Day 338 · December 4
A devotional for today
Today’s readings
- Old Testament: DANIEL 11:36-12:13
- New Testament: 1 JOHN 4:1-21
- Psalm: PSALM 123:1-4
- Proverb: PROVERBS 29:2-4
Old Testament
Daniel’s final vision looks through terrible conflict toward resurrection, judgment, and God’s final deliverance. History is moving somewhere.
New Testament
John tells us to test the spirits, confess Jesus Christ, and live in God’s love. Perfect love drives out fear because God loved us first.
Psalm
The psalmist lifts his eyes to the Lord and waits for mercy like a servant watching the master’s hand. Proverb Summary Righteous leadership brings joy; corrupt leadership damages a people. Discover Jesus Jesus is the Son sent by the Father to be the Savior of the world. Because He loved us first, we can love without being ruled by fear. Reflect What fear needs to be placed under the love of Christ? Fellowship Share one way God’s love has steadied you during uncertainty.
Prayer
Father, thank You for sending Your Son. Teach me to live in Your love instead of fear. Amen.
Live
Lift your eyes to God before reacting to what frightens you.