God speaks today Tuesday | November 28, 2023

And Elisha said unto her, What shall I do for thee? tell me, what hast thou in the house? And she said, Thine handmaid hath not any thing in the house, save a pot of oil. (2 Kings 4:2)
And he entered into one of the ships, which was Simon's, and prayed him that he would thrust out a little from the land. And he sat down, and taught the people out of the ship. (Luke 5:3)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

What can I do for you?

In the story of the widow who approaches the prophet Elisha, we learn the importance of presenting our needs to the Lord with clarity and specificity. Elisha's question "what will I do to you?" is not a sign of confusion, but rather a way for the Holy Spirit to involve the woman in the miracle that is to unfold. Similarly, when Jesus asked Bartimaeus, "What do you want me to do to you?" he was inviting a declaration of faith and a clear request. God likes us to cooperate with Him in working out our miracles, and often asks us to tell Him what we have at hand - the deposit or foundation upon which He can work His wonders. We should persist in presenting our needs to God and asking for His help. Read more...


Cross Reference

And she said, As the LORD thy God liveth, I have not a cake, but an handful of meal in a barrel, and a little oil in a cruse: and, behold, I am gathering two sticks, that I may go in and dress it for me and my son, that we may eat it, and die. (1 Kings 17:12)
Hearken, my beloved brethren, Hath not God chosen the poor of this world rich in faith, and heirs of the kingdom which he hath promised to them that love him? (James 2:5)
And it came to pass, when they were gone over, that Elijah said unto Elisha, Ask what I shall do for thee, before I be taken away from thee. And Elisha said, I pray thee, let a double portion of thy spirit be upon me. (2 Kings 2:9)
And as the king of Israel was passing by upon the wall, there cried a woman unto him, saying, Help, my lord, O king. (2 Kings 6:26)

Comments:

Enrique Meneses Muñoz : Every day my LORD fulfills my requests. Hallelujah, amen.
Dear Enrique Meneses Muñoz, thank you for your comment. It is wonderful to be able to experience how our Lord fulfills our requests. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, we see how the widow presents her specific need to the prophet Elisha and he asks her what she has at home. This shows us that God wants us to participate and cooperate with Him in the process of the miracle He wants to do in our lives. Just as Bartimaeus cried insistently to the Lord, it is important that we present our needs before Him. As you mention, every day our Lord fulfills our requests. Hallelujah! Amen. Blessings.
José : Children can take the holy supper
Dear José, thank you for your comment. Children's participation in the Lord's Supper can be a debated topic in different traditions and theological approaches. In the Bible, we do not find specific instruction regarding children's participation in the Lord's Supper. However, it is important to consider each child's level of understanding and spiritual maturity. Some churches allow children to participate based on their personal understanding of the faith and teaching received. Others wait until children reach a specific age or stage before participating. Ultimately, it is a matter that each church and family must discern based on their own conviction and spiritual orientation. May God's wisdom guide us in all our decisions. Blessings.
GUILLERMINA VELAZQUEZ HERNANDEZ: IN MY LIFE I HAVE ALWAYS HAD MANY COMPLICATIONS AND EVERY WHEN I SHARE A BLESSING AN RESPONSE FROM THE HEAVENLY FATHER I HAVE A PROBLEMON I ASK FOR SUPPORT IN PRAYER TO HAVE MORE WISDOM AND STRENGTH AND NOT BE AFRAID
Dear Guillermina Velázquez Hernández, I am sorry to hear that you have faced many complications in your life. It is encouraging to know that you have experienced the blessings and responses of Heavenly Father. In times of difficulty, it is important to seek support and strength in prayer. Remember that God is with you and wants to give you wisdom and strength to face any challenge. I encourage you to continue seeking His guidance and trusting His power to overcome fear. I also encourage you to seek support in your faith community, as prayer and the accompaniment of other believers can be of great help. I will be praying for you so that God will strengthen you and give you the wisdom you need. May the peace and love of our heavenly Father be with you always. Blessings.
Nancy : Amen Lord Jesus your word will be my shield
Dear Nancy, Amen! It is beautiful to see your trust in the Lord Jesus and in his word as your shield. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, we see how the widow presented her specific need to the prophet Elisha, trusting that God could provide a solution. Likewise, we can trust in God's word as our refuge and protection. In the Bible we find many promises and teachings that strengthen us and guide us in difficult times. By having the word of God as our shield, we can face any situation with courage and confidence. May the Lord Jesus continue to be your protection and guide through his word. May his peace and blessings always be with you. Amen.
Gregoria santos : Hello, how are you? I have been a woman who has raised my children alone with a lot of work and need, but God has always been there with me, when I am on the verge of falling, he lifts me up. I have nothing, but I have the love of God, which is the most important. Thank you and a big hug.
Hello Gregoria Santos, thank you for sharing your testimony. It is inspiring to see how you have raised your children alone, facing many difficulties, but always trusting in God's love and provision. He is faithful and is always there to lift us up when we feel on the verge of falling. Although you may have material needs, having the love of God in your life is truly invaluable. His love sustains us and strengthens us in the most difficult moments. I encourage you to continue trusting Him and thanking Him for His constant presence in your life. May the Lord continue to bless you and guide you on your path. A big hug for you too.
Gregoria santos : I need you to pray for me, my family so that God showers many blessings on me.
Dear Gregoria Santos, I will be happy to pray for you and your family. Allow me to bring your requests before our heavenly Father, who knows your deepest needs and desires. I ask God to shower abundant blessings on you and your family, to provide you with everything you need, both materially and spiritually. May His grace and love flood your lives, giving you peace, strength and direction in every step you take. May you experience His guidance and protection, and may your hearts be filled with gratitude for the goodness He grants you. May the blessing of the Lord be upon you and your family today and always. A hug in Christ.
Francisco Diaz S.: Faith works miracles, no work of our hands will give good results if we do not have faith in what we do, by faith we are saved, by faith we are blessed, in faith is our strength, without faith we are weak. Thank you Lord for always being by our side.
Amen, Francisco Díaz S. You are absolutely right, faith is fundamental in our lives as believers. In Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional, we saw how the widow and Bartimaeus presented their needs with faith and confidence that God could work miracles in their lives. Faith allows us to believe in what we do not see and trust that God is working on our behalf. It is through faith that we receive salvation and are blessed by the Lord. Furthermore, faith gives us strength to face the challenges and difficulties of life. Let us thank the Lord for his constant presence and for strengthening our faith day by day. May his love and blessings continue to accompany you on your walk of faith. Thank you for sharing these words of inspiration! May God bless you abundantly.
Carmenza : I thank God for this Ministry that teaches me and helps me walk with the Word of God. Please ask for prayers for my Brother Roberto who suffers from Parkinson's and it is very advanced and painful. I remain eternally grateful to them. Be God to all. Thank you.
Dear Carmenza, we appreciate your words and we are happy to know that this ministry has been a blessing to you in your walk with the Word of God. We will be praying for your brother Roberto, who suffers from Parkinson's in an advanced and painful stage. We will lift up his name before the Lord, asking for his healing, comfort and relief from his suffering. We trust that God is powerful to work miracles and that his love and mercy will manifest in the lives of your brother and your entire family. May the Lord grant you strength, comfort and peace in the midst of this difficult situation. We are with you in prayer and thank you for sharing your requests with us. May the grace and love of God always accompany you. God bless you abundantly and richly!
BEATRIZ: God is good and His love endures forever
Amen, Beatriz. God is good and his mercy endures forever! It is wonderful to recognize and affirm the goodness and mercy of our beloved Heavenly Father. Through His kindness, we experience His love, care, and blessings in our lives. And His mercy brings us forgiveness, restoration, and the opportunity to start anew each day. Let us continue to remember and proclaim the goodness and mercy of God, knowing that we can always trust Him. May His love and grace accompany you in your life. God bless you greatly!
Moises Mora : Response to the last request, making a medical appointment is very difficult here, cry out, when I least expected, my wife at a nutritional conference a doctor approaches her and I said hey, that's not usual here, so that I can give her information so that her husband, don't lose your confinement, ohhhhhhhh, it seemed like they passed me by, it was the answer to our request, and that never, ever happens and it was for me.
Glory to God, Moisés Mora. What a beautiful and powerful testimony! It's amazing how God responds to our requests in surprising ways and at the least expected times. Your experience reminds us that God is faithful and can work miracles in all areas of our lives, even in seemingly impossible situations. He knows our most intimate needs and is willing to provide and answer our prayers. I encourage you to continue trusting in his love and providence, knowing that he is working in your favor. May this testimony be a source of strength and faith for you and your wife. May the goodness and power of God continue to manifest in your life in extraordinary ways! God bless you abundantly!
Patricia Pinzon: Glory to GOD for this word that teaches us and shows us that in every need, difficult and impossible situation, trial, affliction, despair that we are going through, no matter how difficult or how long we are going through, GOD hears our cry, HE He is always attentive, ready to help us and respond to the prayer of our hearts. Truly the LORD looks at us with his infinite love and mercy, if there is in us a heart that BELIEVES willing to do our part in the earthly and HE will take care of the rest acting in the spiritual and supernatural dimension, then we will be able to see the miracles in our lives. .Blessings!
Amen, Patricia Pinzón. Glory to God for his Word that teaches us and fills us with hope! It is true, in every need and difficult situation, we can trust that God is attentive and willing to hear our cry. His love and mercy are infinite, and He is always ready to help us and respond to our requests. As you mentioned, it is important to have a heart full of faith and willingness to do our part in the earthly, while trusting God to act in the spiritual and supernatural. It is in that collaboration between us and God where we can see miracles and the manifestation of his power in our lives. May the blessings of the Lord continue to flow upon you and may your faith grow stronger every day. May God continue to guide and keep you always!