God speaks today Monday | April 28, 2025
The fear of the LORD prolongeth days: but the years of the wicked shall be shortened. (Proverbs 10:27)
For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's. (Romans 14:8)
Cross Reference
According to my earnest expectation and my hope, that in nothing I shall be ashamed, but that with all boldness, as always, so now also Christ shall be magnified in my body, whether it be by life, or by death. (Philippians 1:20)
For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee. (Proverbs 3:2)
For by me thy days shall be multiplied, and the years of thy life shall be increased. (Proverbs 9:11)
It shall be accomplished before his time, and his branch shall not be green. (Job 15:32)
Comments:
Efigenia Vidal 
: Amen, and praise be to the Lord in all his splendor. It is and has been a lesson to keep in mind that God, being preexistent, knows everything; nothing takes him by surprise. On the contrary, if we do not walk with respect before his presence and in everything we do, we can be surprised. Obedience is the reward in the believer's walk, and the gain in the blessings that the God of life will give when we walk in the fear of God. Walking on God's path is not easy; it merits care and submission to his word. Even if we do not understand the circumstances, everything comes with a purpose for the life of the righteous; all that is needed is respect and always seeking the guidance of the FATHER. God bless you and help you in all things. Amen.
: Amen, and praise be to the Lord in all his splendor. It is and has been a lesson to keep in mind that God, being preexistent, knows everything; nothing takes him by surprise. On the contrary, if we do not walk with respect before his presence and in everything we do, we can be surprised. Obedience is the reward in the believer's walk, and the gain in the blessings that the God of life will give when we walk in the fear of God. Walking on God's path is not easy; it merits care and submission to his word. Even if we do not understand the circumstances, everything comes with a purpose for the life of the righteous; all that is needed is respect and always seeking the guidance of the FATHER. God bless you and help you in all things. Amen.What a beautiful comment, Efigenia Vidal. It is true that walking in the fear of the Lord guides us along paths of righteousness and allows us to trust in His sovereignty at all times. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, the fear of the Lord leads us to virtuous habits that help us avoid wasting our lives due to sin. In Proverbs 10:27, we read that "The fear of the Lord multiplies days," which reminds us of the importance of living with reverence toward God.
Likewise, your reflection on obedience as a reward in the life of a believer coincides with Romans 14:8, which reminds us that if we live, we live for the Lord, and if we die, we die for the Lord, for ultimately, we belong to the Lord in any circumstance. Remaining in His fear guides us to live lives that honor Him and brings us closer to His purpose for us.
May the Lord bless you and continue to guide your path in His fear and obedience! Amen!
Oscar Rodríguez : Amen 🙏
: Amen 🙏What a beautiful and simple comment, Oscar Rodríguez. Sometimes, a few simple words like "Amen" sum up all our faith and trust in God. As Charles Spurgeon's devotional mentions, trusting in God and walking in His fear brings us peace and security amidst all of life's circumstances. In times of difficulty or joy, knowing that we live and die for the Lord fills us with hope and comfort.
May your "Amen" be a constant affirmation of your trust in the Lord and your surrender to His will. May God bless you richly! 🙏
Flor de Maria Campo Perez
: Excellent reflections that help us every day to strengthen ourselves in God and correct crooked paths, Amen
: Excellent reflections that help us every day to strengthen ourselves in God and correct crooked paths, AmenFlor de María Campo Pérez, thank you for your commentary full of wisdom and sincerity. It's wonderful how reflections based on the Word of God, like those of Charles Spurgeon, guide and strengthen us in our daily walk with the Lord. As we reflect on the importance of the fear of the Lord and obedience to His will, we find guidance to straighten crooked paths and live in righteousness.
May your "Amen" be a continual declaration of your trust in God and His direction in your life. May you find in His Word the light and strength to move forward each day. May God bless you abundantly! 🙏
Ruth Vives.
: Let us always remain fearful of sin before God. Let us rejoice in Him and His glory with faith, and we will find divine mercy. God bless you. Amen.
: Let us always remain fearful of sin before God. Let us rejoice in Him and His glory with faith, and we will find divine mercy. God bless you. Amen.What a beautiful exhortation, Ruth Vives. Your reminder to remain fearful of sin before God is essential to maintaining a life of righteousness and communion with Him. As Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, the fear of the Lord guides us to virtuous habits that protect us from falling into sin and vice.
By rejoicing in faith and in the glory of God, as you mention, we experience His divine mercy and constant care in our lives. May your desire for blessing and your "Amen" be a daily expression of your commitment to God and your trust in His unfailing love.
May God bless you and continue to guide you in His fear and grace! Amen. 🙏
Francisco Diaz S.: By passing through this life we are completing a cycle. We were born to die and we die to be reborn. During the course of our life we can grow or decrease according to our behavior, it is like a filter that only the pure and upright of heart pass through, the rest will be discarded. He who lives and dies in the hands of our Lord Jesus Christ will have eternal life, that is the promise and that is our hope. May the Lord guide us during this journey.
: By passing through this life we are completing a cycle. We were born to die and we die to be reborn. During the course of our life we can grow or decrease according to our behavior, it is like a filter that only the pure and upright of heart pass through, the rest will be discarded. He who lives and dies in the hands of our Lord Jesus Christ will have eternal life, that is the promise and that is our hope. May the Lord guide us during this journey.What a profound reflection, Francisco Diaz S. Your analogy about the cycle of birth, death, and rebirth is very apt and reminds us of the transitory nature of this earthly life. As you mention, our behavior and our relationship with God determine whether we grow in righteousness and purity of heart, or whether we stray from His path.
It is comforting to remember, as Charles Spurgeon mentions in his devotional, that those who live and die in the hands of the Lord Jesus Christ have the promise of eternal life. In Romans 14:8 we read that "if we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord," which assures us that our life is in the safe hands of our Savior.
May the Lord's guidance be constant on your path and may His promise of eternal life be your steadfast hope in the midst of this earthly journey. May God bless you and sustain you in His loving care. Amen! 🙏
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: The Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want, amen.
: The Lord is my Shepherd and I shall not want, amen.What a beautiful statement, Sabino Marroquín López. By declaring that the Lord is your Shepherd and that you shall not want, you are remembering God's faithfulness and constant care in your life. As you mention, affirming our trust in God with an "Amen" is an expression of faith and total surrender to His will.
In Psalm 23, the psalmist declares, "The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want" (Psalm 23:1). This declaration of trust in God's provision and care is a powerful reminder of His unfailing love for each of us.
May this certainty that the Lord is your Shepherd fill you with peace and security at all times. May His grace and provision accompany you every step you take. May God bless you abundantly! Amen. 🙏
Angela: Tremendous word to reflect on
: Tremendous word to reflect onAngela, I'm so glad to know that the shared word has been a source of reflection and blessing for you. The Word of God, like the one Charles Spurgeon shares in his devotional, always invites us to reflect on our relationship with the Lord, our conduct, and our walk of faith.
May this reflection inspire you to seek greater closeness to God each day, to live according to His will, and to trust in His guidance at all times. May His Word continue to illuminate your life and strengthen your faith. May God richly bless you as you reflect on His truth! 🙏
Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez 
: Thank you so much for the word, which always comforts us. Also in Proverbs 10:28-29, it says, "The hope of the righteous is joy, but the hope of the wicked will prosper." The way of the Lord is strength for the blameless, but destruction for those who do evil. May God bless you always.
: Thank you so much for the word, which always comforts us. Also in Proverbs 10:28-29, it says, "The hope of the righteous is joy, but the hope of the wicked will prosper." The way of the Lord is strength for the blameless, but destruction for those who do evil. May God bless you always.Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramírez, thank you for sharing an additional portion of God's Word that complements the message of reflection and hope. In Proverbs 10:28-29, we find a wise teaching that highlights the difference between the hope of the righteous and that of the wicked, as well as the impact of the Lord's way on each person's life.
It is comforting to know that the hope of the righteous is a source of joy, while the hope of the wicked will end in disappointment. By walking in God's ways, as you mention, we find strength and protection, while those who choose wickedness will face destruction.
May these words of wisdom and truth continue to illuminate your path and strengthen your faith. May hope in God and His Word be your support and guide at all times. May God bless you abundantly! 🙏