Joel Osteen Daily Devotional (August 20, 2024) What’s in Your Hand?
Today's Scripture: Moses answered, “What if they do not believe me or listen to me and say, ‘The LORD did not appear to you’?” Then the LORD said to him, “What is that in your hand?” “A staff,” he replied. - Exodus 4:1–2, NIV
Today's Word: When God called Moses to lead two million Israelites out of Egypt, Moses asked Him how he could prove to the people that God had spoken to him. God said, “Moses, what’s in your hand?” Moses looked down at his staff and must have thought, “It’s just a stick.” God said, “Throw it down.” He threw it down, and it turned into a snake. God said, “Pick it up.” He picked it up, and it turned back into a rod. God was showing Moses he had what he needed, even if it looked ordinary and insignificant. You may have small faith today. That’s okay. Use it, and God can move mountains. You may have average talent. That’s all right. Use it, and God can do something exceptional. He’s going to multiply your talent, your resources, and your creativity. You may feel weak, but God is breathing on your dreams, your finances, your health, and your children. This is not the time to shrink back in fear. This is the time to move forward in faith. You are equipped with everything you need to fulfill your destiny.
Prayer For Today: “Father, thank You that You have provided me with exactly what I need for the season I am in. Thank You that You have equipped and empowered me with every good thing right now, and You will keep providing for me as I need it. I declare that I am moving forward in faith. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.”
