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Renewal

The Vow Remembered

Returning to the God Who Called You

Beloved, stop for a moment and breathe. Not the shallow breath of busyness or burden, but a deep soul-breath that whispers, “God is near.” This day—this Holy Thursday—is more than remembrance. It is a summons. A sacred trumpet blast echoing from the Upper Room through the centuries, calling you to renew your vow to God.

Do you remember the moment you first said yes to Him? It was the start of renewing your vow to God.

The moment you felt His love break through your shame, when you wept, when your knees buckled beneath the weight of mercy, when you swore—“Wherever You lead, I will go”? That vow was not just emotion. It was covenant. Heaven recorded it. Angels rejoiced. God smiled.

But what has become of it?

Perhaps you still go to church. Perhaps your Bible still lies open in the morning light. But has your heart grown cold beneath the surface? Has routine dulled the flame? Has the voice of the world crept into your spirit, quieting the voice of the Lord?

This day is not for condemnation, but for consecration. Return to your first love. The table is still set. The towel is still in His hands. And His eyes still burn with the same fire that called Peter from the nets and Mary from the crowd. He is calling you—yes, you—to renew your vow to God.

The apostle Paul did not run half a race. He did not make half a vow. He said, “I die daily” (1 Corinthians 15:31, NASB). Why? Because the path of following Yeshua requires daily surrender, daily submission, and daily intimacy. Paul also declared, “I have been crucified with Christ; and it is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me” (Galatians 2:20, NASB). Have you made peace with the crucified life? Perhaps it is time to renew your vow to God.

You see, the vow you made wasn’t just to believe. It was to belong. To belong wholly to Him. To hold nothing back. To follow Him into gardens of sorrow and mountains of transfiguration, to feast and to fast, to rejoice and to suffer, all for the joy set before you—Him.

So today, renew it. Not with shallow words or emotional fluff, but with trembling awe. Say it again:

“I am Yours. All I have is Yours. All I hope to be is Yours.” Take this chance to renew your vow to God.

Let your soul say, “I will follow even if no one else does. I will walk with You even when I do not understand. I will obey even when it hurts.” These are the vows of a disciple. These are the vows of the Bride.

Beloved, this night we remember how Yeshua took bread and broke it. He lifted the cup and said, “This is My blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for forgiveness of sins” (Matthew 26:28, NASB). And in doing so, He invited us not to comfort, but to covenant. Not to casual belief, but to costly love. With this, He calls us to renew our vows to God.

Will you make that vow again?

Will you weep where you once wept? Will you serve where you once served? Will you repent where you once repented? Will you renew your vow to God?

Let the altar of your heart be rebuilt. Let the fire of first love be reignited. Let your knees find the floor once again. He is worthy. He who washed feet still washes hearts. He who poured out blood still pours out grace. He who died for you still lives to walk with you.

This Holy Thursday is your moment to step back into the flame. Not tomorrow. Not next week. Now.

Prayer

O Lord my God, I return to You with my whole heart. I renew the vow I once made and confess that I have strayed in ways I did not even see. Forgive my apathy. Forgive my pride. Forgive my self-reliance. I give You my allegiance again—not with mere words, but with my life. Help me to run this race with perseverance. Help me to die daily that You might live through me. Wash me again, renew me again, and anoint me to walk in Your will. I vow this day to follow You, no matter the cost, for You alone are worthy. In the name of Yeshua, my Savior and King. Amen.

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Hypocrisy

Stand Before the King 

Tuesday’s Final Call

Beloved, imagine walking beside Yeshua on that Tuesday of Holy Week. The air in Jerusalem crackles with tension. The Temple gleams in the sun, but beneath its grandeur lies corruption. As He enters, the eyes of the Pharisees follow Him—sharp, suspicious, and seething. Yet He walks forward with resolve. The Lion of Judah does not shrink. He speaks—not to flatter—but to awaken, to expose, and to call to repentance. On this day, Jesus confronts hypocrisy openly.

“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites…” (Matthew 23:13, NASB). His voice echoes through the Temple courts. These were not curses, but cries of heartbreak. Yeshua, the Holy One, saw past robes and rituals into hollow hearts. He saw men who spoke of righteousness but did not know God. And now He speaks to you, to me—not to shame us, but to set us free.

Jesus confronts hypocrisy, and He begins with His own people.

He exposes when we pray long prayers in public but neglect secret communion with the Father. He rebukes when we tithe the smallest herbs but withhold forgiveness. He weeps when we speak of revival but refuse repentance. He is not looking for fans—He is looking for followers who will love Him in truth. Even today, Jesus continues to confront hypocrisy, calling us to deeper authenticity.

“You clean the outside of the cup, but inside you are full of robbery and self-indulgence” (Matthew 23:25, NASB). Yeshua’s words are fire—not to destroy, but to refine. Have you allowed Him to confront the unseen? Are there corners of your heart you’ve kept hidden? This is not the hour for shallow living. This is the hour to burn with holiness.

After silencing every trap and exposing every facade, Yeshua turned His face to the Mount of Olives. There, He revealed the end of the age. He told His disciples of wars, famines, and false prophets. But more than signs, He gave warnings: “Be on the alert then, for you do not know the day nor the hour” (Matthew 25:13, NASB). Then He told of ten virgins—five wise, five foolish. Of servants entrusted with talents. Of sheep and goats divided by how they lived.

These stories are not for the archives. They are for today.

He is still calling. Still warning. Still pleading: “Be ready. Be faithful. Be real.” You cannot borrow oil at midnight. You cannot fake fruit at the throne. And you cannot serve two masters and still say you know Him.

Beloved, today is your Tuesday in the Temple. Let the King walk through your soul. Let Him turn over every table of pride, every counterfeit praise, every dead work. Let Him cleanse the court of your heart. This is not judgment—it is mercy in motion.

Jesus confronts hypocrisy, not to condemn you, but to claim you as His own.

You were not saved to look holy. You were saved to be holy—set apart, Spirit-filled, and flame-lit. You were made to live with a clear conscience, a tender heart, and eyes locked on eternity.

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O King who sees through all my ways,
Burn off the chaff with holy blaze.
Let no pretense in me remain—
Just love that dances in the flame.

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Prayer

Father, I open the gates of my heart to You. Search me. Know me. Strip away every layer of pretense. I repent for seeking appearances over intimacy, for speaking truth with my lips while my heart drifted far. Cleanse me, Yeshua, as You cleansed the Temple. Let my life become a house of prayer, a vessel of Your Spirit, a flame burning in the dark. I yield every corner to You—make me real. Make me ready. Let me be counted among the faithful when You return. In Yeshua’s holy name, amen.

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Worship

Worship Comes First

“Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.” — Matthew 4:10 (NASB)

Children of the Most High, let your hearts be still before the weight of this command: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.” It is not a suggestion. It is not a light instruction for the casual believer. This is the cry of Heaven—the heartbeat of the throne. God demands first our worship, then our work. He who fashioned us in the secret place calls us not to build, not to strive, not to labor first—but to bow, to behold, to burn with holy love.

This is Palm Sunday. The streets once filled with voices shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the Name of the Lord!” Palms waved. Cloaks fell to the dust. They worshiped with their words, but their hearts were far off. In a week’s time, the same crowd would cry, “Crucify Him.” They celebrated a King, but not a cross. They loved the moment, not the Man. They wanted victory, but not surrender. Worship that does not lead to obedience is only noise.

Yeshua, tempted in the wilderness, responded not with might or miracle, but with adoration: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.” Satan offered Him dominion without devotion, but our Savior would not trade intimacy with the Father for influence in the world. The Church must not either.

O beloved, how quickly we forget. A soul is stirred, and we say, “Now go! Preach, teach, build!” But God says, “Wait. Sit. Worship.” The disciples, even after walking with Yeshua, were not released to the nations until they tarried in Jerusalem. Not because they lacked knowledge, but because they lacked power. And not just power to work—but power to worship. Power to be undone in God’s presence. Power to love Him rightly.

The Holy Spirit did not fall in a marketplace. He descended upon worshipers in an upper room. Tongues of fire rested on heads bowed low. The power they received was not primarily for signs, but for surrender. Not first for proclamation, but for praise. God’s greatest works are born in the womb of worship.

Hear the truth plainly: A worker without worship becomes a performer. A servant without adoration becomes a slave. But the worshiper—he cannot help but serve. He is caught up in the beauty of God, and his hands move only in response to the heartbeat of Heaven.

This is why many burn out. This is why churches grow cold even as programs multiply. Because they have built altars to usefulness and forsaken the altar of awe. They labor without gazing. They produce without presence. But the Spirit of God will not bless what bypasses worship.

Let your soul be gripped by this: “Worship the Lord your God, and serve Him only.” The order is divine. The pattern is perfect. The power flows from it.

Speechless in the Presence of God
Speechless in the Presence of God

When Moses met God on the mountain, he worshiped. When Isaiah saw the Lord high and lifted up, he was undone. When John, the beloved, beheld the risen Christ, he fell as though dead. Before they moved, they worshiped. Before they spoke, they trembled. Before they led, they adored.

Do not seek the assignment until you have seen His face. Do not run into the world with empty hands and distracted hearts. Let the fire fall first upon your altar. Let your soul be enraptured, admiring, adoring. Then, and only then, go.

For the work done by the worshiper carries eternity within it. It is not of man, but of God. It bears His fragrance, His power, His authority. The worshiper serves from overflow. His mission is an echo of Heaven. His labor, an act of love.

So return, child of God. Return to the secret place. Return to the feet of Yeshua. Lay down your tools. Set aside your ambitions. Lift your eyes. Worship comes first.

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Before the hands, let hearts arise,
To seek the flame that never dies.
No greater work than this I find—
To love the Lord with all my mind.

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Prayer

Holy Spirit, awaken me again to the glory of worship. I repent for running ahead without resting at Your feet. Draw me near to the altar, where the only fire that matters falls. Teach me to serve not out of striving, but out of surrender. Let my lips burn with praise before they speak of You. Let my heart be pierced before my hands are used. Restore to me the wonder, the awe, the holy fear that comes from seeing You rightly. Yeshua, You are worthy of all. My life is Yours—first in worship, then in service. In Your holy name, Amen.

See Also

Personal Holiness, Sin

Worship Above All

Escaping Idolatry’s Grip

Article 7 in the 12-part series on Overcoming Sin

You were made to worship. Not as a duty, but as a delight. From the moment you were formed in your mother’s womb, your soul was wired to gaze, to adore, to exalt. The question has never been if you will worship—but who or what. The heart is an altar, and something always burns upon it.

In this generation, idolatry no longer wears the mask of carved statues and golden calves. It hides behind ambition, screens, relationships, and even religious routine. But the danger is no less real. Idolatry is any affection, pursuit, or priority that competes with your worship of God. It is a thief that dresses like fulfillment but drains your spirit. It whispers, “You need this to be whole,” but it leaves you emptier than before.

“You shall have no other gods before Me,” the Lord commanded (Exodus 20:3, NASB). This is not a suggestion—it is a cry from the jealous heart of a holy God who loves you. Not because He needs your worship, but because He knows your life will be fractured until He is your first love again.

The Hidden Golden Calves

In the days of Moses, Israel traded the glory of El Shaddai for a golden calf they could see, touch, and control. They wanted a god on their terms. And so do we. But anything we worship that we can control is not a god—it’s an idol.

Today, your idol might not be made of gold, but it may be just as polished: a career that defines you, a relationship you refuse to surrender, a reputation you protect more than your prayer life. Some even idolize their own emotions—worshiping comfort above obedience. But the truth stands firm: you become like what you worship. If your heart bows to success, you’ll be driven and restless. If you worship God, you will become like Him—pure, steadfast, and free.

The Altar of the Heart

Let me offer you an image—a simple one, but sacred. Picture a man in an old farmhouse. The wind howls outside as night settles in. He enters a dusty barn where a wood stove sits cold and silent. The man kneels and begins to build a fire: dry kindling first, then logs. Slowly, with patience, he stirs the embers. A small flame catches. He leans close, feeding it with breath, shielding it from the wind until the fire glows strong and steady.

That stove is your heart. The fire is your worship. The world is cold, and your soul cannot survive unless it is kindled with the presence of God. You must return to that altar daily. You must clear out the ashes of yesterday’s distractions and false loves. You must feed the fire with the truth of Scripture, the song of the redeemed, the cry of surrender.

Only One Can Reign

Yeshua did not die so you could have Him plus your idols. He died to set you free from the tyranny of false gods. He called us to love the Lord with all our heart, all our soul, all our mind, and all our strength (Mark 12:30, NASB). There is no room on the throne of your heart for two kings.

And yet, how gentle He is with us. He does not tear down our idols to shame us—He removes them to restore us. He turns over the tables not to humiliate, but to cleanse His temple. You are that temple. He is reclaiming His altar.

How to Escape Idolatry’s Grip

To walk in freedom, begin here:

  1. Identify the idol. What consumes your time, thoughts, or affections more than God?
  2. Tear it down. Confess it. Renounce it. Ask the Holy Spirit to break its power.
  3. Return to true worship. Carve out space to adore God, not for what He gives, but for who He is.
  4. Guard the altar. Keep distractions out. Feed the fire daily.

Your freedom begins when your worship returns.

Prayer

El Shaddai, I repent for every idol I’ve allowed into Your sanctuary. Forgive me for loving created things more than the Creator. Tear down every false god in my heart and take Your rightful place again. Stir up in me a fresh fire of worship. Let me seek You above all, long for You above all, and treasure You above all. Cleanse my heart, set it apart, and make it an altar where only You reign. In the holy name of Yeshua, amen.

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Effective Prayer

Covenant Prayer: Remembering God’s Promises

Prayer That Holds to God’s Promises

There are moments in prayer when you feel strong, full of faith, and ready for battle. And then there are moments when you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to take another step. This is where covenant prayer becomes essential—it is not about your strength, but about remembering God’s faithfulness.

Elijah, a mighty prophet of God, knew what it was to stand in power. He had just called down fire from heaven, defeated the prophets of Baal, and proven the authority of YHWH (1 Kings 18). But after that great victory, he fled in fear. Exhausted and discouraged, he collapsed under a broom tree, feeling utterly alone.

“Then he lay down and fell asleep under a broom tree; but behold, an angel touched him and said to him, ‘Arise, eat!’” (1 Kings 19:5, NASB)

Elijah was ready to give up, but God remembered His covenant with him. God did not rebuke him for his weakness—He sustained him. Covenant prayer is built on this truth: Even when you are weak, God remains faithful. His promises do not fail.

The Broom Tree: A Symbol of God’s Sustaining Covenant

The broom tree, under which Elijah rested, is a desert shrub known for its ability to survive in harsh, dry conditions. It doesn’t grow tall, but its branches spread wide, providing just enough shelter from the scorching heat. It is not a place of luxury—it is a place of survival.

This is where Elijah met God—not in his strength, but in his lowest moment. And God met him there, not with judgment, but with provision.

Covenant prayer is like resting under the broom tree—it is not about what you feel or how strong you are. It is about holding fast to what God has already spoken.

Why Covenant Prayer Sustains You in Every Season

1. Covenant Prayer Is Built on God’s Faithfulness, Not Your Feelings

Elijah felt abandoned, but God had not abandoned him. Your emotions may waver, but God’s promises do not. You do not pray based on what you feel—you pray based on what He has declared.

“God is not a man, that He would lie, Nor a son of man, that He would change His mind; Has He said, and will He not do it?” (Numbers 23:19, NASB)

2. Covenant Prayer Sustains You in Seasons of Weariness

There will be times when you cannot fight, when you feel like giving up. God meets you in those places, just as He met Elijah under the broom tree. He does not require endless striving—He asks you to trust in His provision.

“My flesh and my heart may fail, But God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” (Psalm 73:26, NASB)

3. Covenant Prayer Reminds You That God Always Finishes What He Starts

Elijah thought his ministry was over, but God wasn’t finished. If God has called you, He will sustain you. If He has spoken, He will fulfill His word. Covenant prayer declares, “Lord, You have done it before, and You will do it again.”

“For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable.” (Romans 11:29, NASB)

How to Pray with a Covenant Mindset

  • Declare God’s past faithfulness. Remind yourself of what He has already done.
  • Rest in His provision. Stop striving and allow His presence to sustain you.
  • Speak His promises over your life. Pray the Word of God, not just your emotions.
  • Trust in His perfect timing. Elijah didn’t see the full picture—neither do you. Wait on the Lord.

A Call to Trust in the Covenant

Where do you find yourself today? Are you standing strong, or are you lying under the broom tree, exhausted from the journey? God sees you. He has not forgotten you.

Your prayers do not need to be perfect—they need to be anchored in His unchanging covenant. Rest in His faithfulness, stand on His promises, and trust that He will sustain you in every season.

Prayer

Father, I come before You, not in my strength, but in trust. You are faithful, even when I feel weak. Remind me of Your covenant, of the promises You have spoken over my life. Teach me to rest in Your provision and to pray with unwavering faith. I choose to hold fast to Your Word, knowing that You will complete what You have started. In Yeshua’s name, Amen.

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Forgiveness

White as Snow: A Deep Cleansing in Christ

“Come now, and let us debate your case,” Says the Lord, “Though your sins are as scarlet, They shall become as white as snow; Though they are red like crimson, They shall be like wool.” —Isaiah 1:18 (NASB)

A Surface Clean vs. a Deep Clean

Fresh snow blankets the ground, turning everything white and beautiful, just like being white as snow. The dirt, mud, and dead leaves of yesterday disappear beneath its pure covering. But we know the truth: underneath, nothing has changed. The filth is still there, hidden for now, but waiting to be revealed when the snow melts.

This is how many people approach their spiritual lives. They try to cover their sins with good deeds, religious routines, and outward morality. But surface-level righteousness cannot make us truly clean.

The White Shirt Stained Red

Imagine spilling red wine on a white shirt. No matter how much you scrub with water, the stain remains. Now, picture using a powerful detergent—one that goes beyond the surface, breaking down the stain at its core. Only then is the shirt truly white again, as white as snow.

Sin works the same way. We cannot wash it away on our own. Good works might make us look clean for a while, but deep down, the stain remains—unless Yeshua washes us with His blood.

Yeshua’s Blood Cleanses Completely

God never intended for us to live under a temporary covering. In the Old Testament, sacrifices only covered sin for a time. But Yeshua’s blood washes sin away completely, making us white as snow.

The psalmist cried out, “Purify me with hyssop, and I will be clean; Wash me, and I will be whiter than snow” (Psalm 51:7 NASB). This is not just forgiveness—it is transformation.

Jesus Wants More Than Appearances

Yeshua rebuked the Pharisees, saying:

“You clean the outside of the cup and of the dish, but inside they are full of robbery and self-indulgence.” —Matthew 23:25 (NASB)

They looked holy, but inside, they were corrupt. Jesus doesn’t want religious performance—He wants a renewed heart, made pure like white as snow.

A New Life, Not Just a Covering

You may feel unworthy. You may believe your past is too stained. But the blood of Christ is greater. No sin is too deep for His cleansing power.

Stop settling for a temporary fix when Yeshua offers you a brand-new life. Come to Him today, and be washed white as snow.

Prayer

Yeshua, cleanse me completely. Wash away every stain, every hidden sin, and make me new. Let me be as white as snow—not just on the outside, but in the depths of my soul. Amen.

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Revival, The Pursuit

The Lord Is Near—Do Not Turn Away

Beloved, hear the voice of the Lord—do not harden your heart, for The Lord Nears.

{Day Five}

God’s Unchanging Call to You

God never changes. He is I AM (Exodus 3:14), the eternal foundation against which all things are measured. Though the world shifts and people falter, God remains faithful, merciful, and ready to forgive (Psalm 86:5). The Lord nears, His love is abundant, His mercy overflows, and He calls to all who will listen.

Yet, He does not leave us as we are. He desires a transformation—not just an outward confession but a deep, lasting renewal in our souls. The Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment (John 16:8), not to condemn but to bring true, lasting life. Indeed, the Lord nears to bring transformation.

If you hear His voice today, do not resist (Hebrews 3:15). The hardened heart shuts out the voice of God, but the heart that is tender before Him will be filled with His presence as the Lord nears.

The Spirit Moves in Power

When the Word of God is spoken, the Spirit moves. As Peter preached, the Holy Spirit fell upon all who heard (Acts 10:44). This is not a distant event—it is the reality of God at work today. The Lord nears through His Word.

God’s Word is not empty—it is living, active, and powerful. Those who receive it become living letters, written not with ink, but by the Spirit of the living God, inscribed upon human hearts (2 Corinthians 3:3). Your life becomes a testimony, a witness of the transforming power of God.

But transformation requires surrender. The Spirit does not merely declare us righteous—He makes righteousness our desire. The atonement in Christ’s blood has made this change possible, and the Holy Spirit makes it a reality.

What Must You Do?

If the Spirit is speaking to you, do not ignore Him. The enemy wants to keep you indifferent, distracted, or convinced that you can wait. But now is the time to seek the Lord.

Here’s how you can respond:

1. Call upon Him in prayer. Open your heart to Him and invite the Holy Spirit to reveal anything that needs to change. Remember, the Lord nears those who seek Him.

2. Repent and surrender. If there is sin in your life, confess it and ask God to cleanse you. He is ready to forgive (Psalm 86:5).

3. Read His Word with expectation. The Spirit speaks through Scripture—let it shape you.

4. Act on what you hear. Obedience is the key to spiritual growth. The more you follow His leading, the more His presence will be evident in your life.

5. Stay in community. Surround yourself with believers who encourage and challenge you to walk in faith.

A Final Warning and a Promise

The Lord is near—do not turn Him away. Indifference is dangerous. When we reject the voice of the Spirit, our hearts grow cold, and the conviction we once felt fades. But for those who seek Him, He will answer.

“Seek the Lord while He may be found; call upon Him while He is near.” (Isaiah 55:6)

God is calling—will you answer?

See Also

Revival, The Pursuit

The Way is Open

Day Three: The Veil Was Torn—The Way Is Open

Beloved, do you not know? The way to the Father stands wide open! From the moment Yeshua cried out, “It is finished!” and breathed His last, the veil of the temple was torn from top to bottom (Matthew 27:50-51). Not by human hands, but by the hand of El Shaddai Himself. No more separation. No more barrier. No more distance between God and man.

That veil was not a mere curtain. It was thick, woven, nearly impossible to tear. It was the division between the Holy Place and the Most Holy Place—the very presence of God. Before, only the high priest could enter, and only once a year, bearing the blood of sacrifice. But now, by the blood of Yeshua, the door is forever open. His flesh was torn so that we might enter in. The veil is torn, and the way is clear. The invitation stands.

The Anointing Remains

Yet some of you have forgotten what He has placed upon you. You once walked in the power of His anointing. You once burned with vision and passion. But time has passed. Trials have come. You have faced testing, and perhaps you have fallen. The enemy whispers, “It is gone. You are disqualified.” But he is a liar. What God anoints remains anointed.

The prophet Samuel anointed David as king long before he sat on the throne. Years of exile, caves, betrayal, and battle did not remove the oil of God upon his life. The anointing did not fade in the wilderness. It did not weaken in the waiting. It endured. Just like when the veil was torn, the anointing does not fade.

Even now, the Spirit of the Lord reminds you: “For the gifts and the calling of God are irrevocable” (Romans 11:29, NASB). His anointing upon your life is not fragile. It does not evaporate with time. It does not dissolve in the fire. What He placed upon you then is still upon you now.

Arise and Reclaim It!

Hear the call of the Lord: Arise! Reengage! Step back into the vision He gave you. The time of hesitation is over. The time of delay has passed. The Spirit of God says, “Return to Me, and I will return to you” (Malachi 3:7). Seek Him, and you will find Him. Call upon Him, and He will answer (Jeremiah 33:3).

What has been dormant will awaken. What was buried will rise. The embers still burn beneath the ashes—breathe upon them, O Lord! Even now, the anointing that was placed upon you is stirring again. It has not left you. It has not weakened. He is calling you to step forward once more, as when the veil is torn and the way is open.

Lay everything before Him. Surrender it all anew. Return to the fire of His presence. The way is open, the veil is torn, and the anointing remains. Step in!

A Prayer of Returning

Father, I come before You, humbled and hungry. I lay everything at Your feet—every fear, every failure, every doubt. I know Your calling has not changed, Your anointing has not lifted, and Your presence has not departed. Ignite me again. Stir the fire within me. I seek You, knowing You will be found. I turn to You, knowing You are here. Just as the veil is torn, restore me, O Lord, and let me walk in the fullness of what You have spoken over my life. In the name of Yeshua, my King and High Priest, amen.

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Devotion to God, Faith

Day Two: God’s Call to Refocus on Him

Beloved, God’s faithfulness is unshakable. Though the mountains crumble and the hills quake, His covenant of peace will never fail (Isaiah 54:10). Like the mountains that surround Jerusalem, El Shaddai surrounds you with His steadfast love and protection, both now and forever (Psalm 125:2). This truth reminds us that no matter the storms or uncertainties we face, the Creator of heaven and earth holds us securely in His hands, calling us to refocus on Him.

Yet, in His unfailing compassion, Yeshua calls us to a deeper walk with Him. He reminds us that our energy, our heart, and our very lives belong to Him. So often, we chase after the fleeting comforts and distractions of this world—things that will one day fade away. But He calls us higher. He calls us to seek first His kingdom and His righteousness (Matthew 6:33), to lay aside the weight of worldly pursuits, and to press into His presence with all our heart, soul, and strength (Deuteronomy 6:4-6), responding to God’s call to refocus on Him.

The mountains, though mighty, stand in awe of His works (Psalm 65:8-9). How much more should we—redeemed by the blood of Yeshua HaMashiach—offer ourselves as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God? (Romans 12:1). This is our true worship: to love the Lord with every ounce of who we are, pursuing Him with undivided hearts, and letting Him renew our minds so we might live according to His perfect will, obedient to God’s call to refocus on Him.

Common sins often weigh us down, keeping us from fully pursuing God’s call on our lives. These include pride, greed, lust, envy, bitterness, laziness, idolatry, and unchecked anger. Even good things like comfort, entertainment, and the pursuit of material wealth can become distractions when they take priority over God. Which of these are distracting you from seeking God’s face and walking more fully in His will? Take a moment to reflect and ask the Holy Spirit to reveal anything in your life that needs to be surrendered to Him, so you can refocus on God’s call.

Let today be a turning point. Lay down every distraction, every sin that entangles, and every idol that has stolen your focus. Set your eyes on Him, the Author and Perfecter of your faith. When you choose to store up treasures in heaven rather than on earth, your heart will overflow with His light, His peace, and His purpose (Matthew 6:19-24) as you heed God’s call to refocus on Him.

God surrounds you, strengthens you, and calls you. Pursue Him. Press in. Give Him your all, and answer His call to refocus on Him.

Prayer:

Abba Father, I come to You, humbled and ready to surrender all that has taken my focus from You. Forgive me for chasing after the temporary when You are eternal. Surround me with Your steadfast love and draw me closer to Your heart. Help me to lay down every distraction and press into Your presence, seeking first Your kingdom and righteousness. Transform my mind and renew my spirit so that my life reflects Your glory. I want more of You and less of me. In Yeshua’s name, Amen.

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Remnant

Trust God, Return to Him

My friends, the Bible is filled with the cries of a loving God, pleading for His people to return to Him, to trust Him, and to walk in His ways. He has proven Himself faithful in every generation, and He is calling you today. Trust God and return to Him now.

The Lord says, “Return to Me, and I will return to you” (Malachi 3:7). He has not forgotten you, and He has not abandoned you. He is near, waiting for you to turn back to Him. He promises, “I will never [under any circumstances] desert you [nor give you up nor leave you without support]” (Hebrews 13:5).

Throughout history, God has revealed His power to save and His heart to forgive. Trust and return to God, for He is merciful:

  • “The Lord will fight for you while you [only need to] keep silent and remain calm” (Exodus 14:14). He delivered Israel from Pharaoh’s armies, and He will deliver you from whatever enslaves you.
  • He said to Joshua, “Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go” (Joshua 1:9). That same God is with you today.
  • “No weapon that is formed against you will succeed” (Isaiah 54:17). In Christ, you are more than a conqueror.

The psalmist declared, “The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear?” (Psalm 27:1). “The Lord is near to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” (Psalm 34:18). My friends, if your heart is broken, if your spirit is crushed, you are not alone. God is near to you right now, and He is ready to lift you up. Trust God who is near, and return to Him for He is ready to lift you up.

Jesus Himself said, “Come to Me, all who are weary and heavily burdened [by religious rituals that provide no peace], and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28). He offers you peace—not as the world gives, but as only He can give (John 14:27).

Have you wandered away? Have you let the cares of this life pull you from God? He says, “Even if your sins are as scarlet, they will be as white as snow” (Isaiah 1:18). “I will forgive their wickedness, and I will no longer remember their sin” (Jeremiah 31:34). Trust God and return to Him, for His mercy endures.

He loves you so much that He sent His Son, Jesus Christ, to die for you. “For God so loved the world, that He gave His only Son, so that everyone who believes in Him will not perish, but have eternal life” (John 3:16). There is no greater love!

Today, God is calling you to trust Him. To let go of fear. To turn from sin. To run back to Him. He says, “You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart” (Jeremiah 29:13). Trust God, return to Him. Will you come?

Pray This:

“Lord, I have wandered far, but today I hear Your voice. You are my refuge, my strength, my Savior. Forgive me, cleanse me, and restore me. I place my trust in You, Lord Jesus, and I surrender my life to You. Lead me, guide me, and teach me to walk in Your ways. Thank You for Your love and Your grace. In Jesus’ name, Amen.”

And remember, my friends: “If God is for us, who can be [successful] against us?” (Romans 8:31). God loves you. Trust Him, return to Him. He will never fail you!

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