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Times Of Refreshing Daily Devotional

Date: Friday, 31 January 2025

Focus: Pressing On with Endurance


Message: A new year is a fresh opportunity to commit wholeheartedly to God’s call and purpose for our lives. Just as Paul pressed on toward the goal, we too must run with perseverance, surrendering to God’s will and embracing the journey He has set before us.


Key Verse: Philippians 3:14 – “I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”


Fulfilling God’s call is a lifelong journey that requires endurance and faithfulness. Paul reminds us in Philippians 3:14 to press on toward the goal. The journey will have challenges—there will be moments of weariness, doubts, and trials—but the reward is eternal.

Many start strong but struggle to finish well. We must run with endurance, keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith. This year, let your commitment be unwavering. When obstacles arise, lean into God’s strength, stay faithful in prayer, and surround yourself with believers who will encourage and strengthen your faith.


Scripture Reading:
Hebrews 12:1 – “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”


Refreshing for the Day:
So, beloved, ask the Holy Spirit for renewed strength to run this race with perseverance. Take time to reflect on the long-term vision of your calling and commit to faithfulness in the small, everyday steps. Stay Refreshed!


Note This:
The race of faith is not about speed but endurance. Keep pressing forward, trusting God every step of the way.


Responsibility:
What small steps can you take today to build endurance in your faith journey?


Prayer:
O Lord, I choose to press on with endurance. Strengthen me to remain faithful and focused on the calling You have placed on my life. In Jesus’ name, Amen!


Prophetic Declaration:
I declare that I will run my race with endurance, pressing forward into God’s purpose with unwavering faith and perseverance. In Jesus’ name, Amen!


Bible Texts:

Philippians 3:14, Hebrew 12:1, Luke 9:62


As always, thank you for reading and until next time. May today’s Times of Refreshing refresh, encourage and empower you! For previous devotionals, please visit: www.thefountspring.org

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Obiorah, Emeka Prince is a Gospel Servant, an author, a counsellor, a teacher and a minister of the Word. He is a versatile writer and a blogger. He has written many articles published online. He is a member of the Catholic Charismatic Renewal of Nigeria, (CCRN). He is the author of Times of Refreshing Online Daily Devotional, a daily online devotional that was borne out of the inspiration and direction of the Holy Spirit. It ushers fresh breath into the souls of men, while refreshing and nourishing his spiritual wellbeing. He is the Founder and the Chairman Board of Trustee of The Fount Spring Empowerment Foundation, a non-governmental Organization formed to be a source of help to humanity towards empowering the people. He is happily married to Vivian and proud father to Testimony and Thanksgiving.