It is a common plover (a type of bird ) about the size of a robin. It is easily recognized by its wailing noise and two black breast bands. They are usually found in the United States and Central America. They are called Killdeer because of the wailing noise they make that actually sounds like "kill-deer". The most interesting thing about this bird however is that,it is a master of distraction. When it lays eggs or has chicks and you go near the nest, it jumps away from the nest and pretends to have a broken wing 🪽. When you think it is vulnerable and decide to go after it, it will move a little further on. It will continue to do that until you are far away from the nest. The Killdeer will then suddenly have a healthy wing 🪽 and will fly away. Interestingly, that is how the enemy behaves. Anytime you go close to what God has for you,he finds a way to distract you. Suddenly, everything looks like it is going against you. Friends and family turn against you and finances are not forthcoming. The proverbial "all hell breaking loose". Successful people however know that this is rather an indication of being close to the breakthrough. It shows something good is about to happen for you. So when distraction comes, it is time to dig in your heels,stand firm and push 🫸 on. When Tobiah and Sanballat tried to distract Nehemiah he said "I am doing a great work and I cannot come down "(Nehemiah 6:3). Don't allow anyone or anything to distract you from your purpose. Have a lovely day .

Keep the faith and don't give up!

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Daily Devotion — August 26 | Acts 21:19 (NKJV)

Giving God All the Glory

When Paul arrived in Jerusalem, he met with James and the elders of the church. Rather than speaking about his own accomplishments, Paul carefully recounted everything God had done through his ministry among the Gentiles. He recognized that every changed life, every new church, and every victory belonged to the Lord alone.

Paul's example teaches us that true servants of Christ give glory to God instead of seeking recognition for themselves. God is the One who changes hearts, opens doors, and produces spiritual fruit. We are simply His willing servants, privileged to participate in His work.

For believers today, this verse encourages us to regularly reflect on God's faithfulness and openly share His goodness with others. Testimonies of God's grace strengthen fellow believers, inspire faith, and remind us that He is still working powerfully in the lives of His people.

Reflection Questions

1. How has God been faithful in my life recently?

2. Do I give God the glory for the blessings and opportunities He provides?

3. Who could be encouraged by hearing what God has done in my life?

Prayer

Lord God, thank You for Your faithfulness and for allowing me to be part of Your work. Help me to give You all the glory for every blessing and every opportunity to serve. May my life always point others to Your goodness and grace. In Jesus name Amen.

Practical Application

● Share a testimony of God's faithfulness with someone this week.

● Thank God daily for His work in your life.

● Give God the glory whenever others notice the fruit of your service.

Takeaway Thought

Every good work is an opportunity to glorify the God who makes it possible.

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“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.””
‭‭John‬ ‭16‬:‭33‬ ‭ESV‬‬

So thankful to know my peace is within Jesus. For so long I served the world partying, seeking escapes and freedom from the tribulations in my life. But I learned that God, and God only can give me true peace. because he came, he gave and he overcame the things of this world. if it wasn’t for him sacrificing himself, for a lowly sinner like me, I would have never known what real joy is. Glad to know I was on his mind when he was on the cross. He iss so so good

“You have armed me with strength for battle; you have subdued my enemies under my feet.”
Psalm 18:39

“The Lord is my strength and my song; he has become my salvation.”
Isaiah 12:2

“The Lord is good, a stronghold in the day of trouble; he knows those who take refuge in him.”
Nahum 1:7

WHAT IF GOD’S DELAY IS PART OF THE PLAN? | Trust God’s Timing

Sometimes God's answer doesn't come when we expect it.

But waiting does not mean God has forgotten you.

There may be something happening behind the scenes that you cannot see yet. Like Abraham and Joseph, we can learn to trust God even when the journey takes longer than expected.

Proverbs 3:5–6
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart…”

Whatever you are waiting for today, don't lose faith.

God is working. Trust His timing.

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And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, 'Take heart, my son; your sins are forgiven.'—Matthew 9:2

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Today’s Scripture

John 2:12 (ESV)

“After this he went down to Capernaum, with his mother and his brothers and his disciples, and they stayed there for a few days.”

Opening the Scriptures

The first great sign at Cana was complete.

Jesus had manifested His glory, and His disciples believed in Him.

John now records something that may appear much less important. Jesus traveled to Capernaum with His mother, His brothers, and His disciples, and they remained there for a few days.

There is no miracle recorded.

There is no great public teaching.

There is no dramatic event.

Yet John includes this ordinary moment in his Gospel.

Jesus Christ, the eternal Son of God who became flesh, truly entered human life. He traveled from place to place. He spent time with His family and disciples. He experienced the ordinary rhythms of life in this world.

The glory revealed at Cana belonged to the same Jesus who now traveled with those around Him.

Living God’s Word Today

We can easily begin to think that only dramatic moments matter in the Christian life.

We remember conversions, answered prayers, great acts of ministry, powerful sermons, and extraordinary circumstances.

But most of our Christian lives are not lived in extraordinary moments.

They are lived in ordinary days.

We wake up.

We work.

We care for our families.

We speak with neighbors.

We serve others.

We fulfill responsibilities.

We read God’s Word.

We pray.

And then another day begins.

These ordinary days matter.

Christian faithfulness is not measured only by what we do when something extraordinary happens. It is also revealed by how we live when nothing remarkable seems to be happening.

Are we faithful when nobody notices?

Are we truthful in ordinary conversations?

Are we patient with our families?

Do we work honestly?

Do we continue reading Scripture when we do not feel spiritually excited?

Do we continue following Christ when life seems routine?

The disciples had witnessed an extraordinary sign at Cana.

Now they simply continued traveling with Jesus.

That is discipleship.

We follow Christ through remarkable days and ordinary ones.

Our circumstances change.

Our Lord does not.

Do not spend your life waiting for some great spiritual moment while neglecting the opportunities for obedience God has placed before you today.

Faithfulness in small things matters.

Faithfulness in ordinary days matters.

Faithfulness when nobody applauds matters.

Wherever Christ leads, continue following Him.

Question for Today

Will you faithfully follow Christ even when today seems completely ordinary?

Respond: “Lord Jesus, help me to be faithful every day.”