In today’s devotional, Witness Lee points us to the deep truth that Jesus is the reality behind all the Old Testament shadows. The sacrifices, feasts, and Sabbath were never ends in themselves. They were signposts pointing to something greater. Sacrifices foreshadowed the once-for-all offering of Jesus’ body on the cross. The Sabbath pictured the true rest we now enjoy in Him. The feasts looked forward to the satisfaction and joy of fellowship with God that is ours in union with His Son.

Today’s reading reflects on Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 13:13, where faith, hope, and love remain, but love is called the greatest. Nick Harrison reminds us that the day will come when mysteries are resolved, when faith gives way to sight and hope merges with fulfillment. In that moment, every promise we have leaned on will be fully realized in the presence of God. Until then, faith and hope are our daily guides, steadying us with light along the way.

E. Stanley Jones points us to a beautiful truth about the difference between affirmation and testimony. Affirmation can say “that” is true, but testimony says “this” is real in me. Affirmation acknowledges that Jesus lived in history, but testimony declares that the Jesus of history is alive in me today. Christianity does not stop at affirming facts about Jesus, it becomes the living testimony of His presence within.

In today’s devotional, T. Austin-Sparks leads us into a crucial distinction between what people often call “Christian service” and what is in fact genuine service to the Lord. So much of what we label service is simply activity: meetings, speaking, organizing, and endless busyness. Yet Sparks shows us that real service is something deeper, quieter, and more transformative. It is about the emancipation of people from the grip of this world into a life yielded to Jesus, and their formation into His likeness for a heavenly vocation now, not merely later.

Ray Stedman reminds us today of the great confusion that often surrounds us. Just as the exiles in Babylon were faced with conflicting voices and rival factions, we too live in a world full of competing claims to truth. Some voices appeal to spirituality without substance, others to secular logic that denies God altogether, and still others claim authority in His name but lack His commission. In such an environment, uncertainty can weigh heavily on our souls.

Bob Hoekstra brings us to one of the Lord’s “unpopular” promises, one that cuts against the grain of both the world and often even the church world. Jesus declared, “Whoever exalts himself will be abased, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” To a culture that prizes self-assertion, self-promotion, and confidence in one’s own strength, this promise sounds upside-down. Yet, it is a truth repeated throughout Scripture, woven into the fabric of God’s kingdom.

A.B. Simpson reminds us that the truest way to glorify God is not by showcasing our own strength, but by letting His life shine through us. Just as sunlight finds expression through a clear window or reflects from a spotless mirror, so the life of Jesus radiates when we yield to Him. His glory is not something we generate, but something He reveals through vessels that are available and trusting.

Oswald Chambers draws us to the words of Jesus, “Come to me, and I will give you rest.” Rest in Him is not simply relief from weariness, but the very mark of a life that has found its completeness in union with Christ. Chambers warns against allowing dis-peace to linger. He urges us to bring disturbances immediately to the Lord so that His rest may be established in our hearts. Jesus Himself is the one who settles us, making our lives steady and whole.

Miles Stanford reminds us today of a truth that reshapes how we live on earth. Many believers, he writes, are content with the assurance that one day they will go to heaven when they die. Yet the mature believer learns to rest in the fact that in Jesus, they are already there. Scripture declares that God has raised us up with Christ and seated us with Him in the heavenly places. This is not simply a future hope, but a present reality.

Witness Lee reminds us that God’s acceptance of us today is not based on the law, but on faith in Jesus. In Old Testament times, acceptance before God meant living up to the standard of the law, but no one could fully meet that measure. Now, through Jesus, we are justified not by works but by faith. This truth frees us from striving to earn God’s favor and brings us into the security of His acceptance in Christ.

In today’s reflection compiled by Nick Harrison, Isaiah’s vision of the Lord leads to his famous response: “Here am I. Send me!” This moment captures what it means to live surrendered to God. A surrendered life is not passive but profoundly available. John MacBeath reminds us that history shows God delights to use those who lay their lives down before Him, whether their role appears great or small. Surrender is not measured by prominence but by faithfulness. Whether running a hospital, washing a floor, or simply being present in the place God appoints, He values surrendered availability more than outward impressiveness.

E. Stanley Jones takes Paul’s words in Ephesians 4:15-16 and shows us what it means to grow up into Jesus in every part of our lives. The apostle speaks of maturity not as cold discipline, but as speaking the truth in love. Jones reminds us that what we continually give out, we eventually become. If we habitually give out love, we become loving. If we habitually give out criticism, we become critical. Life shapes us according to what flows from us. The call, then, is to let love be the constant outflow, because love is the very life of Jesus expressed in and through us.

T. Austin-Sparks takes us into a fresh understanding of what true service to the Lord really means. We often assume that service is tied to public platforms, pulpits, or mission fields. Yet he reminds us that Jesus sees just as much value in the unnoticed acts of kindness and faithfulness carried out in daily life. The quiet encouragement offered to a discouraged believer, the patient endurance of ordinary responsibilities, or the unseen lifting of burdens in a friend’s home can be just as much an offering of worship as preaching a sermon.

Ray Stedman points us to the courage of Jeremiah as he stood accused before officials, priests, and prophets. Jeremiah’s life was hanging in the balance, yet he did not flinch, soften his message, or scramble to defend himself. Instead, he placed his life in God’s hands. This is remarkable because the charges against him were serious: treason, blasphemy, and betrayal of the temple and city of God. Still, Jeremiah remained steadfast, urging the people to repent and reminding them that his message came directly from the Lord.

Bob Hoekstra invites us to pause today and reflect on the precious promise of God’s faithful provision. Scripture assures us that God Himself has given “exceedingly great and precious promises,” and among them is the beautiful truth that “my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus.” These promises are not vague reassurances but specific guarantees that flow from God’s character and are fulfilled in Jesus.

Today’s devotional reminds us of Jesus’ simple yet powerful words: “Have faith in God.” We often hear them quoted, yet the weight of those words reaches deeper than we may realize. A. B. Simpson points us to the truth that God calls us to a faith that is not partial, not wavering, but complete. The smallest thread of unbelief can undo the fabric of our trust, so our call is not to muster up stronger belief, but to rest in a faith far greater than our own.

Oswald Chambers reminds us that God intends His children to live in an unbroken union with Jesus, a life defined not by constant worry or introspection, but by a restful completeness in Him. Yet there are times when self-consciousness intrudes, pulling our eyes back to ourselves. This inward focus produces a subtle struggle that unsettles our peace. Chambers points out that self-consciousness itself is not sin, but it disrupts our rest when left unaddressed.

Miles Stanford gently reminds us that suffering, far from being a strange detour in the Christian life, is a gracious gift from God. He anchors this truth in Philippians 1:29, where Paul tells us that it has been granted not only to believe in Jesus but also to suffer for His sake. This is not meant to cast a shadow over our faith, but to open our eyes to the privilege of sharing in the fellowship of His sufferings.

In today’s devotional, Witness Lee points us to the deeper demand of Jesus in Matthew 5. The law of Moses prohibited the act of murder, but Jesus takes it further. He exposes the root that feeds murder, which is anger. Anger, contempt, and condemnation are heart issues that spill out in words and actions. The old covenant addressed the outward act, but the new covenant penetrates into the motive.

The writers in today’s devotional remind us that freedom in Jesus is not just a theological truth but a living reality. Romans 8:2 declares that the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has set us free from the law of sin and death. What God accomplished through His Son becomes real in us as we lay hold of it by faith. The Holy Spirit, who dwells within us, makes this truth personal and experiential when we believe it and yield ourselves to Him.