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Tuesday, February 03, 2026

Day 31 Bible Readings for February 2 - Leviticus 7:22-23 (NLT)

Leviticus 5-7, Psalm 31

Leviticus 7:22-23 (NLT)

“Then the Lord said to Moses, ‘Give the following instructions to the people of Israel. You must never eat fat, whether from cattle, sheep, or goats.’”

In Leviticus 7:22–23, the Lord tells Moses that the people are prohibited from eating the fat of certain animals. The fat was considered the best part of the animal and was reserved as an offering to the Lord on the altar. One biblical commentary I read noted that this command highlights the principle of giving the best to Father-God and maintaining holiness even in daily practices. Another commentary explained that restricting the consumption of fat reminded the Israelites of their dependence on the Lord and their responsibility to honor Him with their resources.

These verses remind me that we are called to offer our best to the Lord in every area of life. When I serve in my church, I approach my responsibilities with the same care and diligence I would give to paid work. In my writing, the Holy Spirit inspired me to write my story as if I were writing a book for Father-God Himself. When I understood that, I knew I needed to give my very best effort—to write something worthy of Him.

I am also drawn to the idea that this command points to maintaining holiness in everyday life. I am reminded of the song “When Wind Meets Fire” by Elevation Worship, which begins with the line, “Let my life be an altar.” If my life is an altar to the Lord, then I need to live with intentional holiness, knowing that everything I do is seen by Father-God. These verses challenge me to honor the Lord not only through what I offer, but through how I live.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who is worthy of the very best we have to offer—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 30 Bible Readings for February 1 - Psalm 30:11-12 (NLT)

Leviticus 1-4, Psalm 30

Psalm 30:11-12 (NLT)

“You have turned my mourning into joyful dancing. You have taken away my clothes of mourning and clothed me with joy, that I might sing praises to you and not be silent. O Lord my God, I will give you thanks forever!”

In Psalm 30:11–12, David remembers the many times the Lord transformed his sorrow into joy. He declares that his mourning was turned into dancing and that Father-God clothed him with joy. David recognizes that the Lord changed his circumstances so that he could sing praises and not remain silent. He resolves to thank and praise the Lord forever.

These verses remind me of the Lord’s power to transform even the deepest seasons of sorrow into joy. In biblical times, people wore sackcloth during periods of mourning or repentance, and the removal of sackcloth symbolized the end of suffering and the beginning of restoration. To be clothed with joy is to experience the Lord’s healing and renewal. These verses also remind me that Father-God cares for me and desires to hear my praise and gratitude.

I can look back on my life and see several seasons when the Lord clothed me with joy after periods of mourning and hardship. What I recognize now is that I do not praise Father-God often enough. I tend to praise Him when a miracle arrives, but David’s words remind me that praise should be continual. The Lord deserves my gratitude not only for the miracles I experience, but also for His constant faithfulness throughout my life.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who turns mourning into joy and is worthy of continual praise—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.

Monday, February 02, 2026

Day 29 Bible Readings for January 31 - Exodus 35:1-2 (NLT)

Exodus 35-40, Psalm 29

Exodus 35:1-2 (NLT)

“Then Moses called together the whole community of Israel and told them, ‘These are the instructions the Lord has commanded you to follow. You have six days each week for your ordinary work, but the seventh day must be a Sabbath day of complete rest, a holy day dedicated to the Lord. Anyone who works on that day must be put to death.’”

In Exodus 35:1–2, Moses gives the people instructions from the Lord regarding their work and rest. Father-God commands the people to work for six days and to set apart the seventh day as a Sabbath—a day of complete rest and a holy day dedicated to the Lord.

These verses remind me of the care the Lord has for His people. God intentionally commanded His people to take one full day of rest each week and to dedicate it to worship and reflection. One Bible study I read explained that observing a “complete rest” requires trust—trusting in Father-God’s provision rather than relying solely on human effort. Rest becomes an act of faith, not inactivity.

These verses also show me that the Lord values community and worship as part of the rhythm of faith. God never intended the journey of faith to be lived alone. Gathering with other believers provides encouragement, accountability, and support. The seriousness attached to the Sabbath command shows how deeply Father-God cared about protecting His people from exhaustion, distraction, and self-reliance.

I love going to church each week, but there are times when I feel tempted to sleep in or skip it. These verses remind me that honoring the Sabbath is not about obligation alone, but about valuing what the Lord has given me. When I choose rest and worship, I am choosing alignment with God’s design for my life and renewing my trust in Him.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who cares so deeply for His people that He built rest into their 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.

Friday, January 30, 2026

Day 28 Bible Readings - Exodus 34:6-7 (NLT)

Exodus 32-34, Psalm 28

Exodus 34:6-7 (NLT)

“The Lord passed in front of Moses, calling out, ‘Yahweh! The Lord! The God of compassion and mercy! I am slow to anger and filled with unfailing love and faithfulness I lavish unfailing love to a thousand generations. I forgive iniquity, rebellion, and sin. But I do not excuse the guilty. I lay the sins of the parents upon their children and grandchildren; the entire family is affected— even children in the third and fourth generations.”

In Exodus 34:6–7, the Lord reveals His character to Moses. Father-God describes Himself as compassionate and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in love and faithfulness. His love is unfailing and extends far beyond a single human lifespan. The Lord forgives every kind of human wrongdoing, yet He does not leave sin unaddressed. He makes clear that the consequences of sin can affect future generations.

These verses are central to my understanding of the Lord’s nature. Father-God shows compassion, grace, patience, love, and truth in His relationship with His people. He is deeply forgiving, yet He is also just. The Lord’s refusal to ignore sin reflects His care for future generations, since unchecked sin can bring lasting harm.

At the same time, these verses show me the values I am called to reflect in my own life. Being slow to anger is one of the hardest for me. I tend to be overly critical, and I can easily become frustrated with people when I perceive a lack of common sense or competence. Recently, I heard someone say that as believers in Jesus Christ, we should view each person as someone Christ was willing to die for on the cross. That perspective stopped me. I realized I rarely think of people that way, and it made me confront my critical nature with humility. With the guidance of the Holy Spirit, I am learning to work on that tendency so that my life more closely reflects the Lord’s character—especially His patience and mercy.

If these verses resonate with you—if you feel drawn to place your faith in Jesus Christ, the One who is loving, just, and faithful to His people—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.