- The Problem of Genesis 3:
After the original sin—when man, created as a spiritual being in God’s image with personality and free will, was deceived by the spiritual being of darkness called Satan and broke the covenant with God—humanity fell into a state of misery that cannot be solved by human effort. From that point on, mankind became separated from God and incapable of saving itself. - The Problem of Genesis 6:
The age of Noah was an era completely overtaken by Satan. Despite God’s warning of judgment through the flood, people devoted themselves to eating, drinking, pleasure, and moral decay. In that era, people did anything for the sake of money, pleasure, or personal comfort—even abandoning family. Humanity has continued to push itself toward destruction in this way. - The Problem of Genesis 11:
Both individuals and nations lie and even deny history for the sake of personal gain and success. Conscience has become an obstacle to success, and human reason has become paralyzed before the tower of Babel that is worldly success. Many people say that money solves everything. But for those who cannot control money, it becomes merely a channel of curse—as seen in the lives of lottery winners around the world. - The Problem of Acts 13:
Today, many religions claim that people can become divine on their own and block the way to meeting the true God. Like the sorcerer Elymas in Acts 13, who tried to prevent the governor from hearing and believing the Word of God, people around the world are still opposing and cursing God in various forms. - The Problem of Acts 16:
Even in this era of advanced science, the number of shamans possessed by evil spirits is increasing. The occult culture disguised under the name of “culture”—such as divination valleys, fortune-telling cafés, and mystic shops—is creeping into every corner of society. - The Problem of Acts 19:
Unresolved anxiety and emptiness in the human heart have driven people into idol worship. This obsession with overflowing idol culture is destroying individuals, families, and societies. - The Problem of John 8:44:
It is not someone’s fault. There is a clear source behind all human suffering, but people are unaware of it—so disasters continue without explanation. Does Satan, the devil, or evil spirits really not exist? - The Problem of Exodus 20:4–5:
Why are there so many religions in this world, and why are there so many enticing things that seem to bring peace to people? Could it be because humanity is living in constant anxiety and wandering? - The Problem of Matthew 11:28:
People say they are well-fed and comfortable, yet they are not at peace. Mental health issues—depression, bipolar disorder, panic disorders—are increasing day by day. What can we do about this? - The Problem of Acts 8:4–8:
Hospitals are the most common buildings in cities. Despite advancements in science, medicine, and mental health, physical illnesses are spreading beyond what systems can manage. - The Problem of Luke 16:19–31:
If heaven and hell don’t exist, that’s great news for unbelievers. But what if hell is real? What then becomes of my life? What is this unease about the future and life after death trying to tell us? - The Problem of Matthew 27:25:
Why are curses and diseases passed down through generations? Can we simply dismiss it as coincidence or genetics? If such misfortunes are inherited by our children, what must we do?
Category: Today’s Word
Does God Really Exist?
Psalm 14:1. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God. “They are corrupt, their deeds are vile; there is no one who does good.
Because we live in the body, we often fail to experience God in tangible ways. As a result, we sometimes doubt Him and fall into unbelief. Yet Scripture reminds us that true faith is not based on what is seen, but on what is unseen: “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see” (Hebrews 11:1).
This does not mean that the visible is unnecessary, but rather that the unseen holds far greater importance. Still, many people declare, “There is no God.”
Jesus told a parable about such a person—the rich man in Luke 16:19–31. God had given him wealth, health, and countless opportunities, yet there was no place for God in his life. He wore the finest clothes and lived in luxury every day, but he lacked true happiness.
Despite hosting grand parties and being surrounded by people, he had no real peace, no true friendships, and no lasting joy. He also lacked purpose. Without it, he lived with no hope for the future and no awareness of eternity. Though materially rich, he was spiritually destitute.
In contrast, Jesus described Lazarus, a poor man covered in sores who begged for scraps beneath the rich man’s table. Yet when he died, he was carried to heaven. The rich man also died and was buried—and found himself in torment in hell.
What was the point of Jesus’ parable?
Many misunderstand it to mean that suffering like Lazarus leads to heaven and living in wealth like the rich man leads to hell. But that is not the message Jesus intended. The truth is this: anyone who has life in Christ—even someone like Lazarus—will spend eternity in heaven. But anyone without Christ—even if they have everything the world can offer—will end up in eternal separation from God.
Jesus also emphasized the reality of hell—a place where the grace and mercy of God are no longer available. Even a drop of water was denied to the rich man. Why? Because in his life, he rejected the need for God’s grace and mercy. He chose a life apart from God, and so he received eternity without Him.
Many today live in this same condition—achieving much, possessing much, but living without God. In God’s eyes, everything they do is ultimately evil because it is disconnected from Him.
Scripture reveals that all people are born into three fundamental problems: the power of Satan (Revelation 12:9), the curse of sin (Romans 3:23), and separation from God (Ephesians 2:1). Their entire lives are spent in the devil’s traps: self-reliance and pride (Genesis 3:5), worldly pleasure (Genesis 6:1–8), and the pursuit of personal glory (Genesis 11:1–9).
They remain confined in frameworks shaped by darkness—false religious systems (Acts 13:4–12), culturally embedded demonic influence (Acts 16:16–24), and deeply rooted idolatry (Acts 19:8–41). That’s why every person is bound to live as a child of the devil (John 8:44), trapped in idol worship (Exodus 20:4–5), mental suffering (Matthew 11:28), physical affliction (Acts 8:4–8), eternal condemnation in hell (Luke 16:19–31), and generational curses (Matthew 27:25).
But by grace, God has given you the gift of faith in Christ. Through Him, you have eternal life (John 20:31). You have received the right to become a child of God (John 1:12). You have been saved from the dominion of Satan, sin, and hell (Romans 10:9–10).
From the moment you believed and received Jesus as the Christ, you began living as a citizen of heaven, even here on earth (Philippians 3:20). God has rescued you from the kingdom of darkness and brought you into the kingdom of His beloved Son (Colossians 1:13). You are God’s chosen people—a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His treasured possession (1 Peter 2:9).
The Holy Spirit now dwells in you, guiding and empowering your life. The powers of darkness cannot overcome you. God’s angels surround you. You have access to heaven’s resources through prayer. And you now live with a new direction and calling—to proclaim the gospel to all nations.
God is calling you to reach those who say in their hearts, “There is no God.” Take the gospel with you and show them who He is: the One who died for them, rose again, crushed the head of Satan, and made a way from hell to heaven.
To accomplish this heavenly mandate, Jesus promised the power of the Holy Spirit. Carry that calling with you in all you do today. This is the most fulfilling life one can live.
Prayer. Father, I thank You for Your Spirit, who enables me to believe in You. Open my eyes to the spiritual reality of those who deny Your existence. Send me today to those who are perishing without knowing who You are. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
The True Source of Strength
Philippians 4:13. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.
Are you facing limitations in life? Hold on to the blood covenant of Jesus Christ, which has set you free from everything that has been imprinted within you. When God’s Word moves your heart, you can overcome the enemy by the word of your testimony (Revelation 12:11).
Are you feeling powerless? Receive the power that comes from above. On the day of Pentecost, just as Jesus had promised, the power of the Holy Spirit came like a mighty wind and tongues of fire (Acts 2:1–5). Ordinary people became extraordinary when they were touched by the power of God.
This world is full of lies, offering false hope, fleeting happiness, and temporary success. But when you come to know the power of the name of Jesus, you’ll see that its influence knows no bounds.
The name of Jesus transforms individuals, ideologies, and even nations. When you understand and proclaim His name, the mighty works of God will unfold wherever He sends you. The evidence of the gospel will spread like wildfire, eventually reaching every nation.
So, what is the true source of our strength? It is found in an intimate, living, and personal relationship with God. For David, this relationship was his source of strength: “The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield and the horn of my salvation. He is my stronghold, my refuge and my savior—from violent people you save me” (2 Samuel 22:2–3). The wisdom of God was the foundation of his leadership as king.
The central focus of Paul’s life was also his continual, personal fellowship with God through prayer: “And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests” (Ephesians 6:18).
His ministry of the gospel was rooted in prayer: “God, whom I serve in my spirit in preaching the gospel of his Son, is my witness how constantly I remember you in my prayers at all times” (Romans 1:9–10). God is searching for those who will place Him first and delight in Him more than anything else.
But how do we enjoy fellowship with God? Through His Word (John 1:1). When we meditate on the Word, we are renewed—spirit, soul, heart, mind, and body. This was David’s secret: “Oh, how I love your law! I meditate on it all day long” (Psalm 119:97).
For Joshua, receiving, remembering, and meditating on the Word was of utmost importance: “Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful” (Joshua 1:8).
Believers who do not meditate on the Word inevitably live powerless lives, because it is through the Word that our hearts are strengthened, our minds renewed, and our spirits sustained. The Word of God is not merely information—it is life itself. As Psalm 119:25 says, “Preserve my life according to your word.” Without the Word, we lack the spiritual vitality needed to overcome trials, discern God’s will, and walk in His power.
You have been given the most powerful name of all—“the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth” (Philippians 2:9–10).
Acknowledge the absolute power of Jesus in your life. Make Him the Lord of your life. Submit to Him and to His plans. Every door will open when you realize that the mystery of God and His power is hidden in the name of Jesus.
God wants you to experience His power—power that the world cannot understand. When God opens doors in your life, no one can shut them. That is why you can always rejoice, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18).
Prayer. Father, You are my true source of strength. Your Word is all I need. Lead me by Your Spirit all the days of my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Guarding Your Mind
Psalm 103:1-5.
1 Praise the Lord, my soul;
all my inmost being, praise his holy name.
2 Praise the Lord, my soul,
and forget not all his benefits—
3 who forgives all your sins
and heals all your diseases,
4 who redeems your life from the pit
and crowns you with love and compassion,
5 who satisfies your desires with good things
so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.
All spiritual, mental, and physical afflictions often begin in the mind, where spirits of deception operate. Satan uses our minds as the stage for his schemes. When he attacks—often subtly and without our awareness—our thoughts can become distorted, overpowering, and obsessed, taking control of our minds and influencing our behavior. As a result, we may unknowingly quench the Holy Spirit and begin following the deception of evil spirits, which leads to failure, destruction, and separation from God.
Scripture gives clear examples of this. A lying spirit enticed Ahab into destruction (1 Kings 22:20–22). During the time of the judges, a spirit stirred up conflict between Abimelech and the leaders of Shechem, leading to revolt (Judges 9:23). In Ezekiel’s day, even prophets were deceived by a spirit of delusion (Ezekiel 14:9). These same spirits continue to tempt both believers and unbelievers, working constantly to lead people astray and destroy lives. Their activity is increasing and causing spiritual devastation all around us. So how can we guard our minds from the evil one?
First, we must not allow anger to consume us. The Scripture says,
“Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to your neighbor, for we are all members of one body. In your anger do not sin: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold” (Ephesians 4:25–27).
The devil is the father of lies and works through deception. He is also a thief and a destroyer who provokes anger in us. While it is natural to feel anger at times, lingering in anger gives the enemy an opening to invade and influence our lives. The only way to overcome anger is to renew our minds daily through God’s Word and prayer, relying on the power of the Holy Spirit.
Second, we must hold firmly to the truth. Scripture exposes the evil schemes of the devil trying to distort the truth:
“The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with how Satan works. He will use all sorts of displays of power through signs and wonders that serve the lie, and all the ways that wickedness deceives those who are perishing. They perish because they refused to love the truth and so be saved. For this reason, God sends them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie” (2 Thessalonians 2:9–11).
The only way to remain grounded in the truth is to meditate on God’s Word and continually bring it into focus through prayer. As we immerse ourselves in Scripture day and night, our spiritual discernment is sharpened, and our hearts are guarded against deception. God’s Word renews our minds, strengthens our faith, and gives us clarity to recognize and reject the enemy’s lies. When the Word of God takes root in us, we are anchored in Christ and not easily shaken by the pressures or falsehoods of the world.
Third, we must reject sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, as warned in Colossians 3:5. A lifestyle driven by the sinful nature eventually leads to destruction. Paul wrote, “Hand this man over to Satan for the destruction of the flesh, so that his spirit may be saved on the day of the Lord” (1 Corinthians 5:5). If we continue to feed the flesh, the result is spiritual and physical ruin.
Above all, we must guard our thoughts carefully because our thoughts shape our lives. Proverbs 4:23 says, “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” We guard our hearts and minds through the gospel in the Word of God. We cast all our worries on Him because He has already given us the ultimate solution in Christ (1 Peter 5:7). Armed with Christ, who destroyed the devil’s work (1 John 3:8), and clothed in the armor of God (Ephesians 6:11), we engage in spiritual warfare and stand against the enemy.
The most destructive weapon against the kingdom of darkness is the proclamation of the gospel. Paul said, “Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel” (Ephesians 6:19). God has given us the most powerful name—the name of Jesus. In His name, tie up the strong man (Matthew 12:29). When the enemy tries to deceive you, submit to God and His Word, and the devil will flee from you (James 4:7).
Whenever you feel resistance against the Word of God rising in your heart, know that the devil is attacking at full force. Do not be deceived. Stand up and launch a direct assault against the enemy in the name of Jesus, and you will see a decisive turning point in the battle.
Most of all, in moments of crisis, remember what God has done for you in Christ. As David wrote, “Praise the Lord, my soul… who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases, who redeems your life from the pit and crowns you with love and compassion” (Psalm 103:1–5). This is how we guard our minds in Christ Jesus.
Prayer. Father, may Your peace guard my soul, all my inmost being, thoughts, mind, and body throughout the day. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Spiritual Healing
Acts 4:8-10. Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them: “Rulers and elders of the people! 9 If we are being called to account today for an act of kindness shown to a man who was lame and are being asked how he was healed, 10 then know this, you and all the people of Israel: It is by the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, whom you crucified but whom God raised from the dead, that this man stands before you healed.
There are countless diseases in the world today that cannot be cured by conventional medicine. The root cause of many of these conditions lies in the spiritual state of people living separated from God.
Unless a person receives life through faith in Jesus Christ, true healing from such diseases is impossible. Any attempt to find healing apart from Christ may offer temporary relief, but ultimately leads to a deeper and worse condition. That’s why spiritual healing must come first.
Spiritual healing comes only by faith: “And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven” (James 5:15).
The prayer of faith is the starting point of healing. When we pray with wholehearted trust in the power of God, His work of healing begins. Yet God works according to the measure of our faith.
Our faith must rest solely on Jesus the Christ. Bartimaeus had this kind of faith when he cried out, “Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me!” (Mark 10:47). Though he was a blind beggar, he recognized Jesus as the Messiah, the one who had come through David’s lineage.
Bartimaeus’s prayer of faith restored his sight: “‘Go,’ said Jesus, ‘your faith has healed you.’ Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road” (Mark 10:52).
This is the kind of prayer that James describes: “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective” (James 5:16). The righteous person is the one who believes that Jesus is the Christ. Holding firmly to His name is the ultimate path to true healing.
As Peter boldly testified before the rulers and elders in Jerusalem, healing comes through the power of the name of Jesus Christ, the one who was crucified and rose again: “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).
To hold onto His name, one must receive and believe in Jesus as the Christ: “Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” (John 1:12). For people to believe, we must proclaim the good news that Jesus is the Christ. Through the proclamation of the gospel, they will hear and see its evidence.
That’s exactly what Philip did in Samaria: “Philip went down to a city in Samaria and proclaimed the Christ there. When the crowds heard Philip and saw the signs he performed, they all paid close attention to what he said. For with shrieks, impure spirits came out of many, and many who were paralyzed or lame were healed. So there was great joy in that city” (Acts 8:5–8).
When the people of Samaria received and believed in Jesus as the Christ, they were set free from deep-rooted spiritual problems. This led to physical healing from many kinds of diseases.
The power of Jesus is far greater than that of evil spirits. Even Simon the sorcerer surrendered his life to Christ after hearing and seeing the gospel preached by Philip: “Simon himself believed and was baptized. And he followed Philip everywhere, astonished by the great signs and miracles he saw” (Acts 8:13).
The incredible power of Christ will inevitably appear when one receives and believes that Jesus is the Christ. Wherever the name of Jesus is proclaimed, there will be freedom: “How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and how he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him” (Acts 10:38).
The moment a person believes that Jesus is the Christ, the Holy Spirit begins to dwell in them, bringing freedom from demonic power and healing from spiritual disease.
But how does this transformation happen? It begins with a permanent change in identity: “Dear friends, now we are children of God, and what we will be has not yet been made known. But we know that when Christ appears, we shall be like him, for we shall see him as he is” (1 John 3:2).
When you believed, your identity was changed—from a child of the devil to a child of the Most High God. God adopted you into His family. You received the Spirit that confirms you are God’s chosen child. The Holy Spirit testifies with your spirit that you are indeed a child of God (Romans 8:15–16).
God also transformed the state of your heart and mind—from a slave to sin to a servant of righteousness. Once, sin ruled over you. But through Christ, you have been set free from the power of sin and have become a slave to righteousness (Romans 6:17–18). Now that you belong to God, live your life for Him alone (Romans 6:22).
God has invited you to live the life He intended for you—a Spirit-led life. Once, you followed the ways of this world, ruled by the powers of the air (Ephesians 2:2). But now, you are a new creation in Christ. Be led by the Spirit, for you are no longer under law (Galatians 5:18). The Spirit will lead you to places you never imagined—even to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8).
Do not let sin reign over you any longer. You have been completely set free from the law of sin and death (Romans 8:2). On the cross, Christ paid in full for every sin: original sin, ancestral sin, and your own personal sins.
The accuser, Satan, no longer has any power over you. You are no longer indebted to your former master and father. Your sinful nature and weaknesses were nailed to the cross and are covered by the blood of Christ.
You have been given authority over the forces of darkness and over every disease. Your spiritual and physical afflictions are now opportunities to witness the power of God.
This is the day of God’s salvation. This is the time to be filled with the Holy Spirit.
Prayer. Father, open my eyes to see the things that come from Your Spirit. Help me understand the true changes that have taken place in me since Jesus came into my life. Strengthen my faith, and help my unbelief. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Healing and the Gospel
James 5:13-18. Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise. 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up. If they have sinned, they will be forgiven. 16 Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. 17 Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. 18 Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops.
Jesus proclaimed the gospel as He healed the sick. Therefore, the ultimate purpose of healing is not merely physical restoration but the revelation and fulfillment of the gospel.
For the beggar at the temple gate, a few coins might have helped him survive another day, and the miracle of healing—being restored from a lifelong disability—undoubtedly transformed his life. Yet the true purpose of his healing was not simply that he walked and jumped, but that he praised God (Acts 3:1–10). In other words, the healing served to reveal the glory of God and the power of salvation. That was the ultimate goal.
Healing exists in many religions because even demonic forces can perform signs. But the focus of the gospel is not physical healing itself. The foundation of our faith in the gospel is Christ—the fulfillment of God’s promise of salvation. The healing of the crippled man in Acts 3 was a direct fulfillment of the first gospel (or protoevangelium) promise:
“And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.” (Genesis 3:15)
This reveals that the gospel is the fulfillment of all Old Testament prophecy—not merely good news for the sick, but for all of fallen humanity.
Often, the proclamation of the gospel is accompanied by healing. However, it is God who heals—according to His will, power, and timing. He knows the needs of the sick far better than we do, and He alone brings true healing. Though the need for healing is great, we must remember that healing is not the end goal. While sickness is not God’s desire for people, the primary objective of faith is not simply to be made well, but to be united with Christ.
Scripture teaches that Jesus bore our diseases and carried our sorrows (Isaiah 53:6). His earthly ministry frequently involved healing the sick. After His resurrection, He gave His disciples authority and the promise of healing. He said to them,
“Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation. Whoever believes and is baptized will be saved, but whoever does not believe will be condemned. And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues; they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.” (Mark 16:15–18).
Likewise, the apostles and early believers ministered to the sick, bringing both healing and the gospel. Jesus worked with them in the ministry of healing from the throne:
“After the Lord Jesus had spoken to them, he was taken up into heaven and he sat at the right hand of God. Then the disciples went out and preached everywhere, and the Lord worked with them and confirmed his word by the signs that accompanied it” (Mark 16:19-20).
Many illnesses are caused by physical factors—fatigue, infection, unhealthy habits, or aging—but Scripture reveals deeper causes of disease that cannot be healed through medicine alone. Some illnesses arise from sin—whether original sin, the sins of one’s parents, or personal wrongdoing—which can lead to physical affliction. Idolatry, for example, brings consequences that extend to the third and fourth generation (Exodus 20:4–5; 2 Samuel 12:15).
Others live under the influence of the devil, whose oppression brings suffering that no medical treatment can reach (Genesis 3:16–19; Acts 10:38). Still others suffer under spiritual bondage, such as demonic possession (Mark 5:2–15), mental torment (Mark 9:17; Luke 13:16), or deeply rooted emotional wounds (Matthew 12:25–28; Ephesians 4:23–27).
But, in some cases, God allows sickness to fulfill His sovereign plan, as seen in Daniel (Daniel 8:27), the man born blind (John 9:1–3), and Paul’s thorn in the flesh (2 Corinthians 12:7). Regarding the man born blind, Jesus said, “this happened so that the works of God might be displayed in him” (John 9:3). To Paul, who earnestly prayed for the healing three times, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness” (2 Corinthians 12:9).
When the source of affliction is spiritual, incorrect treatments can make things worse. Medical care alone cannot heal what is broken spiritually. Likewise, religious rituals, superstitions, or methods rooted in occult or demonic power can bring deeper harm.
Healing must begin at the spiritual level. One must first be healed in spirit (3 John 1:2), receiving Jesus as the Christ (John 1:12) and being filled with the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 5:18). Through repentance and prayer, the grip of sin must be broken (James 5:13–16), and one’s environment must be cleansed of all spiritual influences that hinder faith (Matthew 12:25–29). Physical and mental healing should follow spiritual wholeness. Only after these steps should medical treatment be considered.
What follows after healing is just as important as the healing itself. One must continue in a life of faith, marked by thanksgiving and witnessing. This means being deeply imprinted with the gospel, firmly rooted in the Word, and enjoying prayer in all circumstances.
If you are a child of God and facing a severe illness, remember that your prayer, “the prayer of a righteous person,” is powerful and effective. (James 5:13–18). Enter into deep prayer, holding fast to the gospel until all your anxiety gives way to peace. Do not be consumed by worry, but instead experience the presence of God. “The peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus” (Philippians 4:6–7). God will raise you up as a witness of Christ to bring the message of healing to all nations.
Prayer. Father, make today a day of healing. By the power of the gospel, heal my spirit, soul, mind, and body. Fill me with Your Holy Spirit so I may testify to the healing of Christ to all people. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer for the Missions
Matthew 6:33. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.
Since the Holy Spirit dwells in us, we no longer pray like unbelievers or those who follow empty religious practices, chasing after the things of the world. Instead, when we pray, we align our hearts with God’s desire—His kingdom and His righteousness. Our God-given mission ultimately finds its fulfillment in world evangelization—reaching 237 nations and 5,000 tribes.
When we seek the proclamation of the gospel in all circumstances, God promises to provide everything necessary to fulfill His covenant of world evangelization: “All these things will be given to you as well” (Matthew 6:33). When every part of our live—family, work, studies, health, hopes, and dreams—is grounded in God’s plan of salvation, we will experience a life of true success.
If we fail to discover God’s will, we will be left vulnerable to doubt, anxiety, and self-reliance. Our hearts will lean on our own thoughts and experiences rather than His truth. But when we discover God’s plans in His Word, we will begin to see everything from His perspective.
God’s Word is living and active. It has the power to heal the disease of unbelief within us. Let the Word take root in your soul and steer the way you think and live. Since the Holy Spirit leads our lives, we don’t need to live in fear or anxiety. Our top priority is to seek His kingdom and His righteousness—and trust that He will take care of everything else.
Invite Jesus to the center of your life. Acknowledge Him in every area—your relationships, your time, your goals, and your decisions. Invest your life in what is eternal: the Triune God (Psalm 90:2), the Word (Isaiah 40:8), and those who came to Christ through you (1 Thessalonians 2:19). Be faithful with what God has already entrusted to you, even in the small things.
When you believed, you were born into God’s family. You were rescued from the power of darkness and brought into His kingdom. You now have access to His throne and hold the keys to the kingdom of heaven. You no longer belong to the world—you belong to heaven. So live today with confidence, knowing the privileges that come from your true identity and citizenship in Christ. Ask for the things above. Live with godly sorrow for the world. Place God and His kingdom first in all things.
And always remember: the foundation of your prayer is the name of Jesus. Don’t focus solely on receiving answers. The name of Jesus is your guarantee that God will provide what is best. Because you pray in the perfect name of Jesus Christ, you can trust Him completely with both the answers and the outcomes. Even when answers come in ways you didn’t expect, don’t be confused or discouraged—God is leading you in righteousness according to His absolute plans.
Prayer. Father, I thank You for blessing me with Your Word. I don’t want to dwell on the scars of the past, the problems of today, or the uncertainty of tomorrow. I want to discover Your perfect plans through Your Word. Let it take root in my soul so I may see everything from Your perspective. Guard my mind and heart through Your Word so I will not fall into unbelief. I desire to seek Your kingdom and righteousness above all in every situation. Restore in me the power of Your Word, the heart for evangelism and world missions, and a life of prayer. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer of Atonement
Psalm 66:18. If I had cherished sin in my heart, the Lord would not have listened.
Sin builds a wall between us and God. It blocks the channel through which His blessings flow. This is why we must confess our sins as soon as we fall, so that we may be cleansed from all unrighteousness (1 John 1:9). Honest confession restores our relationship with our Father.
True confession is not merely about feeling guilty, remorseful, or ashamed. It begins with the acknowledgment that all our problems, shortcomings, and sinful nature originated from the fall—when Adam broke the covenant with God. In confession, we expose what the devil has done, binding all people under the law of sin and death.
In our confession, we agree with the Word of God that we have become lovers of ourselves, caught in self-centeredness, self-reliance (Genesis 3), and the pursuit of worldly pleasures (Genesis 6) and success (Genesis 11). We begin to see how the devil has trapped us in frames shaped by worldly powers (Acts 13), economy (Acts 16), and culture (Acts 19). We recognize the influence of his snares, continually tempting us to live as slaves to sin.
We place ourselves before our Father, struggling inwardly, torn between the law of God and the law of sin, just as Paul described in his letter to the Roman believers (Romans 7:14–23). So we echo his confession: “What a wretched man I am! Who will rescue me from this body of death?” (Romans 7:24). But this cry is not the end—it leads us straight to the cross, where we also declare with Paul: “Thanks be to God, who delivers me through Jesus Christ our Lord!” (Romans 7:25).
The true confession of sin ultimately leads us to Jesus. He is our True King, who destroyed the power of the evil one and broke the chains of death. When we confess, we are declaring our freedom from Satan. He is our True Priest, who bore every curse and removed every disaster brought through sin. We come to Him, who has authority to forgive sin, and declare His and our victory over sin and death. And He is our True Prophet, who opened a new and living way to God so that we may live in peace with Him.
At the cross, the faithful and just God already forgave all our sins—past, present, and future—when Jesus, declared, “It is finished.” So when we confess, we do so not to earn forgiveness, but to step into the reality of what has already been accomplished. Through the Holy Spirit, God purifies us from all unrighteousness and renews our minds so that we can think on what is true, noble, right, pure, lovely, admirable—whatever is excellent or praiseworthy (Philippians 4:8).
The Holy Spirit reminds us that we are God’s beloved children, and that nothing can separate us from His love in Christ Jesus (Romans 8:37–39). Confession, then, is not a time of defeat but a time of restoration, reassurance, and renewal. It is one of the greatest privileges of being a child of God.
We must recognize that one of the most powerful sources of sin is our speech. James writes, “Above all, my brothers and sisters, do not swear—not by heaven or by earth or by anything else. All you need to say is a simple ‘Yes’ or ‘No.’ Otherwise, you will be condemned. Is anyone among you in trouble? Let them pray. Is anyone happy? Let them sing songs of praise” (James 5:12–13).
Our speech controls the direction of our lives and can either build up or destroy. That is why we must overcome the power of words rooted in unbelief, legalism, and failure. Instead, we are called to speak words filled with the gospel, faith, and victory. Whatever you store in your heart will eventually come out in your words. If you store up the gospel in your heart, you will walk in the way, the truth, and the life (John 14:6).
In all you do, experience the power of God, that is, the gospel (Romans 1:16). And the gospel is Jesus Christ our Lord (Romans 1:1-4). The Holy Spirit, who lives in you, will produce fruit in your life: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control (Galatians 5:22).
As others see the good that flows from your heart and life, they will witness the light of the gospel and give praise to your Father in heaven (Matthew 5:16). Your words are powerful. They can encourage and build up or harm and tear down. So let your speech always be gracious and seasoned with truth, so that you will know how to respond to everyone (Colossians 4:6). Speak faith, hope, and love. Ask God to fill your mind with the mind of Christ.
Prayer. Father, I thank You for Your unconditional forgiveness because of what Jesus has done on the cross. Help me to live under Your grace and proclaim the gospel of Your forgiveness to those still struggling under the power of sin. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer of Intercession
Ephesians 6:18. Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.
One of the greatest privileges we have as children of God is the privilege of making supplication for others on their behalf. This means that we are invited to stand in the gap for those who may not yet know God, who are struggling, or who are in need of grace and mercy. As intercessors, we are not merely asking for blessings for ourselves, but we are aligning our hearts with God’s compassionate purposes and pleading for His will to be done in the lives of others.
This sacred role allows us to partner with God in His redemptive work, just as Abraham pleaded for Lot, Moses prayed for Israel, and Jesus Himself intercedes for us at the right hand of the Father. To pray for others is to join in the ministry of reconciliation that brings hope, healing, and transformation.
When Abraham learned about God’s plan to destroy Sodom and Gomorrah, where Lot and his family lived, he earnestly interceded on their behalf. “Then Abraham approached him and said: ‘Will you sweep away the righteous with the wicked?’” (Genesis 18:16–33). Tragically, Sodom and Gomorrah were destroyed because not even ten righteous people could be found. Yet, Lot and his family were spared.
Scripture testifies to this: “So when God destroyed the cities of the plain, he remembered Abraham, and he brought Lot out of the catastrophe that overthrew the cities where Lot had lived” (Genesis 19:29). That is the power of intercessory prayer.
We are surrounded by unbelieving friends and family members. Like Naaman, the commander of the army of the king of Aram, they may appear successful, yet struggle with hidden wounds. “Now Naaman was commander of the army of the king of Aram. He was a great man in the sight of his master and highly regarded… but he had leprosy” (2 Kings 5:1–14). Many hide their spiritual sickness beneath outward success, just as Naaman concealed his leprosy under armor.
People are also wandering, “harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd” (Matthew 9:36). As a result, they are weary and burdened. “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). Though they may possess much, they live under the oppression of the devil. “God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and power, and… he went around doing good and healing all who were under the power of the devil, because God was with him” (Acts 10:38).
Spiritually dead and enslaved to sin, they are, by nature, objects of wrath. “As for you, you were dead in your transgressions and sins… gratifying the cravings of our flesh and following its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature deserving of wrath” (Ephesians 2:1–3).
God calls us to lift them up in prayer. Will we intercede for them as Moses did when the Israelites sinned in the wilderness? “Oh, what a great sin these people have committed! They have made themselves gods of gold. But now, please forgive their sin—but if not, then blot me out of the book you have written” (Exodus 32:32). Moses repented on behalf of the people, pleading with God to show mercy. He regarded the salvation of the Israelites as more important than his own, even to the point of offering to be blotted out of God’s book for their sake.
Never give up when you pray for others. Your prayer is powerful and effective. “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective. Elijah was a human being, even as we are. He prayed earnestly that it would not rain, and it did not rain on the land for three and a half years. Again he prayed, and the heavens gave rain, and the earth produced its crops” (James 5:16–18). Elijah’s prayer changed the course of nature and the destiny of a nation.
God will remember your intercession. He will remember you when disaster strikes the lives of those for whom you pray. He will use you to bring salvation through the power of the gospel.
Prayer. Father, I lift my unbelieving friends, family members, community, and nation to You. May Your grace be upon them so they may see the light of the gospel. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Prayer of Supplication
Philippians 4:6-7. Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7 And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
God has given us the right to bring our requests before Him when we believe in His Son. Jesus said, “Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete” (John 16:24).
This privilege is not because of anything we have done—nor by our strength, our efforts, or even our godly living—but entirely because of the power of the name of Jesus. A prayer offered in His name is powerful because His name is perfect and complete. The power in prayer comes not from us, but from Christ alone.
When we pray in the name of Jesus, the Holy Spirit begins to work in our lives. Jesus said, “If you then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” (Luke 11:13).
When the Holy Spirit moves in us, the impossible becomes possible, the difficult becomes easy, and best of all, He opens our eyes to understand the gospel. We come to realize that it is not by our effort, but by the Spirit who lives in us, that all things are made possible.
Therefore, the Word of God commands us not to worry but to “be filled with the Spirit” (Ephesians 5:18). So we wait on the promise of the Father, praying with all perseverance and supplication, trusting what Jesus declared: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (Acts 1:8).
If you are in trouble today, it may be the very moment God is inviting you to be filled with His Spirit. Ask in faith, and you will begin to live a life that testifies to the power of the Holy Spirit.
God has also given us authority over all the forces of darkness. Jesus said, “I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you” (Luke 10:19). When we pray in the name of Jesus, demons flee, as Jesus said, “But if it is by the Spirit of God that I drive out demons, then the kingdom of God has come upon you” (Matthew 12:28).
In the name of Jesus, we must stand against the god of this age who blinds minds so they cannot see the light of the gospel (2 Corinthians 4:4). We must take our stand against the schemes of the devil who works tirelessly to block the spread of God’s truth (Ephesians 6:10).
As watchmen in prayer, we are called to stand guard over our families, churches, workplaces, schools, communities, and nations. As the prophet declared, “I have posted watchmen on your walls, Jerusalem; they will never be silent day or night. You who call on the Lord, give yourselves no rest, and give him no rest till he establishes Jerusalem and makes her the praise of the earth” (Isaiah 62:6–7). The devil does not rest—he continues to bring disaster and confusion, for he knows his time is short. Neither should we rest in prayer.
When we cease to pray, the enemy comes and sows weeds among the wheat. Jesus told this parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away” (Matthew 13:24–25). The devil wants us to reap unbelief, envy, greed, ingratitude, failure, and frustration. But we must continue to sow the Word of life and victory, uproot the lies of the enemy, and cancel the attacks of the powers of darkness.
Here is the secret of victorious living in Christ: “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak” (Mark 14:38). Recalling these words of Christ, Peter later echoed this truth in his letter to the scattered believers: “Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour” (1 Peter 5:8).
Do not forget to ask God for the help of His angelic armies, for He has promised to send them to serve those who will inherit salvation: “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” (Hebrews 1:14).
So ask, as Elisha did. “’Don’t be afraid,’ the prophet answered. ‘Those who are with us are more than those who are with them.’ And Elisha prayed, ‘Open his eyes, Lord, so that he may see.’ Then the Lord opened the servant’s eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha” (2 Kings 6:16–17). God will act on your behalf through the ministry of His angels.
You are a precious and honored child of God (Isaiah 43:4). He will remember what you ask in faith and answer you according to His good, pleasing, and perfect will in His perfect time. So keep asking, seeking, and knocking, just as Jesus taught: “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you” (Matthew 7:7).
Your Father in heaven desires to give you good gifts when you ask—and far more than you could imagine. Listen to what He says to you: “You are my son; today I have become your father. Ask me, and I will make the nations your inheritance, the ends of the earth your possession” (Psalm 2:7–8).
Prayer. Father, I thank You for the right to ask anything in Jesus’ name. I know You delight in giving good gifts to Your children. So I will stop worrying and start asking, trusting that You hear me and will answer according to Your perfect will. Thank You for answering my prayer. In Jesus’ name, Amen.