DCLM Higher Everyday 13 January 2026 — Servants Searching For God’s Servant
DCLM Higher Everyday 13 January 2026 Devotional by Pastor W. F. Kumuyi — Servants Searching For God’s Servant
Topic: Servants Searching For God’s Servant
Text: Acts 10:7-21
7And when the angel which spake unto Cornelius was departed, he called two of his household servants, and a devout soldier of them that waited on him continually;
8And when he had declared all these things unto them, he sent them to Joppa.
9On the morrow, as they went on their journey, and drew nigh unto the city, Peter went up upon the housetop to pray about the sixth hour:
10And he became very hungry, and would have eaten: but while they made ready, he fell into a trance,
11And saw heaven opened, and a certain vessel descending unto him, as it had been a great sheet knit at the four corners, and let down to the earth:
12Wherein were all manner of fourfooted beasts of the earth, and wild beasts, and creeping things, and fowls of the air.
13And there came a voice to him, Rise, Peter; kill, and eat.
14But Peter said, Not so, Lord; for I have never eaten any thing that is common or unclean.
15And the voice spake unto him again the second time, What God hath cleansed, that call not thou common.
16This was done thrice: and the vessel was received up again into heaven.
17Now while Peter doubted in himself what this vision which he had seen should mean, behold, the men which were sent from Cornelius had made enquiry for Simon’s house, and stood before the gate,
18And called, and asked whether Simon, which was surnamed Peter, were lodged there.
19While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee.
20Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them.
21Then Peter went down to the men which were sent unto him from Cornelius; and said, Behold, I am he whom ye seek: what is the cause wherefore ye are come?
Key Verse: “While Peter thought on the vision, the Spirit said unto him, Behold, three men seek thee. Arise therefore, and get thee down, and go with them, doubting nothing: for I have sent them” (Acts 10:19-20).
Message
In our text, we read about Cornelius, who sought to know God. He was instructed to send men to search for Peter, a servant of God who would guide him into the saving truth. This story teaches us an important lesson: God prepares both the seekers and his servants. Cornelius and his men were searching for guidance, and Peter was being prepared to answer God’s call. Sometimes, we may be like the servants searching for wisdom, direction, or even the right person to help us grow spiritually. Other times, we may be like Peter- called to serve and speak God’s truth to others.
Also Read: DCLM Higher Everyday 12 January 2025 – Self-Scrutiny
Youths who have not received the full light of the gospel like Cornelius are enjoined to search for true believers and servants of God or a church where the truth is preached to be led to their Saviour. The Spirit of God always leads genuine seekers to genuine servants of God to facilitate their unforgettable experience with God. Are you confused about your relationship with God? Seek help from mature servants of God for guidance.
Quote: The Spirit of God always leads
Challenge: Seek godly leaders for guidance.
Prayer for today: O Lord, connect me to genuine men of God for my spiritual health.
1. Admit that you are a sinner. "For all [humans] have sinned, and comes short of the glory of God....[and] the wages of sin is death; but the gift of God is eternal life through Jesus Christ our Lord" (Romans 3:23)
2. Repent now. "Repent ye therefore, and be converted, that your sins may be blotted out ...[for] if we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness " (Acts 3:19, 1 John 1:9)
3. Believe that God loves you and Jesus died for you. "God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet Sinners, Christ died for us" (Romans 5:8)
4. Invite Jesus into your life through prayer of faith. Jesus says, "Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear my voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with me" (Revelation 3:20)
