Day 308 Bible Readings - Proverbs 12:13-14 (ESV)

Ezekiel 4-6, Hebrews 5:11-14, Hebrews 6:1-12, Proverbs 12:8-17

Proverbs 12:13-14 (ESV)

“An evil man is ensnared by the transgression of his lips, but the righteous escapes from trouble. From the fruit of his mouth a man is satisfied with good, and the work of a man’s hand comes back to him.”

In Proverbs 12:13-14, Solomon reminds believers that a wise man speaks and acts following the Lord’s guidance and wisdom. A person who speaks in ways that harm and deceive is engaging in sinful behavior, which has consequences. Harmful speech leads to self-destruction. Solomon tells us that words have the power to destroy or build up, and a follower of Father-God needs to speak in a way that reflects the Lord’s wisdom and his laws. Words that don’t deceive or harm will allow a believer to avoid trouble. If our speech reflects the Lord’s wisdom, the power of our words will bring us good fortune. Our way of speaking can lead us to the Lord’s blessings or our own destruction. When you work hard following Father-God’s principles, rewards come back to you.

We need to be intentional with our words and actions because Solomon’s words tell us we will reap what we sow. Our words and actions need to reflect our commitment to God the Father and His principles. In my life, I have seen that even the smallest lie in speech has consequences. When I hide my true feelings because I don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings, I stop wanting to be with the person very much because my dishonesty has now become a barrier between myself and that person. I no longer feel comfortable around them, and our interactions decrease. I think of what the Lord would do in this instance, and I know He would be honest but in a kind way. The Lord would not put any barriers between Himself and His children. I know that if I modeled by words and actions more like Father-God, I am rewarded. When I don’t align my speech and actions to reflect the Lord’s love and wisdom to other people, I reap the consequences of challenges and troubles.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, whose wisdom can give you a life full of reward and blessings—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him in the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and stands ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 307 Bible Readings - Ezekiel 3:1-3 (ESV)

Ezekiel 1-3, Hebrews 4:14-16, Hebrews 5:1-10, Proverbs 12:1-7

“And he said to me, “Son of man, eat whatever you find here. Eat this scroll, and go, speak to the house of Israel.” So I opened my mouth, and he gave me this scroll to eat. 3 And he said to me, “Son of man, feed your belly with this scroll that I give you and fill your stomach with it.” Then I ate it, and it was in my mouth as sweet as honey.”

In Ezekiel 3:1-3, God the Father commanded the Old Testament prophet Ezekiel to eat the scroll given to him. Ezekiel obeyed and found that it tasted like honey. I love the metaphor of consuming the word of God the Father. When we take in the word of the Lord, we internalize Scripture, allowing it to change and transform us.

I admire Ezekiel’s obedience in following the Lord’s commands. He demonstrates the importance of fulfilling God’s mission for our lives. When he looked at the scroll, he saw it contained “words of lamentation and mourning and woe” (Ezekiel 2:10 ESV). These verses remind us that Father-God’s truth can often include tough messages, yet Ezekiel described them as sweet, saying that the word of the Lord is ultimately desirable. While the words of God the Father can be challenging, embracing them can bring us joy and satisfaction. They nourish and sustain our spiritual growth.

When I read and meditate on verses from the Bible, I am sometimes struck by the harshness of the truth in the Lord’s words. I feel convicted of sin and unworthy of God the Father’s love. But then I remember that Father-God is challenging me to grow in my understanding of His word and to deepen my relationship with Him. He asks me to internalize His words in my heart and mind, making them a part of me—not just something to read and remember. When I allow the words of God the Father to transform my heart and mind, I experience greater peace and calmness in my life. The word of the Lord can sustain us through challenging times and nourish our spiritual lives like food.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, whose words can bring you peace and nourishment—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him in the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and stands ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 306 Bible Readings – Joel 2:25-26 (ESV)

Joel 2:18-32, Joel 3, Hebrews 4:1-13, Proverbs 11:29-31

Joel 2:25-26 (ESV)

“I will restore to you the years that the swarming locust has eaten, the hopper, the destroyer, and the cutter, my great army, which I sent among you. “You shall eat in plenty and be satisfied, and praise the name of the Lord your God, who has dealt wondrously with you.”

In Joel 2:25-26, the Old Testament prophet speaks of Father-God's promise of restoration for His people. Even when we face judgment from the Lord, His judgment serves to fulfill His divine purposes. God the Father has control over all creation and can restore us to our former state after His discipline. Our Lord is a loving God, who promises to be faithful and provide for His people. His restoration will not only address our physical needs but also our emotional and spiritual needs. When God the Father restores us, we will offer Him our gratitude and worship.

These verses are often cited to encourage believers to trust in the promises of God the Father. In times of loss, I frequently find myself questioning where the Lord was and why He didn’t prevent the loss. I leaned on these verses to believe and hope that Father-God would one day restore and renew me. I discovered that the Lord was always present during my season of loss, and the promise of renewal and restoration was genuine. After each loss, I found myself in a better place than I had been before, having supernaturally regained everything I thought I had lost. If you are currently experiencing a season of loss, read these verses and remember that Father God's promises to His people are real and can come to fruition.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel compelled to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who promises restoration and renewal to His people in times of loss—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him in the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and stands ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.

Day 305 Bible Readings – Joel 2:12-13 (ESV)

Joel 1, Joel 2:1-17, Hebrews 3, Proverbs 11:19-28

Joel 2:12-13 (ESV)

“Yet even now,” declares the Lord, “return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; and rend your hearts and not your garments.” Return to the Lord your God, for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love; and he relents over disaster.”

In Joel 2:12-13, the Old Testament prophet delivers a message from God the Father to the people of Judah, who were suffering from repeated locust plagues that devastated their land. The Lord calls the people of Judah to repent for their wicked ways. Joel reminds them of God the Father's grace and compassion for His people. Because He loves them deeply, Father-God offers mercy and forgiveness, seeking reconciliation rather than punishment. The Lord gives His people many opportunities for repentance and is willing to relent from sending disaster because He desires their redemption.

These verses remind us that God the Father always extends an invitation for those who believe in Him to return. We can demonstrate our repentance by fasting, weeping, and mourning—by sincerely desiring in our hearts to return to Him. We must remember that Father-God is always ready to forgive and restore His children when we allow Him to transform us. The Lord wants to restore our relationship with Him because He is loving and forgiving.

When I read these verses, I am reminded that I can come back to the Lord, no matter how distant I feel from Him. It is wrong to think that God the Father will never forgive me. He is always willing to forgive because He desires a restored relationship with me, as long as I am willing to repent and transform my life. I know that I do not have to do it alone; I have the guidance of the Holy Spirit to help me return to the Lord.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel moved to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who loves you and always desires reconciliation—this could be your moment. Open your heart to Him, speak to Him in the following prayer, and express your trust in Him. Share your desire to walk with Him and welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and stands ready to meet you wherever you are.

Heavenly Father, I give You my life. Please forgive me for all my sins and wash me clean through the blood of Jesus. I believe in my heart that You raised Jesus from the dead, and I confess with my mouth that Jesus is my Lord and Savior. Right now, I receive Your forgiveness and the gift of salvation. Thank You, Lord—I am saved, I am forgiven, I am clean, and I am made new in Jesus’ name. Amen.

If you prayed this prayer, welcome to the family of Father-God! I encourage you to find and join a Holy Spirit-filled, full-Gospel, Bible-based church where you can grow in your faith and experience the Lord’s love, signs, wonders, and miracles in your life.