Category: Encouragement

that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give to you the spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of Him,
‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭1‬:‭17‬

In this passage, Paul offers a prayer for the believers, expressing his desire that they would receive spiritual insight and revelation from God. He addresses God as the Father of glory, highlighting His majesty and sovereignty. Paul’s prayer underscores the importance of deepening one’s knowledge of God, not merely in an intellectual sense but through a profound spiritual understanding facilitated by the Holy Spirit.

Our journey of faith involves more than just knowing about God; it’s about knowing God intimately. Paul’s prayer serves as a reminder of the necessity of spiritual wisdom and revelation in our lives. We are called to seek a deeper understanding of who God is, His character, His will, and His purposes for our lives.

We are to pray to be filled with the Spirit of wisdom and revelation. This prayer is not merely for knowledge sake but for transformation. It’s about allowing the Holy Spirit to illuminate our hearts and minds, enabling us to perceive spiritual truths and apply them to our daily lives.

Pray

Lord, thank You for being the source of all wisdom and knowledge. I come before You, longing for a deeper understanding of who You are and Your plans for me. Grant me the spirit of wisdom and revelation, that I may know You more intimately. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Behold, I am the Lord , the God of all flesh. Is there anything too hard for Me?
Jeremiah 32:27

In Jeremiah 32:27, we find the prophet Jeremiah delivering a powerful message from God to the people of Israel. The context of this verse is during a challenging time when the Babylonians were about to conquer Jerusalem. Despite the imminent destruction and captivity, God reassures His people through Jeremiah that He is the Lord, the God of all flesh. The question posed, “Is there anything too hard for Me?” is a rhetorical question, emphasizing God’s sovereignty even in the face of seemingly insurmountable circumstances.

In our lives, we often encounter situations that seem out of our control, filled with challenges and uncertainties. Just as God spoke through Jeremiah to the Israelites, He speaks to us today, reminding us of His power and presence. The verse encourages us to trust in God’s ability to handle any circumstance, no matter how difficult it may seem.

We can find peace and strength in surrendering our concerns to God. This verse challenges us to shift our focus from the size of our problems to the greatness of our God. It calls us to live with faith and confidence, knowing that nothing is too hard for Him.

Pray

Lord, I come before You with gratitude for Your presence and power. In moments of uncertainty and difficulty, help me to anchor my faith in Your promises. Grant me the wisdom to trust in Your sovereignty and the courage to surrender my concerns to You. In Jesus’ name, amen.

Jesus said to them, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me, and to finish His work.”
‭‭John‬ ‭4:34‬

What is your top priority today? What is the most important thing you plan to do today? 

Whatever it is, it has your attention and your focus. Your focus becomes your priority and your priority becomes what you do. 

Throughout the Gospels we can read and understand the focus and priorities of Jesus.  We also see the priorities of His disciples.  Jesus was more concerned with the spiritual needs of people and the disciples were most concerned with their physical needs.  

Many examples throughout the gospels prove that Jesus’ focus was on people knowing and believing Him. Everything Jesus did pointed people to God. The disciples were learning from Jesus what the most important priorities should be. 

In the beginning verses of John 4, Jesus met with a Samaritan woman at the well.  The disciples left to go get some food and came back to give some to Jesus.  When they asked him to eat He said these words, “My food is to do the will of God and to do His work.”  Again while Jesus’ mind was on spiritual matters the disciples were thinking about feeding the flesh.  Jesus was giving the woman at the well eternal life while the disciples were more interested in being fed and satisfying themselves. 

Jesus entrusts us to do His work.  We are the hands and feet of Jesus and need to be concerned with the spiritual needs of others as much as we are trying to meet their physical needs.  Sometimes we neglect sharing the truth with those who need it and concentrate on making sure they have something to eat.  

We should always make sure that we are giving the “bread of life” to those who are lost and hungry.  Giving someone something to eat and not offering them Jesus is missing out on a great opportunity to witness.  We need to be about our Lord’s business and make new disciples.

Pray

Lord, send someone in my direction and allow me time to share the truth of Jesus Christ with them. Let my priorities prove that my love for you is authentic. Help me to focus on serving You. In Jesus’ name, amen.