Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
“He said to them: ‘It is not for you to know the times or dates the Father has set by his own authority.’
— Acts 1:7

Reflection:
As humans, we crave certainty. We often want to know what the future holds—when our prayers will be answered, when relief will come, or when our hopes will be fulfilled. But Jesus reminds us in Acts 1:7 that there are things only God knows. The “times and dates” of God’s plans are not ours to control or even understand fully.

This can be challenging, especially when we are waiting for answers or clarity. Yet, trusting in God’s timing is an act of faith. When we acknowledge that the Father holds all authority, we can rest in the assurance that He is working things out for our good, even when we can’t see it.

Our job is not to figure out when or how everything will unfold, but to trust and obey. God’s timing is always perfect. Though we may not know all the details, we can trust that our Father knows best, and He is guiding our lives according to His divine wisdom and love.

Prayer:
Father, help me to trust in Your perfect timing. Even when I don’t know when or how things will happen, I choose to rest in him the knowledge that You are in control. Teach me to wait patiently and faithfully, knowing that Your plans are always good. Amen.

Thought for the Day:
God’s timing may not align with ours, but His plans are always worth the wait. Trust Him with the unknown.

Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

Scripture:
“May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.”
— Romans 15:13

Reflection:
In life, we often face moments of uncertainty, frustration, and confusion. We make plans, set goals, and sometimes things don’t unfold the way we envisioned. During these moments, it’s easy to doubt and wonder why things aren’t going as we hoped.

But our Father knows best. He sees the bigger picture, guiding us with wisdom beyond our understanding. Like a parent caring for a child, He sometimes allows us to face challenges, not to harm us, but to shape us, grow us, and bring us closer to Him. As we learn to trust Him, He fills us with joy and peace, even in difficult times.

Romans 15:13 reminds us that when we trust in God, we are not left empty. Instead, He fills us with hope that overflows. This hope isn’t dependent on circumstances but is powered by the Holy Spirit living in us. Trusting in God means surrendering our plans and believing that His ways are higher, filled with purpose and love.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, help me to trust in Your wisdom and plan for my life. Fill me with joy and peace as I place my hope in You. May the Holy Spirit strengthen me to overflow with hope, knowing You are always in control. Amen.

Thought for the Day:
Trust in God’s timing, for His plans are greater than our own.

Daily Devotional: Our Father Knows Best
By Mark Waldrop

John 18:36 – “Jesus said, ‘My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.’”

Jesus’ words in John 18:36 remind us of a powerful truth: God’s ways are different from the ways of the world. When Jesus faced arrest, He didn’t call for a physical fight or an earthly defense. Instead, He pointed to a higher reality—His kingdom was not of this world. His mission and purpose went far beyond the temporary struggles of earthly life.

Our Father knows best. He knows that we are often tempted to get caught up in the battles and challenges of this world, to fight for our own control or comfort. Yet, Jesus teaches us that His kingdom, and our ultimate hope, is not rooted in worldly power or possessions. It’s in something far greater—a kingdom of peace, love, and eternal life.

Today, consider where your focus lies. Are you striving for temporary victories, or are you seeking first God’s eternal kingdom? Trust that He knows what’s best for you, even when things don’t go according to your plans. Jesus’ calm assurance in the face of trial shows us that God is in control, and His kingdom will prevail.

Prayer:
Father, thank You for reminding me that Your kingdom is eternal and not of this world. Help me to trust in Your wisdom and plan, even when life feels uncertain. Give me the faith to seek Your kingdom first, knowing that You know what’s best for me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.