Redeeming Today
Saturday, March 28
Hebrews 3:13 (NKJV)
“But exhort one another daily, while it is called “Today,” lest any of you be hardened through the deceitfulness of sin.”
Devotion
Do what needs to be done “today,” not tomorrow. Help someone. Encourage others. Pray, intercede, and give to those in need. Do what you need to do now. Write that book. Give up that toxic relationship. Follow Jesus with all your heart, mind, soul, and strength. Walk daily with God. Eat God’s Word daily and be nourished. Deny yourself, take up your cross daily, and follow Jesus. Obey the gentle promptings of the Holy Spirit.
We all have 24 hours each day. What we do with our time should always align with the plans and purposes God has set in our hearts. “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” (Jeremiah 29:11) This is why we need to “redeem today” and make the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. “And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart. Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (Galatians 6:9-10 NKJV)
As long as there is “today,” we need to do good to others and reach one more soul for Jesus. It doesn’t matter how small or insignificant it may seem; as we trust and obey God, even our mustard seed of faith can grow, and He is able to multiply our resources and talents to have a significant impact where it is needed. We serve a God of miracles. His timing is always perfect, and the time to act is now — TODAY!
We can never change what happened yesterday. We cannot keep beating ourselves up for the things we should have done better in the past. Neither should we worry about the future. Forgive yourself; God has forgiven you if you have asked Him to. Today, tell your loved ones about Jesus. Tell people how good God is. Do not wait. Do not hesitate. Do not tarry.
“Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:19-20) Amen.
Today's Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
Thank You, Lord, for today. Thank You, Lord, that You have given us 24 hours to accomplish the tasks we need to complete. Thank You for reminding us to redeem the time, not to tarry, and to be intentional in all our relationships and undertakings. May all that we do be pleasing to You and bring glory to Your name. Lead us in Your everlasting way and guide our daily walk with You. We surrender all to You, Lord. Let our hands be Your hands, our feet Your feet, and our lips Your lips—to heal, to comfort, and to encourage others today. In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.
Apply It Today
Tell others about Jesus today. “Speak to one another in psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs—singing and making music in your heart to the Lord! Always give thanks to God the Father of everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Reach one more soul for Jesus!
Resources
Invite Someone to Easter at Free Chapel! Join us for a weekend full of fun activities for the whole family, with the life-changing message of salvation at the heart of it all. Don’t celebrate alone—bring a friend and experience Easter together! Learn more at freechapel.org/events