Leading The Way - Devotional for July 31
July 31, 2026
Blessings Beyond Compare
By Michael A. Youssef, Ph.D.
Because of His great love for us, God provides blessings beyond compare. He has redeemed us for eternity, and He walks with us throughout our lifetime. He comforts us, protects us, delivers us, and sustains us.
Before the foundation of the earth, God knew each of us by name. He orchestrated every detail of our lives and gave us spiritual eyes to see His great salvation. Then He gave us His Spirit to teach us all things and to remind us of everything Jesus taught (see John 14:26).
Every one of us encounters difficulties—and all the world might turn to God in desperation, praying, “Oh, God, get me out of this trouble. Please, God, I’ll be good. I will repay You some day, just get me out of this mess.” This is the prayer of someone who hasn’t grasped the deep love and grace of God, which He clearly displayed on the cross when He bore our punishment for sin to secure our salvation.
Too many believers live beneath their spiritual privileges because they fail to understand the riches they possess in Christ. Instead of standing on the promises of God, they surrender to fear, anxiety, and discouragement. Yet the child of God has access to the limitless resources of heaven. When trials come, we do not face them alone, and we are not powerless. The Holy Spirit strengthens us, the Word of God guides us, and the presence of Christ surrounds us. Our confidence is not rooted in human ability or favorable circumstances but in the unchanging character of our faithful Savior, who has already secured the victory for us through His death and resurrection.
As Christians, we can turn to God with confidence, knowing we are His beloved children, and pray:
Lord, we both know that I’m in trouble, but I know Your Word says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1). I am confident that You have already blessed me with every spiritual blessing. You have given me all the strength I need to face these problems. I know that You are walking with me and that You promised never to leave me nor forsake me (Hebrews 13:5). I thank You for hearing my concerns and for providing a solution. Help me to discern Your will and to obey You faithfully. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.
“Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given” (John 1:16).
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