Month: July 2026

Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day for you and me is a gift, so let’s cherish it.

This is the day that the Lord has made—never forget that. Regardless of what you face this morning, this afternoon, or this evening, today is a gift from God. Let us cherish it and live it with gratitude.

I remember my school days when there were teachers whose classes we dreaded attending. Instead of making learning easier, they made it more difficult. Rather than helping us understand, they added to our frustration. Some of us even lost interest in their subjects, and unfortunately, that affected our results.

Growing up, I believed that every teacher genuinely wanted what was best for their students. Sadly, we know that this is not always true in the world we live in today.

But here is the good news:

We have a teacher who gives us rest in a restless world.

Matthew 11:29 (EASY)
“Do what I teach you to do. Listen to my message and learn from me what is true. I am very kind and I do not make myself important. I will help you. Then you will have peace in your mind.”

Jesus is not only our Savior—He is also our Teacher.

Sometimes we celebrate what Christ has done for us while forgetting what He is still doing in us. He didn’t simply come to save us from sin; He came to teach us how to live.

He invites us to learn from Him because He knows the truth. In fact, He is the Truth (John 14:6).

Jesus wants to remove the burdens we carry, but His desire goes even further. He teaches us how to live so that we don’t pick up new burdens after laying the old ones at His feet.

How often do we pray, surrender our worries to God, and then leave only to carry another burden through fear, anxiety, unforgiveness, or disobedience?

This leads us to an important question:

Are we doing what Jesus is teaching us to do?

Many of us enjoy listening to sermons, reading devotionals, and hearing God’s Word. But listening alone is not enough. The peace Jesus promises is connected to obedience.

Notice how Jesus describes Himself. He says that he is kind and humble. He is not harsh, intimidating, or proud. He teaches with compassion and patience. Unlike the teachers who discouraged us, Jesus never teaches to condemn us. He teaches to transform us.

And then He gives us a beautiful promise:

“Then you will have peace in your mind.”

How many people today are searching for peace of mind? Many pursue it through success, entertainment, relationships, or possessions. Yet Jesus offers a different path.

The formula is simple:

Listen to Him. Learn from Him. Do what He teaches.

Peace is not merely the absence of problems—it is the presence of Christ guiding your life.

Application

Take a few moments today to reflect on what Jesus has been teaching you recently through His Word.

Ask yourself:

• Is there an instruction from Jesus that I have heard but have not yet obeyed?
• Have I laid my burdens before Him, or have I picked them up again?
• Am I learning from Christ daily, or only turning to Him when life becomes difficult?

Today, choose to be more than a listener. Be a learner and a doer of Christ’s teaching. As you follow His example of humility, kindness, and obedience, you will discover the peace that only the greatest Teacher can give.

Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!

Good day, good people! This is the day that the Lord has made; never forget that. Regardless of what you face in the morning, afternoon, or evening, this day for you and me is a gift, so let’s cherish it.

One interesting observation about human nature is that studies suggest the average person tells several lies each day. Some are significant (“I’ve never cheated on you!”), while others are what we call “white lies” (“That dress looks fine”), often told to avoid uncomfortable situations or to spare someone’s feelings. Regardless of the intention, a lie is still a lie.

Today, however, I want us to consider another form of deception: the deception that comes through information.

We live in an age where information is more accessible than ever before. Every day someone claims to have the “secret to success,” the “hidden formula,” or the “1% information” that will change your life. Social media, podcasts, books, and videos constantly compete for our attention, each claiming to possess the answers we need.

While information itself is not the problem, we must be careful not to mistake information for truth. Information can educate us, but it can also mislead us when it is disconnected from Christ.

That is why today’s encouragement is simple:

Christ holds everything—even the hidden things.

When Christ becomes your point of verification, deception loses its power over you. Instead of accepting every new idea that comes your way, you measure it against the wisdom found in Him.

Colossians 2:3 (Amplified)
“In whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge [regarding the word and purposes of God].”

Notice that Scripture says all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge are hidden in Christ. God has not scattered His wisdom across countless sources for us to chase endlessly. He has placed it in His Son.

This is one of the greatest reasons we are called to pursue Christ. There are treasures hidden in Him—wisdom, knowledge, and understanding. These treasures are not automatically ours simply because we call ourselves Christians. They are treasures, and treasures must be sought.

The more we seek Christ, the more He shapes our thinking, our decisions, and our character.

Many believers ask, “How do I stand out? How do I make a difference?” The answer is not merely by accumulating more information. It is by obtaining the wisdom that comes from Christ.

This principle extends beyond our Christian walk. A doctor may possess extensive medical knowledge yet continue living in ways that damage their own health. Such a person has knowledge of medicine but has not fully embraced wisdom. Wisdom is the ability to live according to truth, not merely to know it.

Knowledge informs us.

Wisdom transforms us.

And both are found in Christ.

Application

Today, before accepting any advice, trend, teaching, or opinion, ask yourself these questions:

• Does this align with the character and teachings of Christ?
• Am I pursuing information more than I am pursuing Jesus?
• Is this producing godly wisdom or merely increasing my knowledge?

Spend time with Christ today through His Word and prayer. As you seek Him, ask Him not only to increase your knowledge but also to fill you with wisdom and understanding. In a world overflowing with information, those who are rooted in Christ will not be easily deceived, because they have found the One in whom all true treasures are hidden.

Prayer: Abba, Father, we thank you in Jesus’ name. Ameni!