Day 167 · June 16

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

• Old Testament: 1 KINGS 15:25-17:24
• New Testament: ACTS 10:24-48
• Psalm: PSALM 134:1-3
• Proverb: PROVERBS 17:9-11

Old Testament

Israel’s kings continue their downward path, but Elijah appears and announces drought. God feeds His prophet, provides for a widow, and restores her son to life.

New Testament

Peter proclaims Jesus as Lord of all. While he speaks, the Holy Spirit falls on Gentiles, proving that God welcomes all who trust Christ.

Psalm

A short call for God’s servants to bless the LORD.

Proverb

God weighs hearts and relationships. The call is to integrity, not religious appearance.

Discover

Elijah raises a widow’s son, anticipating the life-giving power seen fully in Jesus. Acts announces Him as Lord of all and welcomes Gentiles by the Spirit.

Reflect

Do I truly believe Jesus is Lord of all people - not only people like me?

Fellowship

Share one place in today’s reading where you saw Jesus more clearly. Then discuss the reflection question together.

Go around the group and complete this sentence: “This week I saw Jesus in ______.” Keep it simple and give everyone room to answer.

Prayer

Lord Jesus, keep my eyes on You and shape my life by Your Word. Holy Spirit, give me grace to trust, obey, and follow You today. Amen.

Live

Treat one person you might overlook as someone Jesus came to save. Lord Jesus, help me not only to know Your Word but to live it. Transform my heart so that my life reflects You more each day.