Audio Narrator and Author: Sis. Joy Greer

“Eye-Opening Truth”
Scripture: Psalm 119:18, AMP

Author: Sis. Joy Greer

“Eye-Opening Truth”
Scripture: Psalm 119:18, AMP

“Open my eyes [to spiritual truth] so that I may behold Wonderful things from Your law.”

Devotion:
Our physical eyes report only part of reality. They see our immediate circumstances, present obstacles, cultural noise, and earthly limitations. If we rely solely on natural vision, we live constrained by what is visible—frequently missing the deeper spiritual narrative God is actively weaving around us. In today’s Scripture, the Psalmist prayed: "Open my eyes [to spiritual truth]..." He recognized that true, life-transforming insight does not come from intellectual sharpness alone; it requires seeing beyond what is.

Without divine illumination, Scripture can easily be read as mere literature or historical record, obscuring the living power within its pages. The Holy Spirit unveils our spiritual perception, we begin to "behold wonderful things"—the supernatural wisdom, eternal promises, and unfailing love of God that transcends human logic and visible conditions. Seeing beyond what is means looking past the surface of your daily challenges to perceive God’s sovereign hand at work. When you approach God’s Word asking Him to open your eyes, He elevates your perspective and your heart becomes anchored in the eternal truth of who God is and what He has promised.
 
Prayer:
Lord, forgive me for the times I rely on my natural sight and human logic, getting consumed by what is visible rather than trusting in Your eternal truth. I pray today that You would open my eyes to spiritual truth. Teach me to see beyond what is—beyond my fears, my limitations, and my current circumstances.
In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Audio Narrator and Author: Sis. Joy Greer

“Endure for Christ”
Scripture: Hebrews 11:27, AMP

Author: Sis. Joy Greer

“Endure for Christ”
Scripture: Hebrews 11:27, AMP

“By faith he left Egypt, being unafraid of the wrath of the king; for he endured [steadfastly], as seeing Him who is unseen.”

Devotion:
When Moses walked away from the security of Egypt, human reasoning would have called it foolish. With his physical eyes, he saw a hostile wilderness before him and the fierce wrath of Pharaoh behind him and everything visible urged him to retreat, compromise, or stay comfortable. Yet, Moses persevered. What enabled him to stand firm when the world threatened to overwhelm him? He endured as he saw Him who is unseen.

Faith provided Moses with a higher vision—the ability to look past immediate threats and present limitations to behold the sovereign God who reigns above all earthly powers. In our daily journey, we often face intimidating circumstances, unexpected trials, or moments where following Christ feels lonely and difficult. If we rely solely on what our physical eyes can see—our feelings, our limitations, or the cultural pressures around us—fear will inevitably take root.

True Christian endurance requires a shift in vision. When you look beyond your immediate hardships and anchor your gaze on Jesus Christ, fear loses its hold over your heart. Seeing beyond what is gives you the supernatural courage to stand firm, walk by faith, and faithfully endure for Christ.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the inspiring example of faith in Your Word. Forgive me for the times I allow the noise, fears, and visible pressures of this world to eclipse my view of Your greatness. Grant me spiritual vision to see beyond what is. Remind my soul that You are greater than any difficulty I will ever face. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Can You See?”
Scripture: Mark 8:18

“Having eyes, see ye not? And having ears, hear ye not? And do ye not remember.”

Devotion:
Imagine being a chosen disciple of Jesus and still being spiritually blind? In today’s Scripture, Jesus chastises His disciples when they seem to have forgotten who He was and all the miracles He had performed. They were concerned about a loaf of bread when they had full access to the bread of life.

How many times have we allowed the situation we find ourselves in to make our faith waver? How many times have we failed to remember the goodness of God during our mumbling, grumbling, and complaining? We can’t ever allow ourselves to forget the goodness of God in our lives, nor can we take our eyes off Him. God is the author and finisher of our faith; He is working ALL things out for our good. We don’t want to be guilty of spiritual blindness, but we want God to open the eyes of our heart so we can see Him even more.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for opening the eyes of my heart to draw closer to You more and more. Please never allow me to forget Your goodness, mercy, and grace toward me. Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Can You See?”
Scripture: Mark 8:18

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Eyes That See”
Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:4, NIV

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Eyes That See”
Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:4, NIV

"But to this day the Lord has not given you a mind that understands or eyes that see or ears that hear.”

Devotion:
In the context of today’s Scripture, Moses is speaking to the Israelites about a new covenant that God is making with them. He let them know that despite all God had delivered them from, they still could not perceive how blessed they were. God had not given them spiritual eyes to see because instead of worshipping, trusting, and obeying God, they mumbled, grumbled, and complained.

Moses explains to them that having natural sight is not the same as spiritual sight. They must open their hearts and be receptive to God through their obedience and trust in Him. We can apply these words to our own lives. The more time we spend in God’s presence, the more He reveals Himself to us. If we want “eyes that see,” we have to humbly submit to and obey God’s will for our lives and diligently seek Him.

Prayer:
Lord, we humbly submit to Your will for our lives. You have our yes, God. Yes, we will serve and obey You. Help us see beyond what our natural eyes perceive and draw closer to You each day. Amen

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“True Sight”
Scripture: Matthew 6:22

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“True Sight”
Scripture: Matthew 6:22

“The light of the body is the eye: if therefore thine eye be single, thy whole body shall be full of light.”
 
Devotion:
In today’s Scripture, the eye is a metaphor for our innermost heart and mind. If our eye is singularly focused on obeying and doing the will of God, then we will be full of His light. However, if our eyes lust after what we see and the flesh, darkness will consume us.

That is why it is so important that we guard our gates. What we allow ourselves to see, hear, speak, and think really does matter. When we leave our gates unguarded and open, temptations come to attack us. What we watch, hear, and entertain matters. The dirty devil is the prince of the air, and he is doing all he can to bring division, hatred, and death into this world. But God! Sometimes, to protect ourselves from distractions, we have to take a complete break and unplug for a while. Yes, we must be watchful so we know what to pray for, but we cannot allow the cares of this world to consume us. True sight comes from a personal and committed relationship with our Savior, Jesus Christ. When we make up our minds to follow God despite what we see, feel, and desire, God can get the glory from our lives.

Prayer:
Lord, help me keep my eye singularly focused on You and not on the worries of this world. Help me reject the distractions of this world and embrace Your will for my life so You can get the glory from all I say and do. Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“A New Thing”
Scripture: Isaiah 42:9

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“A New Thing”
Scripture: Isaiah 42:9

"Behold, the former things are come to pass, and new things do I declare: before they spring forth I tell you of them.”

Devotion:
There is something exciting about opening something new and fresh out of a box. We naturally cannot wait to open it up like a child on Christmas Day. However, nothing compares to the newness that comes when we receive the gift of salvation and God’s deliverance.

In today’s Scripture, Isaiah is letting the exiled Israelites know the past is behind them, but the promise of God is before them. The Israelites constantly struggled with their faith. Despite God’s deliverance time after time, they were more focused on what they saw with their natural eyes; they failed to see with their spiritual eyes. They often forgot God’s faithfulness and goodness to them.

Isaiah reminds them that the past is over and new things are coming. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves of this truth. The enemy tries to use the pain of our past to destroy the purpose of our future. Sometimes we need to remind ourselves that we have escaped the bondage of our past and entered the freedom of our future. However, I am sure that if we all reflect on our lives like the Israelites, we can declare without hesitation that even in those difficult times God has been good to us.

What I love most about God is that He has even greater in store for us. God has no limits nor boundaries, and when we fully lay down our will for His; He continues to renew and grow us the more.

Prayer:
God, thank You for the plans You have for us. Help us trust You at Your Word and obey You in every area of our lives. We are leaning on and depending on You. Thank You for the new things that You have in store for us and help us continue to submit to Your will for our lives. Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“The Power of God’s Spirit”  
Scripture: Joel 2:28

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“The Power of God’s Spirit”  
Scripture: Joel 2:28

“And it shall come to pass afterward, that I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh; and your sons and daughters shall prophesy, your old men shall dream dreams, your young men shall see visions.”
 
Devotion:
Today’s Scripture is a well-known one found in the Old Testament. Joel described the coming outpouring of the Holy Spirit. After Jesus ascended unto glory, He let us know He was going to send the gift of a comforter, the Holy Spirit, to help keep us. We are still seeing and living in the outpouring of God’s Spirit just like the women and men experienced on the Day of Pentecost.

I am sure we can all testify to our experiences with the power and goodness of the Holy Spirit. When God’s Spirit moves, transformation, miracles, signs, and wonders come forth. God wants us to be led by His Spirit and not our own fleshly desires. When we submit to and obey God, He shows up and shows out on our behalf. When you have seen God move, there is nothing that can make you doubt Him.

God’s power and glory are truly amazing. Despite what the current worldview would like us to believe, God is still pouring out His Spirit. Miracles, signs, and wonders are still being performed. Glory be to God!

Prayer:
God, thank You for the gift of Your Holy Spirit. Thank You for how You show up and move on our behalf time and time again. Please continue to rest, rule, and abide in our hearts always. Amen.

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Open the Eyes of My Heart”
Scripture: Ephesians 1:18, NIV
 
“I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened in order that you may know the hope to which he has called you, the riches of his glorious inheritance in his holy people.”

Devotion:
In today’s Scripture, Paul is praying for the children of God to be able “to see” beyond their natural abilities. He prayed God would open the eyes of their hearts so they could receive the spiritual insight and understanding necessary for them to embrace who they are in God. He lets them know that we all have hope in the calling of God. When we follow God, we can be confident in the plans and purpose He has for our lives and our inheritance in Him.

We cannot allow the distractions of this world to hinder our relationship with God. When we focus on the cares of this world, we become stagnant in our faith. God wants us to trust and rely on His Word. He has to be the only one on the altar of our hearts. When we place our faith and trust in God, we have a blessed assurance that ALL things are working for our good.

Prayer:
Lord, thank You for opening the eyes of my heart. I place my faith and trust in You. I receive and accept the plan and purpose You have for my life. I praise You in advance for working all things out for my good. Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“Open the Eyes of My Heart”
Scripture: Ephesians 1:18, NIV

Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“A Good Report”
Scripture: Hebrews 11:2
 
“For by it the elders obtained a good report.”
 
Devotion:
Today’s Scripture lets us know that when we put our faith in God, a “good report” has to follow. The preceding Scripture defines faith by saying, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” In addition, the rest of the chapter illustrates examples of “by faith” moments shown throughout the Bible. The chapter lists early leaders whom God delivered from their circumstances and blessed because of their faith.

Faith requires us to see beyond what our physical eyes show us and to see with spiritual eyes. God, I do not know how You are going to do it, but I trust You to move on my behalf. I have “now faith.” My faith is active and present. Faith is the foundation of our salvation, and without it, it is impossible to please God.

The dirty devil attacks our faith because he wants us to change our confession and make us doubt God. But the devil is a liar! We must stand firm on the Word of God and trust God’s plan and purpose for our lives if we want to receive a “good report.”

Prayer:
Lord, help me see with my spiritual eyes and not my natural eyes. Help my faith grow daily. I trust and rely on You, and I submit to the purpose and plan You have for my life. Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Jamie Hoffman

“A Good Report”
Scripture: Hebrews 11:2

Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“The Harvest Is Ready”
Scripture: John 4:35

"Say not ye, There are yet four months, and then cometh harvest? behold, I say unto you, Lift up your eyes, and look on the fields; for they are white already to harvest."

Devotion:
Jesus spoke these words to His disciples after His conversation with the Samaritan woman at the well. While the disciples were focused on physical needs and daily concerns, Jesus wanted them to see a greater opportunity. People all around them were ready to hear the good news of God's kingdom.

The command Jesus gave is still relevant today: "Lift up your eyes." Too often, we become focused on our routines, responsibilities, and personal challenges. As a result, we can overlook the people around us who are searching for hope, truth, and salvation.

Jesus declared that the fields were already white for harvest. The opportunity was not somewhere in the distant future. It was present at that very moment. Likewise, God places people in our path every day who need encouragement, compassion, prayer, and the message of Christ.

The harvest begins when we see people the way Jesus sees them. Instead of viewing others as strangers, interruptions, or obstacles, we begin to recognize them as souls loved by God. A kind word, an invitation to church, a testimony, or a simple act of kindness can become a seed that God uses for His glory.

Today, ask God to open your eyes to the opportunities He has already placed before you. The harvest may be closer than you think.

Reflection Questions:

1. Who has God placed in your life that may be ready to hear about Christ?
2. What distractions keep you from noticing opportunities to minister to others?
3. How can you intentionally share God's love with someone today?

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, help me lift my eyes and see the people around me through Your perspective. Forgive me for becoming distracted by temporary concerns and missing opportunities to serve others. Open my heart to those who need hope and give me courage to share Your love. Use my life to point others to Jesus and help me be faithful in Your harvest field. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“The Harvest Is Ready”
Scripture: John 4:35

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“God Is Watching Over His Word”
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11-12

Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“God Is Watching Over His Word”
Scripture: Jeremiah 1:11-12

"Moreover the word of the Lord came unto me, saying, Jeremiah, what seest thou? And I said, I see a rod of an almond tree. Then said the Lord unto me, Thou hast well seen: for I will hasten my word to perform it."

Devotion:
When God called Jeremiah to be a prophet, He gave him a vision of an almond branch. In Israel, the almond tree was known as the first tree to awaken and blossom after winter. It became a symbol of watchfulness and readiness.

God used this picture to teach Jeremiah a powerful lesson: God watches over His Word and is faithful to accomplish what He has promised.

At times, it may seem as though God's promises are delayed. We pray, wait, and wonder if He has heard us. Circumstances may appear unchanged, and answers may not come as quickly as we expect. Yet God's timing is never late. He is always working behind the scenes to bring His purposes to pass.

Just as He assured Jeremiah, God assures us that His Word is trustworthy. Every promise He has spoken, every purpose He has declared, and every plan He has established will be fulfilled in His perfect time. What God says, He will do.

Today, if you are waiting for an answer, a breakthrough, or the fulfillment of God's promise, remember that He is watching over His Word. Your waiting is not wasted. God is actively working, even when you cannot yet see the results.

Reflection Questions:

1. What promise from God's Word are you holding onto today?
2. Have you become discouraged while waiting for God to act?
3. How can you trust God's timing more fully in your current situation?

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You that You are faithful to every promise You make. Help me trust You when answers seem delayed and circumstances seem unchanged. Remind me that You are watching over Your Word and working according to Your perfect plan. Strengthen my faith as I wait on You and help me rest in Your faithfulness. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“Turn Back to God”
Scripture: Isaiah 55:7

Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“Turn Back to God”
Scripture: Isaiah 55:7

"Let the wicked forsake his way, and the unrighteous man his thoughts: and let him return unto the Lord, and he will have mercy upon him; and to our God, for he will abundantly pardon."

Devotion:
One of the most beautiful truths in Scripture is that God welcomes those who turn back to Him. Isaiah 55:7 is a powerful invitation to repentance and restoration. It reminds us that no matter how far we have wandered, God's mercy is greater than our failures.

The verse calls us to do two things: forsake our way and return to the Lord. Repentance is more than feeling sorry for sin. It is a change of direction. It means turning away from thoughts, attitudes, and actions that are contrary to God's will and choosing to walk in His ways.

What makes this invitation so remarkable is God's response. He does not merely tolerate those who return. He shows mercy. He does not reluctantly forgive. He "abundantly pardons." God's forgiveness is not limited or scarce. His grace is overflowing and available to all who sincerely seek Him.

Perhaps today you feel burdened by mistakes, regrets, or spiritual failure. Maybe you have been trying to carry guilt that God is ready to remove. This verse reminds us that God's heart is open to those who come to Him in humility. His mercy is always greater than our sin.

The door of grace is open. The Father is waiting. Return to Him today and experience the joy of His forgiveness.

Reflection Questions:

1. Is there an area of your life where God is calling you to turn back to Him?
2. Are there thoughts or attitudes that need to be surrendered to God?
3. How does God's promise of abundant pardon encourage you today?

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, thank You for Your mercy and unfailing love. Forgive me for the times I have followed my own way instead of Yours. Help me to turn from anything that displeases You and to walk in obedience. Thank You for abundant forgiveness and the grace You freely give. Draw me closer to You today and renew my heart. In Jesus' name, Amen.

Audio Narrator: Sis. Joy Greer - Author: Evangelist Lisa Dalton

“The God Who Reveals”
Scripture: Daniel 2:22