Devotions - Daily Inspirer

November

Christ our refuge

“Then the Lord said to Joshua: “Tell the Israelites to designate the cities of refuge, as I instructed you through Moses, so that anyone who... Read More...

One thing you lack

"Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have... Read More...

In Christ alone is salvation

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. For he... Read More...

The sinner who repents

"But if you warn righteous people not to sin and they listen to you and do not sin, they will live, and you will have saved yourself, too.”(NLT)... Read More...

Will all good people be saved?

Many times we have heard people say, "God will save all good people." This implies that there are good people in all churches who will be saved. It... Read More...

Winning Our Spiritual Warfare

“Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.” (NIV) 1 Peter 5:8 As... Read More...

Spiritual Warfare

“For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and... Read More...

Saved for good works

“We are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works"(NIV) Ephesians 2:10 Bible reading: Ephesians 2: 1-10 Once, we were dead in our... Read More...

Sustaining grace for difficult times

"But he said to me “my grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” …. "(NIV) 2 Corinthians 12:9 More frequently, I... Read More...

Abusing God's Grace

"What shall we say then? Shall we continue in sin, that grace may abound? [2] God forbid. How shall we, that are dead to sin, live any longer... Read More...

You can never go wrong with kindness

“Then Abram said, “Look, You have given me no offspring; indeed one born in my house is my heir!” And behold, the word of the LORD came to... Read More...

Overwriting - the godly approach

"Let all bitterness, wrath, anger, clamor, and evil speaking be put away from you, with all malice. And be kind to one another, tenderhearted,... Read More...

Effects of unforgiveness on the human body

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (NIV) Colossians... Read More...

True forgiveness

“Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.” (NIV) Colossians... Read More...

We have forgiveness

"For my way of carrying a load is easy and my load is not heavy" (NLV) Matthew 11:30 God in his divine wisdom created all humans differently but we... Read More...

Freedom from forgiveness

“Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the... Read More...

Forgiveness without Repentance?

“If your brother or sister sins against you, rebuke them; and if they repent, forgive them. Even if they sin against you seven times in a day and... Read More...

The joy of forgiveness

"You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives."(NIV) Genesis 50: 20 There... Read More...

My debt of forgiveness

“Owe no one anything except to love one another, for he who loves another has fulfilled the law" (NKJV) Romans 13:8 In today’s devotional, we... Read More...

Dare to be on God's side?

Christians are charged to live up to the very stature of the Lord Jesus. Just as the hymnist clearly exclaimed, “O to be like Thee Blessed... Read More...

The evil of unforgiveness

“Let all bitterness, and wrath, and anger, and clamour, and evil speaking, be put away from you, with all malice” (KJV) Ephesians 4:31... Read More...

A Peaceful Life

“These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the... Read More...

The principle of purity- Part 2

In my thirty years of being a Christian, I have observed a number of different methods of presenting the Gospel to the lost. The brotherhood... Read More...

The principle of purity- Part 1

Purity is a principle that receives tremendous emphasis throughout the New Testament. As one man said, “Christianity is not the world made just a... Read More...

When we fall short

“If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” (NIV) 1 John 1:9... Read More...

Who needs forgiveness?

“There is no one righteous, not even one; …there is no one who seeks God” (NIV) Romans 3:10-11 England's historic Coventry Cathedral was... Read More...

Forgiveness ensures survival

“I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called... Read More...

Forgive me Lord for...

"and forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors."(NIV) Matthew 6:12 The Lord's model prayer is contained in four verses in the... Read More...

The smoke signal for God's grace

For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD," plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. (NIV)... Read More...

For you have been saved by grace, not of works

“You must warn each other every day while it is still today, so that none of you will be deceived by sin and hardened against God. For if we are... Read More...

December

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good

“Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Give thanks to the God of gods. His faithful love endures forever.... Read More...

Never take His goodness for granted

“The blessing of the Lord makes one rich, And He adds no sorrow with it." (NKJV) Proverbs 10:22 Growing up as a boy, a bottle of soda meant a... Read More...

I will enter His gates

“Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise! Give thanks to him; bless his name! ”(ESV) Psalms 100:4 Beloved, this year has... Read More...

The best of appreciation

But what do you think? A man had two sons, and he came to the first and said, ‘Son, go, work today in my vineyard.’ He answered and said, ‘I... Read More...

Say a prayer of thanksgiving

"... As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance … “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other... Read More...

Life, the uncountable gift of God

“Thanks be to God for His indescribable gift!” (NIV) 2 Cor 9:15 Since God created man from the soil (Genesis 2:7), the soil’s attraction for... Read More...

Heritage in Christ

"Furthermore, because we are united with Christ, we have received an inheritance from God, for he chose us in advance, and he makes everything work... Read More...

Inventory taking

In my desperation, I will sing His praise "Aliens have devoured his strength, but he does not know it; yes, gray hairs are here and there on him, yet... Read More...

Home alone for the holiday

While we usually think of this time of year as a time of being with family and friends, a time of great joy, the fact is for many, it is one of the... Read More...

No "Goodbye"

“After saying this, he was taken up into a cloud while they were watching, and they could no longer see him” (NIV) Acts 1:9 It is interesting... Read More...

Holiday blues

It’s that time of year again—crowds of shoppers invade the mall, family and friends gather, logs crackling in the fireplace, pumpkin pie, warm... Read More...

Never forget the Gift

All of us have a special gift that we remember getting. It may not be the cost. It may not be special because we needed it. It is oftentimes special... Read More...

Developing an attitude of thanksgiving and gratitude

Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus (NLT) 1 Thessalonians 5:18 A trip through the Bible... Read More...

The victory song

“…You are my hiding place, you protect me from trouble. You surround me with songs of victory” (NLT) Psalm 32:7 Bible readings: Psalm 18,... Read More...

Peace or a piece?

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives..." (NIV) John 14:27 John 6:15 states that the followers of... Read More...

From problems to praises

"Early the next morning Jacob took the stone he had placed under his head and set it up as a pillar and poured oil on top of it. " (NIV) Genesis... Read More...

In my desperation, I will sing His praise

Sing praise to the LORD enthroned in Zion. Proclaim among the nations what He has done. (NIV) Psalm 9:11 In my desperation, I will sing His praise.... Read More...

Give thanks as much as you ask

“give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus” (NIV) I Thess 5:18 The story is told of a man who... Read More...

Ungratefulness

"All the Israelites grumbled against Moses and Aaron, and the whole assembly said to them, “If we had died in Egypt! Or in this desert! Why is the... Read More...

Appreciation

“Giving thanks always for all things to God the Father in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” (NIV) Eph. 5:20 Ingratitude to God is a deadly sin... Read More...

Our God is alive

“But the Lord is the true God; he is the living God, the eternal King. When he is angry, the earth trembles; the nations cannot endure his... Read More...

This is God’s will for you!

"Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus."(NLT) 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Every time I study... Read More...

Taking God personal

“And if it seems evil to you to serve the Lord, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served... Read More...

Praising God

"And at midnight Paul and Silas prayed, and sang praises unto God: and the prisoners heard them. And suddenly there was a great earthquake, so that... Read More...

He can do it

"Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you." (NIV) Jer. 32:17... Read More...

Give God thanks!

"... As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance … “Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other... Read More...

Thank you, faithful God

"Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the LORD is good and his love endures... Read More...

I have a reason to be grateful

"Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus" (NLT) 1Thessalonians 5:18 Having understood the... Read More...

The act of thanksgiving

“Do not be anxious about anything but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your request to God.” Philippians... Read More...

Thanksgiving through worship

"Let us come into his presence with thanksgiving; let us make a joyful noise to him with songs of praise!"(ESV) Psalms 95:2 Bible reading: Psalm... Read More...

Be thankful to Him

“Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, And into His courts with praise. Be thankful to Him, and bless His name. For the LORD is good; His mercy... Read More...

January

Walk in a New Life

“You were taught, with regard to your former way of life, to put off your old self, which is being corrupted by its deceitful desires; to be made... Read More...

Start Right, Continue Right

"The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the... Read More...

Get out of your comfort zone!

Joshua 1, Jonah 1 When a snail is poked in the eyes, it recoils into its shell. When a millipede is disturbed, it winds up. Such is the human... Read More...

God-led: The gate of the year

“For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God.” (NIV) Romans 8:14 At the beginning of a year like this, it is only... Read More...

Seek first the kingdom and live righteously

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need” (NLT) Matthew 6:33 Christ Jesus, in His... Read More...

Cheered for the Finish (Part Two)

“So cheer each other up with the hope you have. Build each other up. In fact, that's what you are doing.” (NIRV) 1 Thessalonians 5:11 In our... Read More...

Cheered for the Finish (Part One)

“So cheer each other up with the hope you have. Build each other up. In fact, that's what you are doing.” (NIRV) 1 Thessalonians 5:11 As the... Read More...

The year 2025

“Has not my hand made all these things, and so they came into being?” declares the Lord. “These are the ones I look on with favor: those who... Read More...

Be willing to change

“Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to... Read More...

Living a day at a time

Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a... Read More...

Remember the God of the beginning

“In the beginning God…” (NIV) Genesis 1:1 Many people have wondered about the source of their strengths and favours. Today I am only... Read More...

He shall direct our paths

"Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths"... Read More...

A Controlled Life

“A man without self-control is like a city broken into and left without walls” (NIV) Prov. 25:28. There are so many factors that ensure a system... Read More...

Remain in Him

"Remain in me, as I also remain in you. No branch can bear fruit by itself; it must remain in the vine. Neither can you bear fruit unless you remain... Read More...

The battle of the mind, the reservoir of the heart

“And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and... Read More...

Walk with God

"Altogether, Enoch lived a total of 365 years. Enoch walked faithfully with God; then he was no more, because God took him away.” (NIV) (Gen.... Read More...

Walking in the Spirit

“In your anger do not sin”: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry (NIV) Ephesians 4:26. God from creation has been in constant... Read More...

This is God’s will for you!

"Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus."(NLT) 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Every time I study... Read More...

Transformation through renewal of mind

"Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn... Read More...

Non-conformism – An accessory of the renewed mindset

“Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will... Read More...

A controlled mind

"A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." (NIV) Proverbs 15:1 Anger and wrath are one of the world’s most noticeable... Read More...

Set your mind on the things on high

"But turning and seeing his disciples, he rebuked Peter and said, “Get behind me, Satan! For you are not setting your mind on the things of God,... Read More...

Gird up the loins of your mind

“Therefore, gird up the loins of your mind. Be sober and hope to the end for the grace that is to be brought to you at the revelation of Jesus... Read More...

Fresh start

"But he who is joined with all the living has hope, for a living dog is better than a dead lion " (NASB) Ecclesiastes 9:4 Many people, at the... Read More...

A message of hope

“This is what the Lord says, when seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will come to you and fulfill my gracious promise to bring you back to... Read More...

New Direction

"May the Lord make your love increase and overflow for each other and for everyone else, just as ours does for you" (NIV) 1 Thess. 3:12 All living... Read More...

God wants full custody

"But dear brothers, you are not in the dark about these things, and you won’t be surprised as by a thief when that day of the Lord comes." (NLT) 1... Read More...

As a man thinketh – A Sequel to Growing Your Mindset

“Get all the advice and instruction you can, so you will be wise the rest of your life" (NLT) Proverbs 19:20 Benjamin Barber, an eminent... Read More...

Growing your mindset

“Instead, let the Spirit renew your thoughts and attitudes” (NLT) Ephesians 4:23 I have returned to the subject of mindset because of its... Read More...

Just come and see for yourself

“Philip went to look for Nathanael and told him, ‘We have found the Messiah—the very person Moses and the prophets wrote about! His name is... Read More...

Walking in the Path of Blessing

“Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight... Read More...