Category: Daily Devotions

“But by the grace of God I am what I am, and His grace to me was not without effect.” (1 Corinthians 15:10) There is a tale about a boy who comes home and doesn’t know his mom is visiting with their pastor. He carries a dead rat in his hand. “Mom, you’ll never guess…

“Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make straight your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6, ESV) Surrender means leaving the future to God. Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart, and do not lean on…

“Indeed, we felt that we had received the sentence of death so that we would rely not on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead.” (2 Corinthians 1:9) Read 2 Corinthians 1:1–11. When hardship strikes, it has a way of consuming our vision. Problems feel all-encompassing, like storm clouds that block out the sun.…

“Surrender yourself to the LORD, and wait patiently for Him.” (Psalm 37:7, GW) With Jesus you win by surrendering. Just the opposite of the world’s way of thinking. The Jesus Way is always contrary to the world. The world follows the influence of Satan, whereas the disciples Way is the influence-relationship-transformation INTO Jesus. People struggle…

“Do not neglect your gift, which was given to you through prophecy when the body of elders laid their hands on you.” (1 Timothy 4:14) The only way to keep improving is to keep practicing. Nancy Dornan says, “The longest distance between two points is a shortcut.” That’s really true. If you desire to grow…

“At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures.” (Titus 3:3a) Read Titus 3:1–15. We are learners, not just tellers. Not just opinion-aters. We are disciples, making disciples, while still being discipled, by Jesus. This is a humbling truth — no-one is beyond learning, and no-one…

“Let go of your concerns! Then you will know that I am God. I rule the nations. I rule the earth.” (Psalm 46:10, GW) Every day, you have to decide who’s going to be in control of your life — you or God. That choice is a battle. There are things in your life that…

“But as for you, teach what is consistent with sound instruction.” (Titus 2:1) Read Titus 2:1–15. Who has shaped the person you are today? A family member, friend, coach, mentor or teacher, maybe? Whether their impact was positive or negative, one thing is most likely: You had a strong connection with them. Teaching is not…

“O Lord, now I have heard your report, and I worship You in awe … ” (Habakkuk 3:2, TLB) God’s not just some distant figure — He wants to be your friend. And like any friendship, that means spending time together and talking regularly. If you’re wondering how to hear from Him, try starting with…