Daily Devotion 09 January 2026

Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us. None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds,

they would be too many to declare.

READING: Psalm 40

David sings to God for lifting him “out of the slimy pit, out of the mud and mire” Like David, we were all born into sin, yet God rescued us from the debt that comes with it. He sent His son, Jesus, who paid our sin debt on the cross and does not require any payment in return.

Why would God do something this extravagant? For His glory and our good. Jesus paid our debt so we could have a relationship with God.

God wants to spend time with us and show us His greatness. Sin separated us from God, but when we put our faith in Jesus that distance is removed. Like David, we are filled with hope. The change is so significant that others take notice and start to put their trust in the Lord as well.   

Just like we can't fathom receiving a new home or car for free, we often find it hard to believe God requires no repayment for this incredible gift. The fact is Jesus paid our debt in full. We could never repay Him, nor do we need to.

The only thing left to do is to get to know this generous God and share our story with others (Psalm 40:9-10). As we do, we discover the faithful, merciful God that David knew. And like David, we, too, take joy in doing His will (Psalm 40:8). 

Prayer

Dear Father God, thank You for Your Son Jesus Christ our Saviour and for the salvation that we have received through trusting in His death on the cross and His resurrection. My heart overflows with grateful thanks and praise for His amazing sacrifice for sin. Lord please help me that I may live my life in a manner that glorifies You. Thank You, Father, for Your amazing gift of salvation, Amen