Verse of the day - August 18 #verseoftheday #dailydevotional #dailybiblereading2024 (Morning Prayer)

Bible Verse of the day - August 18, 2024 | Word of God | Morning Reflection | Morning Prayer #dailydevotional #verseoftheday #dailybiblereading2024 #dailybiblereading2023 #shorts #short #bibleversefortoday #bible #biblereadingaudio #morningprayers #eveningprayer #bibleversesforstrength #bibleverseforpeaceofmind #Bibleverse #scriptureoftheday #biblereadingaudio Chapter's in this video: 0:00 Verse of the day. 0:25 Thought's on today's verse. 2:00 Prayer for the day. Verse of the day - 18 August 2024 When all the people were being baptized, Jesus was baptized too. And as he was praying, heaven was opened and the Holy Spirit descended on him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven: “You are my Son, whom I love; with you I am well pleased.” Luke 3:21-22. Thoughts on today's verse: When Jesus was baptized, a profound event unfolded. As He was praying, the heavens opened, signifying a divine connection and the commencement of His public ministry. This moment underscores the importance of prayer and its power to align us with God's will. Jesus, though sinless, submitted to baptism, exemplifying humility and obedience to God's plan. This act of submission highlights the significance of baptism as a symbol of repentance and renewal. The Holy Spirit descended upon Jesus in a visible form, resembling a dove. This manifestation of the Spirit affirmed Jesus' identity and mission, marking Him as the chosen one to bring salvation. The descent of the Holy Spirit also illustrates the Trinitarian nature of God, showing the unity and distinct roles within the Godhead. It emphasizes the empowerment that comes from the Spirit, equipping Jesus for His ministry and affirming His divine authority. A voice from heaven declared, "You are my beloved Son; with you, I am well pleased." This divine proclamation not only confirmed Jesus' identity as the Son of God but also expressed the Father's deep love and approval. This affirmation is crucial as it reassures Jesus of His mission and provides a model of the relationship between the Father and the Son. It also invites believers to understand their own identity and worth in God’s eyes, knowing that through Christ, they too are beloved and pleasing to God. Prayer for the day: Heavenly Father, we come before You with hearts full of gratitude for the example of Jesus' baptism. Just as the heavens opened and Your Spirit descended upon Him, we ask for Your Holy Spirit to fill our lives. Guide us in our daily walk, helping us to remain humble and obedient to Your will, just as Jesus demonstrated. Lord, we thank You for the reassurance that we are Your beloved children, and we ask for the strength to live in a way that is pleasing to You. Let Your voice guide us, reminding us of our worth and purpose in Your kingdom. Help us to embrace our identity in You and to share Your love with those around us. Holy Spirit, empower us to fulfill the mission You have set before us. Give us the courage to follow Jesus' example in our actions and decisions. May Your presence be evident in our lives, and may we always seek to do Your will. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. It's a great pleasure to bring this video to you and share the word of our Lord. Hope you like our effort. Do like the video and subscribe to our channel. Your small support will be a great help to us. Daily verse of the day: https://linktr.ee/verse_playlist Daily audio Bible reading: https://linktr.ee/old_testament Do check the Instagram account: https://www.instagram.com/bible_verse... GOD BLESS US ALL :)