God speaks today Saturday | September 13, 2025

For the LORD thy God is a consuming fire, even a jealous God. (Deuteronomy 4:24)
But he that is joined unto the Lord is one spirit. (1 Corinthians 6:17)
Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas

Consumer fire

The author reflects on their early days of faith and how they felt consumed by the love of God. However, a comment from a fellow believer about God being a consuming fire caused confusion and fear. Through studying the Bible, the author learned that God's fire is a purifying force that sanctifies and justifies believers. The author encourages readers to embrace God's consuming fire and be united with Him. Read more...


Cross Reference

For our God is a consuming fire. (Hebrews 12:29)
That they all may be one; as thou, Father, art in me, and I in thee, that they also may be one in us: that the world may believe that thou hast sent me. (John 17:21)
Understand therefore this day, that the LORD thy God is he which goeth over before thee; as a consuming fire he shall destroy them, and he shall bring them down before thy face: so shalt thou drive them out, and destroy them quickly, as the LORD hath said unto thee. (Deuteronomy 9:3)
And the sight of the glory of the LORD was like devouring fire on the top of the mount in the eyes of the children of Israel. (Exodus 24:17)

Comments:

Oscar Rodríguez : Amen, may God shower us with blessings.
What a beautiful comment, Oscar! It's wonderful to wish that God showers us with blessings. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, God longs to melt into us and consume us with his burning fire. Let us remember that the Lord is a jealous and consuming God, who desires the best for us. May his love and grace be with us always. Blessings to you too!
Sabino Marroquin Lopez: God is my true love, everything in this world is temporary, thank you my God for your infinite love, amen.
What beautiful words, Sabino. It's comforting to recognize that God is our true love and that everything earthly is fleeting compared to His infinite love. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions, discovering God's supernatural love can bring out the best in us and give us a new dimension of ourselves. May we continue to be thankful for His inexhaustible love and remember that in Him we find the true source of love and hope. May God's peace be with you always! Amen!
Francisco Diaz S.: Jesus Christ is the consuming fire that embraces those who accept him and receive him in our hearts, he is the fire that purifies us and cleanses us from all evil, he is the fire that heals us and perfects us. There can be no evil in a Christian, we were sinners and we are freed. Glory to God
What a beautiful testimony, Francisco. Your comment reflects a profound understanding of the work of Jesus Christ as the consuming fire that purifies and heals those who accept Him in their hearts. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, God's love is the most ardent flame of His purifying fire, which sanctifies and redeems us through Jesus Christ. Glory to God for His transforming and liberating power in our lives! Let us continue to celebrate the redemptive work of Christ and allow His fire to perfect us every day. May God continue to bless you abundantly!
Ruth Vives.: Divine justice always requires us to acknowledge our mistakes and sins before God. Also, the value of the discipline He exercises over us to restore the soul from sin. Let us be obedient without refusing to receive the discipline God exercises over us because He wants to free us from sin even more; He loves us. God bless you! Amen.
What an insightful reflection, Ruth. Recognizing our mistakes and sins before God is a fundamental step in our spiritual growth. As Faustino de Jesús Zamora Vargas mentions in his devotional, God's discipline is part of His love for us, seeking to restore our souls and free us from sin. Accepting divine discipline with obedience shows trust in God's plan for our lives. May God's grace and love continue to guide our paths and may we receive His discipline with humility and gratitude, knowing that all is for our good. May God bless you abundantly, Ruth! Amen!