Day 357 · December 23
A devotional for today
Today’s readings
- Old Testament: ZECHARIAH 4:1-5:11
- New Testament: REVELATION 14:1-20
- Psalm: PSALM 142:1-7
- Proverb: PROVERBS 30:21-23
Old Testament
Zechariah learns that God’s work is accomplished not by human might or power but by His Spirit. God also exposes and removes wickedness.
New Testament
John sees the Lamb with His people and hears the call to endure faithfully as judgment approaches and the earth’s harvest ripens.
Psalm
David pours out his complaint when no human refuge seems available and confesses that God Himself is his refuge. Proverb Summary Disordered power can become unbearable when people receive position without wisdom or humility. Discover Jesus Jesus is the Lamb who stands secure with His redeemed people. His kingdom advances by the Spirit, not by our strength. Reflect Where am I relying on my own strength instead of the Holy Spirit? Fellowship Name one burden you need to stop carrying alone and bring it to God together.
Prayer
Holy Spirit, accomplish in me what human strength cannot. Keep my eyes on the Lamb. Amen.
Lord Jesus, keep Your Word alive in us. Make us faithful, humble, loving, and ready for Your coming. Amen. Week Preview The final week takes us through Zechariah’s clearest pictures of the coming King, the pierced One, and the reigning Lord, while Revelation brings Babylon down and opens the door to New Creation.
Live
Before pushing harder, pray: Not by might, but by Your Spirit.