Daily Devotional

Scripture 2 Corinthians 13:11 Finally, brethren, farewell. Become complete. Be of good comfort, be of one mind, live in peace; and the God of love and peace will be with you.

Observation: There are things we need to do to be at peace. We can’t be anxious, unloving, have scattered thoughts, not be in communion with God and expect to be at peace. Our peace comes from God so we need to be focused on Him doing His will for our life because only God can give us peace and knowing God’s will, will make us complete.

Application: My mind wanders often and when it wanders away from God, I find myself anxious and lost. I need to stay focused on why I’m here, and I’m not here for me, but I’m a servant of God. I need God with me all of the time, I need His love and peace so that I may share it with others.

Prayer Good morning, Lord I look forward to spending the day with you again. Be with me, guide me and use me to do your will. Put me in the path of someone that needs to hear from you today and may you enjoy your day with me today.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 12:9 And He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore most gladly I will rather boast in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.

Observation: I tell others that I still suffer from depression and I believe that is God’s will for me. I’m able to control it through prayer and God has given me a calming spirit. I believe God doesn’t take it away so that I need to stay near and that I still can relate to those I speak to that are suffering from it. It is also a great reminder that God’s grace is sufficient no matter what I’m going through. I know He loves me, He’s in control of my life and this place isn’t my home I have a home with Him forever.

Application: I need to stay focused on my Lord and my purpose here. No matter what might come my way I need to know I have all I need in Christ. God will guide me through any storm I just need to follow him and receive his amazing grace.

Prayer Dear Lord be with me today as I walk. Give me the knowledge and wisdom to do what is of you. I receive your grace in my life and may I show that grace to others in your name.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 11:14 And no wonder! For Satan himself transforms himself into an angel of light.

Observation: Paul was discussing false teachers as he spoke to the church. Today there are so many and they twist the word of God the way they desire. They come as Satan did as an angel of light preaching the word, but it’s not the word of God. We can’t depend on pastors and ministers for our knowledge we need to get in the word of God and discover for ourselves what God is telling us. When the time comes, we will not have excuses why we didn’t obey His word He gave to us personally.

Application: There are so many subtle changes some make to the word. Today a brother wrote a text arguing that there are no rewards we can earn for heaven, even though Jesus spoke of them frequently. We can all agree to disagree and we’ll all find out at the end of this life, but I want to get my answers through prayer and God’s word.

Prayer My Lord help me study your word each day. Please take away any distractions and put on my heart what you want me to learn. I want to be ready when you come for me and be that faithful servant you require me to be.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 10:17 But “he who glories, let him glory in the LORD.”

Observation: One of my problems is taking credit for something God has done. I would always seek praise and try to build myself up and now as I walk with my prayer shirt people come to me to talk and pray and the purpose is to guide others to Christ. Our only job here is to glorify God to others so that they may see and believe.

Application: I need to stay humble during my walks and remind myself why I’m out there. God has allowed me to walk and talk to his children and my desire is to be grateful of this opportunity. I need to stay humble yet loving to others as I walk pointing others to my Lord. I love sharing my testimony on how God saved me and I need to find more opportunities to do that.

Prayer My Lord guide me today to those you desire me to speak to. Give me the strength to finish my walk today reminding me that I’m there only because you desire it so. Keep me humble and that my words today will glorify you.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 9:7 So let each one give as he purposes in his heart, not grudgingly or of necessity; for God loves a cheerful giver.

Observation: Before Jesus entered my life I didn’t give anyone anything. I was very selfish with my money and time. That was one of the first things the Holy Spirit did in me was to give me a giving heart. Since then, I’ve been faithful to give and that giving has brought me joy and no matter what I go through God makes sure my needs are met.

Application: I need to seek the needs of others besides my own. Even though I’m retired and living on Social Security I need to find a way to help others. I’m using the extra time God has given me to bless others each day and when I can I give with a cheerful heart.

Prayer My Lord show me how to use all that you have given me to help others in your name. Bless me today as I walk along to be there for someone who needs you.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 8:4 imploring us with much urgency that we would receive the gift and the fellowship of the ministering to the saints.

Observation: We as Christians are the saints described in the bible. The gifts that were given was to help fellow Christians who made up the church. Paul went through the cities and the people gave freely so that their fellow Christians would not be in need. Giving our money to others is one of the greatest acts of faith we can do since it is so hard for us to let go.

Application: God has provided for all of my needs and then some. I need to be able to part with some of my money to help others. Currently I give to an organization called Hidden Treasures that help stop child trafficking and the San Diego Rescue mission that help those in need in the area. I must still be able to freely give to those I see as I walk along and give them a hand up and be the light God has called me to be.

Prayer Dear Lord thank you for taking care of me and my family. Show me how I can use what You have already given me to help others in need. I’m not here to only take care of my needs but the needs of others as well.

Scripture 2 Corinthians 7:10 For godly sorrow produces repentance leading to salvation, not to be regretted; but the sorrow of the world produces death.

Observation: Most of my life I dealt with the sorrows of this world living in self-pity. My thoughts were full of gloom and doom and I wasn’t able to shake the misery. Now if I feel sorrowful it’s because I’ve done something wrong towards God and when I realize it, I can repent, learn and start anew. I need direction in my life and God is willing to direct me.

Application: I need to stay focused on my Lord and what He desires for me. If I get off track and do something against Him, I need that reminder to ask forgiveness and turn from that way to get back where God wants to lead me. I’ll never be perfect or even close but each day is a day to be better.

Prayer My Lord thank you for your continuous grace and guidance in my life. Guide me this day to stay on the course you have chosen for me and that I will be obedient to all you call me to do. I love you and want to be the best for you.