Devotion for Wednesday, July 23, 2025

“They did not find any, even though many false witnesses came forward. But later on two came forward, and said, “This man stated, ‘I am able to destroy the temple of God and to rebuild it in three days’” (Matthew 26:60-61).

Of course they did not find any.  The Lord speaks the truth.  The only way was for someone to lie.  This world does not like the truth.  Jesus tells us what He is able to accomplish.  We may not believe Him, but He speaks truth.  Your body is the temple of the Lord and He created You.  He desires to dwell with You forever.  Your life comes from Him and is sustained by Him.  Live in relationship with the Lord.

Lord, I can only begin to comprehend these things.  You have given me life and You have Your design for that life.  Help me to live according to Your will and not my will.  In You alone will I find meaning and purpose.  Guide me dear Lord to live the way You are directing me to live and not according to the way of this world.  Lead me in Your goodness and mercy always to humbly submit to You in all things.

Lord Jesus, You took on the punishment of sin for my sake.  You did this so that I could live into the relationship You intend for me to live forever.  Guide me so that I may now and always abide humbly in Your presence and purpose.  Lead me and help me to follow You no matter what is happening in the world around me.  Guide me now and forever in Your love and into the purpose of the Father.  Amen.