Day 25 Bible Readings for January 27 – Psalm 25:4-5 (NLT)

Exodus 25-27, Psalm 25

Psalm 25:4-5 (NLT)

“Show me the right path, O Lord; point out the road for me to follow. Lead me by your truth and teach me, for you are the God who saves me. All day long I put my hope in you.”

In Psalm 25:4–5, David expresses his desire for guidance, understanding, and instruction from the Lord. He asks Father-God to show him His ways so that he can understand His will. David demonstrates a willingness to learn and be led by the Lord. He recognizes that Father-God is the source of his salvation—the One who delivers him from danger and from his enemies. David also shows patience, trusting in the Lord’s timing and provision.

These verses resonate deeply with me, and I feel the need to keep them visible as a daily reminder. My church recently completed a 21-day prayer and fast for the new year, and one of our senior pastors encouraged us not to focus solely on asking God to fulfill our requests, but instead to ask, “Lord, what is Your will and plan for my life this year?” When I tried praying this way, it felt unfamiliar at first. Then I realized that Father-God already knows my desires—I don’t need to list them repeatedly during prayer and fasting.

Something happened during this time that felt truly miraculous to me. My best friend, who has never shown interest in faith or church, told me she wanted to attend one of my senior pastor’s evangelistic meetings. Over time, I had simply shared with her what I was experiencing at church and how it was shaping my life, without any expectation that she would respond. She has always been strongly opposed to organized religion, so this was completely unexpected. When I looked up my pastor’s schedule, I discovered he would be preaching at a revival meeting near where she lives. When I shared this with her, she said she was going to go.

I had been praying for the Lord to bring new friends into my life who love Him, since none of my close friends are currently believers. Instead of giving me new friendships, Father-God answered my prayer by drawing my best friend toward Him. That shift alone feels miraculous to me. Whatever happens next, I trust that she will have an encounter with the Lord this year. Knowing that something I once thought was impossible is now unfolding fills me with joy.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who makes the impossible possible in our lives—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where 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 24 Bible Readings - Exodus 23:4-5 (NLT)

Exodus 22-24, Psalm 24

Exodus 23:4-5 (NLT)

 “If you come upon your enemy’s ox or donkey that has strayed away, take it back to its owner. If you see that the donkey of someone who hates you has collapsed under its load, do not walk by. Instead, stop and help.”

Exodus 23:4–5 contains laws that promote kindness and compassion. The Lord tells Moses that if someone sees their enemy’s animal wandering off, they are to return it. If an enemy’s donkey collapses under its load, they must stop and help rather than ignore the situation. Father-God established these laws so His people could live peacefully with one another, emphasizing justice, compassion, and responsibility. The Lord encourages kindness even toward one’s enemies and calls His people to take practical steps toward peace and reconciliation.

These verses remind me that I am called to reflect the Lord’s character even toward those who dislike or oppose me. Christ offers salvation to everyone, including those who were once His enemies. I cannot claim to love others if my actions do not reflect that belief. This law teaches us to overcome hostility with intentional acts of goodness. My feelings toward someone cannot determine whether I treat them rightly.

There are people in my church community who are not enemies, yet for various reasons we do not connect well. I can sense that they do not care for me, but because we share the same community, I choose to treat them with kindness and respect. I know I would not be able to do this without the guidance of the Holy Spirit. I have seen the value of choosing kindness within a community—setting aside personal feelings so that the work of the Lord can continue and others can be drawn to Him.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who gave His people laws that promote peace and compassion—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where 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 23 Bible Readings - Exodus 20:16 (NLT)

Exodus 19-21, Psalm 23

Exodus 20:16 (NLT)

“You must not testify falsely against your neighbor.”

Exodus 20:16, the ninth commandment, instructs believers not to bear false witness against another. Giving false testimony—especially in legal or communal settings—can lead to unjust outcomes, wrongful punishment, or even death. Truthfulness is essential for justice and social order. Lying damages reputations, destroys relationships, and ultimately becomes a sin not only against one’s neighbor but against the Lord.

Many biblical scholars note that this commandment extends beyond outright lies. It also includes slander, talebearing—repeating a report without careful investigation—and creating false impressions through silence. Questioning someone’s motives without evidence and using flattery for manipulation also violate the spirit of this commandment.

This verse stood out to me because it feels as though we live in a culture that continually breaks this commandment. People spread lies on social media without verifying the truth. News reporting often presents only one side of a story rather than offering a balanced account. In legal cases, later discoveries sometimes reveal that someone was wrongfully convicted because the truth was withheld. I have also witnessed this commandment violated in everyday life—through coworkers undermining one another, people remaining silent to allow false impressions to stand, or using flattery to gain favor while harboring ill intent.

At the same time, I have observed that when people break the ninth commandment, the truth eventually comes to light. When it does, lies damage relationships and deeply hurt those involved. This verse reminds me that as a follower of Christ, I am accountable to Father-God for my words. Truthfulness is foundational to trust and integrity—both in my relationship with the Lord and with others. My words must reflect both truth and love so that I do not cause harm.

If this verse resonates with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who gives us His laws so that we can live in truth and harmony with one another—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where 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 22 Bible Readings - Exodus 17:11-13 (NLT)

Exodus 16-18, Psalm 22

Exodus 17:11-13 (NLT)

“As long as Moses held up the staff in his hand, the Israelites had the advantage. But whenever he dropped his hand, the Amalekites gained the advantage. Moses’ arms soon became so tired he could no longer hold them up. So Aaron and Hur found a stone for him to sit on. Then they stood on each side of Moses, holding up his hands. So his hands held steady until sunset. As a result, Joshua overwhelmed the army of Amalek in battle.”

Exodus 17:11–13 reminds believers of the power of prayer, intercession, and dependence on the Lord for victory. When the Amalekites attacked Israel, Moses instructed Joshua to take men and fight them. While Joshua led the battle, Moses interceded before the Lord on the hill. As long as Moses held up his hands, the Israelites prevailed; when he lowered them, the Amalekites gained ground. Because Moses grew weary, Aaron and Hur supported his hands so they remained raised until Joshua defeated the Amalekites.

These verses remind me that prayer and dependence on the Lord are essential in every battle. I will never win simply through my own strength or determination; I must rely on Father-God for help and guidance. This passage also shows how important it is to have others pray and intercede for us when we grow weary and need support to persevere. At the same time, these verses emphasize the importance of action. Moses’ intercession did not remove the need for Joshua to fight—it strengthened it. In the same way, I must rely on Father-God while continuing to take faithful action in the situations I face. This story reassures me that the Lord is faithful to care for His people when we rely on Him and call on Him in prayer.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One you can rely on to help you fight your battles—this may be your moment. Open your heart to Him. Speak to Him in prayer, expressing your trust, your desire to walk with Him, and your willingness to welcome His presence into your life. God is faithful and ready to meet you exactly where 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.