Yvette's Whispers of Faith

A revised version of my Book Daily Devotional Ebenezer Isaiah 30:20 TLB “Though He gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, yet He will be with you to teach you. With your own eyes you will see your Teacher.” There were many seasons in my life where I felt as though I was finally taking a step forward, only to fall back three steps again. As a young Christian I often asked, “Why me?” I felt frustrated, even discouraged. But over time the Holy Spirit taught me a precious truth: “Why not me?” Because it is often through difficulty that God becomes my Teacher. In the quiet moments of struggle, I found myself running to the Word, searching for answers, hoping for direction. Yet in seasons of comfort I would slow down, pray less, and drift slightly without realising it. Adversity has a way of bringing us back to the One who loves us. God is not punishing us; He is teaching us. He is shaping us. He is inviting us to sit at His feet again. If you’re facing hardship today...

Reflecting on 1 Corinthians 15:52 "In a flash, in the twinkling of an eye, at the last trumpet. For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised imperishable, and we will be changed." 1 Corinthians 15:52 The Speed of Grace Have you ever tried to catch the exact moment your eye blinks? It's impossible. That's the timeframe Paul uses to describe one of the most magnificent promises in Scripture: our complete transformation when Christ returns. Not a gradual improvement. Not a slow process of sanctification. But instantaneous, total, irreversible change. This morning as I read through 1 Corinthians 15, this verse stopped me in my tracks. In a world where everything worthwhile seems to take time, building character, healing wounds, growing in faith God promises a transformation that happens faster than we can perceive. What Changes in That Moment? Paul has spent the entire chapter building toward this climax. He's explained that Jesus Christ, the second Adam, rev...

A personal devotional by Yvette This morning during my quiet time, I read 1 Corinthians 12, and one verse touched me so deeply that I had to stop, breathe, and read it again: “But in fact God has arranged the parts in the body, every one of them, just as He wanted them to be.” — 1 Corinthians 12:18 For years I’ve struggled with comparing myself to others. I try to be as beautiful, as thin, as well-put-together as the women I see around me. The perfect long hair, the flawless makeup, the slim figure. And when I don’t match that picture, I feel discouraged, disappointed, and sometimes even ashamed of how I look. But this verse reminded me of something powerful: God arranged me too. Exactly as He wanted me to be. Part of His body. Part of His plan. Chosen. Designed. Loved. How 1 Corinthians 12 Helps Me Live Closer to God The message Paul writes is not about outward appearance it's about identity, purpose, and belonging. Here’s what God showed me today: 1. God never asked me to be s...

By Yvette — Christian Devotional Blog A Quiet Morning, a Wet Earth, and a Heart Seeking God This morning the air was fresh after yesterday's rain, and the ground outside my window was soaked and peaceful. I was reading my Bible whilst the pigeons sat in front of the window. As I opened to 1 Corinthians 11, I came before the LORD again, asking for forgiveness for my impatience, unforgiveness, and quick reactions. I wanted to understand the Lord's Supper more deeply, and I longed to realign my heart with God. Perhaps you've felt the same. This post is for anyone who struggles with bitterness, irritation, and the fear that they'll never "get it right." What Paul Teaches in 1 Corinthians 11 About the Lord's Supper When I read 1 Corinthians 11, I sometimes feel fearful or unworthy. But Paul's message isn't a threat, it's an invitation. He tells believers to examine their hearts before taking the Lord's Supper, not because we must be perfect, bu...

It happened early one morning, just before I woke up. I’m still not entirely sure if it was a dream or a vision, but it felt so vivid almost as if I were standing right there. In the stillness, I saw myself standing, quietly aware of my surroundings. And then, out of nowhere, a lion appeared a strong, magnificent male lion. He wasn’t far from me. He was walking slowly around me, calm and sure of himself. For a moment, I just stood there, watching him. I didn’t feel afraid, which surprised me. Instead, I felt an incredible sense of peace and wonder. The lion’s presence was powerful, yet it carried a strange gentleness, almost as if he was guarding me. When I woke up, the image stayed with me. I kept thinking about it the lion walking around me; and what it might mean. My thoughts went straight to Revelation 5:5, where Jesus is called “the Lion of the tribe of Judah.” The more I reflected on it, the more it felt like a message of protection and strength. I believe the Lord was reminding...

Can I be real with you for a minute? Tithing is something I wrestle with. I try my best to be faithful, giving to the best of my ability. But let's be honest, sometimes I look around and see others who seem to be blessed in ways I'm not. They have this financial ease, this "caliber" of blessing, that can feel a world away from my own reality. And in those moments of doubt, a quiet, gentle voice reminds me: I am blessed. God does provide. He has come through for me more times than I can count, often in ways I didn't even see until later. He's always there, picking me up when I've lost it and guiding me when I'm blind to the path. My heart is so grateful for that. But my thinking still needs work. My human nature kicks in and whispers, "I earned this. I worked for this salary." It’s a constant battle to get my heart aligned with the truth. And the truth is found in verses like this: “A tithe of everything from the land, whether grain from the ...

You know that verse we often hear? Matthew 6:33: “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” It can sometimes feel like a big, lofty command. But what if it’s actually a kind and practical promise? The "things" Jesus is talking about, our daily needs like provision, relationships, and health; have a way of falling into their proper place when we get the main thing right. And that main thing is seeking His kingdom. So, what is His kingdom? For me, it’s about consciously living under the gentle, wise rule of Christ each day. It’s about submitting my plans, my worries, and my hopes to His will. And that word "seek"? It’s an active, loving call. It asks for: • Intentionality: Think about when you’ve lost something truly precious. You put other things on hold. You look until you find it. That’s the kind of focused pursuit Jesus is describing. • Importance: Things like success, status, and possessions aren't bad ...