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“The Intense Contrast”
January 31, 2026
Daily Devotional:
“The Intense Contrast”
John 10:10
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
Life often feels like a tug-of-war between two opposing forces. Today we will come into terms how Jesus draws a sharp contrast between the "thief" and the "Shepherd," helping us identify whose voice we are following. In this verse a life defined by abundance, Jesus presents uswith two diametrically opposed visions for our lives. He warns us about "the thief." The thief doesn't always show up with a loud entrance because more often than not, he works through subtle whispers of inadequacy unannounced, the slow drain of comparison, or the heavy weight of regret. His goal is singular to subtract from your joy, divide your focus, and ultimately destroy your sense of purpose.
But then, Jesus pivots to His own mission. He doesn't just promise "existence" or "survival." He promises life to the fullest. But what is an "Abundant Life"? We often mistake"abundance" for material wealth or a life free of conflict. However, the word Jesus uses for "full", which means "exceeding some number or measure" or "over and above." This isn't about the quantity of things we possess, but the quality of our connection to the Creator. It speaks volume of peace that passes understanding even when the world is chaotic, encompassing a capacity to love others out of the overflow of being loved by God. It is an eternal perspective that looks beyond today’s struggles toward an everlasting hope.
Where do you feel "depleted" today? Is it in your patience, your faith, or your energy? Is there a specific worry, habit, or lie that has been "stealing" your peace lately? In what area of your life do you feel "empty"? How can you invite Jesus into your space today and receive His fullness?
The abundance Jesus speaks of isn't something we manufacture by working harder. It is a gift we receive by staying close to the Shepherd. He is the source and weare the branches. When we lean into Him, the life-force of the Creator begins to repair what the thief has tried to break.
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By Y.E.S. Jesus Youth Encountering Savior JesusJanuary 31, 2026
Daily Devotional:
“The Intense Contrast”
John 10:10
"The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.”
Life often feels like a tug-of-war between two opposing forces. Today we will come into terms how Jesus draws a sharp contrast between the "thief" and the "Shepherd," helping us identify whose voice we are following. In this verse a life defined by abundance, Jesus presents uswith two diametrically opposed visions for our lives. He warns us about "the thief." The thief doesn't always show up with a loud entrance because more often than not, he works through subtle whispers of inadequacy unannounced, the slow drain of comparison, or the heavy weight of regret. His goal is singular to subtract from your joy, divide your focus, and ultimately destroy your sense of purpose.
But then, Jesus pivots to His own mission. He doesn't just promise "existence" or "survival." He promises life to the fullest. But what is an "Abundant Life"? We often mistake"abundance" for material wealth or a life free of conflict. However, the word Jesus uses for "full", which means "exceeding some number or measure" or "over and above." This isn't about the quantity of things we possess, but the quality of our connection to the Creator. It speaks volume of peace that passes understanding even when the world is chaotic, encompassing a capacity to love others out of the overflow of being loved by God. It is an eternal perspective that looks beyond today’s struggles toward an everlasting hope.
Where do you feel "depleted" today? Is it in your patience, your faith, or your energy? Is there a specific worry, habit, or lie that has been "stealing" your peace lately? In what area of your life do you feel "empty"? How can you invite Jesus into your space today and receive His fullness?
The abundance Jesus speaks of isn't something we manufacture by working harder. It is a gift we receive by staying close to the Shepherd. He is the source and weare the branches. When we lean into Him, the life-force of the Creator begins to repair what the thief has tried to break.