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Read Revelation 12:1-13:18.Revelation 12–13 introduces some of the most dramatic figures in Biblical prophecy—a woman clothed with the sun, the dragon, and the beast. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef helps unpack these symbols and the cosmic conflict they reveal.Prophetic Scripture often places past, present, and future alongside one another. Satan has already been defeated in his attempt to stop Christ's saving work through the cross and resurrection. Today, he turns his hostility toward God's people. Yet Scripture also looks ahead to his final and complete defeat.Revelation 13 then introduces the beast, commonly identified as the Antichrist—Satan's counterfeit savior and the antithesis of Jesus Christ. Empowered by the dragon, he will deceive, blaspheme God, perform counterfeit signs, and wage war against believers. Yet even in persecution, God calls His people to endurance and faithfulness, secure in the knowledge that they belong to Him.Dr. Youssef also reminds us that Scripture warned of the spirit of antichrist long before the final Antichrist appears. Any teaching that denies the unique identity and saving work of Jesus stands opposed to the Gospel. The world may embrace counterfeits, but the Truth remains unchanged: Jesus Christ alone can redeem sinners from death and give eternal life.Prayer: Lord, thank You that though the spirit of the antichrist is at work, Christ has the victory. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.“Then the dragon was enraged at the woman and went off to wage war against the rest of her offspring—those who keep God's commands and hold fast their testimony about Jesus” (Revelation 12:17).Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon An End-Times Warning for the Modern-Day Church, The Reckoning: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Jesus' words in Luke 14 can sound shocking: “If anyone comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters—yes, even their own life—such a person cannot be my disciple.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that Jesus is not commanding hatred, but establishing the proper order of our loves.Our devotion to Christ must be so great that every other relationship is held with an open hand. Family, friends, and even our own desires matter deeply—but none can take the place that belongs to Jesus alone. He is not looking for half-hearted discipleship or convenient faith. He calls us to recognize Him as sovereign Lord, Master, and King.Dr. Youssef also unpacks Jesus' command to carry our cross and follow Him. The cross is more than a difficult circumstance; it is a picture of dying to self. Discipleship means surrendering our demand for control, laying down our own agenda, and bringing every part of life into conformity with Christ.And paradoxically, loving Jesus above all else enables us to love others more deeply. As we sit at His feet, study His Word, renew our minds, and grow in grace, He reshapes our hearts so that our love for family, neighbors, and even enemies begins to reflect His own.Let us pray.Jesus, help me to more fully understand Your calling on my life. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

As Jesus traveled toward Jerusalem, someone asked Him, “Lord, are only a few people going to be saved?” Rather than give a number, Jesus issued a direct challenge: “Make every effort to enter through the narrow door.”In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that this narrow door is Jesus Christ Himself. Salvation does not come through ethnicity, religious tradition, morality, or human effort. It comes through the shed blood of Christ and a heart that turns to Him in repentance and faith.But what does Jesus mean when He tells us to “make every effort”? He is not teaching salvation by works. Instead, Dr. Youssef shows how genuine repentance requires laying down our pride, abandoning every attempt to earn God's favor, and admitting our complete dependence on Christ. As John the Baptist declared, “He must become greater; I must become less.”Jesus warned that outward religion can never substitute for a true relationship with Him. People may perform good works, observe religious rituals, or even call themselves Christians, yet remain outside the Kingdom if they have never truly come to Christ.This devotional is a sobering call to examine where your confidence lies. Eternity is real, and the invitation of the Gospel is urgent. Enter through the narrow door—not trusting in yourself, but in Jesus Christ alone.Pray with me.Jesus, I trust in You and recognize that I bring nothing to earn salvation. You alone are my righteousness. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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In Luke 13, Jesus encounters a woman who had suffered for eighteen years and had been pushed to the margins by those around her. While religious leaders saw rules and traditions, Jesus saw someone in need of compassion and freedom. He healed her completely, revealing the heart of God's Kingdom.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef contrasts the mercy of Christ with the hard-heartedness of religious legalism. The Pharisees were more concerned that Jesus healed on the Sabbath than they were amazed that a woman had been delivered from years of suffering. Jesus exposed the difference between God's Law and man-made traditions—and demonstrated that His Kingdom brings true freedom.Jesus then compared the Kingdom of God to a mustard seed. It may appear insignificant from the outside, but it grows far beyond what anyone expects. What began with a small group of disciples would expand to include people from every nation, tribe, people, and language.The Kingdom is also like yeast working through dough. Its influence may not always be obvious, but God is quietly and powerfully transforming lives, resurrecting spiritually dead hearts, and advancing His purposes throughout the world.When evil appears overwhelming, do not mistake visibility for victory. The Kingdom of Christ is at work—and one day its full glory will be revealed.Pray with me.Father, may I bear witness to Your glorious Kingdom, the source of true compassion, love, and blessing. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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Does suffering mean someone has sinned more than others? In Jesus' day, many believed exactly that. But when His disciples encountered a man born blind, Jesus corrected their assumptions and revealed that suffering cannot always be reduced to a simple equation of sin and punishment.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explores several ways God uses suffering for the good of His children. Trials can purify our faith, draw us closer to God, equip us to comfort others, and produce a testimony that points people toward the eternal hope found in Christ.Jesus reinforced this Truth when people brought Him news of devastating tragedies. Rather than affirming that the victims must have been worse sinners, Jesus turned the question back on His listeners: unless you repent, you too will perish. His message was a wake-up call against spiritual pride and false security.God's patience toward sinners is an expression of His astounding mercy. Every day is another opportunity to respond to His invitation, turn from sin, and receive salvation through Jesus Christ.Whatever suffering you are walking through today, do not assume God has abandoned you. Allow Him to use your affliction to refine your faith, deepen your dependence on Him, and polish your testimony. And remember: our greatest need is not an explanation for every tragedy, but reconciliation with God through His Son.Join me in prayer.Father, help me to see seasons of suffering as opportunities to draw near to You and point others to the hope of glory through Jesus Christ. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Join Dr. Michael Youssef for the next Leading The Way as he looks at practical words from the letters we read from Jesus in Revelation. Words of encouragement and rebuke – relevant for you, today. Learn more about Leading The Way and Dr. Youssef at LTW.org! Be equipped with the tools you need to study the Bible in 2025! Click this link to learn more about this month's special resource: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/913/29

Jesus Christ is the only One who can truly transform the human heart and enable us to love others across every difference. Yet in Luke 12, Jesus also warns that His coming would bring division—not through violence or coercion, but through the unavoidable choice every person must make concerning Him.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explores Jesus' startling words: “I have come to bring fire on the earth.” Like fire, the Gospel reveals what is genuine. It consumes what cannot endure and refines what is precious, exposing the heart's response to the Truth of Christ.At the cross, Jesus Himself bore the judgment sinners deserved. That is the Good News: all who repent and trust in Him can receive forgiveness, freedom, and eternal life because Christ paid the price on their behalf. But rejecting Jesus leaves a person facing judgment apart from Him.Dr. Youssef also reminds believers that identifying openly with Christ can be costly. Jesus prepared His disciples for rejection, hostility, and persecution because allegiance to Him would sometimes divide families, communities, and cultures.Yet the peace Jesus gives is greater than anything this world can take away. Stand firm in the Gospel, remain faithful to Christ, and remember that whatever the cost of following Him, the freedom and eternal hope found in Jesus are far greater.Pray with me.Jesus, may I stand firm on Your Truth whatever challenges I face, calling the lost to taste and see that You are good. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The return of Jesus Christ is a vital part of the Gospel, and while believers may differ on some details of the end times, Scripture is clear about one thing: we must be ready. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef challenges Christians to live every day with their eyes fixed on Christ and their hearts prepared for His return.Jesus said, “Be dressed ready for service and keep your lamps burning.” To be dressed and ready means being prepared emotionally, mentally, and spiritually—not living as though Christ's return has nothing to do with today, but allowing that promise to shape our priorities, decisions, and obedience.Keeping our lamps burning means letting the light of Christ shine through our lives. Believers are called to remain alert, faithful, and active in witness rather than becoming spiritually distracted or asleep.Jesus also warns that His return will come unexpectedly for those consumed with earthly concerns and unprepared to meet Him. But for those who love Him and eagerly await His appearing, His coming will be a moment of overwhelming joy and reward.Live faithfully. Serve wholeheartedly. Shine brightly. And keep looking to Jesus, knowing that the King is coming.Pray with me.Jesus, may I anticipate Your coming by living for You each day, sharing the hope of salvation with all You put in my path. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In Luke 12, a man interrupts Jesus' teaching to ask Him to settle an inheritance dispute. Instead of becoming distracted, Jesus uses the moment to expose a deeper danger: the power of greed.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that money itself is not the problem—the love of money is. Greed is never satisfied. It constantly demands more, tempts us to forget God, and keeps our hearts focused on temporary possessions rather than eternal realities.Jesus also connects greed with worry. When we believe our security depends on what we own, anxiety follows. But when we recognize that God owns everything—including every breath we take—we can rest in His care. He values His children, provides every good gift, and has even made believers co-heirs with Christ.Dr. Youssef challenges us to examine where our attention is fixed. Worry grows when we focus on what we might lose; peace grows when we focus on our good Father and the eternal inheritance He has promised.With every financial decision, every desire, and every concern about tomorrow, we face a choice: store up treasure for ourselves, or become rich toward God. Trust your Father, seek His Kingdom, and invest your life in what lasts forever.Join me in prayer.Lord Jesus, help me to recognize ways that I am being greedy in my life and to give over every area of worry to trust in You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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Mike takes aim at what he sees as a growing tolerance for political violence and hostility toward America on the left, using recent polling, media coverage and some startling examples to make his case. He also revisits the murder of a Mississippi woman and questions how the media framed the story, arguing that the rush to fit a racial narrative can obscure the actual facts of a case. Judge Judy’s blunt “love it or leave it” defense of America becomes a jumping-off point for a larger conversation about whether the country should apologize for its success or continue to embrace the capitalism, excellence and innovation that made it what it is. Mike then sits down with Pastor Michael Youssef to explore the intersection of progressive movements and Islamism, the war with Iran, and the forces Youssef believes are influencing America from behind the scenes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the middle of a heated confrontation with religious hypocrites, Jesus turned to His disciples with a serious warning: Be on your guard. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explores Jesus' teaching in Luke 12 and the danger of outward religion without inward faithfulness.Jesus points His followers back to the triune God. First, honor the Father, who sees every hidden motive and will judge with perfect justice. What hypocrisy conceals today will one day be brought into the light.Second, honor the Son. Jesus declares that those who openly acknowledge Him will be acknowledged before the angels of God. True faith does not hide or compromise Christ's identity—it confesses Him as Lord and Savior.Finally, honor the Holy Spirit. The Spirit testifies to the Truth about Jesus and reveals that salvation is found in Him alone. To continually reject that testimony is to reject the very witness God has given concerning His Son.Standing firmly on Biblical Truth may bring opposition, but Jesus has already given His people courage: “Take heart! I have overcome the world.” This episode calls believers to reject hypocrisy, refuse compromise, and live openly and faithfully before the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.Pray with me.Heavenly Father, help me to focus on You so that I do not stray from Your Truth nor seek to exalt myself and my own ways. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

On the next LEADING THE WAY, Dr. Youssef continues his series, AN END TIMES WARNING FOR THE MODERN DAY CHURCH. Hear words of TRUTH for your faith life! Join listeners, worldwide, for a message he's calling, FACE TO FACE.Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From the very beginning, God created humanity to work. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that work existed before the fall and was originally good, honorable, and purposeful. Though sin made work difficult, the calling to labor faithfully remains part of what it means to bear God's image.Paul tells Christians to work wholeheartedly, “as working for the Lord.” Whether you are raising children, leading a company, serving in ministry, working behind the scenes, or navigating retirement, your ultimate audience is God. When we remember that He sees everything, integrity and diligence become acts of worship.Dr. Youssef also distinguishes between genuine compassion and enabling irresponsibility. Scripture calls believers to care generously for those who truly cannot provide for themselves, while also encouraging those who are able to work to take responsibility and depend on God.In uncertain times, apathy and fear can tempt us to give up or look elsewhere for security. But Christians are called to remain faithful, keep working, and trust the Lord as Provider and Rewarder.Whatever task God has placed before you today, do it with all your heart. Serve Christ through your work, persevere in faith, and remember that your greatest reward is not earthly—it is Jesus Himself.Pray with me.Father, grant me wisdom to point others to You as their only true provision, security, and reward. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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In times of lawlessness, fear, persecution, and uncertainty, believers need more than human resolve—they need the supernatural strength of God. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains how the Truth of the Gospel gives Christians the stability to stand firm when everything around them seems to be shaking.Jesus promised that He would lose none of those the Father has given Him. That means your security is not dependent on your ability to hold on to Christ, but on His faithfulness to hold on to you. He will not abandon His people, and He will carry them safely to the end.Dr. Youssef also reminds believers of the extraordinary comfort of God's sovereign calling. Before the foundations of the world, God knew His people, loved them, and chose them in Christ. Remembering that Truth can lift our eyes above present circumstances and anchor our hearts in eternal realities.True stability cannot be found in changing circumstances, economic security, political systems, or the approval of others. It is found in God alone. Whatever storm you are facing, stand firm in the confidence that you are held by your heavenly Father and that His strength is more than enough to keep you unshaken.Pray with me.Lord Jesus, because You know and love me, I have confidence that I will not be moved or shaken—the Most High God holds me in His hands. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The apostle Paul knew how dangerous false teaching could be. After he planted churches and moved on to preach the Gospel elsewhere, deceptive teachers often followed behind him, spreading destructive doctrines. In Thessalonica, some even circulated a false message claiming that Jesus had already returned.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to 2 Thessalonians, where Paul corrected these lies and gave believers clear teaching about events surrounding the second coming of Christ.Paul warned first of a great rebellion—a falling away from Biblical truth. Dr. Youssef emphasizes the importance of holding firmly to Jesus' declaration that He alone is “the way and the truth and the life” and that no one comes to the Father except through Him.Paul also foretold the appearance of a powerful evil figure often identified as the Antichrist. His influence will be extraordinary, but his reign will not last. When Jesus returns, every counterfeit power will collapse before the authority of the true King.The message of prophecy is therefore not speculation but preparation. Christ will return, and the call of the Gospel is urgent. If you have never surrendered your life to Jesus, do not delay. And if you belong to Him, stand firmly in the Truth, reject deception, and live ready for His appearing.Let us pray.Lord Jesus, thank You for the promise of Your return to make all things new. Help me to share the incomparable hope of the Gospel with all who will hear. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Yumna Kassab joins Cheryl Akle to talk about the stories, memories and sense of place behind her new book. Yumna shares how growing up Lebanese-Australian in Parramatta shaped her writing, her unusual path from studying science and teaching to becoming an acclaimed author, and how a short story competition led to her first book, The House of Youssef. She also talks about her unique writing process and why she captures her ideas by hand in notebooks. Her new book, Parramatta, a Dictionary of Place and Memory, is out now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The believers in Thessalonica knew what it meant to suffer. They faced persecution, loss, rejection, and even imprisonment—yet their faith continued to grow. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains why Paul could thank God for these believers even in the midst of their hardship.Their circumstances were painful, but their eyes were lifted toward Christ. Jesus made the difference. He brought light into darkness, comfort into suffering, and hope into seasons that could otherwise have produced despair.Dr. Youssef reminds us that Biblical hope does not deny the reality of evil or minimize suffering. Instead, it looks beyond present circumstances to the promises of God. The world will not remain broken forever. Jesus Christ will return, His glory will be fully revealed, and He will ultimately make all things new.When your own strength is gone, God can give you supernatural perseverance. As the world grows darker and hardship increases, this devotional challenges you to lift your eyes to heaven, trust Jesus completely, and anchor your hope in His promised return.Pray with me.Lord, help me to lift my eyes to You when my days are dark. I know You will give me all the strength I need to persevere in hope. Grant me Your nearness when my heart faints, that I might have peace that transcends understanding because of Your great love. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

A healthy vineyard requires constant attention. The gardener carefully removes shoots that consume resources without producing fruit so the vine can flourish. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains how this picture from John 15 reveals God's loving work in the life of every believer.God is the gardener of your life. His pruning may sometimes feel painful, severe, or even wasteful, but He never cuts randomly. He removes what hinders spiritual growth—including selfishness, self-centeredness, and habits that keep us from becoming the people He created us to be.But pruning is only part of the process. Jesus calls us to abide in Him. Dr. Youssef reminds us that abiding means allowing God's Word to nourish, shape, and direct our lives—not merely accumulating Biblical knowledge, but making Scripture the foundation of our decisions and actions.Fruitfulness does not come apart from Christ, and greater fruit often comes through seasons of pruning. This devotional challenges you to consider the legacy of your life: Are your time, resources, talents, and gifts being used for God's glory? Ask the Father to prune whatever is necessary so your life will become a bountiful garden of Kingdom fruit.Pray with me.Lord, please prune me so I may produce fruit for You. I pray when the pruning becomes painful, I will trust in Your plan for my good and Your glory. I pray this in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Is it enough simply to believe the right things about Jesus? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to the book of James to confront the danger of a faith that exists only in words or intellectual agreement.James declares that “faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead.” Salvation is by faith alone, but genuine saving faith does not remain alone—it bears fruit. When Christ saves us, He changes us so profoundly that Jesus describes salvation as being born again.Dr. Youssef points to one of Scripture's most sobering truths: even the demons believe in God and shudder. Knowing Biblical doctrine is not the same as trusting Christ as Savior and submitting to Him as Lord. Real faith goes beyond information—it changes the direction of our lives.So what does saving faith look like? It denies self, steps out in obedience, loves others, seeks to please God, and increasingly trusts Him in everyday life. This faith is not something we manufacture; it is a gift of God's grace that transforms those who receive it.Whether you are questioning the genuineness of your faith or struggling to live out your faith consistently, this devotional calls you to draw near to Christ, trust Him fully, and ask Him to produce the fruit of living faith in your life.Pray with me.Jesus, I want You to be not only my Savior but the Lord of my life. Renew my faith where it has grown stale. Thank You for empowering me to obey You, even when it feels impossible. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Your view of God shapes your praise—and your praise reveals your view of God. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef invites believers to consider what their worship says about how they see their heavenly Father.When you know God as loving, patient, forgiving, attentive, and faithful, praise begins to overflow naturally. Gratitude for salvation fuels worship. Confidence in God's care strengthens faith. And the more deeply you believe that He is working for your eternal good, the more wholehearted your praise becomes.God's greatness can leave us speechless with awe, yet that same greatness makes worship essential. Praise brings us into a fuller recognition of who God is and leads us to bow before Him in humility—not out of fear, but out of reverence, love, and surrender.Dr. Youssef also reminds us that worship is rooted in recognizing God's worth. How much do you value who He is? How deeply do you treasure what He has done for you? How fully do you rely on His promises? This devotional will help you examine your heart and grow in a life of praise that reflects the true greatness of God.Join me in prayer.Heavenly Father, You are infinitely good. You are compassionate, slow to anger, and rich in love. Renew my mind to remember who You are and show me who I am as Your child. I want to see You rightly, that I may praise You rightly. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The book of Revelation reveals Jesus Christ as the glorified, returning King—crowned with many crowns and unrivaled in power, authority, wisdom, and majesty. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef contrasts Christ's humble first coming with the triumph of His promised return.At His first coming, Jesus was led like a lamb to the slaughter and wore a crown of thorns. At His second coming, He will lead the victory procession of His people and reign as King of kings and Lord of lords. The Savior who was crucified for sinners will return in His full glory, and every rival will be exposed as powerless before Him.But the promise of Christ's return is not merely something for believers to study—it should transform the way we live today. Dr. Youssef reminds us that those who truly anticipate Jesus' appearing will give themselves more fully to His work. Every relationship, decision, sacrifice, and act of service can become an opportunity to honor the coming King.Jesus has gone to prepare a place for His people, and He has promised to return and bring them home. When eternity with Christ becomes our ultimate destination and purpose, the trials of this life lose their grip, and we can experience the peace that comes from knowing our King is coming again.Pray with me.King of kings and Lord of lords, forgive me for the times when I have forgotten Your majesty. Each day may I remember who You are and invite You to be the King of my life. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

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Our daily battles may exhaust us, but they will not last forever. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that a day is coming when Satan will be finally defeated, sin will be judged, and those who belong to Jesus will enter eternal rest.Jesus spoke clearly about the reality of judgment. Hell is not a topic we can afford to ignore, because understanding its seriousness should deepen our concern for those who do not yet know Christ. The reality of eternal separation from God should energize our prayers, sharpen our Gospel witness, and increase our compassion for souls who desperately need the hope of salvation.But Scripture also gives believers extraordinary comfort. Jesus promised that He is preparing a place for His people and that He will return to bring them to Himself. Heaven will mean uninterrupted fellowship with our Creator, freedom from spiritual conflict, and the peace our souls have longed for.After a lifetime of struggle, temptation, and service, the Christian will finally rest from labor in the presence of Christ. This devotional invites you to live with eternity in view—rejoicing in the hope of heaven and urgently sharing the Good News with those who need to hear it.Pray with me.Father, thank You for the reminder that one day I will have eternal rest and peace in heaven. Until then, help me not to forget that there are many people around me who are headed for hell. Help me share Your love and Truth with them. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In the pages of Revelation, the Apostle John offers an intimate glimpse into Heaven ?' and Dr. Youssef joins him for his intriguing look on the next LEADING THE WAY AUDIO! Experience THE THRONE REVEALED!Support the show: https://au.ltw.org/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How do you begin to give God thanks? Margot Youssef teaches about thanksgiving psalms and how we can enter into God's presence with genuine, reflective gratitude. Margot serves as the co-pastor of La Casa Church in Nashville, Tennessee, USA.

Sometimes the headlines make it seem as though evil is advancing unchecked. Wars, persecution, instability, and suffering can tempt believers to fear that darkness is winning. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that Christians do not interpret history by sight alone—we see through the eyes of faith and stand on the promises of God.Dr. Youssef shares the story of an interrupted semaphore message during the Napoleonic Wars. When fog obscured part of the transmission, London received only the words, “Wellington defeated.” Panic followed. But when the fog lifted, the full message came through: Wellington had defeated the French. What looked like disaster was actually victory.In the same way, present circumstances can obscure the full picture of what God has already declared. Jesus Christ has conquered sin and death. Satan is a defeated enemy, and Scripture assures us that God's final victory is certain.So do not surrender to panic or despair. Stay vigilant. Remain faithful. Keep your eyes fixed on Christ and your heart anchored in His Word.The Lord will return when the world least expects Him. The question is not whether Christ will win—the victory is already assured. The question is: Will you be ready when He returns?Let us pray.Lord Jesus, when I am overwhelmed by the brokenness of this world, help me find peace in Your coming Kingdom and joy in Your eternal victory. Help me rejoice even when it appears that evil is winning. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

When Christians think about end-times prophecy, attention often turns to the coming Antichrist. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that the apostle John warned of something already present: many antichrists spreading deception and denying the Truth about Jesus Christ.First John gives believers a clear test. The spirit of antichrist denies that Jesus is the Christ and rejects the unique relationship between the Father and the Son. Any teaching that reduces Jesus to merely one path among many stands in direct opposition to His declaration that He alone is the way to the Father.Dr. Youssef warns that spiritual deception does not always appear openly hostile to Christianity. False teaching can be attractive, persuasive, and even accompanied by impressive claims. Jesus Himself warned that false messiahs and false prophets would seek to deceive.So how should Christians respond? Not with panic, but with vigilance. Believers must know Scripture, test what they hear, put on the whole armor of God, and remain firmly rooted in the Truth of Jesus Christ.The forces of deception may appear powerful, but their defeat is certain. Christ will triumph. This episode challenges believers to stay alert, hold fast to Biblical Truth, and refuse every counterfeit that diminishes the identity and supremacy of Jesus.Pray with me.Lord Jesus, help me to discern Truth from deception by being grounded in Your Word. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

For thousands of years, humanity has rebelled against God, rejected His authority, and blasphemed His name—yet God has shown extraordinary patience. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that God's delay in judgment is not weakness or forgetfulness. It is an expression of His mercy and His call for sinners to repent.People offer many reasons for postponing surrender to Christ: I'm not ready. I'm a good person. My friends won't understand. I want control of my own life. But no excuse can save a soul. Scripture reminds us that the Lord is patient, “not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”Dr. Youssef delivers a sobering reminder: the opportunity to receive salvation will not remain open forever. A day of judgment is coming, and after this life there will be no opportunity to undo a lifetime of rejecting Christ.Yet the heart of the Gospel is hope. God does not delight in the destruction of the wicked. He sent His Son so that sinners could be forgiven, redeemed, and reconciled to Him. Jesus has already paid the price, conquered sin and death, and secured victory over Satan.Today, the invitation still stands. Do not postpone what matters for eternity. Turn to Jesus Christ, receive His grace, and rest in the salvation He has already accomplished.Let us pray.Lord, thank You for Your long-suffering compassion. Help me to daily submit my will to Yours. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In 520 BC, God's people faced a season of uncertainty. They had returned from exile and begun rebuilding the temple, but opposition and discouragement brought the work to a halt. Into that moment, God spoke through the prophet Haggai: “Be strong … and work. For I am with you.”In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that God does not ignore our pain or minimize our struggles. He knows exactly what we have endured, what we fear, and what we need. And His answer is not empty optimism—it is the promise of His presence.When you feel alone, doubtful, or overwhelmed, the source of courage is knowing that the Lord is with you. He is your strong tower in the battle. Jesus Himself promised that although we will face trouble in this world, we can take heart because He has overcome the world.Haggai also pointed forward to the glory of God and the One desired by the nations. In Christ, believers have become the dwelling place of the Holy Spirit. God's presence is not distant—it is with His people day and night.Whatever challenge you are facing today, you can keep moving forward. Be strong. Be courageous. Keep doing the work God has given you, because He will never leave you or forsake you.Pray with me.Lord Jesus, thank You that You are with me. This Truth sustains and encourages me. I will rest in Your presence whatever my situation. You are my strong tower. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In Matthew 25, Jesus tells the story of ten virgins waiting for the bridegroom. All were invited. All expected him to come. All carried lamps. All even fell asleep. But when the bridegroom finally arrived, only five were ready.In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains why this parable should cause every professing Christian to examine the reality of his or her faith. The difference between the wise and foolish virgins was not what they claimed to believe—it was whether they were actually prepared when the bridegroom came.Jesus warned that as wickedness increases, many will grow cold and fall away. Dr. Youssef points to widespread confusion about salvation today, including the belief that sincerity, religious faith in general, or good works can make a person right with God. But Scripture could not be clearer: Jesus Christ alone is the way to the Father, and salvation cannot be earned.The Gospel declares that Christ accomplished what we could never accomplish for ourselves. His death and resurrection are our only hope. If you are uncertain whether you are ready for Christ's return, this episode offers a serious but gracious invitation: do not rely on religious appearances or empty words. Come fully to Jesus Christ and entrust your whole life to Him.Pray with me.Lord Jesus, give me Your vision for eternity and help me to keep my eyes on You by the power of Your Spirit. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Comentamos la actualidad del momento con Matías Vallés. Manuel Fernández Navas, profesor de Didáctica y Organización Educativa de la Universidad de Málaga, evalúa el verdadero valor de los resultados del informe PISA. Nuestro compañero Pablo Lumbreras se acerca al Colegio Mayor Chaminade para hablar con Juan Antonio Herrero Brasas, excolegial del CMU Chaminade que lideró el movimiento de erradicación de las novatadas en el colegio. La palabra del día es "novatada". El economista Santiago Niño Becerra hace un análisis socioeconómico del informe PISA. Iker Sojo, desde Radio San Sebastián, nos cuenta la historia de Youssef: un argelino de 54 años que lleva más de 25 viviendo en Donosti al que se le está negando un trasplante de pulmón que necesita para poder seguir con vida. Escuchamos algunas de las audiobiografías de nuestros oyentes.

At the root of much anxiety is the fear that something valuable will be taken away—our possessions, security, plans, or future. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that true peace cannot be found in what we own, but in the God who owns everything and graciously provides for His people.God does not bless us merely so that we can accumulate more. He desires willing conduits through whom His gifts can flow to others and His Kingdom work can advance. When we recognize that everything we have comes from Him and exists for His glory, fear begins to loosen its grip.Dr. Youssef explains that fear and faith cannot rule the heart at the same time. Jesus taught that worry exposes the places where we struggle to trust God. Yet because God is perfectly loving, faithful, just, and sovereign, His children can rest in His character even when circumstances feel uncertain.Worry focuses on what might be lost. Contentment focuses on what can never be taken away: the presence of God, the promises of Christ, and the glory that awaits His people. As we lose ourselves in obedience and the proclamation of the Gospel, God offers a peace this world cannot manufacture—a peace that remains even in life's fiercest storms.Let us pray.Lord Jesus, I know worry doesn't add anything good to my life, so help me turn from fear and instead exercise faith. Fill me with Your peace. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Whenever lives are lost unexpectedly, the same painful questions rise: Where is God? Why did He allow this? Could He have stopped it? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef looks at how Jesus responded to two tragedies that shook the people of His day.In Luke 13, Jesus refers to Galileans who were killed while worshiping and to eighteen people who died when the tower of Siloam collapsed. The crowd assumed those victims must have been worse sinners than everyone else. Jesus rejected that conclusion outright.Instead, He turned the conversation toward a deeper spiritual reality: tragedy should remind us of the brevity of life and the urgency of repentance. Jesus warned that judgment ultimately comes to all who refuse to turn from sin and receive God's mercy.But this is not a message without hope. God has provided a way of escape through Jesus Christ. Through Him, sinners can receive forgiveness, grace, victory over sin, and the promise of eternal life.This episode offers a biblical perspective for moments when suffering feels senseless—calling us away from speculation and toward repentance, faith, and the everlasting hope found in Christ.Pray with me.Father God, thank You for Your lovingkindness toward me. I know goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What should believers do when the foundations of society seem to be crumbling? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to Psalm 11 and the prophet Isaiah for encouragement in seasons of anxiety, uncertainty, and change. Judah faced such a moment when King Uzziah died after more than five decades on the throne. The nation suddenly found itself asking, “What happens now?” Isaiah may have wondered the same thing. But in that very season of upheaval, God gave him a transforming vision: “I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne.” The message could not have been clearer. Earthly rulers change, nations shift, and circumstances become uncertain—but the true King never leaves His throne. That same Truth speaks powerfully to believers today. Our hope is not ultimately anchored in political stability, cultural strength, or human leadership. It rests in the changeless promises and sovereign rule of Almighty God. And we know even more than Isaiah did. Jesus Christ—the King who was mocked, crucified, and buried—rose victoriously from the grave and reigns today. Whatever uncertainty surrounds you, lift your eyes above the turmoil. Your King is alive, His throne is secure, and He can be trusted with whatever comes next. Let us pray. Lord Jesus, help me to trust You, resting in Your love and promises even when this world and my circumstances look bleak. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The judgments described in Revelation are sobering. Seal after seal reveals war, famine, death, persecution, upheaval, and divine judgment against a world hardened in rebellion. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to the Lamb of God as the central figure in this unfolding vision. Jesus Christ alone is worthy to open the scroll because through His death and resurrection He has conquered sin, Satan, and death. History is not spiraling out of control—it is moving toward the triumph of its rightful King. As the seals and trumpets unfold, Revelation also offers powerful reassurance to God's people. The martyrs are heard. The faithful are sealed. God knows those who belong to Him, and no force of evil can overturn His purposes or snatch His people from His hand. The judgments of Revelation are therefore not meant to paralyze believers with fear. They are meant to awaken urgency, strengthen hope, and remind us that Christ will ultimately establish His righteous rule. Jesus said that when these things begin to happen, His people should “stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” So rather than living in dread, make every day count for Christ. Take heart. Your King is victorious, your redemption is secure, and your destiny is glory. Join me in prayer. Lord Jesus, empower me to remember I am destined for glory as I face trials on this earth. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What comes to mind when you think about heaven—uncertainty and fear, or anticipation and joy? God gave the apostle John an extraordinary glimpse into the heavenly throne room so believers could live with confidence in the eternal hope of the Gospel. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef walks through the magnificent scene of Revelation 4. At its center stands the throne of God, declaring His absolute sovereignty and authority. Around it are vivid signs of His glory, sacrifice, faithfulness, power, and holiness, while the elders and heavenly creatures respond with unceasing worship. John's vision also reminds us that God's redeemed people are united by faith in the Messiah. Those who looked forward to Christ's coming and those who look back to His cross and resurrection share the same hope: eternal life in the presence of God. The Holy Spirit, who strengthens, comforts, guides, and transforms believers today, is part of this glorious heavenly vision as well. God has not left His people alone while they wait for eternity. He is preparing us even now to delight more fully in His presence. The enemy would have us fear death, cling tightly to this temporary world, or imagine heaven as dull and distant. Scripture gives us a radically different picture. What God has prepared for His children surpasses every beauty and pleasure this world can offer. Set your mind on things above. One day, faith will become sight, and the redeemed will behold their Lord face to face—worshiping and enjoying Him forever. Pray with me. Lord Jesus, I look forward to the day when I will see You seated on Your throne in glory. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Jesus Christ is not merely part of history—He is its focal point, the Beginning and the End, worthy of all glory, honor, majesty, and praise. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to John's extraordinary vision of the glorified Christ in Revelation. Jesus stands among seven golden lampstands representing His churches, reminding us that the Church exists to shine His light faithfully into a dark world. John sees Christ in overwhelming majesty: clothed with authority, perfectly holy, seeing all things, speaking with supreme power, and prepared to judge with righteousness. His Word penetrates the deepest places of the heart, and His face shines with glorious brilliance. This is the risen Lord who knows His Church completely—and whose return should shape how we live today. That urgency lies behind Christ's messages to the seven churches of Revelation. His words include warning, correction, encouragement, conviction, and invitation. And one of His most searching challenges concerns our love for Him. It is possible to defend Biblical Truth, pursue good works, and still allow our affection for Jesus to grow cold. Accurate theology and faithful service can never replace wholehearted love for the Savior Himself. If your love for Christ has weakened, His invitation remains open: confess, repent, and return. Rekindle your first love, order your life in light of eternity, and live today with the joyful expectation that your glorious King could return at any time. Let us pray. Lord Jesus, forgive me for setting my eyes on the things of this world rather than You, my Redeemer. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Revelation is not simply a book about future events. It is a message from God meant to shape our lives right now. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to the blessing promised in Revelation 1:3 for those who read, hear, and take its words to heart. Through this extraordinary vision, Scripture reveals Jesus Christ as the suffering Savior who died and rose again—and the victorious King who will return in power and righteous judgment. The Messiah who came first in humility will come again in glory. Today, Christ graciously invites sinners to receive eternal life, but Revelation reminds us that history is moving toward a decisive conclusion. His return will bring judgment, vindication, and the fulfillment of every promise God has made. The apostle John received this vision while exiled on Patmos for his faithfulness to Christ. What looked like isolation and defeat became the setting for one of Scripture's greatest revelations of God's sovereignty. John was reminded—and so are we—that history is not spinning out of control. God reigns over the past, present, and future, and every event ultimately serves His purposes. So don't approach Revelation with curiosity alone. Let its warnings awaken you, let its promises strengthen you, and let its vision of the returning Christ lift your eyes above present trials. The darkness will not last forever. Jesus Christ is coming again, and His glory will overcome it all. Join me in prayer. Lord, thank You for the wondrous picture of the glory that is coming that You have provided in Revelation. May I take Your Word seriously as both an admonishment and an encouragement to live for You today. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

You can be doing the right thing for the right reason—and still become discouraged enough to stop. After decades of exile in Babylon, a faithful remnant of God's people returned to Jerusalem to rebuild the temple. They had chosen obedience over comfort, but fierce opposition eventually brought their work to a halt. For years, the mission God had given them remained unfinished. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to Haggai 1 and 2, where God confronted His discouraged people with a repeated challenge: “Consider your ways.” The Israelites needed to examine their priorities, remember their calling, and resume the work they had abandoned. Opposition often intensifies when we begin taking God seriously. Distraction, resistance, and discouragement can tempt us to quit at precisely the moment we should persevere. Like the Israelites, we must decide whether we will follow the comfortable majority or remain part of the faithful remnant. Jesus Himself chose obedience over the easier road. In Gethsemane, facing unimaginable suffering, He surrendered to the Father: “Yet not as I will, but as you will.” Christ endured because the glory ahead was greater than the suffering before Him. Whatever opposition you are facing today, do not allow discouragement to destroy your spiritual momentum. Reconsider your priorities, surrender your will to God, and keep moving forward. The road may be difficult, but Christ is worth following all the way to the finish line. Pray with me. Lord Jesus, I pray that my faith would become even stronger so that when I face discouragement, I will not give up but press on to serve You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Living a godly life in an ungodly world can be costly. Scripture makes it clear that believers should not be surprised when obedience to Christ brings rejection, ridicule, or resistance. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to Paul's warning in 2 Timothy and Jesus' words in John 15: those who belong to Christ will sometimes face opposition precisely because they no longer belong to the world. When Christians pursue purity, righteousness, and integrity, a culture walking in darkness may resent the light their lives represent. But God does not call His people to stand alone. The Holy Spirit gives believers power to withstand the pressures around them, while God's Word exposes lies and trains us in righteousness. Scripture teaches, corrects, rebukes, and equips us to live faithfully in every circumstance. The more deeply we immerse ourselves in God's Word, the more our hearts and minds become aligned with His will. Obedience becomes clearer. Discernment grows stronger. And standing for Truth becomes less about resisting the world through sheer willpower and more about walking closely with Christ. When pressure comes, stay rooted in Scripture and dependent on the Holy Spirit. God has given you everything you need to stand firm, walk in the light, and remain faithful to Him. Prayer: God, thank You for Your Spirit within me to guide me to respond to worldly thinking with Biblical wisdom. Thank You for Your Word that exposes the lies around me. Help me to stay in Your Word so that my heart and mind will be aligned with Yours. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “This is the verdict: Light has come into the world, but people loved darkness instead of light because their deeds were evil” (John 3:19). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Never Give Up, Don't Conform to the World: WATCH NOW| LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What gives believers the courage to obey God when His plan seems confusing or impossible? The heroes of Hebrews 11 understood that their confidence did not rest in circumstances—it rested in the character of Almighty God. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that courageous faith begins by recognizing the greatness of God's power and the certainty of His promises. The God who created the heavens and calls every star by name cannot fail, lie, or make a mistake. When He speaks, His people can trust Him enough to obey. Consider Joshua marching around the fortified walls of Jericho or Gideon facing an army described as being “thick as locusts.” God's instructions may not have made sense from a human perspective, but both men moved forward because they trusted the One who gave the command. That same faith is necessary when our circumstances puzzle us, suffering weighs us down, or the road ahead appears impossible. God does not promise that obedience will always be easy, but He does promise to remain faithful—equipping, guiding, and strengthening His people through every battle. Whatever you are facing today, remember the foundation of courageous faith: God is powerful, God is faithful, God is sovereign, and Christ has already secured the ultimate victory. Keep praying. Keep obeying. Keep trusting the God who works all things for the good of those who love Him. Prayer: God, thank You for the examples of courageous faith found in Your Word. Help me to always trust You and Your plan for victory. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “For the Lord your God is the one who goes with you to fight for you against your enemies to give you victory” (Deuteronomy 20:4). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, We Can Be like Them: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What will you do when obedience to God costs you something? Hebrews 11 describes men and women who endured ridicule, imprisonment, mistreatment, and even death rather than abandon their faith. They could have escaped much of their suffering by conforming to the world around them, but they chose obedience because they trusted God and His promises. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that followers of Christ still face pressure to compromise. It may come through rejection from friends, career consequences for refusing unethical practices, ridicule from coworkers, or hostility toward your Christian convictions. Whatever form it takes, the temptation is the same: conform rather than stand firm. But believers are not without strength. When opposition comes, we can look to the cross of Jesus Christ as our fortress and our joy. The faithful saints of the Old Testament looked forward to God's promised redemption, while believers today look back to Christ's finished work on the cross as the only basis of salvation. When your faith and complete trust rest in Jesus Christ, you can persevere through rejection, hardship, and trials without surrendering to fear. The world may pressure you to compromise, but God calls you to stand firm—rejoicing in the Kingdom that is already here and awaiting its glorious fulfillment. Prayer: Father, though I am not faced with the extreme, violent persecution that so many believers in other countries are dealing with today, I do struggle with feelings of rejection and pressure from unbelievers in my life. In these moments, help me remember those who have gone before me and have stood strong in the face of persecution. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed” (2 Corinthians 4:8-9). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Warring Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Every runner knows that unnecessary weight makes a long race harder. The same is true in the Christian life. Hebrews 12 calls believers to “throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles” so we can run with perseverance the race God has marked out for us. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef identifies some of the spiritual weights that can slow us down: anxiety, worry, bitterness, greed, unconfessed sin, and doubts about God's power. Left unchecked, these burdens can exhaust us and eventually bring our spiritual progress to a halt. Another dangerous distraction is comparison. When we become preoccupied with ourselves or constantly look at how others are running, we take our eyes off the path before us. Scripture gives us a better focus: Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. Jesus endured opposition, rejection, betrayal, suffering, and the cross because of the joy set before Him. He finished His race faithfully, and He now calls us to follow His example with our eyes fixed on eternity. If you feel spiritually tired, discouraged, or tempted to quit, look again to Jesus. He is your source of faith, your example of endurance, and your strength for every step. Keep running. Keep persevering. The eternal prize is worth the race. Prayer: Father, help me to throw off anything that is hindering me in my marathon of faith. Help me to stay focused on You and to follow Your example. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have not grown weary” (Revelation 2:3). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, We Can Be like Them: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Abraham understood that God had a greater plan for his life, so he learned to shift his focus from the world he could see to the world that was still to come. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to Hebrews 11 and the faith of Abraham and the other Old Testament saints. They lived as foreigners and strangers on earth, trusting promises they could only see from a distance because they were “longing for a better country—a heavenly one.” For believers in Jesus Christ, that same eternal perspective changes everything. Through salvation, we have been adopted into God's family, and our ultimate citizenship is no longer rooted in this passing world. The suffering and disappointments of this life cannot compare with the glory God has prepared for His children. Abraham's journey also reminds us that great faith does not mean a failure-free life. He experienced setbacks, detours, and discouragements, but he refused to make those places his permanent home. He kept trusting, growing, and pressing forward because his eyes remained fixed on God's promises and faithfulness. God has prepared an enduring city for everyone who belongs to Christ. Until the day we enter it fully, we can experience a taste of heaven on earth as we worship Jesus, walk by faith, and live each day with eternity in view. Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your gift of salvation. Teach me all I need to know about You and allow me to serve You today. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, . . .” (Philippians 3:20). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Witness of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.