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09/04/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Through Redemption*

*Today’s Verse:*
*Then they said to Him, ‘What must we do to perform the works of God?’ Jesus answered them, ‘This is the work of God, that you believe in Him whom He has sent’. - John 6: 28-29*

Seems simple enough, to believe in Jesus, then we’re doing the work of God. I know what you’re thinking, but what about miracles and all the cool stuff in the Bible, and how do we do that? If you’re asking how to spread the Good News and invite people to Jesus, it really does start with believing in Jesus and everything He says He is. There’s no earning, no hierarchy, just love, and mercy. The more we invest in our relationship with Jesus, the more He will seep out of us, like an inviting fragrance. People will notice, you’ll be different, and they’ll be curious. The more we get to know the heart of Jesus, the more He softens and heals us. We let Him in more and more, and we begin giving Him the keys to the locked rooms of our hearts. He touches, He heals, He loves, He redeems, and He gives purpose to our pain. He uses us to show others there is hope in Him. Just as God gave Himself up for us through His Son, we give ourselves up to Him in the most beautiful cycle of love and sacrifice.- Commentary by Kristina Taylor

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Father, thank You for the intentionality and gentle way You love us. Thank You for choosing us solely because You love us. I pray we don’t take Your gift for granted, and we intentionally step into it every day. Amen.*

09/03/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Holy Spirit Guides Us*

*Today’s Verse:*
*Now we have received not the spirit of the world, but the Spirit that is from God, so that we may understand the gifts bestowed on us by God. - 1 Cor. 2:12*

The Holy Spirit is God. He is sent by God to reside in us. He intimately knows us. As part of the mystery of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit knows our hearts and minds. He uses that knowledge to guide us in our prayer life and in our interactions with others. He helps us during prayer to know how to approach God, how to communicate with Him, to make requests, and give glory to Him. If we call on the Holy Spirit to help us, He will give us the words we need. He will lead us in our prayers to God and in our everyday lives. The Holy Spirit also allows us to see the gifts God gives us by opening our eyes, hearts, and minds to the blessings that surround us. We can only imagine how incredible it was for the disciples to have Jesus physically by their sides for three years. However, we should also consider how wonderfully blessed and fortunate we are to have the third person of God living inside us. - Commentary by Colleen Mallette

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Dear Holy Spirit, thank You for always being with me and guiding me through my day. Please help me with my words and prayers so I may be an instrument of God’s glory. Amen.🙏*

09/02/2026

*The Gospel Daily - A Bit Brighter*

*Today’s Verse:*
*This change of plans greatly upset Jonah, and he became very angry. So he complained to the Lord about it. - Jonah 4:1-2a*

We all seem to complain when things don’t go the way we want them to. It happens more often than not. Sometimes we don’t even realize we are actually doing it. Jonah had done what God had asked of him, in spite of how he felt. When the Lord did not pass judgment on the Ninevites, it struck a sour chord with Jonah. He probably wondered how this could be, these guys are horrible sinners. Why do they get a free pass, when I was swallowed by a giant fish for something far less? Many of us have probably had similar thoughts when things don’t go our way or life seems unfair. Bitterness, anger, and pride can often creep into our thoughts and cause us to act poorly. Remember God’s ways are above ours and His mercy is endless. Remember we are to forgive others as He has forgiven us and find peace in His forgiveness. - Commentary by Matthew Elliott

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Father God, I know I sometimes complain about my life. Today, I ask that You help me see more of the good than the bad. Show me how You would have me act when my life is hard or begins to take that sour turn. Amen.🙏*

09/01/2026

*The Gospel Daily - What Is That To You?*

*Today's Verse:*
*Jesus said to him, “If it is my will that he remain until I come, what is that to you? Follow me!” - John 21:22*

When my older brother, Michael and I were still kids, we competed against each other a lot. He’d win most of the time and that inspired me to practice more and get better. It also made our bond as brothers strong and to this day, we are close and share each other burdens. However, this wasn’t always the case because early on I knew my father favored him. I felt like an unwanted son. There were times when Michael would accompany him to the grocery and I wanted to come along but our father wouldn’t allow it. I’d ask him why but his answer was, “what is that to you if I only want to bring Michael?” It hurt me deeply, but that taught me over the years to focus on God instead. I learned to stop complaining about my misfortunes and not get jealous over the success of others. If you’re experiencing hardships while others are prospering, know that God has specific plans for you. Trust His timing and remember the last two words of Jesus in this Today's Verse: Follow me! - Commentary by: Mark Natividad

*Today's Prayer:*
*Heavenly Father, forgive us if we keep getting distracted with the success of others, rather than fixing our eyes on You and the blessings You shower upon us. Help us to be grateful and focus on Your will for us in our lives. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen.🙏*

08/28/2026

*The Gospel Daily - What Are You Working For?*

*Today’s Verse:*
*Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures for eternal life, which the Son of man will give you. For it is on Him that God the Father has set His seal. - John 6: 27*

The “American dream” seems to be the idea that if someone goes to college, graduates with a degree, gets a good job, gets married, has kids, and has a nice house things will be good for them. Then, if they add belief in God into the mix, nothing bad will happen to them and they will live an immensely blessed life. This idea limits God, like putting Him in a box that only blesses food that perishes. Sure, He does that sometimes, for His glory. But, what if God blesses us in bigger ways? What if the true blessing is in food that endures for eternal life? Accepting Jesus’ gift of eternal life is where it all begins. God moves in our lives in big and little ways, ultimately bringing glory to Him and His Kingdom. In addition, the Bible tells us that we will experience hardships, and we should count them as joy as we participate in the sufferings of Jesus. Perseverance produces character and character hope. The ultimate food that endures forever is the gift of eternal life. We should live in light of that, in light of eternity. - Commentary by Kristina Taylor

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Lord, we thank You for the gift of eternal life. Thank You for allowing our perspectives to broaden and trust in You and Your plan for us. I pray we look for You and for opportunities to share You. Amen.🙏*

08/27/2026

*The Gospel Daily - At Jesus’ Feet*

*Today’s Verse:*
*But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things; there is need for only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part, which will not be taken away from her.” - Luke 10:41-42*

Martha and Mary were friends of Jesus and were excited to welcome Him into their home during His travels (vs 38). However, Martha got upset that she was doing all the cooking and serving by herself. When she asked Jesus to correct her sister Mary for not helping her, she was frustrated at having to do everything. She probably also wished she could just leave it all and go join her at the feet of Jesus. What Jesus tells Martha in reply is that all of us need to put God first. Yes, the cooking, cleaning, and chores all need to be done, but God should be our number one priority. Jesus is saying not to let worldly things get between us and God, cause us to be anxious, or distracted. Don’t miss out on a loving relationship with God that needs our attention as well. Find time every day to go before Jesus in adoration and thanksgiving. Choose the better part of life! - Commentary by Colleen Mallette

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Dear Lord, thank You for inviting me to join You in prayer and communion today. Help me realize how important it is to take time to be with You, and to enjoy Your presence. Amen.🙏*

08/26/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Seeking Forgiveness*

*Today’s Verse:*
*When God saw what they had done and how they had put a stop to their evil ways, he changed his mind and did not carry out the destruction he had threatened. - Jonah 3:10*

Sometimes it’s really difficult to grasp how God works, isn’t it? There are moments when it seems His love is all that we see. While this is true, God reveals His love in many different ways. In this instance, God told the Ninevites that He was going to destroy them. While this might seem harsh in reality, it was a blessing. God sent Jonah so that the city would know their sins and repent. Because they repented, God was merciful, forgave them, and spared their lives. God works in mysterious ways, and we can not always be certain why things happen the way they do. Just know that God wants the best for you, so do like the Ninevites, repent for your sins and commit yourself to His teachings. - Commentary by Matthew Elliott

*Today’s Prayer:*
*Father God, please forgive me for the times I’ve needed to repent and haven’t done so. I pray that You help me examine my conscience daily and repent of my sins. Amen.🙏*

08/25/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Human Pity*

*Today's Verse:*
*And out of pity for him, the lord of that slave released him and forgave him the debt. But that same slave, as he went out, came upon one of his fellow slaves who owed him a hundred denarii; and seizing him by the throat, he said, ‘Pay what you owe.’ - Matthew 18:27-28*

This is a parable about two slaves who owed money. The first one owed a large sum to their master and was unable to pay, so he begged for mercy. Fortunately, he was heard then released and forgiven of the debt. However, the pity and forgiveness received by the first slave had no effect on his wicked heart. After receiving an act of kindness he did not repay it forward it from one person to another. Instead the second slave was thrown by the first fellow slave into prison for owing a much lesser debt to the first slave. Indeed, only God can change a human heart. He can either harden it (Exodus 9:12) or remove a “heart of stone” and replace it with a new one (Ezekiel 36:26). If you have ungodly habits and a desire for change, start from within and bring the matter to our Creator. Realize that your own pity and willpower are limited and can only sustain you for a little while. This matter is beyond self-help and only God can cleanse us and provide a new heart. - Commentary by: Mark Natividad

*Today's Prayer:*
*Heavenly Father, we humbly come before You and confess that we alone cannot remove the pain and hurt inside of our hearts. We seek Your help, and ask forgiveness for our sins and that You please give us a new heart. In Jesus Name we pray. Amen.🙏*

08/24/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Give In Secret*

*Today's Verse:*
*“But when you give alms, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, so that your alms maybe done in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you.” - Matthew 6:3-4*

In a world filled with constant appeals for charitable donations, it can be easy to become desensitized to the true spirit of giving. However, this passage reminds us that the essence of giving is found in the selfless act of sharing what we value with others, without seeking recognition or reward. The key is to give in secret, without drawing attention to ourselves. When we give out of a genuine desire to help, without the expectation of praise or accolades, we honor God and reflect the true nature of His grace. Our Heavenly Father, who sees all that is done in secret, will reward such acts of compassion and love. Rather than treating giving as a means of boosting our own status or popularity, we should give cheerfully and wholeheartedly, letting our actions speak for themselves. By doing so, we avoid the pitfall of practicing piety to be seen by others.

*Today's Prayer:*
*Heavenly Father, help us to be truly selfless in our giving, putting aside any desire for recognition or reward. May we give in secret, out of obedience and love for You and Your Word, knowing that You see all and will graciously reward our acts of kindness. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen.🙏*

08/21/2026

*The Gospel Daily - Desires of the Heart*

*Today’s Verse:*
*Rejoice, young man, while you are young, and let your heart cheer you in the days of your youth. Follow the inclination of your heart and the desire of your eyes, but know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment. - Ecclesiastes 11:9*�
There are moments in life that just don’t make any sense. However, everything that happens does play a part in molding us into who we are meant to be. Finding Joy through the desires of our hearts is a huge part of that molding process and reminds us that there is still lots of good in this world. There are also moments in all our lives that remind us that darkness through sin, still has a stronghold in our lives. As humans, we tend to chase the desires of our hearts through our stronghold of sin instead of the good or virtuous aspects of our lives. God wants us to find joy in this world, but not so much that it takes our eyes off Him. Chasing after our desires should lead us to virtue if we seek and go through God first. - Commentary by Matthew J. Elliot.

*Today’s Prayer: *
*Father, I have many desires and I know You have many for me as well. Today, I pray that You will align them all, so I am seeking the desires of my heart, first through the desires of Your heart. Amen.🙏*

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