"Prayer Changes Everything" Devotion for Today

Y.E.S. Jesus Youth Encountering Savior Jesus
  • 0.0 (0)
  • CHRISTIANITY
  • UPDATED DAILY

Listen to Daily Devotion Podcast by Y.E.S. Jesus of Jesus Christ 1God 1Gospel Church Youth Ministry. It is a daily prayer devotion to start your day. It's purpose is to spread Scripture reading in a daily basis to begin your day. Join us every morning and let us all be the light and salt in today's Christian generation. Follow us on our public Podcast Platforms

  1. “The Rhythm of Grace”

    21 HR AGO

    “The Rhythm of Grace”

    January 4, 2026 Daily Devotional: ​ “The Rhythm of Grace” Lamentations 3:22-23  ​"Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness." ​There is a profound biological and spiritual significance to the way God designed our world. He created the sunset and the sunrise to act as a "reset" button for the human soul. ​In Lamentations 3, the prophet Jeremiah is sitting in the dark. He is mourning the loss of everything he knew. But as he looks toward the horizon, he realizes a fundamental truth about God, that His grace has an expiration date on itsbaggage, but no expiration date on its supply. ​ Let's break down this promise; ​"They are new every morning", This implies that yesterday’s mercies were for yesterday’s burdens. You cannot live today on yesterday’s breath, and you cannot survive today’s trials on yesterday’s grace. God meets you at the dawn with a fresh supply specifically calibrated for the next 24 hours. ​ "Great is your faithfulness"; Notice that Jeremiah isn't talking to himself anymore; he switches to talking to God. In the middle of his pain, he shifts from a monologue of misery to a dialogue of worship. He affirms that God’s track record is perfect, even when the current circumstances look broken. ​ We often carry the guilt of yesterday’s mistakes or the anxiety of tomorrow’s "what-ifs" into our current moment. This verse invites us to leave those weights at the bedside. ​ When you wake up, before you check your phone or start your to-do list, acknowledge the "newness" of the day. God isn't looking at you through the lens of your failures from 4:00 PM yesterday. He is looking at you with freshcompassion at 7:00 AM today, a thought to carry with us each day, is the 24 hour rhythm reset on God’s faithfulness. It is not a reaction to your performance rather it is a reflection of His character. The sun rose today because He is faithful. You woke up today because He is not finished with you. What "yesterday weight" are we trying to carry into today that God wants us to let go of? Looking back at our lives, what is one specific "sunrise moment" where God provided exactly what we needed at the right time?

    11 min
  2. “The God of the New”

    1 DAY AGO

    “The God of the New”

    January 3, 2026 Daily Devotional: “The God of the New” Isaiah 43:18-19 ​ ​"Forget the former things; do not dwell on the past. See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness andstreams in the wasteland." ​ We often spend our lives looking in the rearview mirror. Whether it’s the "glory days" we wish we could return to or the "painful days" we can’t seem to forgive ourselves for, the past has a way of anchoring us to a spot God is trying to lead us away from. ​ In this passage, God gives a startling command: "Forget the former things." He isn't telling us to have amnesia, rather He is telling us to stop letting the past define our present potential. At the time these words were written, Israel was in exile, longing for the way things used to be. God'sresponse wasn't a promise to recreate the old, but a declaration that He was doing something entirely fresh.​ Notice the characteristics of God’s "new thing" described here. It is active in the words "I am doing..." God isn't planning to start; He is already at work.   It is surprising in the words "Do you not perceive it?" Sometimes God’s work is so different from our expectations that we miss it because we are looking for the old patterns. And it is miraculous because He makesways in the wilderness where there is no path and streams in the wasteland where there is no life. ​ God specializes in the impossible. If you feel like you are in a desert season; dry, lost, or stuck. Take heart! The desert is exactly where God likes to build His highways. ​ Shift your gaze by identifying the anchor that has been holding you down. What "former thing" are you dwelling on? Is it a past failure, a lost season, or even a past success that makes today feel dull? Afterwards, look for the "sprout" in the text, it says the new thing "springs up" like a small plant. Look for the small, subtle ways God is moving today; be it a kind word, a new opportunity, or a sense of peace. And above all, trust the Waymaker; If you can’t see the path ahead, remember that God doesn't need a pre-existing road. He creates the road as you step out in faith.

    11 min
  3. “The Conjunction”

    2 DAYS AGO

    “The Conjunction”

    January 2, 2026 Daily Devotional: “The Conjunction” Psalm 66:12 ​ ​"You made men ride over our heads; We went through fire and through water. Yet You brought us out into a place of abundance. This verse is a powerful reminder that our current struggles are not a dead end, but a passageway. While the language of "fire and water" sounds intimidating, the promise at the end of the verse is one of the most beautiful in the Bible. The insight on Psalm 66:12 paints a picture of extreme trials."People riding over our heads" describes the humiliation of defeat, while "fire and water" represent the two most destructive forces in nature. Fire consumes; water overwhelms. ​ However, the most important word in this verse is "yet." The Psalmist doesn't say they stayed in the fire or drowned in the water. He acknowledges that while God allowed the testing, God’s ultimate goal was never their destruction. The fire was for refining, and the water was for washing away the old. The destination was always the "place of abundance". A Hebrew word (revayah) that literally means "saturation" or "overflowing." It’s the same root word used in Psalm 23 when David says, "my cup runneth over." Just  trust the divine process, Sometimes God leads us into difficult seasons not to punish us, but to prepare us. Just as silver is refined in heat, our character is often forged in the seasons where we feel "walked over" or overwhelmed. Always focus on the conjunction; "yet" When you are in the middle of a crisis, remember you are merely passing through it. It is a corridor, not a cage. The fire and water youare in today is not your final home.   Afterwards, expect the overflow! The "place of abundance" isn't just about material wealth; it's about a soul so saturated with God’s presence that it overflows to others. Your greatest season of ministry or personal growth oftenfollows your hardest season of testing.​

    11 min
  4. “The Umpire of Peace”

    3 DAYS AGO

    “The Umpire of Peace”

    January 1, 2026 Daily Devotional: “The Umpire of Peace” Colossians 3:15 ​ ​ "Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful." ​ In the original context, the word used for "rule" specificallyrefers to an umpire or a referee in an athletic competition. Think about the role of a referee. When a game gets chaotic, fast-paced, or heated, the referee steps in to make the call. They determine what is "in bounds" and what is "out of bounds." They maintain order so the game can continue toward its goal. ​ Paul is telling us to let the peace of Christ play that exact role in our internal lives. Our hearts are often a stadium of competing emotions: anxiety, ambition, hurt, and joy all shouting at once. Without an "umpire," we easily become overwhelmed by the loudest voice, which is usually stress. ​To let Christ’s peace rule means we give it the final say. When a thought comes in that causes turmoil or division, we check it against the peace of Christ. If it doesn't align with His character, it’s "out of bounds." In maintaining peace, Paul reminds us we are "members of one body." Peace isn't just a personal feeling; it’s a communal responsibility. The Community Connection in our internal peace directly impacts how we treat the people around us. The verse ends with a simple command, the gratitude guard reminds us "And be thankful." It is nearly impossible for anxiety and bitterness to rule a heart that is actively practicing gratitude. Thankfulness is the soil in which the peace of Christ grows. Whenever you feel a "foul" of anxiety or anger today, take a couple of seconds to breathe and name specific things you are thankful for. Watch how that shift in focus allows Christ’s peace to take the lead again.

    11 min
  5. “Turning Harm Into Good”

    4 DAYS AGO

    “Turning Harm Into Good”

    December 31, 2025 Daily Devotional: “Turning Harm Into Good” Genesis 50:20 ​ "You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives." ​ ​ The story of Joseph is a rollercoaster of betrayal, false accusations, and forgotten promises. Sold into slavery by his own brothers, imprisoned for a crime he didn’t commit, and left to rot in a dungeon, Joseph had every "right" to be bitter. However, at the end of his journey, standing before the very brothers who tried to destroy him, Joseph doesn't offer a lecture or a sentence of punishment. Instead, he offers a perspective shift. ​ Genesis 50:20 is one of the most powerful declarations of faith in the entire Bible. It acknowledges simultaneous realities of an intent and divine sovereignty. People may act out of malice, jealousy, or selfishness. The "harm" Josephfelt was real. However, God is not a passive observer of our pain. He is the Master Weaver, taking the dark threads of our suffering and weaving them into a tapestry of redemption. ​ God didn't just "fix" Joseph’s mess, He used the mess to save a nation. Your current struggle, whether it’s a difficult workplace, a broken relationship, or an unexpected setback. This is not outside of God’s reach. He is currently working behind the scenes to turn what was meant to break you into a bridge for someone else’s healing. ​  Is there someone you are holding a grudge against? Acknowledge the harm they did, release what ishurting and choose to believe that God’s plan for your life is bigger than their mistake. Ask God to show you how your current trial might be preparing you to help others in the future.​ Trust the process and remind yourself today thatwhile you may see a "detour," God sees a "delivery."​

    11 min
  6. “The Faithful Guard”

    5 DAYS AGO

    “The Faithful Guard”

    December 30, 2025 Daily Devotional: “The Faithful Guard” 2 Thessalonians 3:3 ​ ​"But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one."  ​In a world that often feels unpredictable and shifting, Paul offers the Thessalonians, and us, an anchor of absolute certainty, A promise we can lean on the faithfulness of God. While people may let us down and circumstances maychange without warning, God’s character remains constant. This verse highlights specific ways His faithfulness moves on our behalf. God doesn't just watch us from a distance; He "strengthens" us. This is an internal fortification. When you feel weary or overwhelmed by the demands of life, Hisgrace provides the spiritual muscle needed to keep standing. The enemy seeks to disrupt your peace and purpose, but God acts as a shield. Like a sentry guarding a city gate, the Lord stands between you and the spiritual forces that aim to pull you off course. ​ Notice the word "But" at the beginning of the verse. It serves as a contrast to the "wicked and evil men" mentioned in the previous verse. It’s a reminder that even when human opposition is real, God’s protection is morereal. You aren't surviving on your own willpower; you are being sustained by a Promise-Keeper. ​ Today, as you head into your responsibilities, try these three shifts in perspective: Firstly, is to release the worry, If you’ve been carrying a "what if" scenario in your mind, consciously hand it over. Remind yourself that the Lord is faithful.​ Secondly, ask for fortification, Instead of asking for the challenge to disappear, ask God to "strengthen" you through it.​ And lastly, walk with confidence for you are not an easy target. You have a Divine Guard, you are living under the Shield. Walk into your meetings, your home, or your community knowing that you are protected.

    10 min
  7. “The Memory of Grace”

    6 DAYS AGO

    “The Memory of Grace”

    December 29, 2025 Daily Devotional: “The Memory of Grace” Jonah 2:7 ​ "When my life was ebbing away, I remembered you, Lord, and my prayer rose to you, to your holy temple."  ​ There is a specific kind of clarity that only comes when we reach the end of ourselves. For Jonah, that moment was literal and claustrophobic; trapped in the darkness of a great fish, In the belly of the deep, surrounded by the suffocating weight of the ocean. ​ The phrase "when my life was ebbing away" describes more than just physical exhaustion, it describes the moment we realize we have no more cards to play. We’ve run out of strength, out of excuses, and out of "Plan Bs." ​But look at what Jonah does in that darkness, He remembers. In the middle of a crisis caused by his own disobedience, Jonah didn't let shame keep him silent.He didn't wait until he was back on dry land to start talking to God. He understood a vital truth that God’s presence isn't restricted by our location or our failures. Even from the depths of the sea, Jonah’s prayer "rose." It didn't get stuck in the water but it bypassed the storm and the scales and went straight to the heart of the Father.​ You don't have to wait for "better days" to reconnect with God. Whether you are in a "whale" of a situation because of your own choices or simply because life is hard right now, your memory is a powerful tool. Remember His character. Remember His past faithfulness. The moment you turn yourthoughts toward Him, your prayer is already standing in His "holy temple."​ What is one specific time in the past when God showed up for you? Write it down and use that "memory" as your anchor for whatever challenge you're facing today.

    10 min
  8. “Love’s Perfect Rescue”

    27/12/2025

    “Love’s Perfect Rescue”

    December 28, 2025 Daily Devotional: “Love’s Perfect Rescue” 1 John 4:18  ​ "There is no fear in love; but perfect love casteth out fear: because fear hath torment. He that feareth is not made perfect in love."  ​ Fear and love are the two most powerful drivers of the human heart, but they cannot occupy the same space at the same time. Think of it like a room filled with darkness; the moment you bring in a light, the darkness doesn't "fight" back but it simply ceases to be there. ​ John tells us that "perfect love casteth out fear." To "castout" is a strong term. It means to drive something away, to expel it, or to throw it out with force. Often, we try to fight our fears with willpower, logic, or avoidance. But the Bible gives us a different strategy, focus on the love because fear focuses on punishment. Love focuses on this relationship, when we truly understand how much we are loved by God,  love that is "perfect" because it is based on His character rather than our performance, where there is fear of failing, the fearof the future, and the fear of judgment that begin to lose their grip. You don't have to be perfect; you just have to be perfectly loved.  Identify a specific fear tormenting you today. Instead of arguing with the fear, meditate on a specific way God has shown His love to you this week.​ Rest in the Father Almighty and live fearlessly.  Remember that "perfect love" comes from God, not from your own ability to love others. You are the recipient of this love before you are the giver of it. Let yourself be loved today!

    10 min
See All (1.4K)

Trailer

About

Listen to Daily Devotion Podcast by Y.E.S. Jesus of Jesus Christ 1God 1Gospel Church Youth Ministry. It is a daily prayer devotion to start your day. It's purpose is to spread Scripture reading in a daily basis to begin your day. Join us every morning and let us all be the light and salt in today's Christian generation. Follow us on our public Podcast Platforms

Information