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Today's Devotion
From Dr. David Jeremiah
Going to the Dogs
September 21, 2026
Yes, let every one turn from his evil way and from the violence that is in his hands.
Jonah 3:8
Recommended Reading:
Proverbs 12:10-1610 A righteous man regards the life of his animal,But the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.11 He who tills his land will be satisfied with bread,But he who follows frivolity is devoid of understanding.[{{f}}]12 The wicked covet the catch of evil men,But the root of the righteous yields fruit.13 The wicked is ensnared by the transgression of his lips,But the righteous will come through trouble.14 A man will be satisfied with good by the fruit of his mouth,And the recompense of a man’s hands will be rendered to him.15 The way of a fool is right in his own eyes,But he who heeds counsel is wise.16 A fool’s wrath is known at once,But a prudent man covers shame.
Proverbs 12:10-16
Early Methodist preachers noticed something unexpected when revival swept through parts of England. Men who had once cursed their horses, beaten their dogs, and treated animals harshly began showing gentleness even toward creatures under their care. John Wesley taught that the grace of Christ softens the entire heart. Conversion changed not only how people worshiped God and treated neighbors—it even changed how they treated animals.
When God changes our heart, it affects every relationship we have. When revival came to the city of Nineveh under the preaching of Jonah, people turned away from their evil ways and from feelings of violence. The streets became safer, and the homes became sweeter.
Have you experienced the Lord’s work in your life? Has it affected your interactions with others? It should, and as you walk with Christ, your love, joy, peace, and patience will grow.
True love is an act of the will—a conscious decision to do what is best for the other person instead of ourselves.
Billy Graham
