Today Bible verse is – James 1:12
“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.”
Devotion for May 15, 2025
Some days, faith feels like a battlefield.
Not the kind with swords and shields—but the kind where you wake up heavy, worn down by unanswered prayers, betrayal that still stings, or a silent struggle no one sees. You keep showing up. You keep believing. But if you’re honest, part of you wonders… Is it worth it to keep holding on?
James doesn’t give a soft answer. He gives a crown.
“Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial.” Not the man who escapes it. Not the one with the perfect testimony. The one who stays—who doesn’t quit when it would be easier to walk away.
To remain “steadfast” is to keep loving God when the diagnosis doesn’t change. To keep trusting Him when your bank account screams fear. To choose Him when everything in you wants to numb out, lash out, or give up.
And here’s the promise: When you’ve stood the test, you’ll receive the crown of life. That’s not a poetic metaphor—it’s a divine guarantee. There’s a reward coming that outweighs the pain you’re in. God sees what no one else does. Every tear, every “yes” whispered through gritted teeth, every moment you choose Him over comfort—it’s counted.
You don’t endure to earn His love. You endure because you know you’re loved. And the crown? It’s not just a trophy—it’s eternal life, forever union with Jesus, and joy that never dims.
So if today feels like a trial, don’t despise it. Endure it.
Hold on, not because you’re strong—but because the One who promised is faithful. You’re not forgotten. You’re not wasting your pain. You’re walking the narrow road that leads to the crown.
Keep going. Heaven is watching. And your reward is real.
Prayer for May 15, 2025
Lord, some days feel too heavy to carry, but I know You are with me in every trial. Help me to remain steadfast—not by my strength, but through Your Spirit. Remind me that my endurance is not wasted, that You see, You care, and You reward those who love You. Keep my heart soft and my hope alive. I trust You—even here. In Jesus’ name, amen.
