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Daily Christian Devotion

Stop The Noise and Hear The Voice

“Be still, and know that I am God!”

Psalm 46:10 NLT

I happened to watch one of my daughter’s town basketball games. The home team—my daughter’s team—was focused, playing with excellence, and already leading toward victory. At halftime, the opponent’s senior football team walked in to watch the girls play.

While everyone in the gym was quietly enjoying the game, the boys from the football team began making strange noises, distracting the home team. One of the star players was given a penalty shot. I’ve hardly ever seen her miss a basket, but just as she aimed, one of the boys made a loud noise, and she missed. On her second attempt, their conversations and giggles echoed through the quiet gym, distracting her again.

The referee noticed what they were doing and saw that it was intentional. He stopped the game and firmly instructed the boys to show discipline and respect—especially as fellow athletes. He then asked the opponent’s coach to send them out of the gym.

The star player aimed a third time—this time with fewer distractions—and she scored. With renewed focus, the home team went on to seal the victory.

As children of God, moments like this remind us to ignore the noise and stay focused on the goal set before us. It is crucial that we learn to tune out distractions and tune our hearts to God’s voice.

David inquired of the Lord every time he faced his enemies. It wasn’t a one-time habit—it was continual. As a king, he interacted with countless people daily—hearing complaints, petitions, official matters, and even the concerns of his own family. Yet in the midst of all that noise, David continually withdrew to hear from God in the now moment. He moved forward with confidence because his ears were trained to listen to the Lord.

Jesus also modeled this. He rose early, while it was still dark, just to step away from the noise and listen to the Father in prayer.

God speaks to us in the same way He spoke to David. And the greater the calling on your life, the greater the noise that will try to distract you.

Just like noise-canceling headphones help you hear clean sound and block out interference, pray that the Holy Spirit quiets your spirit so you can clearly hear the voice of God.

Where you are going depends on what you are willing to leave behind. To hear that still, small whisper from God, you must shut out the noise around you. Don’t entertain that conversation, that phone call, that place, or that group of people who brings unnecessary noise to distract you.

Do whatever it takes to clear the atmosphere so you can receive that one instruction, that one step forward, that one word of guidance from the Lord.

Prayer:

Father, quiet every noise that pulls my attention away from You. Teach me to be still, to hear Your voice, and to follow Your guidance with clarity and confidence. Tune my ears to Heaven, and lead me in the way I should go. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Nothing Will Overwhelm You

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you;and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you;when you walk through fire you shall not be burned,and the flame shall not consume you.” Isaiah 43:2 ESV

Hogenakkal is a place on the Tamil Nadu–Karnataka border,in India, known for its beautiful waterfalls and scenic views. The government later built a crocodile rehabilitation and rescue center there, so the area naturally had many crocodiles. Today there are safety measures, but back in the 1990s, things were not as secure.

During that time, our family visited the area for a short trip. It was a season of heavy rainfall, the water currents were fierce, and even the riverbanks were overflowing. Yet crowds of tourists still flocked to the place.

There was a famous coracle boat ride that took visitors close to the waterfalls for sightseeing. But it came with a risk—especially during that dangerous season. Many tourists ignored the warnings of the officials, and people were not disciplined enough to obey safety instructions.

My dad, being very curious and adventurous, wanted all seven of us to go together on one boat. My mother disagreed, but my dad insisted. The boatman firmly refused and finally explained why.

Just a few days earlier, a tragic incident had taken place. A couple with their infant—less than a year old—and a few others were on a coracle ride. At one point, the boat slowed down, and a massive crocodile approached, attempting to capsize it. The animal was in full attack mode. Panic erupted. The boatman, experienced but terrified, told them that the crocodile would not back away without taking something—and suggested throwing the baby into the water so the rest could survive.

The parents refused, but time was running out. If the boat capsized, everyone would drown or be dragged under. In the chaos and pressure from others, the baby was thrown into the water. The crocodile took the child, and the rest were saved. It was a horrifying event that shook the entire area.

After hearing this, my dad dropped the idea of the long scenic ride and took us instead on the backwater route. It was less thrilling, but at least we enjoyed it without fear gripping our hearts.

When I think about that story now, one thing stands out: in moments of crisis, even your closest people—your own flesh and blood—may abandon you out of fear or self-preservation. People who promised to stand with you may suddenly step back. Human strength fails, human loyalty falters, and human courage collapses under pressure.

But this Scripture comes as a powerful encouragement: we have a God who does not abandon us.

When you walk through raging waters, He walks with you.

When you face consuming fire, He stands beside you.

He doesn’t just promise deliverance—He promises His presence.

At some point in life, all of us walk a path where no one can go with us. The waters roar. The flames rise. The journey feels lonely. Yet this verse is God’s assurance to your heart: You are never alone.

God will not throw you into deep waters and leave you there.

He is your lifeguard—guiding, carrying, and covering you.

He was with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the fire, and He will be with you.

The flames will not consume you.

God never promised a life without trials, but He promised His unfailing presence in every season—highs and lows, tears and joy, victories and failures. And the proof is He gave His only Son, Jesus Christ, to rescue you from every harm.

Be encouraged today: Jesus is with you. He will never leave you nor forsake you.

Prayer

Father, thank You for being my refuge in deep waters and my shield in the fire. When fear rises and storms surround me, remind me that You are with me and will never abandon me. Strengthen my heart to trust Your presence, Your protection, and Your promises. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

No One Can Stop Your Breakthrough

“Let them know that this is your hand; you, O Lord, have done it!”

Psalm 109:27 ESV

When your time comes for a breakthrough, nobody can stop it. In fact, people, situations—and even animals—will work on your behalf when God has ordained it.

This is the story of a young man named Saul, from the humble and least tribe of Benjamin, whom God chose to appoint as king.

Saul lost his father’s donkeys, and his father asked him to go search for them. In the process of looking for the animals, Saul wandered far from home and lost his way. Wanting to return, he was persuaded by his servant to first seek the prophet in the city—the man whose words always came to pass.

As they climbed the hill toward the city, they met women who told them to hurry, for the man of God had just gone ahead to the high place to offer sacrifice. Only those invited could meet him and eat with him. In other words, if Saul missed Samuel now, he might not get another opportunity that day.

But while Saul was going up the hill, Samuel was coming down the hill. Not knowing who he was speaking to, Saul asked Samuel where the seer’s house was.

Yet the day before Saul ever arrived, God had already spoken to Samuel about him—telling him that He was sending a man from Benjamin to be anointed king. Samuel had even set aside the special portion of food for Saul before he ever met him.

The moment Samuel saw Saul, God confirmed that this was the man to be anointed.

Samuel invited Saul to go ahead of him to the high place, to eat with the people, and assured him that the donkeys lost three days earlier had already been found. Saul hesitated, struggling with low self-worth because he came from the least tribe, but Samuel still honored him.

At the high place, Samuel seated Saul among thirty chosen men and asked the servant to bring the best portion of food—the portion set aside even before Samuel laid eyes on Saul.

The next morning, Samuel took Saul to the rooftop and anointed him king. The donkeys were no longer the issue; God had already taken care of them.

Saul thought he was searching for lost donkeys, but God was leading him into his destiny. Only God can orchestrate something like this: Saul had to lose the donkeys, lose his way, walk into a city at the exact moment Samuel was walking down—every detail divinely aligned. Samuel already knew about Saul. The meal was already prepared. Heaven was already moving.

The Word of God encourages you today: you may feel lost, uncertain, or unsure of what to do next. Do not be anxious. God will make a way where there seems to be no way. You may have lost something—or everything—for the very purpose of God’s plan being fulfilled.

Your loss, your time, your people, your place, your season—everything will align to execute God’s purpose in your life. The crisis you are facing will not end your story; it will uncover God’s greater plan for you.

Saul made the right move in responding to Samuel. Samuel, in turn, looked at Saul and delivered God’s message.

May you make the right move that aligns with the plan of God for your life.

Prayer

Father, I thank You that nothing in my life is wasted. Even what I lose, You use. Lead me into the places and moments You have prepared for me. Help me trust Your timing, Your provision, and Your direction. Open my eyes to see the steps I need to take, and let Your purpose be fulfilled in my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

A Heart Of Gratitude Attracts God

“Sing to the Lord, for He has triumphed gloriously; the horse and his rider He has thrown into the sea.” Exodus 15:21 (ESV)

Miriam, the first prophetess mentioned in the Bible and the sister of Moses and Aaron, was born into slavery under oppression. Scholars often call her a visionary. She played a significant role in saving her baby brother Moses—watching over the basket floating along the Nile until he was found by Pharaoh’s daughter. With wisdom and courage, she ensured that their mother became Moses’ nurse in the palace. Miriam is remembered for her faith, resilience, boldness, and leadership.

During the time of Exodus, the Israelites lived under harsh bondage. They were burdened by relentless labor, crushed by taskmasters, and surrounded by an oppressive atmosphere for many generations. But after God performed miraculous signs and wonders—and after the Red Sea parted and closed behind them—freedom finally came.

Right after Israel crossed the sea and witnessed the greatest deliverance of their lives, Miriam—the prophetess—led the women with singing, dancing, tambourines, and worship.

The beautiful irony is this: even in the years of bondage, she kept a tambourine ready and a song in her heart.

No oppression, burden, or responsibility silenced her praise.

While others packed silver and gold, Miriam packed joy. She carried an instrument of worship because she expected God to move.

She became the first recorded worship leader in Scripture—ushering in praise after the long-awaited freedom from slavery.

The Bible never records Miriam complaining during captivity. Instead, she is remembered as joyful and confident in the Lord. Her immediate response to victory reveals a lifestyle of praise—not something spontaneous, but something practiced.

Miriam was content in every season because she carried worship on her lips and gratitude in her heart.

Today, the Word of God reminds us to do the same:

“Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.”

1 Thessalonians 5:18

When Jesus healed ten lepers, only one returned to thank Him. Jesus noticed—and He asked, “Where are the other nine?” Gratitude matters to God.

Thanking God for what He has done is gratitude.

Thanking Him for what He will do is faith.

A grateful heart attracts the presence of God. As long as breath fills your lungs, choose to thank Him.

Gratitude changes posture, perspective, and destiny. When we cultivate gratitude toward God, we also learn to appreciate people He sent to help us on the journey.

Gratitude will take you places.

Thankfulness will open doors.

Praise will bring down walls.

Prayer:

Lord, give me a heart like Miriam—full of praise, gratitude, and faith. Help me worship through every season and trust You before I see the breakthrough. Let thankfulness always flow from my heart and lips. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

God’s covenant still stands true

Since there was no one greater to swear by, God took an oath in his own name, saying, “Surely I will bless you and multiply you”

Hebrews 6:13-14 ESV

In ancient times, covenant ceremonies were sacred and solemn. Animals were cut in half, symbolizing that whoever broke the covenant would suffer the same fate. Both parties would walk between the pieces, signifying their commitment to uphold the agreement.

When God made a covenant with Abraham in Genesis 15, He instructed him to bring a three-year-old heifer, a three-year-old female goat, a three-year-old ram, a turtledove, and a young pigeon. Abraham obeyed—he presented them to the Lord, killed them, and laid the halves side by side. As he fell into a deep sleep, the Bible says a thick and dreadful darkness came over him, and God Himself made a covenant with Abraham, promising to bless him and his descendants forever.

“After the sun went down and darkness fell, Abram saw a smoking firepot and a flaming torch pass between the halves of the carcasses.” Genesis 15:17 (NLT)

God alone passed between the pieces—showing that the covenant’s fulfillment rested solely on His promise, not on Abraham’s ability to keep it. God knew Abraham would fail, and humanity would fail too. Therefore, God swore by Himself—because there is no one greater—ensuring His promise would stand through all generations.

This sacrificial act pointed forward to Jesus Christ, the ultimate sacrifice who renewed the covenant between God and humanity through His blood. The covenant still stands today, and the promise still remains over you and your generations.

But to walk in agreement with this everlasting covenant, you must believe in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross. God does not look at your good deeds, charity, or the kindness of your heart as the entry point into this covenant. These are beautiful reflections of Christ’s love, but they cannot replace faith in His finished work. Only by believing in the blood of Jesus—the sacrificial Lamb—can you step into the Abrahamic covenant and its blessings for you and your descendants.

When God swore by Himself, He declared that there is no one greater. He has no equal. He is the Great I Am. He is not a man that He should lie, nor unfaithful like us. What He has spoken will be fulfilled.

If you feel distant from God today, know that His covenant still stands. Come back into the everlasting covenant He established through Jesus Christ. Believe in His sacrifice, and you will experience the promises of Abraham upon your life.

Your perfection cannot bring you into this covenant—but the blood of Jesus Christ can.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for the everlasting covenant You established through Your Son, Jesus Christ. Help me to believe fully in His sacrifice and walk in the blessings of the Abrahamic promise. Renew my heart and draw me closer to You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Need More? Do More

“‘I tell you that to everyone who has, more will be given, but from the one who has not, even what he has will be taken away.”

Luke 19:26 (ESV)

God saw everything that He had made, and behold, it was very good.

After six days of creation, God looked at all His work and was pleased. He created man in His own image, formed him from the dust of the ground, breathed into him the breath of life, and commanded him to work and keep the garden He had made.

The irony is that God gave authority to man over everything, yet He still commanded him to work. Throughout Scripture, we never find an idle man whom God used or blessed.

When God called Abraham and promised to bless and multiply him, Abraham still worked diligently. His increase was the fruit of faith combined with effort. Everything God places into our hands must be put to work.

Even Jesus, the Son of God, demonstrated that idleness is not what God expects of us. He worked faithfully in His Father’s business. When choosing His disciples, He didn’t call idle men—He called fishermen, tax collectors, and laborers—men already engaged in their work.

In the parable of the minas, Jesus teaches that every gift placed in our hands must bear fruit. Before traveling to a far country, a nobleman entrusted his servants with money, commanding them to “Engage in business until I return.” When he came back, one servant had gained ten minas more, another five, but one returned only what was given, making excuses for his inaction. The nobleman was angry and ordered that the mina be taken from him and given to the one who had ten. He rebuked the idle servant for not even depositing it in the bank to earn interest.

God expects the same of us. Too often, we fail to recognize the gifts He has placed in our hands. Those who are busy using what God has given rarely have time to criticize others. It is usually the idle who find fault with those who are fruitful.

The person who invests their time and effort in their family, business, ministry, or calling focuses on growth, excellence, and stewardship. While some complain, the diligent keep working—and God rewards them with more.

God sees the heart and knows the intent behind every action. When your ways please Him, and when you are faithful with the little you have, He will multiply it.

Your gifts and talents will be recognized.

Your ministry will grow and flourish.

Your business will thrive.

For our God is a God of increase. He multiplies what He places in our hands when we acknowledge and use it. But if we do nothing with the gifts He’s entrusted to us, Scripture warns that even what we have will be taken away.

Stop making excuses. Focus on what is given to you, put it to work, and glorify God through it.

If you are breathing and in your right mind, God is waiting for you to act and respond to the gifts and talents He has placed within you.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, thank You for the gifts and talents You’ve placed in my hands. Help me to be faithful in using them for Your glory. Teach me diligence, discipline, and humility as I labor in Your purpose. May all that I do bear fruit that honors You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

He Shall Make You Great

May God make you like Ephraim and Manasseh. In this way Israel made Ephraim greater than Manasseh.

Genesis 48:20

Joseph brought his two sons—the firstborn Manasseh and the younger son Ephraim—to his ill father Jacob, who was also known as Israel.

Jacob was very old, and though his eyes were dim, when he saw Joseph and his two sons, he found new strength and sat up in bed. Jacob had not seen Joseph for many years, nor had he witnessed the birth of Joseph’s sons, who were born in Egypt. His heart was overjoyed to see Joseph’s family. Out of that joy, Jacob took Ephraim and Manasseh as his own sons. In other words, these grandsons were adopted into Jacob’s family as if they were his own children.

These two sons were counted among the twelve tribes of Israel. Jacob proudly declared, “They are mine,” while reminding Joseph that any other children born to him would belong to Joseph alone. Then Jacob invited Joseph to bring his sons forward so that he could bless them before his death.

Joseph bowed before his father and carefully positioned his sons. He took Ephraim in his right hand and placed him toward Jacob’s left hand, and he took Manasseh in his left hand and placed him before Jacob’s right hand. Joseph arranged them this way so that Jacob’s right hand—the hand of greater blessing—would naturally rest upon the firstborn, Manasseh.

But Jacob had a different plan. He crossed his hands, placing his right hand on Ephraim, the younger, and his left on Manasseh. He then pronounced his blessing on Ephraim recorded in Genesis 48:15. Joseph was troubled by this sight and tried to correct his father, urging him to bless the firstborn properly. But Jacob refused and replied that he knew exactly what he was doing. However he blessed Manasseh also, but gave Ephraim the greater blessing, declaring that the younger brother would surpass the older.

Joseph the earthly father himself was not pleased to see his younger son receive the blessing of the firstborn, but it delighted the heavenly Father to make the younger greater than the older.

Yahweh highly favored Ephraim and crossed over the order of the firstborn to make him great. And in later days, even when Ephraim’s descendants were unfaithful, God’s love crossed over in mercy, crying out in Hosea 11:8, “How can I give you up, O Ephraim?”

This story shows us how God’s grace goes beyond what we deserve. “He has mercy on whomever He wills.” (Romans 9:18)

The Word of God reminds us that His grace is not limited. He can lift you from the pit and place you on the mountaintop. He can choose the smallest clan and make it into a great nation.

The eyes that once saw you as the least—God will cross over to make you great. The blessing on your life is not by luck or chance, but by the intentional hand of God. He is fully aware of the work He is doing in your life. You are on God’s mind, and His blueprint carries both you and your family.

The Lord’s hand will cross over every obstacle, every hindrance, to bless the least, the oppressed, the ignored, and the rejected.

Like Joseph, even if others try to push you aside or deny you your blessing, the Lord’s right hand will rest on you.

Ephraim received grace when his earthly father’s hands were crossed. And through the cross of Jesus Christ, our heavenly Father has given us even greater grace.

Receive King Jesus into your heart, and you too will receive grace and abundance for your life.

Prayer

Lord, I thank You that Your hand crosses over to bless me, even when others try to set me aside. Thank You that Your favor is intentional, and Your grace is greater than my qualifications, my past, or my place in life. Place Your right hand upon me and my family, and let Your blessing flow through every area of our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

The Voice of The Blood of Jesus

“…and to Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel.” Hebrews 12:24 ESV

We are a generation that lived through a great pandemic. For many of us who did not even understand how the human body works, there was one word that echoed everywhere during those days—oxygen. Wherever we turned, all we saw was suffering, and all we heard was talk about oxygen levels, oxygen cylinders, and the desperate need for one gasp of breath.

Now we understand how essential oxygen is for breathing, and how the blood plays a crucial role in carrying it throughout the body. This means that the flow of blood is directly connected to the breath of life. Blood itself has life-giving power. Though it makes up only about 8% of our body, it must continually flow within us for us to live in health.

Not many people are willing to donate their blood, but the Bible speaks of a true Friend who gave not just a portion, but all of His blood for us.

“Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends.”

John 15:13 ESV

Friends hold a special place in our lives—especially for those of us who live far away from our home country. From weddings to funerals, friends stand with us and support us, becoming family for life. But the Bible tells us of a Friend unlike any other—Jesus Christ—who laid down His life for us.

At about 33 years old, this healthy man from Bethlehem willingly allowed Himself to be mocked, bruised, beaten, nailed, and crucified. He poured out all His blood—His very life—to fulfill God’s law. This extreme act of love was done so that we could be brought near to Him and secured with Him forever in eternity.

In Genesis 4:10–12, God confronted Cain after he killed his brother out of jealousy:

“The voice of your brother’s blood is crying to me from the ground.”

The innocent blood of Abel cried out for judgment.But the blood of Jesus speaks something greater:

But the blood of Jesus speaks something greater:

“…and to Jesus, the mediator of a new covenant, and to the sprinkled blood that speaks a better word than the blood of Abel.” Hebrews 12:24 ESV

The voice of Abel’s blood cried out for vengeance. The voice of Jesus’ blood cries out for forgiveness, mercy, and reconciliation with the Father.

When His blood was shed, the temple veil was torn in two:

“And behold, the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. And the earth shook, and the rocks were split.”Matthew 27:51 ESV

The blood of Jesus cries out for our freedom from sin, and our deliverance from the power of darkness. It silences every accusation the enemy raises against us:

“…having forgiven us all our trespasses, by canceling the record of debt that stood against us with its legal demands. This he set aside, nailing it to the cross.”Colossians 2:13–14 ESV

The Israelites experienced the power of blood during the first Passover. God instructed them to apply the blood of a spotless lamb to the doorposts of their homes. When the angel of death passed through Egypt, every house covered by the blood was spared, while the firstborn of Egypt perished (Exodus 12:23).

Jesus Christ is our Passover Lamb. When we remain under His blood covering, the enemy cannot touch our families, our health, our finances, or anything that belongs to us.

The blood of Jesus is our safe haven. Let the voice of His blood be louder in our lives than the voices of condemnation, vengeance, or suffering. His blood gives life—and life abundantly.

“And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony Revelation 12:11 ESV

The only weapon we can fully trust to overcome the enemy and defend ourselves is the precious blood of Jesus Christ.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, we thank You for the precious blood of Jesus Christ. Lord, let the voice of His blood speak louder than every voice of accusation, fear, or condemnation in our lives. Cover our families, our health, and everything that concerns us under the blood of the Lamb. In Jesus’ mighty name we pray, Amen.

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Daily Christian Devotion

Believe and Be Free

When Jesus saw that the crowd of onlookers was growing, he rebuked the evil spirit. ‘Listen, you spirit that makes this boy unable to hear and speak,’ he said. ‘I command you to come out of this child and never enter him again!’”

— Mark 9:25 NLT

One day, the Jewish leaders were arguing with the crowd. When they saw Jesus, they all ran up to Him and greeted Him. Jesus asked the crowd, “What is this argument about?” One man responded, saying that his son was possessed by a spirit that had made him mute since childhood. Whenever the spirit seized him, it tormented him physically, often throwing him into fire or water to destroy him. The father pleaded with Jesus to have compassion on them—“if you can.”

Jesus quickly replied, “Anything is possible if you believe.” The man cried out, “I believe! Help my unbelief!” Then Jesus rebuked the spirit that made the boy unable to hear and speak, commanding it to come out and never enter him again. The spirit screamed, threw the boy into another violent convulsion, and left him. Jesus then took the boy by the hand and helped him stand on his feet.

Earlier, the boy had been brought to Jesus’ disciples, but they could not cast out the demon. When they asked why, Jesus explained that certain kinds can only be driven out by prayer and fasting.

The Word of God encourages us that Jesus is here to cast out every spirit that has been tormenting us for a long time. The enemy works hard to keep us powerless by making us voiceless. He does not always appear in scary clothes with horns and sharp teeth—sometimes he comes dressed in designer clothes, looking beautiful /handsome, carrying a fancy job title, coming from a respected family, or even from our own family, appearing as a friend, a believer, or a neighbor.

The first thing the oppressor seeks to do is to silence us, preventing us from speaking out. When we are muted, he overpowers us and throws us under his control. He uses weapons like shame, fear, and loss to keep us silent—so he can keep causing chaos in our lives. When we go through this silent torment, unable to express ourselves, our bad attitudes and behaviors often surface as the overflow of our emotional suffering.

Many times, we cannot help ourselves. To others, we may simply become a topic of gossip, a matter to talk about. That is why our inner circle matters most. When we cannot believe for our own deliverance, like the father believing for his son, God places people around us to believe, pray, and plead on our behalf. The Bible also calls us to do the same—to stand in the gap and intercede for those who are helpless and voiceless.

The father only complained that his son was mute, but Jesus not only opened his mouth—He also opened his ears. This shows us that Jesus knew being deaf to the Word of God leads to losing the power to speak. Therefore, in His deliverance, He restores us completely—spirit, soul, and body.

So be alert, be vigilant, and stay rooted in fasting and prayer. The enemy comes only to steal, kill, and destroy—but the Good News is this: Jesus has come to give us life, and life in abundance (John 10:10). He loves us so much that He willingly gave up His Spirit so we could walk in freedom.

May the Lord open deaf ears to hear His voice and loosen mute tongues to speak. Even in times of exhaustion and humiliation, Jesus will hold your hand, lift you up, and help you stand on your feet again.

Believe in Him and accept the free gift of freedom. God will turn the story of your muteness into a lasting memory of deliverance.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, thank You for being the One who silences the enemy and opens our mouths to speak. Where we have been muted by fear, shame, or oppression, set us free today. Hold our hand, lift us up, and let our lives become a testimony of Your deliverance. In Your mighty name, Amen.

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Give It All To Him

8th Sep 2025

James 1:2–4 (ESV)

“Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full effect, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.”

In a time of severe famine, when food and water were scarcely available, God still had a plan to feed His people. He instructed the prophet Elijah to go and live in the village of Zarephath, assuring him that a widow there would provide for him.

As Elijah entered the city gate, he saw a widow gathering sticks. He asked her for some water, and as she went to get it, he also asked for a piece of bread. The widow explained her desperate condition—she had only a handful of flour in a jar and a little oil in a jug. She was preparing a final meal for herself and her son, after which they expected to die.

Elijah told her, “Make a small loaf for me first, and then make some for yourself and your son. For the Lord says: The flour will not be used up, and the jar of oil will not run dry until He sends rain on the earth.” She obeyed, and as God promised, the flour and oil never ran out. They ate and were satisfied for many days.

It is striking that God chose this particular widow to sustain Elijah during famine. The Lord could have sent him to a wealthy home with plenty stored away, but instead He went to a house where there was no man to provide, no field to work, and nothing left for tomorrow. In those days, widows often survived only on the kindness of others. Yet God chose her home to reveal His power.

This widow believed she and her son would die after their last meal. Yet God asked her to give to a stranger from her very little. Humanly speaking, it sounds unreasonable—almost impossible. But when she obeyed, she discovered that her little became endless in the hands of God.

This shows us something powerful: God often selects people for blessing long before they realize it. He saw this woman in her hopelessness, her affliction, and her insecurity, and He set her apart for a miracle. The same is true for us. God may send someone into your life with a genuine need—or someone who tests your patience, time, and resources—so that through the stretching, His goodness and provision are unveiled.

What Elijah asked of the widow may have sounded ruthless, but it was the doorway to her breakthrough. Not everyone who enters your life comes with bad intentions. Some are sent by God so that through the pressing and the breaking, you will begin to produce fresh oil. We are handpicked, tested, and tried so that we may be made complete in Him.

This widow, in her darkest moment, chose to believe the promise of God. She obeyed and gave her last portion, and in return, she saw an overflowing blessing. God delights in blessing those who surrender everything to Him. He asked for her “nothing” so He could give her “more than enough.”

Give to God—even the least you have—and you will see His faithfulness take its full course in your life.

As promised, you will lack nothing:

1 Kings 17:14 (ESV)

“‘The jar of flour shall not be spent, and the jug of oil shall not be empty, until the day that the Lord sends rain upon the earth.’”

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You that even in seasons of famine, You are the God of abundance. Strengthen our faith to give, to serve, and to trust You fully, so that we may see Your overflowing provision and goodness in our lives. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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