Day 339 · December 5
A devotional for today
Today’s readings
- Old Testament: HOSEA 1:1-3:5
- New Testament: 1 JOHN 5:1-21
- Psalm: PSALM 124:1-8
- Proverb: PROVERBS 29:5-8
Old Testament
Hosea’s painful marriage becomes a living picture of Israel’s unfaithfulness and God’s astonishing covenant love. Judgment is real, yet restoration is promised.
New Testament
Faith in Jesus overcomes the world. John centers eternal life in the Son: whoever has the Son has life.
Psalm
Israel remembers that without the Lord they would have been swallowed alive. Their help is in the Maker of heaven and earth. Proverb Summary Flattery traps people, while the righteous care about justice. Discover Jesus Jesus is the faithful Bridegroom who loves an unfaithful people and gives eternal life to everyone who trusts in Him. Reflect Am I trying to find life anywhere apart from the Son? Fellowship Talk about a time God rescued or restored you when you could not rescue yourself.
Prayer
Jesus, keep my heart faithful to You. Thank You that true life is found in You. Amen.
Live
Reject one false source of security and thank Jesus for His faithful love.