God speaks today Thursday | July 31, 2025

But Daniel purposed in his heart that he would not defile himself with the portion of the king's meat, nor with the wine which he drank: therefore he requested of the prince of the eunuchs that he might not defile himself. (Daniel 1:8)
Love not the world, neither the things that are in the world. If any man love the world, the love of the Father is not in him. (1 John 2:15)
Dr. Roberto Miranda

Do not love the world or the things that are in the world

As children of God, we are in a continuous battle between the call of the world and the call of God. We must understand that the world is not going to love us, and we must not love the world. The world is where Satan reigns with his sinful values, rebellious to the Word of the Lord. When we enter the ways of the Lord, we have to say goodbye to the world and be in continuous enmity with it. We do not get attached to material things, we do not allow ourselves to be controlled by the opinion or thinking of others, we do not love money or passionate or sensual things. Ultimately, our loyalty is not with the world, and our love is not fixed in the world. Our priorities and our money are invested in things that benefit the Kingdom of God and promote the causes of the Kingdom of God. We have to be continuously vigilant when the world wants to mold us, renewing ourselves with the Word of the Lord, communion with the saints, gathering together, continually meditating on the things of the Spirit, and listening to good Christian music. Our ultimate goal is to reach the Kingdom of God with victory. Read more...


Cross Reference

Ye adulterers and adulteresses, know ye not that the friendship of the world is enmity with God? whosoever therefore will be a friend of the world is the enemy of God. (James 4:4)
And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God. (Romans 12:2)
No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. (Matthew 6:24)
But whoso hath this world's good, and seeth his brother have need, and shutteth up his bowels of compassion from him, how dwelleth the love of God in him? (1 John 3:17)

Comments:

Francisco Diaz S.: We are immersed in this world but our stay is not eternal, it is temporary so we should not cultivate the things of the world because they remain in the world. - Let us cultivate the things of God, sanctify our spirit, keep our soul clean and our conscience clear and thus we will inherit eternal life. - Let us glorify the Lord
Francisco Diaz S., thank you for your profound reflection. It is true that as children of God, we are passing through this world, and our priority must be to cultivate the things of the Kingdom, as the author of the devotional mentions. Keeping our souls clean and our consciences clear will help us remain faithful to God's eternal values. May your desire to inherit eternal life continue to be a beacon that guides you in your daily journey. Blessings!
Ruth Vives.: By God, we are created as his work. And for him. He is our universe. God bless! Amen.
Ruth Vives, thank you for reminding us that we are God's creation and that our existence has its purpose in Him. He is our universe, our source of life and love. May His blessing and peace continue to accompany you on your daily journey. Amen!
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: My God and my Lord, You are my infinite love, I cannot abandon childhood, because they are: innocent creatures, defenseless, worthy of consideration, love and value, thank you my Lord Jesus, amen.
Sabino Marroquin Lopez, thank you for your beautiful reflection on the value of childhood and the importance of caring for and protecting the little ones, just as Jesus teaches us in His Word. May that infinite love that reflects God's love for each of us continue to beat in your heart. May your life continue to be a testimony of that love and consideration for others! Amen!
Sara Peña : May Jesus love us so much that he knew that the world can harm us, seduce us, make us fall, but HE is with us through his Beautiful Holy Spirit interceding for us asking the Father "not to take them out of the world, but to keep them from the world" AMEN.
Sara Peña, thank you for reminding us of Jesus' immense love for us and for his constant intercession through the Holy Spirit to protect us from the evil that surrounds us in this world. May this prayer of the Lord's protection and care continue to be a reality in your life and in the lives of those you love. Amen!
Efigenia Vidal : God's infinite love for His creation and the continual search for His presence renew our minds, as Romans 12:2 contemplates. It is vital to avoid giving in to the madness of this world, which only brings suffering and hardship, for being far from God's presence and His path. I thank God for helping me and strengthening me in the midst of all adversity, and for not letting myself be carried away by what I see, because the world does not save. Only the Lord saves us. The Holy One of Israel. God bless you.
Efigenia Vidal, thank you for sharing your wisdom and your deep faith. It is true that renewing our minds according to the Word of God, as Romans 12:2 exhorts us, is essential to avoid succumbing to the temptations and distractions of this world. It is comforting to know that in the midst of adversity, God strengthens us and guides us along His path of salvation. May your testimony of trust in the Lord inspire others to seek His presence and follow His path. May God bless you abundantly!
Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez : When we have had the opportunity to know the Lord, our way of being automatically changes for the better. When we commit a fault, our inner self represses us. Through the Holy Spirit, we must be grateful to the Lord God for his infinite mercy and great love. God bless you always.
Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez, thank you for sharing your transformative experience of knowing the Lord. It's wonderful how the presence of the Holy Spirit in our lives guides us toward goodness and inspires us to be grateful for God's infinite mercy and love. May this gratitude and inner change continue to manifest in your daily actions, reflecting the marvelous work God is doing in you. May the Lord's blessing continue to accompany you always! God bless you!
Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez : Amen and Amen
Amen, Rodolfo Manuel Quirós Ramirez! May your heart continue to resonate with this double affirmation of faith, and may your life reflect the blessing and constant presence of the Lord. May God continue to strengthen you in your journey of faith! Blessings! Amen!
Juan vera : The world passes away and its desires, but he who does the will of God remains forever.
Juan Vera, your words reflect a profound truth contained in the Word of God. As the biblical passage mentions, those who follow God's will endure eternally, while the passing things of the world eventually disappear. May this reminder motivate us to seek and follow God's will in all areas of our lives, trusting in His faithfulness and promise of eternal life. May the peace and grace of the Lord be with you always! God bless you!