Pastor Stephen Dedman

For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways.
‭‭Psalms‬ ‭91‬:‭11‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
What fear or uncertainty do you need to place into God’s hands today?

Context
Psalm 91 is a psalm of protection, confidence, and trust in God. It paints the picture of a believer resting under the shadow of the Almighty, secure in His care even in dangerous and uncertain times. God is actively watching over His children and commands His angels concerning them. This does not mean believers will never face difficulty, but it does mean we are never abandoned or outside the reach of God’s care.

Application
There are times when fear tries to overwhelm us. Fear about the future, our family, our health, or situations we cannot control. Psalm 91:11 encourages us to remember that God is already a step ahead of us. He is guarding, guiding, and protecting us in ways we may never understand.

When you walk into a difficult situation today, you will not walk in it alone. God’s presence goes before you. Instead of allowing anxiety to control your thoughts, choose to trust the One who watches over every step you take.

Truth For The Day
God’s protection is constant and His presence is always near.

Pray
Lord, thank You for watching over my life. In moments of fear and uncertainty, help me to trust in Your protection and care. Remind me that I am never alone because You are with me wherever I go. Give me peace today knowing that You are guiding my steps and holding me securely in Your hands. In Jesus’ name, amen.

He has shown you, O man, what is good; And what does the Lord require of you But to do justly, To love mercy, And to walk humbly with your God?
‭‭Micah‬ ‭6‬:‭8‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Does your daily life reflect the kind of heart God desires?

Context
The Book of Micah was written during a time when God’s people had become outwardly religious but inwardly distant from Him. They continued offering sacrifices and performing rituals, yet their hearts were far from obedience. Through the prophet Micah, God makes it clear that He is not merely looking for religious activity, He desires transformed lives.

Application
People often wonder what God truly wants from them. Is it more church attendance? More activity? More accomplishments? While those things can have value, Micah 6:8 simplifies God’s desire into three powerful instructions: Do justly, Love mercy, and Walk humbly with God.

To do justly means we live with integrity and treat people rightly. Our faith should shape the way we speak, lead, work, and respond to others.

To love mercy means we don’t just tolerate grace, we delight in giving it. Mercy reflects the heart of God. In a world that is harsh and unforgiving, believers are called to show compassion.

To walk humbly with your God means we recognize our dependence on Him daily. Humility is not weakness, it is surrender. It’s understanding that we need God in every area of our lives.

God never intended faith to be merely something we practice on Sundays. He desires a relationship that changes how we live every day.

Truth for Today
God is not just interested in religious actions, He desires a heart that walks closely with Him.

Pray
Lord, help me to live the way You have called me to live. Teach me to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with You every day. Let my faith be more than words or routines, let it transform my heart and actions. Shape me into a reflection of Your character so that others may see You through my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”
‭‭Matthew‬ ‭5‬:‭16‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Question
Where in your daily life is God calling you to shine more boldly for Him?

Context
In Gospel of Matthew chapter 5, Jesus is delivering the Sermon on the Mount. It’s a foundational teaching on what it looks like to live as a citizen of God’s kingdom. Just before this verse, He calls His followers “the light of the world.” This wasn’t just poetic language; it was a calling. In a world marked by spiritual darkness, believers are meant to reflect the character, truth, and love of God in visible ways.

Application
Your life is constantly communicating something. The way you speak, serve, forgive, and respond under pressure either reflects light or blends with the darkness. You don’t have to manufacture the light. God has already placed it within you. Your responsibility is to let it shine.

Jesus is not telling us to draw attention to ourselves, but to live in such a way that our lives point beyond us and to the Father. When you live this way, people don’t just see you they begin to see God at work in you.

Truth For The Day
Your life is a reflection either revealing God’s glory or hiding it. Choose to shine.

Pray
Lord, thank You for placing Your light within me. Help me not to hide it out of fear, pride, or distraction. Give me the courage to live in a way that reflects Your goodness in every situation. Let my words, actions, and attitudes point others to You. May my life bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.