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Believers' Digest A Devotional Resource for Spiritual Growth ► Listen to This Devotion Cultivating Godly Demeanour Bible Reading: Proverbs 31:10–31; 1 Peter 3:3–10 Key Verse "Favour is deceitful, and beauty is vain: but a woman that feareth the LORD, she shall be praised." — Proverbs 31:30 (KJV) The greatest influence a believer can exert upon the world is not through wealth, status, or eloquence, but through a life that consistently reflects the character of Jesus Christ. In these perilous times, when moral values are rapidly declining and ungodliness is gradually becoming the order of the day, God is calling you and I to stand out as shining lights through a godly demeanour. A godly demeanour is the outward manifestation of an inward transformation produced by genuine salvation. It is evidenced by humility, holiness, love, purity, gracious speech, obedience to God's Word, steadfast faith, and...

Posterity has it that at either every occasion warranting the display of superior authority, God always wins. HEAD OR TAIL, GOD WINS ❀ ✿ ❀ ✿ ❀ Bible Reading: Nehemiah 6:15,16 Key Verse "And it came to pass, that when all our enemies heard thereof, and all the heathen that were about us saw these things, they were much cast down in their own eyes: for they perceived that this work was wrought of our God" (Nehemiah 6:16, KJV). ✿ ❀ ✿ ❀ ✿ A most foolish and perilous thing to do is to resist or fight the Almighty God. Gamaliel, the celebrated doctor of the law and Pharisee at the time of the persecution of the early church, gave a very brilliant advice to his comrades at the supreme council of the Jewish people. "…Refrain from these men, and let them alone" he said, "for if this counsel or this work be of men, it will come to nought: But if it be of God, ye cannot overthrow it; lest hap...

He saves from sorrow and delivers from captivity. These and many more are but few reasons why God is worthy of praises. WORTHY OF PRAISES BELIEVERS' DIGEST Bible Reading: Psalms 107:17-30 Key Verse: “Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!” (Psalms 107:21). An appreciative spirit is a sign of good conduct and attitude. Such attitude always attract additional benefits. It is expedient that believers of all ages develop this attitude as a way of life because with it, we respond to God’s goodness in our lives, family, nation and ministry. At whatever point in life, there is always something for which to be grateful unto God. The deliverance from the foolishness and negative effects of the sinful life, freedom from the afflictions of the wicked one, answer to prayers in times of sickness, trouble, distress and fear, and the...

If it is to be done aright, be rest assured that there is... NO SHORTCUT BELIEVERS' DIGEST PUBLICATION Bible Reading: 1 KINGS 15:16-24 Key Verse: “There is a league between me and thee, and between my father and thy father: behold, I have sent unto thee a present of silver and gold; come and break thy league with Baasha king of Israel, that he may depart from me” (1 Kings 15:19). Men always seek shortcut to success in life. Rather than live by God’s righteous standard, they seek to achieve success by any means possible. They justify their action by arguing that the end does indeed justify the means. This is despite their moral failings and character flaws, all of which contravene God’s expectations from His children. Such was the beginning of the end for King Asa, who had begun well to rule Judah and had introduced gr...

Thinking about that precarious situation? BELIEVERS' DIGEST OBEY GOD, EVEN IN GLOOMY TIMES Bible Text: Exodus 6:1-13 Key Verse “And the LORD spake unto Moses and unto Aaron, and gave them a charge unto the children of Israel, and unto Pharaoh king of Egypt, to bring the children of Israel out of the land of Egypt” (Exodus 6:13). Those who face small problems in life often receive small answers from the Lord. It is only when the challenge is great that an opportunity comes for God to do great things; prove Himself by exercising His great power; and fulfilling all He has promised. It is at such a time that He shows that He is the Almighty. As things got from bad to worse for the Israelites, so God stiffened His resolve to bend the iron Will of Pharaoh. He assured Moses that Pharaoh’s resistance would collapse after experiencing the strong-arm tactics of God. Then, he would be forced to drive the Israelites out of his land. He ...

Believers' Digest The True Bread ✦ ✦ ✦ Key Verse "Then Jesus said unto them, Verily, verily, I say unto you, Moses gave you not that bread from heaven; but my Father giveth you the true bread from heaven." (John 6:32, KJV) In the wilderness, the children of Israel received manna as daily bread that sustained their bodies but could not prevent physical death. It was a temporary provision, a shadow pointing to something far greater. But Jesus Christ, in His mercy, draws attention beyond the temporal. He declares that the true Bread came not through Moses, but directly from the loving hand of God-the-Father. That Bread is Christ Himself. Beloved, how often do we chase after earthly bread? We seldom labour for food that perishes, seeking satisfaction in careers, relationships, possessions, or earthly pleasures. Yet like the manna that became worthless when hoarded, these things leave us empty again. Jesus offers what our ...

WINNERS' INTEREST PUBLICATION RISKY BUSINESS Bible Reading: Matthew 7:21 - 23 MEMORY VERSE “And then will I profess unto them, I never knew you: depart from me, ye that work iniquity.” (Matthew 7:23) In our tech-driven world, face detection apps guard smartphones, homes, and offices with remarkable precision. A recognized face grants instant access; an unrecognized one is firmly denied. This modern reality mirrors a profound spiritual truth. Just as security systems reject unknown faces, Heaven’s gates will not open to those unregistered through a genuine salvation experience. Jesus Christ issues a sobering warning in Matthew 7:21: “Not everyone who says to Me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ shall enter the kingdom of heaven, but he who does the will of My Father in heaven.” Many will stand before Him on that day, citing impressive works of prophesy, the casting out demons, and performance of mi...

WINNERS' INTEREST PUBLICATION Inspiring Excellence & Godly Success GOD'S CHASTISEMENT Bible Text: Hebrews 12:5-12 Memory Verse "For whom the Lord loveth he chasteneth, and scourgeth every son whom he receiveth" (Hebrews 12:6) ✦ ✦ ✦ Adults do remember how their parents chastised them when they were growing up in order to prevent them from going the wrong way in life. Often, this chastisement would not be appreciated by growing minds. Parents who chastise their children do not hate them, but they do so to help them remain focused on life's essentials. This is exactly the way God relates with you as His exceptional jewel—especially if you are a business mogul or a rising star carrying significant influence and responsibility. The marketplace is filled with high-stakes decisions, sudden market shifts, failed launches, betrayed partnerships, and seasons of seeming stagnation. These are not always signs of divine abandonment; many...

Singing the God's song of love becomes more melodious when it is done with obedience to His words. ARE YOU KEEPING HIS COMMANDMENT? 📖 BIBLE READING: JOHN 14:15-19 📖 Key Verse: “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” (John 14:15) Many believers joyfully sing, “I love Jesus, I love Jesus, He’s my friend…” with uplifted hands and sincere emotion. Yet, the true test of our love for Christ is not found in the sweetness of our songs, but in the obedience of our daily lives . Jesus Himself gave us the clearest measure of authentic love in John 14:15: “If ye love me, keep my commandments.” This statement is both simple and profound. Loving Jesus is not merely an emotional feeling or occasional religious activity. It is a deliberate, consistent choice to align our lives with His Word. When we truly love Him, we reject stealing, lying, hatred, fighting, disobedience, witchcraft, stubbornness, and every form of sin that grieves the Holy S...

Winners' Interest Publication NO QUICK FIXES! 📖 BIBLE READING: EXODUS 5:15-23 🔑 KEY VERSE: “For since I came to Pharaoh to speak in thy name, he hath done evil to this people; neither hast thou delivered thy people at all” (Exodus 5:23). The challenges of life often breed severe pain and discomfort. As a result, many tend to desire a quick fix from the Lord, that He will waste no time in giving them a solution. But God does not work by man’s timetable, nor does He always answer when we desire it most. Varonika Tugaleva, an award-winning author and poet, has some fitting words of admonition: “Whatever you do, it will be a path. Life does not work like a light switch - on/off, fat/skinny, miserable/happy. All things take time, patience...

★ WINNERS' INTEREST ★ ✦ ✧ ✦ Glorious Restoration Bible Text: Genesis 46:28-34 Key Verse "And Joseph made ready his chariot, and went up to meet Israel his father, to Goshen, and presented himself unto him; and he fell on his neck, and wept on his neck a good while." (Genesis 46:29) The story of Jacob and Joseph offers a beautiful picture of joyful restoration. Joseph, long presumed dead by his grieving father, had risen to become a powerful ruler in Egypt. After years of heartache, the moment of reunion finally arrived. Joseph prepared his chariot, hurried to Goshen, and fell on his father's neck, weeping tears of joy (Genesis 46:29). The long separation ended in warm embrace and deep satisfaction. This emotional homecoming takes the similitude of the triumphant return of American troops after Operation Desert Storm in 1991. Families rejoiced as soldiers came home safely. Jacob'...

WINNERS' INTEREST PUBLICATION A GEM OF SPECTACULAR INFLUENCE Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 3:19-21 (KJV) Key Verse: “And Samuel grew, and the LORD was with him, and did let none of his words fall to the ground” (1 Samuel 3:19). The world, in which we live today is filled with corrupting influences. This forms the basis of God's call to His people to rise as rare treasures of purity and power. A “Gem of Spectacular Influence” is not an ordinary person. It describes a believer whose life carries unique, enduring value that transcends fleeting worldly trends. Like a precious gem that retains its brilliance even in darkness, such a life reflects resolute determination to pursue excellence in glorifying God, undimmed by surrounding negativity. The story of Samuel powerfully illustrates this truth. Raised in the tabernacle at Shiloh under the aged priest Eli, Samuel was surrounded by evil practices. Eli’s sons, Hophni and Phinehas, were notorious for ...

Winners' Interest Publication VICTORY PRONOUNCEMENT FOR GOD'S PEOPLE BIBLE TEXT: Genesis 45:8-16 ✦ Key Verse ✦ "So now it was not you that sent me hither, but God: and he hath made me a father to Pharaoh, and lord of all his house, and a ruler throughout all the land of Egypt." (Genesis 45:8, KJV) Joseph lived a remarkable life that stands as a testimony to God’s divine providence. When he became a prominent figure in Egypt, he revealed himself to his astonished brothers who had sold him into slavery years earlier. The bewilderment of his brothers left them with the realisation of God's transformative ability. They soon understood that what they meant for evil, God used for the preservation of His people. This story mirrors that of an abandoned child thrown into the garbage by a heartless mother, only to be rescued and raised b...

Having found out whom God is... DO NOT DESPAIR TEXT: PSALM 13:1-6 Key verse: “How long wilt thou forget me, O LORD? for ever? how long wilt thou hide thy face from me?” (Psalm 13:1) . Life throws up new challenges every day. This often makes the believer begin to think that God had abandoned him. Except he rouses himself up, he would become discouraged and lose all hope that help would ever come to him. David got to that point many times in his numerous battles in life. He probably prayed and fasted for long periods, but the onslaught of the enemy did not end. He was running out of options, hence he spoke in desperation to God. He seemed to conclude that He had forsaken him and wondered how long God would hide himself, and how long he was going to be abandoned to himself, getting ever more sorrowful daily. He was troubled that the enemy seemed to be triumphing over him; ...

Bible Times Magazine ✦ ✦ ✦ The Word · The Way · The Truth BIBLE TIMES Magazine of Faith, Wisdom & Revelation Vol. XXIV · Issue 5 ✦   Devotional Edition   ✦ May 2026 ✦ DEVOTIONAL · EXODUS SERIES ✦ SCRIPTURE TEXT Exodus 4:18–26 Who Are You Travelling With? ✦   Key Verse "And Moses took his wife and his sons, and set them upon an ass, and he returned to the land of Egypt: and Moses took the rod of God in his hand." — Exodus 4:20 Life is a journey fraught with many twists and turns. Disasters and dangers lurk along the way, just like success and victory. The experiences encountered in life are often contributed partly by the outcome of the company we keep as we go on this journey. Regrettably, ma...

Bible Times Magazine – Jesus Never Forsakes His Own VOL. XII · ISSUE 5 MAY 2026 Bible Times Magazine · Devoted to the Eternal Word of God Faith & Assurance Series ✝ Special Devotional Edition ✦ ✦ ✦ Feature Devotional ✦ Jesus Never Forsakes His Own ✝ "Let your conversation be without covetousness; and be content with such things as ye have: for he hath said, I will never leave thee, nor forsake thee. " — Hebrews 13:5, KJV — The world in which we live today is filled with broken promises, neglect, and fleeting loyalties — but the believer has not been left without assurance of the worthy character of Jesus Christ who promised us the Comforter. This same Lord who redeemed...