Christian Daily Meditation

Seeking the Truth   Hungering for Righteousness    Matthew 5:6   "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be filled."   Prayer   Dear Heavenly Father, as I seek Your truth today, I ask that You give me a deep hunger and thirst for righteousness. Help me to desire what is good and holy in Your eyes. In Jesus' name. Amen. Background   Matthew 5 is part of Jesus ’ Sermon on the Mount, where He teaches His disciples and the crowd about the nature of true blessedness. The Beatitudes, found in verses 3-12, describe the characteristics of those who live according to God’s will and the blessings they will receive. In verse 6, Jesus speaks specifically about the need to hunger and thirst for righteousness, which is the desire to live in a way that pleases God. Those who sincerely seek this will be satisfied by God Himself. Be Encouraged   When Jesus said, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for right...

Seeking the Truth The Word of Truth John 17:17 "Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth." Prayer Dear Heavenly Father, as I come before You today, I ask for Your guidance and wisdom to understand the truth found in Your word. Open my heart and mind to receive the message of truth as revealed in Your holy Scriptures. May Your truth change me and lead me closer to You. In Jesus' name. Amen. Background In John 17, we see a prayer offered by Jesus just before His arrest and crucifixion. This chapter is often referred to as the High Priestly Prayer, where Jesus intercedes not only for His disciples but also for all who would believe in Him through their message. In verse 17, Jesus prays for the sanctification of His followers through the truth, which He declares to be God's word. Today's title sets the tone for this week's theme by focusing on the role of truth in our spiritual growth. Be Encouraged The word of God is the foundation of truth. ...