Rich's Three Bible Verses For Today

This is Follow Jesus Radio, encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Rich's Three Bible Verses For Today.

Luke 17:10 NIV

"So you also, when you have done everything you were told to do, should say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done our duty.’ ”

1 Corinthians 9:16 

"For when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, since I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel!"

1 Timothy 1:12 

"I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me trustworthy, appointing me to his service."

Let's pray: Father in heaven, my desire is to follow Your Son, Jesus Christ, today. Help me to feed on His word in the Bible and live according to His teachings. Help me to see what You have for me to do in His service today, and give me the grace to carry out His will. Amen.

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Stay Focused On Jesus

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Stay Focused On Jesus.

2 John 1:8 (NIV): "Watch out that you do not lose what we have worked for, but that you may be rewarded fully."

In our journey of faith, it’s essential to remain vigilant and committed to serving Jesus. This verse from 2 John reminds us of the importance of perseverance in our spiritual walk and the rewards that await us.

The call to "watch out" emphasizes the need for awareness in our spiritual lives. We must be mindful of distractions that can lead us away from our purpose.

The verse highlights that our efforts in serving Christ are not in vain. God sees our labor, and there is a promise of full reward for those who remain steadfast.

Serving Jesus is not just about the tasks we perform; it’s about our heart posture. When we serve with love and dedication, we align ourselves with God’s will.

1 Corinthians 15:58 "Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."

As you go about your day, remember the importance of staying focused on your service to Jesus. Let this verse encourage you to remain diligent, knowing that your efforts are seen and rewarded by God.

Let's pray. "Lord, I praise You for Your goodness and the eternal rewards You offer to those who serve You. I confess that I sometimes lose focus on my service to You. Forgive me for those moments of distraction. Thank You for the opportunities to serve You and for the work You have accomplished through me. Help me to stay alert and committed to the work You have called me to, so that I may receive the full reward."

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Your Divine Purpose

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Your Divine Purpose.

For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb.- Psalm 139:13 (NIV)

As we reflect on this beautiful verse, we are reminded of the intimate and intentional way God created each one of us. The imagery of God knitting us together in our mother’s womb speaks to His deep involvement in our lives from the very beginning. 

Think about the word "knit." When someone knits, they take individual strands of yarn and weave them together to create something unique and beautiful. In the same way, God has woven together our personalities, our gifts, and our purpose. Each of us is a masterpiece, designed with care and intention.

Now, consider the purpose behind this creation. God did not just create us to exist; He created us to be in relationship with Him. As followers of Jesus, we are called to live out that relationship daily. Ephesians 2:10 tells us, "For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do." 

This means that our very being is crafted for a purpose—to follow Jesus and to reflect His love in the world. Just as God knows us intimately, He also knows the plans He has for us. 

As you go about your day, remember that you are fearfully and wonderfully made (Psalm 139:14). Embrace your identity as a follower of Christ, knowing that you were created with a divine purpose.

That's it for this podcast. Follow Jesus Radio is here 24 hours a day to encourage you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow Him daily. Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.

*Our Father in the Secret Place

This is Follow Jesus Radio encouraging you to have faith in Jesus Christ and follow him daily. The title of this devotional thought is: Our Father in the Secret Place.

In Matthew 6:6, Jesus says, “But you, when you pray, go into your room, and when you have shut your door, pray to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.”

What a gift this is. Jesus teaches us that when we pray, we are not speaking into the air, and we are not trying to impress people with spiritual words. We are coming to our Father. That is the language Jesus gives His followers. He introduces us to God not as a distant force, but as Father.

Through Jesus, we are brought near. Because of His life, death, and resurrection, those who trust in Him are welcomed into a real relationship with God. We do not need to invent impressive titles or chase some deeper spiritual formula. Jesus teaches us something beautifully simple and personal: call on your Father.

That means prayer is not about performance. It is about nearness. It is about a child of God coming before the Father who sees, knows, and cares. In the quiet place, behind the closed door, your Father is there. He sees the tears no one else sees. He hears the prayers no one else hears. He knows what His children need.

So today, do not overcomplicate prayer. Come to God through Jesus and speak to Him as Father. The Son has made the Father known, and because of Jesus, the secret place is not empty. Your Father is there.

That's it for this podcast.Remember, Jesus loves you and is just a prayer away.