✍️ Author Devotional – January 16, 2026

✍️ Author Devotional – January 16, 2026

Theme: Let God Shape Your Voice Scripture: “But we have this treasure in earthen vessels, that the excellency of the power may be of God, and not of us.” — 2 Corinthians 4:7 (KJV)

As you continue writing into this new year, it’s natural to wonder about your voice — Is it strong enough? Is it clear enough? Does it matter? Today, God gently reassures you: your voice is shaped by Him, not by comparison or perfection.

You are an earthen vessel — human, imperfect, and beautifully chosen. God places His treasure within you so that the power of the message points back to Him. Your voice doesn’t need to sound like anyone else’s. It needs to sound like obedience.

God refines your voice through experience, prayer, revision, and time. Some days it feels confident; other days it feels fragile. Both are part of the shaping. When you submit your words to Him, He uses your unique tone, perspective, and story to reach hearts only you can reach.

Let go of striving to sound “right.”Release the pressure to impress. Write honestly, humbly, faithfully.

God is shaping your voice — and He delights in using it.

Reflection Prayer:

Lord, thank You for shaping my voice according to Your purpose. Help me write with humility and trust, knowing that Your power works through my imperfections. Use my words to reflect You and bring encouragement to others. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

Today’s Gentle Invitation: Write something today in your own voice — unfiltered and sincere. Don’t edit it yet. Simply offer it to God and trust Him with the shaping.