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Devotional illustration Did you know you didn't get here by chance?
Tip: read the verse out loud and say a short prayer together as a family.
Publication date: May 15, 2026

Did you know you didn't get here by chance?

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Verse:

Thus far the LORD has helped us." (1 Samuel 7:12)

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This verse teaches us that God has always been with us.

The people of Israel had gone through difficult times, but when they trusted in God, He helped them and gave them victory.

Samuel raised a stone and called it "Ebenezer," which means "Stone of Help," to remember that it was God who upheld them until that moment.

💭 Let's think for a moment

Sometimes we believe we achieve everything on our own, but in reality, every step we take is thanks to God's help.

When you look back, can you see how He has cared for you, protected you, or given you strength?

He has been with you in sad and joyful moments, and He has never left you.

🌱 What can we do today?

Today we can thank God for everything He has allowed us to experience.

Even when there are difficult things, He remains faithful.

You can say with all your heart:

Lord, thank you because thus far You have helped me. I trust that You will continue with me.

💬 Phrase to remember

“God has been with me and will continue to help me every day.”

🙏 Closing prayer

Lord Jesus, thank you because you never leave me alone.

Thank you for taking care of me, my family, and everything you give me.

Help me to always trust in you, even when I don't understand things.

I want to remember that you have helped me this far and will continue to do so.

Amen.