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Today’s Daily Bible Verse: There is Only One God

June 24, 2025

Deuteronomy chapter 12 verse 32:
What thing soever I command you, observe to do it: thou shalt not add thereto, nor diminish from it.

Verse Context:

This verse comes at the end of a larger passage in which God warns His people against imitating the pagan worship practices of the nations they are to dispossess (see Deuteronomy chapter 12 verse 30). God had just commanded them to destroy the altars, groves, and images of false gods (see verse 3), and then firmly insisted that worship was to take place only in the way He prescribed, not by inventing new rituals or mixing in cultural trends.

Moses then seals this warning with a thunderous charge: “Observe to do it!” The Hebrew word here for observe is “shamar” (שָׁמַר), meaning to guard, watch closely, or keep diligently. This is no passive suggestion. It is a command to actively and carefully carry out God’s revealed instructions—nothing more and nothing less.

The second half of the verse uses legal language:

  • “Thou shalt not add thereto”: meaning do not create additional rules, traditions, or spiritual ideas that God did not give.
  • “Nor diminish from it”: meaning do not water down, ignore, or omit any part of His command.

This same command is echoed in Proverbs chapter 30 verse 6:
“Add thou not unto his words, lest he reprove thee, and thou be found a liar.”

And again in Revelation chapter 22 verses 18–19, where it applies to the entire prophetic message of Scripture.

This verse ultimately teaches the supremacy and sufficiency of God’s Word. There is one God, one truth, one standard, and one way to worship, and that way is not up for revision.

Broader Context:

Author: Moses, speaking under divine inspiration as the mediator of God’s covenant with Israel.
Time Period: Circa 1406 B.C., as Israel was preparing to enter the Promised Land.
Audience: The second generation of Israelites after the Exodus, who had not experienced Mount Sinai firsthand.
Setting: On the plains of Moab, just before crossing the Jordan River.

The Book of Deuteronomy is Moses’ final sermon series to Israel. In chapter 12, he begins the section known as the Deuteronomic Code: a covenantal restatement of how the Israelites are to live, worship, and govern themselves once they enter Canaan.

Deuteronomy chapter 12 particularly emphasizes God’s exclusive claim to worship, Destruction of idolatry, Centralized worship at the place God chooses (eventually Jerusalem). Strict obedience to His commands, without innovation or deviation

This chapter and verse is especially vital in today’s era where man-centered religion is increasingly normalized. People want to “customize” their Christianity, adding rituals, embracing ideologies God condemns, or subtracting anything that offends the flesh.

But Deuteronomy chapter 12 verse 32 lays it bare: You don’t have the authority to edit God.

Application:

Appreciating God’s Greatness:

This verse exalts God’s absolute authority. He alone sets the terms of worship, morality, and truth. He does not ask for input. He is not a consultant. He is the LORD. And it is His mercy that He gives us commands at all. Instead of leaving us blind, He gives us light. Instead of letting us destroy ourselves, He gives us a way to live that leads to blessing, peace, and eternal life. His Word is perfect, complete, and unchangeable.

For the Believer:

You must watch your life and doctrine closely (compare to First Timothy chapter 4 verse 16). Do not add to God’s commands by inventing personal convictions that He never required. And do not subtract from them just because culture finds them offensive.

Many believers today are unknowingly practicing “designer faith”: a form of Christianity edited to match personal comfort or social acceptance. This is disobedience cloaked in convenience.

Call to Action:
Return to the Word. Examine your worship, your doctrine, your lifestyle. Ask:

  • Am I obeying God fully, or just partially?
  • Have I added human traditions or personal opinions to God’s commands?
  • Have I omitted anything God told me to do, like sharing the Gospel, honoring biblical gender roles, or speaking truth in love?

If so, repent, and recommit to full obedience.

For the Unbeliever:

You cannot create your own spiritual path and expect it to lead to Heaven. God has already revealed the only way: through faith in Jesus Christ (John chapter 14 verse 6: “I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by me.”)

Any attempt to earn salvation through good works, self-made religion, or spiritual philosophies is rebellion. Salvation comes by grace through faith, but it is only given to those who receive the truth of God’s Word.

Today, submit yourself to the one true God. Stop rewriting the rules. Stop editing His commands. Believe the Gospel and obey His voice.

Final Encouragement:

The Word of God does not evolve, and truth does not bend. Our calling is not to reshape God’s commandments, but to honor them, live by them, and teach them without compromise. True freedom is not in self-rule, but in obedient worship of the one true God.

Prayer:

Heavenly Father,
We bow before You today as the One True God. Forgive us for every time we’ve tried to add to or take away from Your holy Word. Keep us from self-made religion, from cultural compromise, and from the pride that whispers we know better than You. Give us hearts that tremble at Your Word, and minds that cling to Your commands. Strengthen us to walk in obedience, even when it costs us everything. Teach us to worship You in spirit and in truth. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

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Today’s Daily Bible Verse: Without God, We are Lost

June 17, 2025

Romans chapter 8 verse 9: But ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit, if so be that the Spirit of God dwell in you. Now if any man have not the Spirit of Christ, he is none of his.

VERSE CONTEXT

The Apostle Paul is the author of the Book of Romans, writing under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit to the believers in Rome, a diverse audience of Jewish and Gentile Christians living under Roman rule and dealing with both internal struggles and external persecution. Romans chapter 8 is one of the most powerful and theologically rich chapters in all of Scripture. It explores life in the Spirit versus life in the flesh, affirming that true Christian life is only possible by the indwelling of the Holy Ghost.

Paul is emphatically stating in Romans 8:9 that a person who claims to belong to Christ must have the Spirit of God dwelling within them. The Greek word used for dwell is “oikeō” (οἰκέω), meaning to live in, to inhabit permanently. This is not a passing influence or momentary feeling, this is full residence. If the Holy Spirit does not dwell within someone, Paul makes it crystal clear: that person is “none of his”, they do not belong to Christ.

This verse dismantles the false idea that moral people, religious people, or good people can live out the will of God apart from the Spirit. Man, by nature, is in the flesh, governed by sin, inclined toward pride, and unable to please God (see Romans 8:8: So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.). There is no exception, no bypassing this truth. The Holy Spirit is not optional for godliness, it is essential.

Commentator Charles Hodge (1797–1878, Presbyterian theologian) wrote, “To be without the Spirit is to be without Christ. And to be without Christ is to be without life.” That is the heart of this verse.

BROADER CONTEXT

Romans chapter 8 is the Spirit-filled crescendo of a multi-chapter argument Paul began back in chapter 5, where he contrasted Adam’s fall with Christ’s gift of righteousness. In chapters 6 and 7, Paul explained that believers are dead to sin and not under the law, but the struggle with the flesh remains. Romans 7 ends with Paul crying out, “O wretched man that I am! who shall deliver me from the body of this death?” (Romans 7:24). Chapter 8 answers that cry: only through the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus can we walk in freedom and righteousness.

The chapter begins with the declaration: “There is therefore now no condemnation to them which are in Christ Jesus…” (Romans 8:1), and it unfolds into a description of what that Spirit-led life looks like. Verse 9 is the turning point in Paul’s argument where he stops addressing general human nature and starts directly speaking to the believer, encouraging them: “Ye are not in the flesh, but in the Spirit.” But only if the Spirit of God truly lives in them.

This is not just a doctrinal checkpoint, it is a dividing line between true and false faith, between works-based religion and Spirit-empowered righteousness. The entire chapter pivots on the truth that only the Holy Spirit gives us life, peace, adoption as sons, hope in suffering, and ultimately, glorification.

APPLICATION

APPRECIATING GOD’S GREATNESS

This verse reminds us of the absolute necessity of God’s own presence to accomplish His will. He does not leave us to be holy on our own. What God requires, God provides through His Spirit. He does not merely call us to obedience, He empowers us to obey. That is the greatness of our God: He saves us, fills us, transforms us, and sustains us by His own indwelling Spirit. Dr. Voddie Baucham once explained that if man could be obedient without the Holy Spirit the we would not have needed Jesus. Why would Jesus have to leave His throne in heaven, come down to this sinful world, live a sinless life, be hated by his own creation, be beaten and murder on the torturous cross, be buried, and then resurrect himself so that we could be forgiven for the sin we have to power not to commit in the first place? Jesus came because we do not have the power to be sinless without the Holy Spirit.

FOR THE BELIEVER

The believer must not attempt to live the Christian life in their own strength. Our flesh is incapable of producing righteousness. This is why Paul says in Galatians chapter 3 verse 3: “Are ye so foolish? having begun in the Spirit, are ye now made perfect by the flesh?”

We must recognize that victory over sin, transformation of the mind, and the power to live for God are all the results of the Holy Spirit at work within us. Any effort to serve or honor God apart from the Spirit will end in frustration, burnout, and failure.

Call to Action:
If you are a believer, examine your walk. Are you relying on your effort, personality, or willpower, or are you walking in the Spirit? Seek God daily in prayer, asking Him to fill you, guide you, and control every part of your life. Confess your need for His help. Surrender. And then walk in the Spirit, and you will not fulfill the lust of the flesh (Galatians 5:16).

FOR THE UNBELIEVER

If you are trying to live a good life without the Spirit of God, this verse makes it plain: you do not belong to Christ. You may be religious, moral, generous, or spiritual, but without the Spirit of Christ, you are still “in the flesh,” and that means you are still under condemnation.

But the invitation is open: repent of your sins and believe the gospel. Jesus Christ died for your sins, rose from the grave, and offers you new life, not by reforming your behavior, but by filling you with His Spirit. You cannot save yourself. But Christ can, if you turn to Him.

FINAL ENCOURAGEMENT

You were never meant to do this alone. The Christian life is not a self-help program. It is not about being a better person, it is about being a new creation. And that new life can only begin and grow through the indwelling Holy Spirit. Let this verse encourage you: God has not left you in the flesh. If you are His, you are filled with His Spirit. And if you’re not yet His—He’s calling you now.

PRAYER

Father, we confess that without Your Spirit, we are powerless. Our efforts to be righteous on our own always fall short. We thank You for sending the Holy Spirit to dwell within those who believe, to empower us, comfort us, and transform us. Forgive us for the times we rely on our flesh. Help us to yield fully to the Spirit each day and to live in a way that glorifies You. And for those who do not yet know You, may this truth pierce their hearts and draw them into saving faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

CLOSING

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Today’s Daily Bible Verse: Who Does God Give Blessings to?

June 16, 2025

Proverbs chapter 10 verse 22:
The blessing of the LORD, it maketh rich, and he addeth no sorrow with it.

Verse Context

The Book of Proverbs, authored primarily by King Solomon is filled with practical wisdom for daily life, drawn from God’s eternal truth. Proverbs chapter 10 begins a series of short sayings that contrast the ways of the righteous and the wicked. In this verse, Solomon points to a specific kind of wealth, not just financial, but spiritual and emotional abundance, that can only come from the blessing of the LORD.

The Hebrew word translated “blessing” is berakah (בְּרָכָה, beh-rah-KAH), which refers to divine favor or benefit. To be blessed by God is to receive something from Him that brings peace, stability, and purpose. When Solomon says “it maketh rich,” he’s not limiting that to money. It includes a richness of life; joy, fulfillment, relationships, contentment, and eternal hope. And most importantly, He addeth no sorrow with it. Unlike worldly gain, which can bring anxiety, guilt, and destruction, God’s blessing brings peace with no hidden burden. The world may give you wealth and fame that ultimately destroys your soul, but when God gives, it uplifts and purifies.

This verse also teaches us something deeper: God’s blessings are not random acts of kindness. They are covenant-driven rewards for obedience, reverence, and relationship with Him. While the wicked may appear to prosper, their gain is often stained with sorrow. But for the righteous, every good gift is holy and sustaining.

Broader Context

Understanding what the Bible means when it talks about being “blessed” is essential. Many people believe blessings are merely material or circumstantial; health, money, a new job, a happy family. But scripture offers a much richer picture. God’s blessings are not limited to the physical. They are rooted in a relationship with Him.

Throughout scripture, God does indeed show kindness to all people. This is often referred to as common grace. In Matthew chapter 5 verse 45, Jesus teaches: “For he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.” This means that even those who reject Him may still enjoy the warmth of the sun, the bounty of harvest, and the joy of family life. These are temporary, earthly blessings, not the spiritual, eternal blessings reserved for His people.

For those who are saved, redeemed through Christ, there is another category of blessing entirely. Ephesians chapter 1 verse 3 says: “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ.” These are blessings of adoption into God’s family, the indwelling Holy Spirit, divine wisdom, eternal inheritance, and peace with God. These do not belong to the unbeliever. He may show mercy for a time, but He withholds the covenantal blessings that belong to His people.

Application

Appreciating God’s Greatness

God’s blessings are never random; they are personal, purposeful, and perfect. He knows exactly what His children need and provides it in a way that brings joy and peace without regret. That is a mark of His goodness. Even when He blesses the unbelieving world with food or beauty or comfort, it is a sign of His long-suffering love, giving them more time to repent. And when He blesses His children, He does so with eternity in view.

For the Believer

You are blessed because you are His. Whether your bank account is full or empty, whether you feel strong or weak, you are under the blessing of the Lord if you belong to Christ. Do not measure your blessing by your circumstance. Measure it by your position in Christ. The world cannot take away what God has given you. Walk in gratitude. Trust that every hardship is filtered through His hand and every joy is a whisper of His love.

Call to Action:
Praise Him today for the spiritual blessings you often overlook. Salvation. Forgiveness. His Word. His Spirit. His promises. Rejoice that you are among the blessed who are heard when you pray. And never forget, He adds no sorrow to what He gives.

For the Unbeliever

If you’ve been living outside of God’s will, recognize that what you’re enjoying now, your health, your home, your success, is temporary. These are not proof that you are right with God. They are proof that He is merciful. But He desires to give you so much more. A new heart. A renewed mind. A cleansed soul. The kind of blessing that endures. But you must come to Him through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. Until you do, your prayers are hindered, your soul remains lost, and your blessings are fleeting.

Final Encouragement

Being blessed doesn’t mean being lucky or rich or happy for a moment. It means being right with God. It means receiving from Him what the world cannot give. The blessing of the LORD truly does make us rich, and He adds no sorrow with it.

Prayer

Lord God, thank You for being the Giver of true and lasting blessings. Thank You for blessing us with things far greater than gold or comfort. Thank You for hearing our prayers, for guiding our steps, and for granting us peace. Help us to walk in obedience so we remain under the covering of Your favor. And for those who have not yet believed, open their eyes to see that You long to bless them with life, not just now, but forever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Closing

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Today’s Bible Verse:

June 13, 2025

First Samuel chapter 15 verse 23:
For rebellion is as the sin of witchcraft, and stubbornness is as iniquity and idolatry. Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being king.

Verse Context

The prophet Samuel was God’s mouthpiece to Israel during the time of King Saul, the first monarch of Israel. Saul had been divinely appointed, but that appointment came with a condition: he was to rule under God’s authority, not his own. First Samuel chapter 15 marks the turning point in Saul’s story, the moment his heart fully turned away from obedience.

God commanded Saul to destroy the Amalekites entirely, a people known for their ruthless ambush of Israel during the Exodus (see Exodus 17:8-16). This was a divine judgment, not a personal vendetta. But Saul disobeyed. He spared King Agag (pronounced AY-gag) and the best of the animals. He even built a monument to himself afterward, a prideful celebration of his victory rather than a humble act of obedience to God.

When Samuel confronted him, Saul lied and shifted blame. He claimed the people kept the animals to “sacrifice unto the LORD,” a common excuse when people disobey under the mask of religion. Samuel’s famous rebuke followed in 1 Samuel 15:22-23, culminating in today’s verse: “Because thou hast rejected the word of the Lord, he hath also rejected thee from being king.” Here, Samuel equates rebellion with witchcraft, because both reject God’s authority. Stubbornness (also translated “insolence” or “arrogance”) is likened to idolatry, because it places one’s will above God’s. And that’s where Saul’s fate is sealed.

Broader Context

Saul’s story is tragic, not just because of his fall, but because of how close he came to greatness. In First Samuel chapter 10, God gave Saul another heart and even allowed him to prophesy. He had every opportunity to walk in righteousness. But over time, fear of people, pride in himself, and a refusal to wait on the Lord led to his downfall.

Earlier, in First Samuel chapter 13, Saul grew impatient when Samuel didn’t arrive on time, and he offered a burnt offering, something only a priest should do. That moment cost him the permanence of his dynasty (see 1 Samuel 13:13-14). By chapter 15, God removed him altogether:

“The Lord hath rent the kingdom of Israel from thee this day, and hath given it to a neighbour of thine, that is better than thou” (1 Samuel 15:28).

That “neighbor” was David, a man after God’s own heart.

Saul continued as king for years after his rejection, but without God’s presence. He became tormented by an evil spirit, obsessed with control, paranoid of David, and eventually even consulted a witch (1 Samuel 28), the very sin Samuel warned about in today’s verse.

He ended his life in despair, suicide, and defeat on the battlefield. The man who was once “little in his own sight” (1 Samuel 15:17) became consumed with himself. He would not draw near to God, even in his final hours.

Application

Appreciating God’s Greatness

God doesn’t just want our sacrifices, He wants our obedience. Saul’s story reveals a holy God who demands loyalty from the heart, not just outward displays. God gave Saul opportunities to repent, but Saul chose appearance over substance, excuses over truth, pride over surrender.

For the Believer

This story warns us about what happens when we harden our hearts during trials. Saul had moments of pressure, delayed prophets, strong enemies, people demanding answers, but rather than wait on the Lord or cry out to Him, Saul took matters into his own hands. Many of us have our trials, loss, heartache, and battles that bring despair. Many of us try to handle our chaos with our own hands, usually making that tragedy even worse. We draw closer to God for His wisdom and comfort. Saul did not do that here. The result was eternal death. Saul is in hell tormented daily. Do not add to the tragedy. Reach out, call out, cry out to God in your despair. King David sinned greatly. The difference is he knew who to cry out to in his sinfulness. The Lord is righteous. When He gives us a command, we are not at liberty to alter it to fit our preferences. He is the King, not us. We are not meant to carry our burdens alone. Trials are invitations to draw closer to God. We must not be like Saul, justifying our partial obedience or using religious language to excuse our sin. When God speaks clearly, He expects to be obeyed clearly.

Call to Action

Examine your heart today. Is there an area where you’re only half-obeying God? Have you justified compromise, perhaps thinking your intentions are good enough?

Draw close to Him. Don’t wait. God’s mercy is great, but continued rebellion can lead to devastating consequences. Choose repentance. Choose surrender. Choose obedience.

For the Unbeliever

Saul’s story shows what happens when someone has a form of godliness but denies its power (see 2 Timothy 3:5). You can be chosen, blessed, even used by God, and still be lost if your heart is not right. Saul never fully surrendered.

Jesus Christ calls you not to religion, but to relationship. It’s not enough to say “I believe in God” while living in rebellion. Salvation is found only in Christ, through confession, repentance, and full surrender to His Lordship.

Final Encouragement

When we go through trials, we either turn to God, or we turn from Him. There is no middle ground. Yesterday we saw how Judas withdrew and was destroyed, while Peter wept bitterly and was restored. Today we saw how Saul disobeyed, hardened his heart, and ended in ruin.

Tomorrow is never guaranteed. If God is speaking to you today, don’t delay. Obedience is better than sacrifice. Draw close to God, and He will draw close to you.

Prayer

Heavenly Father,
Thank You for the warning in Saul’s life. Help us to see where pride, fear, or self-justification have crept into our own hearts. Cleanse us from rebellion and give us hearts that obey You fully, not partially. In every trial, remind us that the safest place to run is into Your arms. Help us not to wait, not to justify, not to pretend—but to surrender. May we be like David, not Saul. And may we be found faithful, even when life is hard. In Jesus’ name we pray, amen.

Closing

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Shalom Shalom.

Today’s Daily Bible Verse:

June 11, 2025

Second Chronicles 15:7
Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded.

Verse Context:

This powerful word was spoken by the prophet Azariah to King Asa of Judah during a time of national instability and spiritual reform. God had sent Azariah with a message to encourage Asa as he sought to rid Judah of idolatry and restore true worship. The prophet reminded Asa that although others had forsaken the Lord and faced hardship, those who seek Him will find Him (see 2 Chronicles 15:2). The final word of the message is this verse, a divine reassurance to stay strong, keep working, and not give up.

In this verse, we find a timeless encouragement:
“Be ye strong therefore” — This is a direct call to courage and perseverance. In Hebrew, the word for “strong” here is chazaq (khah-ZAHK), which means to grow firm, to be resolute, to seize hold with confidence.


“Let not your hands be weak” — The phrase paints a picture of someone whose hands are drooping from exhaustion, whose arms are tired from labor. But God says: Do not let weariness cause you to stop. The work is not in vain.


“For your work shall be rewarded” — God promises that faithfulness, even when unseen by others, will be seen and rewarded by Him. In Hebrew, the word for “rewarded” is sakar (sah-KAHR), meaning wages, compensation, or divine repayment.

This verse is especially important for anyone in ministry, parenting, service, or spiritual battle. It declares: Your work matters. God sees it. Keep going.

Broader Context:

Second Chronicles 15 is a chapter of revival. Asa, the king of Judah, had courageously torn down idols and commanded the people to seek the Lord. His reforms faced opposition, and revival is never easy. But in the midst of this, the Lord sent Azariah to remind him that God is with those who are with Him (2 Chronicles 15:2). The chapter recounts Asa’s faithful response: he was strengthened by the prophecy, continued the work, and even entered into a covenant with the people to seek the LORD wholeheartedly.

The entire book of Second Chronicles was written for the post-exilic Jews returning from Babylon. Its purpose was to remind them—and us—that faithful obedience and wholehearted worship of the true God always brings His presence and blessing. This particular verse was meant to encourage weary hands to keep building, keep trusting, and keep walking with the Lord even when it’s hard.

Application:

Appreciating God’s Greatness:

This verse shows that God is not a passive observer but an active rewarder of those who do good in His name. He knows when you’re tired, discouraged, or tempted to quit. And He personally sends words of life; like this one, to strengthen you. It shows His grace, kindness, and intentional encouragement toward His people.

For the Believer:

Sometimes believers feel like their efforts are going unnoticed, whether it’s in ministry, family, prayer, or resisting temptation. But this verse is a heavenly reminder that God sees, and your spiritual persistence will be rewarded. The Lord doesn’t miss a single faithful step. When others forsake Him, when society chooses idols, when your hands tremble from exhaustion, you stay strong. He is watching, and He is working.

Call to Action:
Keep going. Don’t let weariness convince you to quit. Strengthen your hands through prayer, worship, and the Word. Keep teaching, keep parenting, keep serving, keep obeying, keep resisting sin, keep standing for truth. You are not working in vain. You are not fighting alone. Be strong therefore… for your work shall be rewarded.

For the Unbeliever:

To those who haven’t yet turned to the Lord, this verse shows that God rewards those who seek Him. But you cannot expect His reward without first seeking His righteousness. Stop striving for the world’s rewards. They will all pass away. God is calling you to something better; eternal life, peace, purpose, and a reward that cannot fade. But it starts with surrender and repentance. Today is the day to stop laboring for things that do not last and begin serving the One who does.

Final Encouragement:

If you’re tired today, if you’re holding onto faith while feeling like no one sees; God sees. He strengthens the weary. He honors the faithful. This is not the time to let your hands hang low. This is the time to grip the plow, stand in the gap, finish the race. Be strong… for your work shall be rewarded.

Prayer:

Father God, thank You for seeing our efforts even when no one else does. Thank You for the promise that our labor is not in vain. Strengthen the hands that are tired today. Renew courage in the hearts that feel like quitting. Fill us with resolve to press on, to trust You, and to continue doing what is right in Your sight. Help us to work as unto You and not unto man, and remind us each day that You are our rewarder. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.

Closing:

If you’ve found these daily verses encouraging, enlightening, or fruitful, please consider helping us spread the truth and light of God’s Word by subscribing to the blog and YouTube channels and liking and following the Facebook page. Most of all, share Believers of Biblical Truth and our links with others who may need the sermons and daily teachings just as much as we do.

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Shalom Shalom.