Missing God’s Best Gifts
JANUARY 30, 2026
Daily Reading—Exodus 13-14 / Matthew 19:16-30
WHAT GOD HAS SAID:
Matthew 19:30 But many that are first shall be last; and the last shall be first.
WHAT I HAVE SEEN:
I was at a church where the leader asked the group if someone would read a passage of scripture for the class. An older gentleman raised his hand. He was not dressed very well, smelled of cigarettes, was not shaven, and his hair was a mess. Looking at him, my first thought was, Oh no, this passage has a lot of big Hebrew names with which this poor old guy is really going to struggle. Then he opened his mouth and read with a beautiful, loud, clear tone, pronouncing every word with distinction. I was immediately ashamed of my thoughts toward him and asked God to forgive me.
How many times do we, not meaning to, judge someone on appearance and form a wrong opinion?
WHAT WILL YOU DO:
Could we be missing the best gifts from God?
IF YOU ARE JOURNALING:
Ask yourself, what are MY THOUGHTS concerning this passage and today’s devotion?
Within this reading, do I find a CHALLENGE for my life?
What are the things I WILL DO today or this week to accept that CHALLENGE?
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Another good word today, Brother Frank. This has happened to me many times where I’ve judged by appearance only to be surprised and humbled. Grateful for your daily devotions and the way God is using you as an evangelist in this season of your life. May He continue to bless the fruits of your labors on behalf of His Kingdom.
Thank you Brother Mike for the years of faithful reading and encouraging words. You are more of a blessing than you may imagine. God bless friend.