It All Points to Jesus

Day 352 · December 18

A devotional for today

Today’s readings

Old Testament

Habakkuk wrestles honestly with violence and God’s methods. He learns that the righteous live by faith and ends worshiping even when circumstances collapse.

New Testament

Trumpet judgments intensify, exposing the destructive kingdom of darkness and humanity’s stubborn refusal to repent.

Psalm

Exiles grieve deeply over Jerusalem. Scripture gives words even to painful emotions while leaving justice with God. Proverb Summary Do not slander another person or meddle destructively in their relationships. Discover Jesus Jesus calls His people to live by faith when they cannot understand everything God permits. Faith does not deny pain; it trusts God within it. Reflect Can I rejoice in God even before my circumstances improve? Fellowship What question have you brought honestly to God this year, and what has faith taught you?

Prayer

Lord Jesus, when I do not understand, help me live by faith and still rejoice in You. Amen.

Live

Name the difficulty honestly, then choose one reason to rejoice in God.

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