Category: Daily Devotions

“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13) Stubborn habits assume a life of their own; that’s why they keep growing. They have a mind that thinks for you, a voice that speaks to you, and a power that keeps conquering you. So … what should you do? Pray and proclaim…

“Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:6-7, NIV) If a farmer goes out with a trailer load…

“Remember that you were slaves in Egypt and the Lord your God redeemed you from there.” (Deuteronomy 24:18) Lazy summer breeze, sand tickling toes, wispy clouds mirror dancing waves. Drifting back, memories are free. It’s amazing how a random sound, sight or smell can transport us back to a past place. Our brains are wired…

“God says he will accept and acquit us — declare us ‘not guilty’ — if we trust Jesus Christ to take away our sins. And we all can be saved in this same way, by coming to Christ, no matter who we are or what we have been like.” (Romans 3:22, TLB) Salvation is a…

“It was by faith that Moses left the land of Egypt, not fearing the king’s anger. He kept right on going because he kept his eyes on the one who is invisible.” (Hebrews 11:27, NLT) There is a strong belief in our culture that influences every one of us, whether we want it to or…

“The LORD says, ‘Do not cling to events of the past or dwell on what happened long ago. Watch for the new thing I am going to do. It is happening already — you can see it now!’” (Isaiah 43:18-19, GNT) When people stop following God’s vision for their lives, they usually think two things:…

“God is not a God of confusion but of peace.” (1 Corinthians 14:33, ESV) God has called you to represent him everywhere you go. Similar to how countries send out ambassadors, God is sending you out to tell others about his love and forgiveness. But maybe you lack the confidence needed to share your faith.…

“Your hearts and minds must be made completely new, and you must put on the new self, which is created in God’s likeness and reveals itself in the true life that is upright and holy.” (Ephesians 4:23-24, GNT) From the beginning, God’s plan has been to make you like his Son, Jesus. This is your…

“Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.” (Ephesians 4:29, NIV) It’s important to remember in any conversation the same truth that applies to every other area of your life: It’s not…