, they shift into swarm behavior, taking on a different form with long wings, unlike their solitary state. These swarms bring large-scale devastation through mass migration and consumption.

In the same way, the consequences of sin are compared to the destruction of locusts. Sin feeds on our weaknesses and multiplies wherever there is potential growth or blessing. It swarms into areas of our lives and devours them. Turning away from God is also sin whether by worshiping family, jobs, self, or finances puts us in a vulnerable place where devastation can occur. Sin takes root, fills every corner, and leaves behind loss, emptiness, and destruction.

But the Bible calls us to repentance and reminds us that God is able to restore what was lost. He is merciful and sends healing and breakthrough into the very places that have been damaged. Only Jesus can repair what no human effort can fix. He does what seems impossible, reviving what seems beyond hope.

The years lost to heartache, pain, suffering, lack, bondage, and curses are not beyond God’s reach. His Word promises that He will restore those years. When you love God and surrender your situations to Him, you will see His restoration overflow with His goodness, love, and abundant blessings. Your latter days will be more glorious than your former ones. You will be bountiful and fully satisfied by His grace.

Let not the hopper, the destroyer, or the cutter overcome you anymore. The great hand of God is at work, and He will deal wondrously with you. Not a single trace of the damage will remain. Turn to Jesus, repent of your sins, worship the King, and you will never again be put to shame.

Prayer:

Lord, I thank You for Your promise of restoration. Heal the broken places in my life and restore what has been lost to sin, pain, and despair. Strengthen my faith to trust Your timing, and let my latter days be filled with Your goodness and abundance. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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