Many new believers intend to read all of God’s Word eventually, but need somewhere they can start. They seek a place within God’s story of love and redemption that is understandable and introduces them to the larger picture of Scripture. Is there a way to approach the Bible without having to flounder through the early parts?
When you face a new mountain, you can follow God wholeheartedly by stopping focusing on the size of your challenge and start focusing on God’s unlimited power.
This same basic need exists in the Church today: we want, we NEED to know how to pray effectively in our personal lives, for our Church and for our nation. Thankfully, we have been given specific instructions in the Word of God on how to pray like Jesus and see powerful results.
Discouragement can distort our thoughts and convince us that hope is gone. This devotional encourages believers to remain rooted in Scripture, connected to supportive people, and open to the grace God provides through community, rest, and prayer.
It can be difficult to move past hurt, especially at the hands of someone we trust. But let me encourage you: let us live out the words of Paul in Romans 12:18: “If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone.”
Mom, you did nothing wrong. Your parenting was enough. You raised a strong, independent child who, unfortunately, made bad choices, fell in with the wrong crowd, and was influenced by the world. There is nothing you can do but pray. Your primary focus should be on the relationship, not the bad choices. Only God can change your children’s hearts, and if you are constantly being negative about their wrong choices, it will harden their hearts toward you.
Haven't the most learned psychologists and sociologists assured us that people are by nature good, having been turned to their evil ways not by some inner instinct but through the influence of a deviant culture and sub-standard education?
Move beyond the well-known cherry tree fable to uncover the profound moral and spiritual principles that authentically shaped George Washington's character and leadership from his formative years.
The hymns Warren Peay heard as a child are still shaping his faith today. With his unmistakable blend of country, rock, and soul, he delivers a heartfelt reminder that God's Word never goes out of style.
Jesus is our perfect example of how to love others well. How did Christ love His disciples? Jesus taught that friendship is the greatest expression of love.
These 10 uplifting stories from this summer remind us that kindness, courage, generosity, and hope are still alive in ordinary places. From a boy being rescued from a shark by his brother to a stranger gifting a family a new van after theirs was stolen, to an ice cream truck giving out free ice cream to kids, each story points us back to what matters most: God, family, and loving the people He places in front of us.
As Galatians 6:9 reminds us, “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.”
Responsibilities can fill our attention until we stop noticing the goodness of God around us. This devotional encourages believers to practice gratitude, rediscover childlike wonder, and recognize God’s presence in everyday life.
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