05 Nov 2025
May the Lord cause all that conspired against you to be defeated. May He establish you and start a new season that causes His name to be glorified. May His wisdom, grace, and favour accompany you in this new dispensation and into the future. Isaiah 43:14-19.
In Isaiah 61:1-3, the Lord encourages the poor, the brokenhearted, the captives, prisoners, and the bereaved. He promises good news, freedom, release from darkness and comfort. May relief be their portion and joy their benefit.
Today’s Verse – Psalm 91:2
I will say of the LORD, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” —Psalm 91:2 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… “In God we trust.” That’s the phrase written on much of the money in the United States. It’s a great reminder. The global financial climate is inherently vulnerable to instability, as it is prone to fluctuations and susceptible to chaos and political turmoil. Only God is our refuge and fortress during the storms of life – whether they be health, financial, relational, or emotional storms. He is steadfast. He is God, the forever “I AM” and LORD. He is eternal. He desires to bless us and promises to never leave us or forsake us. He has repeatedly demonstrated his love for us. He has earned our trust. So, let’s say of the LORD“He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” My Prayer… Heavenly Father, I am so thankful that I can trust my life and future with you. Mold me and use me in ways that are a blessing to others, as I make you the source of my security and strength. Please continue to make your presence known in my life, helping me to maintain my trust in you as my refuge from life’s storms and my fortress when the evil one and my adversaries attack. In Jesus’ name, O LORD, I place my trust and hope in you. Amen. All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.
Today’s Verse – Proverbs 27:1
Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring forth. —Proverbs 27:1 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… Jesus wants us to be humble about our future. We don’t control tomorrow, so Jesus reiterated this theme from Proverbs (Matthew 6:31-34). Tomorrow may not come. Something horrible could happen tomorrow. Everything we possess could be gone tomorrow. In the face of these discouraging possibilities, is there anything positive we can hold onto? Absolutely! We know that God holds tomorrow in his hands. We know that because our life is hidden with Christ in God, every tomorrow, and the eternal tomorrow, is secure in him (Colossians 3:1-4). The future may not be what we expect or unfold as we planned, but we can thankfully trust that our God determines every tomorrow, will not abandon us, and will share his comfort, victory, and glory with us as we journey toward his future for us (Romans 8:32-39; Hebrews 13:5-6). My Prayer… Father, my tomorrows all rest in your hands. I ask that I can be useful to you today; courageous enough not to worry about tomorrow, and loyal enough not to waver in my love for you and my commitment to you. I trust every tomorrow to you in Jesus’ name, Amen. All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.
Today’s Verse – 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
For though we live in the world, we do not wage war as the world does. The weapons we fight with are not the weapons of the world. On the contrary, they have divine power to demolish strongholds. We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. —2 Corinthians 10:3-5 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… In our battle against evil, we utilize the spiritual weapons of God, which enable us to discern the truth, protect ourselves, and deliver us into the freedom that victory brings (Ephesians 6:10-19). The devil’s frequent tools are deception, distortion, and death. God’s grace enables us to see through these deceptions and break their deceptive grip on the minds of men and women, freeing them from fear and temptation. God’s power broke the barrier of death and gave us victory in Jesus Christ. And what is our task in this victory march? To obey our LORD and help others to do the same, finding his grace and power sufficient to help us overcome all that we face that could defeat us. Video Commentary… ToGather Worship Guide | More ToGather Videos My Prayer… Father, please use us to defeat the power of the evil one, his demonic horde, and his corrupting influence on the lives of people we love and in the leaders of this world. We rebuke the evil one in the name of Jesus and by the power of the blood of the cross and in the empty tomb of the resurrection, where we find our deliverance and victory. Amen. All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.
31 Oct 2025
Humility, faith, and the mercy of God were important ingredients in the healing of the gallant soldier. Naaman took a step of faith in going to Samaria to seek a solution to his problem. God ensured that Elisha got to hear about the king’s frustration. Humility made the soldier dip himself in a river that didn’t compare to those back in Damascus. His servants also played a role in convincing him to obey. May our problem be located by God’s favour. 2 Kings 5:6-17.
Today’s Verse – Psalm 32:7
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. —Psalm 32:7 Thoughts on Today’s Verse… Out of the attacks of evil one come the victories of God and the victory chants of God’s people. Let us make God our refuge, our hiding place, and our source of security. The LORD Almighty is our hope in times of trouble. He protects us from trials, troubles, temptations, and gives us songs of glorious deliverance! My Prayer… Father, thank you for the confidence we can have in your power and might to deliver us from every attack of the evil one. You are worthy of all glory, honor, power, and praise. In the name of your Son and our LORD Jesus Christ, we thank you for deliverance and praise you because of your might and our deliverance. Amen. All scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION. © 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan Publishing House.
30 Oct 2025
Helplessness was not on Naaman’s mind, when he saw an opportunity to get help. He had not given up despite being sick for a long time. May we see the move of God and respond appropriately. May we avoid distractions and see or hear God clearly. May we be convicted to do what He desires. 2 Kings 5:2-5.
29 Oct 2025
In 2 Kings 5:1, there is a brave soldier who was a captain in the army. He was dependable and a great soldier and leader, but he had leprosy. This disease did not stop him from doing what he needed to do. He excelled in his career despite his illness. What’s your challenge? Does it define you or stop you from being who you are supposed to be? Are you able to excel despite this challenge?
Daily Prayer for October 29
Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, Lord. They rejoice in your name all day long; they celebrate your righteousness. Psalm 89:15–16, NIV Dear Father in heaven, how lovingly you have thought of us! How much good you let us experience again and again! So our hearts are happy, and we go to rest this night full of joy and thanks because we are your children. Our thanks and joy shall be our service to you day and night. More than this you do not ask, and in this we will be faithful. We want to be joyful and to be glad for our lives. Even when we face dark hours, O Lord our God, we are filled with hope that brings us joy for the future as well as for the present, with assurance that your salvation is coming. We rejoice in what you give us already today. Amen. Recent articles on Plough The Gift of Repentence Johann Christoph Arnold The goal of church discipline should never be punishment, but rather restoration. Read now What the Weeds Are Telling Us Ragan Sutterfield In Arkansas, farmers are fighting and dying over pigweed. Are weeds just an ancient curse on humankind, or can they teach us something? Read now Why Are People Returning to Church? Andrew Davison and Joy Marie Clarkson We are seeing an unexpected resurgence of openness to God and spiritual matters, and an uptick in religious participation. What’s behind it? Read now Choose the Cashier Midge Goldberg Here’s one simple thing we can all do to stay human, love our neighbor, and build community. Read now The Dazzling Light of God Madeleine Delbrêl To have living faith is to be blinded by it, in order to be led by it. Read now