Oct 20, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “Stamp of Approval” by Beatrice Jean-Baptiste. The key verse is Colossians 3:17: “Whatever you do, in word or in deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father, through him.” Colossians 3:17: The main idea of Colossians 3:17 is that believers should perform every action and speak every word under the authority and character of Jesus Christ, while maintaining a heart of gratitude toward God the Father. Whatever you do, in word or in deed, applies to every part of life, including how you talk, work, rest, and treat others. Giving thanks to God the Father through him means every action should be accompanied by sincere gratitude to God, recognizing that all things are done through connection to Christ. The question that should haunt all of us is, what would you do if today was our last day on Earth? What would we do and say? If we are anticipating an eternity with God, we might reflect on our lives and think about all we wanted to use our words and actions for our final 24 hours to point others to Christ. Now, think: if today weren’t our last day? Would we still live in God’s gratitude? In the rat race of life, and always on the go, we don’t stop and reflect on what really matters. We miss opportunities to live in gratitude. In Colossians 3:17, the Apostle Paul encourages his readers to live a Christ-centered life rooted in gratitude toward God. He makes no separation between sacred and secular when we are instructed to do all things in the name of Jesus. Therefore, our actions should fall under the approval and Lordship of Jesus. Living under the authority of Christ is an act of gratitude to God. Reflections for us (you): Do our lives have Jesus’ stamp of approval? Would we change anything about our lives if we knew today was our last day on earth? How would gratitude color our lives if today were our last day? This is my response, which might differ from yours: I would ask God to keep my words and actions Christ-centered and show that everything I do demonstrates the extent of my gratitude toward Christ. A personal prayer for us: Heavenly God, please keep our words and actions Christ-centered. May everything we do show the extent of our gratitude toward You. In Jesus' name we pray, Amen. Parts taken from Ami Hendrickson’s devotion, titled “Wherever You Go”, dated 10/19/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348). nbsp;

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Oct 19, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “Wherever You Go” by Ami Hendrickson. The key verse is Joshua 1:9: “Haven’t I commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Don’t be afraid. Don’t be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9: The main idea of Joshua 1:9 is that God is the sovereign Creator and loving Shepherd, and humans belong entirely to Him. The verse's core truths are God’s Sovereignty and Deity. The Lord is the one true God who created humanity. Because God made humanity, people belong to Him as His personal possession. Believers are likened to sheep in a pasture, which highlights their complete reliance on God for guidance, provision, and protection rather than self-reliance. The Bible records shepherding as early as the first family. Abel, Adam and Eve’s son, kept the flocks. As we know, sheep were very valuable. They provided food, clothes, drink, and a vital part of sacrifice. Jesus called Himself the shepherd. He knows we tend to wander into unsafe territory and forget He is there. Like sheep, we can forget about which way to go. We can stumble into life’s ditches and forget to call on Him. God (Jesus) is still pursuing, picking us up, listening to our prayers, and sending angelic warriors on our behalf; He is still providing for our needs. To conclude, the God (Jesus) of all creation still desires to spend time caring for us, and we have very little to offer Him. We are really blessed to be His flock. Reflections for us (you): What command is God giving you? What is your response? This is my response, which might differ from yours: I believe God has commanded me to spread His word through my online ministry. I don’t know the size of my ministry, but I believe it is growing as God wants it to. I am not afraid, and the world does not make me want to hide away. God will give me the courage to succeed. God saw my potential, and I resolve to live for Him always. A personal prayer for us: Dear God, we are often afraid. Sometimes this world makes us want to hide away. But we know that when You call us to Your service, You will give us the strength and courage to succeed. Thank You for seeing our potential. We resolve to live for You always. We pray in Jesus’ name, Amen. Parts taken from Ami Hendrickson’s devotion, titled “Wherever You Go”, dated 10/19/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348).

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Oct 15, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “God Really Listens to Your Prayers” by Pastor Ken. The key verse is Mark 11:24: “Therefore I tell you, all things whatever you pray and ask for, believe that you have received them, and you shall have them.” Mark 11:24: The main idea of Mark 11:24 is that persistent, confident faith in God is central to prayer, requiring believers to trust that God hears and answers them even before physical proof is seen. The key interpretations and context are faith over doubt, unwavering trust in God’s character and power without skepticism or hesitation. Alignment with God’s will. Mark 11:24 is a promise Jesus made that we can hold on to. This promise puts all of God’s unlimited power at humanity’s disposal. We should not take it lightly. When we are in trouble and cry to God, He will hear us. If we make our request known to Him, He will hear us. God listens to every word on our hearts and on our lips. Even when we down, sit, walk, stand, or crouch in fear, God hears us. To conclude, the Bible promises that God answers every prayer. No one else might hear our prayers, but God will. Nothing can drown out our voices from our heavenly Father. Reflections for us (you): What do you want to be, to have, to accomplish? Will you give your dreams and goals to God fully confidence that He will help you beyond your imagination? This is my response, which might differ from yours: God’s Word has nourished me through Scripture and prayer. God’s Word is truly a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. A personal prayer for us: Dear God, thank You for always hearing and answering our prayers. Help us to pray with faith and with sincere hearts to be like You. We believe; help our unbeliefs. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen. Parts taken from Pastor Ken’s devotion, titled “God Really Listens to Your Prayers,” dated 10/15/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348).

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Oct 14, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “Feasting on God’s Word” by Heather Tietz. The key verse is Nehemiah 8:8: “They read the book, in the law of God, distinctively; and they gave the sense, so that they understood the reading.” Nehemiah 8:8: The main point is that reading the Scripture alone is not enough; God’s word must be clearly explained and translated so that people can truly understand it and apply it to their lives. Clear Reading: Ezra and the Levites read the Book of the Law of God aloud and clearly to the assembled community. Interpretation: They explained the meaning so that the people who lost their language while in Babylonian captivity could grasp what was being said. The ultimate goal was understanding and Comprehension, leading to emotional, life-changing obedience. Nehemiah 8 starts on the Feast of Trumpets (Rosh Hashanah). This took place beside the temple, so all had space to stand. The priests read the law of Moses in the common language. They had no idea that they were breaking God’s law for years. Once aware, they wept, repentant and ashamed. The question is: does God’s word move you? Have we thought about what reprimands or missions God’s word holds for us each time we read His Word? To conclude, God’s Word offers something each time we open it. Let’s not miss out on the opportunity to feast and grow spiritually stronger. Reflections for us (you): What are some ways that God’s Word has nourished you?? This is my response, which might differ from yours: God’s Word has nourished me through Scripture and prayer. God’s Word is truly a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. A personal prayer for us: Dear God, thank You for telling us what You expect of us. We sing with the Psalmist that “Your Word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.” (Psalm 119:105). Help us to clearly understand the instruction You give us. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen. Parts taken from Heather Tietz’s devotion, titled “Feasting on God’s Word,” dated 10/14/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348).

Oct 12, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “So Be It” by Darla Noble. The key verse is 2 Corinthians 1:19-20: “For the son of God, Jesus Christ, who was preached among you by us-by me, Silvanus, and Timonthy-was not ‘Yes and No,’ but in him is ‘Yes.’ for however many are the promises of God, in him is the ‘Yes.’ Therefore, also thorough him is the ‘Amen’, to the glory of God through us.” 2 Corinthians 1:19-20: The core message of 2 Corinthians 1:19-20 is that all of God’s promises are completely fulfilled and confirmed as an unwavering “Yes” in Jesus Christ. The apostle Paul along with Silvanus and Tomothy, reminds the Corinthians that Jesus Christ is not ambiguous, contrary, or unreliable “yes or no”, but is permanently and faithfully “Yes”. No matter how many promises God has made throughout scripture, they find their ultimate realization, validity, certainty inside a person’s reunion with Jesus Christ. Because God answers every promise with definite “Yes” through Christ, believers respond with an affirmative “Amen” directed back at God, bringing Him glory. The word “Amen” means so be it or lit it be as stated. If we end our prayers with the word Amen, we are promising or committing ourselves to do things we’ve promised to do. Amen confirms our desire to have God work in our lives and those we pray for. Jesus promises to never leave us to handle things on our own. He also promised He would love us forever. Jesus’ death was the payment for our sins and He promised would come back to us who have been faithful and obedient to take us heaven. To conclude, Jesus is the Keeper of all promises. The only promise He has not kept is his return, but He will keep that one. Reflections for us (you): Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection is God’s ultimate promise to us. How will you let Him keep that promise in your life? This is my response, which might differ from yours: I would make sure my promises I make to Jesus are kept. I will thank Him for being faithful to His promises. I know Jesus is the God of the “yes.” and I want His glory to shine through me. A personal prayer for us: Dear Jesus, thank You for being faithful to Your promises. As today’s verse remind us: You are the God of the “yes.” Please help us to live up to our “amens.” We long for Your glory to shine through us. In Your precious name we pray, Amen. Parts taken from Darla Noble’s devotion, titled “So Be It,” dated 10/13/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348).

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Oct 12, 2026 I always pray that God prepares my heart before I read and summarize God’s word. Today’s Devotion is from Our Daily Inspirations App, titled “God’s Ultrasound” by Heather Tietz. The key verse is Psalm 139:16: “Your eyes saw my body. In your book they were all written, the days that were ordained for me, when as yet there were none of them.” Psalm 139:16: The core message of Psalm 139:16 is that God possesses intimate, personal knowledge of every human life from the very beginning, sovereignly designing and recording each person’s days before they even happen. God’s Divine Omniscience sees and knows us before we are physically formed, long before birth. (God’s) purpose and intention is that every human life has a deliberate design and value. (God’s) Sovereignty Over Time expresses that every person’s lifespan and moments are known and written out in God’s care. Comfort and understanding are that believers find reassurance in knowing they are completely seen, known, and loved by God. Knowing a child’s gender was a mystery. Then in 1957 Doctor Ian Donald discovered that sound waves used in shipyards can be used in a doctor’s office to create an image of the fetus. However, the baby’s talents and interests, learning abilities, and temperaments are still unknown until the child is born. If life surprises or shocks us, we can rest in God’s arms and trust that He has a plan for each of us, if only we believe. Reflections for us (you): What significant event in life shocked you? Have you let God help you work through it? This is my response, which might differ from yours: The most significant event in our lives was our daughter’s attempted suicide, death from COVID and the loss of our potential grandchild. We let God help us work through it. We came out of this more blessed and stronger. Who knows, someday it might help us help someone else. A personal prayer for us: Dear Lord, thank You for seeing us as we truly are, flaws and all. Nothing we do can surprise You. Thank You for calling us Your children. We pray in Jesus’ name, Amen. Parts taken from Heather Tietz’s devotion, titled “God’s Ultrasound,” dated 10/12/26, from the Bible Inspirations APP 4.13.1 (348).