July 30, 2026
— William Muirhead · Source: Differences and similarities between Heaven and Man
Matthew 16:26 What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what will anyone give in exchange for their soul?
We often lose our way in the hustle and bustle of worldly pursuits, focusing our attention on immediate achievements, wealth, and fame, while neglecting the most precious thing—the soul—that endures forever. Without the ultimate destination of life, all worldly gains are ultimately vanity. Only by grounding our lives in the salvation and true light of the Creator can the soul find true rest and direction, no longer like a person walking in the dark without a lamp.
Dear Heavenly Father, thank You for giving me precious life and true light. Open my eyes, so that I may not be blinded by worldly gains and fame, but understand the value of the soul. When I am lost or weary, let Your word be a lamp to my feet and a light to my path, guiding me beyond my current limitations and fixing my eyes on Your eternal salvation and love. In the name of Jesus Christ, Amen!