Devotionals

Devotional Ephesians 2:19-22
Devotional Ephesians 2:19-22
Church family involves more than knowing which seat feels like yours.  Ephesians 2:19–22 describes believers as members of God’s household, being built together with Jesus Christ as the cornerstone.  He... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:14-18
Devotional Ephesians 2:14-18
Jesus takes the hostility between His people seriously enough to address it through the cross.  Ephesians 2:14–18 explains how Christ brings Jewish and Gentile believers together, reconciling both to God... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:11-13
Devotional Ephesians 2:11-13
Belonging to God’s people is a gift we should never use to make others feel small.  In Ephesians 2:11–13, Paul reminds Gentile believers that they were once separated from Christ... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:10
Devotional Ephesians 2:10
The casserole, the honest invoice, and the apology can all be places to practice obedience.  Ephesians 2:10 says believers are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works.  After... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:8-9
Devotional Ephesians 2:8-9
Heaven does not have a checkout counter where we redeem our good-person points.  Ephesians 2:8–9 teaches that salvation is by grace through faith. It is God’s gift, not the result... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:4-7
Devotional Ephesians 2:4-7
Your past may explain some scars. It cannot undo God’s saving work in Christ. ❤️🩹✝️🤍 Ephesians 2:4–7 turns our attention to God’s rich mercy and great love. When we were... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 2:1-3
Devotional Ephesians 2:1-3
Grace leaves very little room for looking down our noses at people.  In Ephesians 2:1–3, Paul describes life apart from Christ as spiritual death. He includes himself among those who... Read more...
Devotional John 17:24-26
Devotional John 17:24-26
Being with Jesus is at the heart of Christian hope.  In John 17:24–26, Jesus expresses His desire for His people to be with Him and see His glory. He also... Read more...
Devotional John 17:20-23
Devotional John 17:20-23
Jesus prayed for future believers. That includes people who would one day disagree over the church thermostat.  In John 17:20–23, He prays for those who will believe through His disciples’... Read more...
Devotional John 17:17-19
Devotional John 17:17-19
An open Bible should have something to say about how we treat people after we close it.  In John 17:17–19, Jesus asks the Father to sanctify His disciples in the... Read more...
Devotional John 17:14-16
Devotional John 17:14-16
Following Jesus still involves dealing with actual people. Even in the comment section.  In John 17:14–16, Jesus asks for His disciples to be protected from the evil one while remaining... Read more...
Devotional John 17:11-13
Devotional John 17:11-13
Change has a way of revealing how little control we actually have.  In John 17:11–13, Jesus prepares His disciples for His departure by praying for the Father to keep them... Read more...
Devotional John 17:6-10
Devotional John 17:6-10
My opinions do not need a microphone every morning. Sometimes they need an open Bible.  In John 17:6–10, Jesus describes His disciples as people who received His words and believed... Read more...
Devotional John 17:1-5
Devotional John 17:1-5
You can know every church answer and still have more to learn about knowing God.  In John 17:1–5, Jesus connects eternal life with knowing the only true God and Jesus... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 6:1-5
Devotional Galatians 6:1-5
Helping someone follow Jesus takes more than pointing out where they fell.  Galatians 6:1–5 calls believers to restore someone caught in sin gently, watch their own hearts, and bear one... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 5:16-25
Devotional Galatians 5:16-25
Sometimes spiritual growth looks like taking a breath before answering your spouse.  Galatians 5:16–25 calls us to walk by the Spirit. His fruit includes love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness,... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 5:13-15
Devotional Galatians 5:13-15
Christian freedom has a lot to do with how we treat people.  In Galatians 5:13–15, Paul calls believers to use their freedom to serve one another through love. He also... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 4:4-7
Devotional Galatians 4:4-7
You don’t have to approach God like you’re asking a stranger for a favor.  Galatians 4:4–7 tells us that God sent His Son to redeem us and His Spirit into... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 3:26-29
Devotional Galatians 3:26-29
God’s family does not have a VIP section.  Galatians 3:26–29 teaches that those who belong to Christ through faith are God’s children and heirs according to His promise.  Your income,... Read more...
Devotional Galations 2:15-21
Devotional Galations 2:15-21
You cannot earn God’s acceptance with a spiritual punch card.  Prayer? Important. Serving? Important. Reading Scripture? Important. But none of those can accomplish what Jesus did for us.  In Galatians... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 1:6-10
Devotional Galatians 1:6-10
A message can sound encouraging and still get the gospel wrong.  In Galatians 1:6–10, Paul confronts teaching that distorts the good news of Christ. Popularity does not make a message... Read more...
Devotional 13:8
Devotional 13:8
Some things in life change overnight. Plans change. Seasons change. People change. Circumstances can turn upside down before we ever see them coming. But Jesus doesn’t.  “Jesus Christ is the... Read more...
Devotional Colossians 3:1
Devotional Colossians 3:1
 Notifications. Orders. Bills. Deadlines. Projects. Responsibilities. There will always be something fighting for our attention. Colossians 3:1 reminds us that following Jesus doesn't mean ignoring the responsibilities in front of... Read more...
Devotional Matthew 22:37
Devotional Matthew 22:37
LOVE GOD WITH EVERYTHING. It’s easy to give God a piece of our lives—Sunday morning, a quick prayer before dinner, a Bible verse when things get difficult. But Jesus calls... Read more...
Devotional Psalm 100:5
Devotional Psalm 100:5
Some things in life change faster than we’re ready for. Seasons change, plans change, people grow, and circumstances can look completely different from one year to the next. But God... Read more...
Devotional Galatians 5:14
Devotional Galatians 5:14
LOVE YOUR NEIGHBOR. Sometimes loving your neighbor looks incredibly ordinary. It’s noticing someone needs a hand and putting down what you’re doing. It’s giving your time when it would be... Read more...
Devotional Matthew :19
Devotional Matthew :19
WHAT ARE YOU TREASURING? It’s easy to get excited about the next thing—the newest tool, the better upgrade, the bigger house, or simply having more. But Jesus reminds us that... Read more...
Devotional Psalm 113:3
Devotional Psalm 113:3
FROM SUNRISE TO SUNSET Every day is a gift from a good and faithful God. From the moment we open our eyes in the morning until we close them at... Read more...
Devotional John 13:34
Devotional John 13:34
LOVE LIKE JESUS. Jesus didn't just tell us to love one another—He showed us what that love looks like. Sometimes love is a hug. Sometimes it's fixing something that's broken,... Read more...
Devotional Romans 6:5
Devotional Romans 6:5
MADE NEW Sometimes we ask God to fix the old life when Jesus is offering us something far greater—new life. Romans 6:5 reminds us that when we are united with... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 4:2
Devotional Ephesians 4:2
GRACE. PATIENCE. LOVE. It’s easy to talk about patience when nobody is testing it.  But real life gets messy. People make mistakes. Plans fall apart. Your spouse might even drop... Read more...
Devotional 1 Corinthians 16:13
Devotional 1 Corinthians 16:13
STAND FIRM. Some storms give you plenty of warning. Others hit before you ever see them coming. Either way, Scripture doesn't tell us to run when life gets difficult. It... Read more...
Devotional Matthew 5:44
Devotional Matthew 5:44
Love Them Anyway. Pray for Them Too. Jesus didn’t tell us to love only the people who are easy to love. He calls us to something much harder—and much more... Read more...
Devotional 1 John 1:7
Devotional 1 John 1:7
Walk in the Light—Together Faith was never meant to be lived alone. When we walk in God's Light, we don't have to hide our struggles, pretend we have everything together,... Read more...
Devotional Luke 6:36
Devotional Luke 6:36
What If They Need Mercy More Than They Need a Lesson? Mistakes happen. People disappoint us. Plans get messed up. And sometimes we have every reason to be frustrated. But... Read more...
Devotional 1 John 4:16
Devotional 1 John 4:16
God Is Love—and His Love Should Be Seen It's easy to say we love people. The real question is: Can they see it? God's love isn't meant to stop with... Read more...
Devotional Isaiah 60:3
Devotional Isaiah 60:3
When God's Light Shines, People Notice The brightest light isn't found in a spotlight—it's found in a life that reflects Jesus. Isaiah reminds us that God's light is meant to... Read more...
Devotional Luke 16:10
Devotional Luke 16:10
Faithfulness Starts with the Little Things It's easy to dream about the big opportunities God might give us someday. But Jesus reminds us that the path to greater responsibility begins... Read more...
Devotional James 3:13
Devotional James 3:13
Wisdom Speaks Loudest Through Kindness In a world where everyone wants to be heard, God reminds us that true wisdom isn't measured by how much we know—it's revealed by how... Read more...
Devotional Psalm 34:19
Devotional Psalm 34:19
God Never Said the Journey Would Be Easy... But He Promised He Would Be Faithful. Hard seasons can leave us wondering if we're on the right path. Yet Psalm 34... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 3:20-21
Devotional Ephesians 3:20-21
 God Can Do More Than You Can Imagine Sometimes we look at our resources, our abilities, or our circumstances and think, "This isn't enough." But God has never been limited... Read more...
Devotional Proverbs 18:21
Devotional Proverbs 18:21
Your Words Have More Power Than You Think. A few kind words can lift a discouraged heart. A thoughtful conversation can restore hope. And sharing the love of Christ can... Read more...
Devotional Romans 12:1
Devotional Romans 12:1
Some mornings, the machines are ready, the orders are waiting, and the to-do list is already asking for overtime. Before we begin creating with our hands, we need to surrender... Read more...
Devotional Revelation 21:4
Devotional Revelation 21:4
One Day, Every Tear Will Be Gone. Life isn't always easy. We experience loss, heartbreak, pain, sickness, and seasons that leave us wondering if things will ever get better. But... Read more...
Devotional James 1:19
Devotional James 1:19
Listen First. Speak with Grace.  In a world full of opinions, James reminds us that wisdom begins with listening. Being quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to become... Read more...
Devotional 1 Corinthians 10:13
Devotional 1 Corinthians 10:13
God Always Provides a Way Out. Temptation is something every believer faces—but we're never alone in the fight. God doesn't promise we'll never be tempted. He promises He'll be faithful... Read more...
Devotional Ephesians 4:32
Devotional Ephesians 4:32
Kindness Can Change Someone's Day... Forgiveness Can Change a Life. The world often says, "Get even." Jesus says, "Show grace." Every act of kindness reflects the heart of Christ. Every... Read more...
Devotional Matthew 6:25
Devotional Matthew 6:25
Worry Never Adds Tomorrow... But Trust Brings Peace Today. It's easy to worry about bills, health, work, or what tomorrow might bring. But Jesus gently reminds us that our Heavenly... Read more...
Devotional Jeremiah 31:25
Devotional Jeremiah 31:25
Only God Can Truly Refresh a Weary Soul. Life has a way of leaving us tired—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. We pour ourselves into work, family, ministry, and helping others. But... Read more...
Devotional Matthew 7: 14
Devotional Matthew 7: 14
The Easy Road Isn't Always the Right Road.Our world often tells us to follow the crowd, take shortcuts, and do whatever feels easiest. But Jesus taught something very different.Following Christ... Read more...