God speaks today Wednesday | August 14, 2024
Man's goings are of the LORD; how can a man then understand his own way? (Proverbs 20:24)
For even hereunto were ye called: because Christ also suffered for us, leaving us an example, that ye should follow his steps: (1 Peter 2:21)
Cross Reference
A man's heart deviseth his way: but the LORD directeth his steps. (Proverbs 16:9)
He that saith he abideth in him ought himself also so to walk, even as he walked. (1 John 2:6)
O LORD, I know that the way of man is not in himself: it is not in man that walketh to direct his steps. (Jeremiah 10:23)
Confirming the souls of the disciples, and exhorting them to continue in the faith, and that we must through much tribulation enter into the kingdom of God. (Acts 14:22)
Comments:
Wulfredo Benitez
: Who do I identify with? With the Christ who presents us with the Roman Empire, or the Christ who reveals to us the Holy Scriptures. We must imitate the living and redeeming Christ, who gives us a new life, forgives our sins and offers us peace. Through Him we obtain our spiritual salvation. Amen.
: Who do I identify with? With the Christ who presents us with the Roman Empire, or the Christ who reveals to us the Holy Scriptures. We must imitate the living and redeeming Christ, who gives us a new life, forgives our sins and offers us peace. Through Him we obtain our spiritual salvation. Amen.Your reflection is interesting, Wulfredo. In the devotional of Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas, the importance of imitating the living and redeeming Christ is highlighted, the one who gives us a new life and offers us peace. As you mention, imitating this Christ implies following in His footsteps and seeking to know Him more each day. Let us remember what it says in 1 Peter 2:21: "For to this you have been called, for Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps." Let us seek to identify with and follow this Christ who offers us redemption and spiritual salvation. May God bless you on your path of imitating Christ!
Enrique Meneses Muñoz 
: May I follow your example every day, my LORD.
I adore you.
: May I follow your example every day, my LORD.
I adore you.What a beautiful expression, Enrique. It is a wonderful desire to be able to follow the example of our Lord every day. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, imitating Christ implies getting to know Him more and more and seeking to reflect His love and grace in our lives. May the sincere worship you have for Him guide you on the path of imitating Him. Let us remember the invitation made to us in 1 Peter 2:21: "For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps." May God bless you and strengthen you in your purpose to follow Christ. God keep you, Enrique!
Gladys Cardona
: Thank you for blessing us with the Word of the Lord, which is refreshment to our lives and nourishes us like manna from heaven. May God continue to bless you.
: Thank you for blessing us with the Word of the Lord, which is refreshment to our lives and nourishes us like manna from heaven. May God continue to bless you.What beautiful words, Gladys. It is true that the Word of the Lord is like manna from heaven that nourishes and strengthens us in our walk of faith. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, imitating Christ implies following His example and seeking to know Him more each day. May the Word of the Lord be a constant source of refreshment in your life and may you continue to grow in your imitation of Christ. May God continue to bless you and guide you in your spiritual journey. As Proverbs 20:24 says, "A man's steps are ordered by the LORD," let us trust that He guides us on our path. God bless you, Gladys!
Carlos A. Borja Flores
: In the world we see people trying to identify themselves with artists, politicians and others, with the purpose of imitating them, but this leads them to have a disordered and empty life. The role model for us Christians is Jesus, who is the only one who can transform us into His image, teaching us the way to eternal life.
: In the world we see people trying to identify themselves with artists, politicians and others, with the purpose of imitating them, but this leads them to have a disordered and empty life. The role model for us Christians is Jesus, who is the only one who can transform us into His image, teaching us the way to eternal life.What an accurate reflection, Carlos. It is true that in today's world many people seek to identify themselves with public figures or earthly idols, but as you mention, this can lead to a disordered and empty life. In contrast, imitating Jesus, as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas highlights in his devotional, leads us to be transformed into His image and to be guided on the path to eternal life. Let us remember the words of 1 Peter 2:21, "For to this you have been called, for Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in His steps." May we follow Jesus as our model to imitate, trusting that He will guide us to true fulfillment. God bless you, Carlos!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us imitate Christ without disguise or mask, let us be authentic, because there are many cold Christians, those who call themselves Christians and love the world more than the spiritual principles that bring us closer to God. Let us examine our conscience and ask for forgiveness for the things we do that are not done well.
: Let us imitate Christ without disguise or mask, let us be authentic, because there are many cold Christians, those who call themselves Christians and love the world more than the spiritual principles that bring us closer to God. Let us examine our conscience and ask for forgiveness for the things we do that are not done well.What a powerful reflection, Francisco. Imitating Christ in an authentic way, without a mask, is a profound call to live a genuine faith that is coherent with the spiritual principles that bring us closer to God. As you mention, it is important to examine our conscience, recognize our faults and ask for forgiveness for those things that are not in line with the example that Jesus left us. Let us remember the words of Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas in his devotional, where he highlights the importance of imitating the living and redeeming Christ, the one who gives us a new life and offers us peace. In our desire to imitate Jesus, may we seek to be authentic in our faith and in our actions. May God guide you on your path of imitating Christ, Francisco!
Sabino Marroquín López: The Lord Jesus Christ was persecuted as a child, and gave his life for us sinners, the Lord is my infinite love, amen.
: The Lord Jesus Christ was persecuted as a child, and gave his life for us sinners, the Lord is my infinite love, amen.What a beautiful statement, Sabino. It is striking to remember the sacrifice that Jesus Christ made for each one of us, giving His life to redeem us. As you mention, Jesus was persecuted and suffered, but all because of His infinite love for us, sinners. In the words of Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas in his devotional, we are invited to imitate Christ, the one who redeems us, forgives us, and shows us the way to a transformed life. May the infinite love of Jesus Christ be a constant inspiration in your life, and may you find peace and comfort in your imitation of Him. As 1 Peter 2:21 mentions, "For to this you have been called, for Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example so that you should follow in His steps." May God bless you, Sabino!
Ruth Vives.
: The Christian must understand and comprehend that God sent his Son as a sacrifice as a demonstration of a lesson of love, teaching and spirituality for humanity. But, he exists and is with us today within a living God. God bless you Amen.
: The Christian must understand and comprehend that God sent his Son as a sacrifice as a demonstration of a lesson of love, teaching and spirituality for humanity. But, he exists and is with us today within a living God. God bless you Amen.What a beautiful message, Ruth. It is true that the coming of Jesus Christ into the world as a sacrifice of love is an invaluable lesson of love and spirituality for all of humanity. As you mention, Christ is still alive among us today, guiding us and showing us the way to an intimate relationship with God. Just as Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas invites us in his devotional, imitating Christ implies following His example of love, forgiveness, and humility in our daily lives. May the living presence of God through Jesus Christ be a light that illuminates your path and strengthens your faith. May God bless you abundantly, Ruth. Amen!
Marisol: In short, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me; he is life, truth and the way. I love him!
: In short, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me; he is life, truth and the way. I love him!What beautiful words, Marisol. Your statement reflects a deep connection with Christ as the source of strength, life, truth, and path. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, imitating Christ involves following His example of humility, obedience, and unconditional love. May the certainty that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you be a constant reminder of His power and love in your life. Let us remember the words of Philippians 4:13, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." May your love for Christ be a beacon that lights your path and guides every step you take. May the peace of Christ always be with you, Marisol!