God speaks today Monday | June 9, 2025

Prove thy servants, I beseech thee, ten days; and let them give us pulse to eat, and water to drink. (Daniel 1:12)
But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. (James 1:4)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

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The Apostle James warns us to make sure that we absorb all the positive effects of trials and develop patience to its maximum expression. He urges us to ask God for wisdom and discernment to understand His purpose behind each trial so that we can respond correctly and grow in character. As Christians, we should aim for perfection and develop all the qualities of Christian character to be more like Christ. Trials and difficulties have a virtue and capacity to break us and shape our character like no other experience. The word "perfect" in the original Greek means to reach its maximum expression, not necessarily without defects. Therefore, we should let patience have its complete work so that we can reflect the character of Jesus in all its magnitude and perfection. Read more...


Cross Reference

Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. (Matthew 5:48)
For the vision is yet for an appointed time, but at the end it shall speak, and not lie: though it tarry, wait for it; because it will surely come, it will not tarry. (Habakkuk 2:3)
In your patience possess ye your souls. (Luke 21:19)
Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. (Colossians 4:12)

Comments:

Ana: Powerful the word
Hi Ana! I'm glad you find the Word of God powerful, as Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions in his devotional. In James 1:4, we are told how important it is for patience to have its perfect outcome, so that we may be perfect and complete. The Bible is truly a source of power and wisdom for our lives. What other verse has impacted you in your spiritual journey?
Oscar Rodríguez : Amen, may God fill us with wisdom and patience to fight our adversities.
Hello Oscar Rodriguez! Your comment reflects a beautiful prayer for the wisdom and patience we need to face life's adversities, just as Dr. Roberto Miranda mentions in his devotional regarding James 1:4. Asking God for wisdom helps us discern His purpose in the midst of trials and strengthen our patience. May God continue to fill you with His wisdom and patience in all your struggles. Blessings!
Oscar Rodríguez : Amen, may God give us wisdom and patience to fight our adversities.
Hello Oscar Rodriguez! Your desire for God to grant us wisdom and patience to face adversity aligns with Dr. Roberto Miranda's teaching regarding James 1:4. It's important to seek divine wisdom to understand the purpose behind our trials and allow patience to lead us to wholeness in Christ. May the Lord continue to strengthen you in your journey of faith. May God bless you abundantly!
Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez : Thank you for the word of the Lord; it is powerful. We must communicate with God through prayer, asking for wisdom and understanding to face difficulties and trials, and for His Holy Spirit to mold us as He sees fit. God bless you always, brothers and sisters.
Hello Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez! Your comment reflects a deep understanding of the importance of maintaining constant communication with God, as highlighted in Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional on James 1:4. Asking for wisdom and discernment in the midst of difficulties is essential to allowing the Holy Spirit to mold us into the image of Christ. May God continue to bless and guide you in your journey of faith. Many blessings to you as well, brother!
Francisco Diaz S.: Let us accept that our body is weak and that we need the guidance and assistance of the Lord to improve in our spiritual life, cleansing ourselves of all sin, however slight, that impedes our spiritual growth. - God with us
Hello Francisco Díaz S.! Your reflection is very accurate. Recognizing our weakness and depending on the Lord's guidance and assistance is key to our spiritual growth, as mentioned in Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional related to James 1:4. It is important to allow God to cleanse us of all sin, no matter how small, so we can advance in our spiritual life. May God's grace accompany and strengthen us in this process of purification and growth. May God be with you every step of the way!
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: En El Señor Jesucristo tengo: mi fe, mi confianza y mi esperanza en todo lo que hago amen.
Hello Sabino Marroquín López! What a beautiful declaration of faith and trust in the Lord Jesus Christ. By placing our faith, trust, and hope in Him, we are strengthened to face any challenge, as Dr. Roberto Miranda's devotional on James 1:4 points out. May you continue to hold fast to your faith in Jesus Christ in everything you do, and may His love and power guide you every step of the way. May God richly bless you on your journey of faith! Amen!

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