July 24, 2026

Just For Today Day 24 Putting Off by SGLY Ministry

Just for Today I will put off all…
YOKES OF BONDAGE
“stand fast therefore in the liberty wherewith Christ hath set you free, and be not entangled again with the yoke of bondage. Galations 5:1 (NKJV)

Today’s Thought:
A Yoke is a device that joins two things together, usually at the head , as it is secured around the neck or upper body as a harness would be.
As believers, we would want to be yoked to or united to Christ, head to head, as we are to have His mind and follow His ways, for His yoke is easy and His burden is light.
It is a yoke of love, a submission to His will, not a yoke of bondage.

Therefore, we need to “put off” any yokes of bondage to things that are not of Christ so we will be free to put on the yoke of Jesus.

Jesus said: “Take my yoke upon you, and learn of Me; for I am meek and lowly in heart, and ye shall find rest unto your souls. For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:29-30 (NKJV)

Today’s Prayer:
Just for Today Lord, with Your help, I commit to stand in the liberty I have received in Christ and will not be entangled again in the yoke of bondage to negative things, for Your word says in Romans 12:2 that, as a believer, I need to renew my mind daily so as to put off the old man and put on the new man.
Therefore, each day I will seek to “put off” any old traits, habits or feelings that I might see in my life and I will begin to “put on” the new things I have been given in Christ.

These 24 days have had us focused on “putting things off” in our lives.
Each day we have read scripture that shows some negative thing that we should not have as a part of our life .
Use this day to review and think upon those negative things that may have been or still are present in your life.

JUST FOR TODAY–Part One–PUTTING OFF:
ANGER
BITTERNESS
COVETNESS
DESPAIR
EVIL
FEAR
GUILT
HOPLESSNESS
INADEQUACY
JUDGING
LAZINESS
MALICE
NEGLIGENCE
OLD FEELINGS
PRESUMPTIONS
QUARRELING
RUMORS
STRIFE
THOUGHTS
UNBELIEF
VENGEANCE
WEARINESS
YESTERDAYS
YOKES OF BONDAGE

Then, resolve with God’s help to “put off” any of those things so you can make room to “put on” the new things that God wants you to have in your life.

Tomorrow, we will start “Part Two–Just For Today”, where we will begin “putting on” new good things!
We will attempt to daily replace the negative things we have” put off” by “putting on” new good things.
It will be an exciting daily adventure and I hope you will continue joining us each day for this renewing experience!

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A Confident and Determined You

Thought for the Day

"With God by our side, we can accomplish anything we set our minds to. He gives us the strength, determination, and self-confidence to believe that we can move mountains. It is this trust in God that we need to draw on in order to not give into feelings of self-doubt and defeat."

Today's Word

"Though an army besiege me, my heart will not fear; though war break out against me, even then I will be confident. One thing I ask from the LORD, this only do I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life" (Psalm 27:3-4 NIV)

Today's Prayer

Father, with You I can accomplish anything. Nothing can stand before me that cannot be conquered. It is with You that I have the confidence to face anything with courage and determination. Amen.

The Whisper Of God

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Praise the Lord!

Good morning folks!

Praise the Lord! I am sure all of us have testimonies to share. It is one thing to read the Scriptures and another thing to share His testimonies. Sharing our testimonies brings glory to God. It edifies fellow believers. It encourages crushed spirits. It reaffirms our faith in God's providence. It refills us once again with love, joy and peace.

Let us take the time today to share His praises among the community of fellow believers, with friends, neighbors, family members, passerby's etc.

May God bless you all!

Coffee with Jesus

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Be Thankful

Be happy [in your faith] and rejoice and be gladhearted continually (always); be unceasing in prayer [praying perseveringly]; thank [God] in everything [no matter what the circumstances may be, be thankful and give thanks], for this is the will of God for you [who are] in Christ Jesus [the Revealer and Mediator of that will]. Do not quench (suppress or subdue) the [Holy] Spirit.
—1 Thessalonians 5:16-19

Be thankful for everything, and be careful not to quench the Holy Spirit by complaining, or you will lose your joy. You can be gladhearted no matter what your circumstances are.

Renew your mind to God’s ideals and attitude (See Romans 12:2). If you spend time in God’s presence, you will think differently about yourself, and about the people around you. You will have the mind of Christ, and be full of His love.

From the book Starting Your Day Right: Devotions for Each Morning of the Year by Joyce Meyer.

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Today’s Scripture: "Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me." (Psalm 23:4, NLT)

Walk Through

We’ve all been in seasons of life when we feel like things aren’t going our way, or we’re not where we want to be. In these times, it’s tempting to let discouragement and doubt come in and take away the peace and excitement you once had.

You may be in one of those seasons right now, struggling to truly be happy where you are. But this is not the way God wants you to live. He tells us in scripture that even in the difficult times, He is with us. Even when you can’t see a way out, He will make a way through. Even when things don’t turn out the way we planned, He has a plan to turn things around for our good.

The key is to not get upset about your circumstances. Instead, be determined to walk through to victory. Declare by faith that no weapon formed against you shall prosper. Declare by faith that you are rising higher. Keep standing, keep believing and keep hoping because God has a bright future in store for you!

A Prayer for Today: "Father, I humbly come to You today giving You all that I am. I ask for Your peace in the midst of the storm. I ask for Your strength to stand strong, knowing that with You, I will walk through every adversity in Jesus’ name. Amen!"

Joel Osteen

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Bible Verses

2 Corinthians 9:6-8 6 Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. 7 Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. 8 And God is able to bless you abundantly, so that in all things at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good work.

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To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen. Philippians 4:20

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Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up. — James 4:10

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Honor the LORD for the glory of His name. Worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness. Psalm 29:2

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Prayers

To Speak in Sympathy

Lord God, I pray that you will give me the strength to speak up for the woebegotten and those isolated in any way, even when no other person will; let me refrain from the unkind silence created in a hard heart, the unkind silence that clouds the bright sunshine of human sympathy and truth. Give me strength to be the first to speak the tender word of healing and friendship; make your Spirit powerful in my heart, that I may not remain silent when Christian love requires that something be said. And give me a sense of purpose, that I might actively forge the bonds of love among my brothers and sisters in Christ; this I ask in His name, Amen.

Meditation

[Give me the strength to speak, when something must be said.]

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Eternal God, may I become more like thee. Give me the desire to associate myself with people and places where the divine spirit is supreme. May my soul breathe in the influence of all that is good and true; and may I use my life for thy honor and praise. Amen.

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Dear heavenly Father, I do appreciate all that You have given me. Lord, please help me to overcome any selfishness or insecurity that would keep me from giving to the poor and needy. Help me to be sensitive to the needs of others and not just concerned about my own needs. Also, let me not be neglectful to pray for those who may not have anyone praying for them. I do pray for my family and friends, but Lord, enlarge my heart to reach out beyond my circle of relationships, that I may pray for and give to those You would show me that have needs. Let me always be merciful to those who need mercy and I thank you for the many times You have shown mercy to me. I ask this in the name of Jesus. Amen.

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“A Prayer Of Thanks For God’s Word”

Father, You bless those those who hunger and thirst for righteousness. The sweetness of Your Word is like sweet honey in our mouth that reminds us of Your faithfulness, Your goodness and Your mercy that overflows into our lives as You forgive us of our sins and provide us with an abundant life. Your Words are a sweet savor to our soul as we walk obediently according to Your Word. Amen.

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I Have All in God by Julian of Norwich

God of your goodness, give me yourself, for you are sufficient for me... If I were to ask anything less I should always be in want, for in you alone do I have all.