Day 253 · September 10

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: ISAIAH 6:1-7:25
• New Testament: 2 CORINTHIANS 11:16-33
• Psalm: PSALM 54:1-7
• Proverb: PROVERBS 23:1-3

Old Testament

Isaiah sees the LORD high and holy, confesses his uncleanness, receives cleansing, and is sent. Then God gives the sign of Immanuel: God with us.

New Testament

Paul's 'boasting' becomes a list of suffering and weakness. True ministry is not measured by comfort or image but by faithfulness.

Psalm

David calls on God when enemies surround him and trusts the Lord as his helper.

Proverb

Self-control matters even at a ruler's table; appetite can quietly master us.

Discover

Isaiah's vision exposes our sin, but cleansing comes from God. The promise of Immanuel moves the story toward Jesus - God with us - who makes unclean people fit for God's presence.

Reflect

When God's holiness exposes something in me, do I hide or confess?

Fellowship

What does Paul's weakness teach us about the difference between appearance and faithfulness?

Prayer

Holy Jesus, cleanse me, send me, and teach me to trust Your presence more than my strength. Amen.

Live

Answer God's 'Whom shall I send?' with one willing act of service.