Charles Stanley Daily Devotional 29 January 2026 (In Touch) Thursday Message
Charles Stanley Daily Devotional TOPIC: The Moments That Sustain Us
TODAY’S SCRIPTURE: Psalms 145:1-5
1 I will extol You, my God, O King, And I will bless Your name forever and ever.
2 Every day I will bless You, And I will praise Your name forever and ever.
3 Great is the LORD, and highly to be praised, And His greatness is unsearchable.
4 One generation shall praise Your works to another, And shall declare Your mighty acts.
5 On the glorious splendor of Your majesty And on Your wonderful works, I will meditate.
Do you find that peace comes naturally, or does it feel like a constant struggle to attain? Sometimes it seems as if so many things are actively working against our peace that our spirit may never know a moment’s rest. How can we quiet distractions long enough to hear God’s voice?
The key is found in meditating. Perhaps you’re thinking, Meditation is too self-focused; it serves no purpose in a Christian’s life. But the truth is, meditation is not about listening to yourself; on the contrary, it is about quieting your own mind and listening for the gentle whispers of the Lord (Psalm 119:15).
Think about your prayer life. Whose voice is more prominent—yours or the Father’s? For most people, the vast majority of prayer time is spent talking to God, thanking Him for what He’s done, and asking for help. The Lord does tell us to let our requests be made known to Him (Philippians 4:6). But if you never spend time listening closely for a response, how will you know what He wants to communicate to you?
The time we spend listening to the Lord is a good indication of how much we respect and enjoy our relationship with Him. Consider your own prayer habits, and if you feel things could improve, commit to listen for what God wants to share.
BIBLE IN A YEAR: Exodus 39-40
THOUGHT FOR TODAY: How can we quiet our distractions long enough to hear God’s voice?
Dr. Charles F. Stanley was the founder of In Touch Ministries and a New York Times best-selling author. Throughout his ministry, he demonstrated a keen awareness of people’s needs and provided Christ-centered biblically based principles for everyday life.
