DEEPER LIFE DAILY MANNA FOR TODAY
Daily Manna by Pastor Kumuyi 9th January 2026, is a daily devotional sets out to provide spiritual nourishment for the believers who truly seek God and would walk closely with Him.
The Topic of Deeper Life Daily Manna Devotional for 9th January 2026 Is “Cross Before Crown”
Text: Esther 2:10–17 (KJV)
KEY VERSE: Esther 2:17
“And the king loved Esther above all the women, and she obtained grace and favour in his sight more than all the virgins; so that he set the royal crown upon her head, and made her queen instead of Vashti.”
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DAILY MANNA FOR TODAY
A politician who lost several elections before finally becoming one of the most admired leaders in history once said that his greatest lesson was learning patience in the face of adversity.
Despite ridicule, rejection, and repeated failure—including mockery about his poor academic record—he remained humble and obedient to God’s laws. That man was Abraham Lincoln, who eventually became one of the greatest presidents of the United States.
Long before Lincoln, a young Jewish woman named Esther demonstrated even greater courage, patience, and trust in God. She lived as an alien in Persia under King Ahasuerus at a time when her people faced imminent destruction.
She was an orphan, a foreigner, and a member of a despised race. Closely guided by Mordecai, her guardian, Esther endured uncertainty, discipline, and fear without compromising her faith. Against all odds, God honoured her quiet obedience and granted her favour, crowning her queen of Persia.
The path to greatness, glory, and fulfilment is rarely smooth. It is often marked by trials, temptations, disappointments, and painful tests. True promotion comes through self-denial, humility, and submission to God’s will—even when it contradicts our desires.
What many see as setbacks are often blessings in disguise. The wise, like Esther and Lincoln, accept life’s challenges as preparation for future honour.
Above all, genuine followers of Christ must remember that the cross always comes before the crown. Our Lord Jesus Himself endured suffering, shame, and rejection before being exalted in glory.
Therefore, when we face mockery, persecution, or denial because of our faith, let us rejoice, knowing that these trials are part of the journey toward the eternal crown prepared for us in Christ’s kingdom.
THOUGHT FOR THE DAY:
Today the cross, tomorrow the crown.
THE BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:
Matthew 20–21
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