Posts with the category “daily-devotionals”

"You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free." - John 8:32 Have you ever had a moment where you thought you knew something, only to find out later that you had it all wrong? It happens to all of us. We assume, we guess, we follow what feels right, only to realize that what we believed was not actually true.  That is why what Jesus said in John 8 matters so much. He was talking to peop...  Read More

“Sanctify them in the truth. Your word is truth.” - John 17:17 Bumper stickers have a way of making a statement. Whether it is a funny joke, a family update, or a bold declaration of beliefs, people love to slap their thoughts onto the back of their cars for the world to see. You have probably seen plenty of them. Proud parent stickers, Baby on Board, or the classic Honk if you love Jesus. But yea...  Read More

"His divine power has granted to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of him who called us to his own glory and excellence." – 2 Peter 1:3 When God calls you to something, He does not send you unprepared. He does not expect you to figure it out on your own. He blesses you, equips you, and provides everything you need to walk in your purpose. The problem is that t...  Read More

"As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace." – 1 Peter 4:10 God did not create you to live for yourself. The purpose He has placed on your life is not about your success, your recognition, or your comfort. It is about something bigger. Your calling is designed to impact others, to serve, to uplift, and to make a difference beyond yourself. Too...  Read More

"For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand, that we should walk in them." – Ephesians 2:10 Do you know what God created you to do? Do you know what His calling is on your life? If not, are you actively pursuing the answer? Every single person has a God-given purpose. You were not created by accident, and you were not placed on this earth just...  Read More

"And Jesus, looking at him, loved him, and said to him, ‘You lack one thing: go, sell all that you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.’ Disheartened by the saying, he went away sorrowful, for he had great possessions." – Mark 10:21-22 Are you really willing to follow Jesus no matter what? The rich young ruler in Mark 10 thought he was ready. He cam...  Read More

"We must obey God rather than men." – Acts 5:29 Radical obedience always comes with a cost. When you choose to follow God completely, there will be challenges. People may misunderstand you. You may face opposition. You may have to walk away from comfort, security, or approval. But when you truly believe that God is in control, it changes how you respond. Daniel understood this. He knew that obeyin...  Read More

"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." – James 1:2-4 There is something powerful about the song The Climb by Miley Cyrus. The lyrics talk about how life is not just about reaching the ...  Read More

"The steps of a man are established by the Lord, when he delights in his way; though he fall, he shall not be cast headlong, for the Lord upholds his hand." – Psalm 37:23-24 Failure can feel like the end of the road. When you fall short, when you make mistakes, when you let yourself or others down, it is easy to believe that you have ruined everything. The enemy wants you to think that your failur...  Read More

"But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his own possession, that you may proclaim the excellencies of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light." – 1 Peter 2:9 It is easy to believe that your struggles define you. When you battle the same temptations, fight the same weaknesses, or fall into the same patterns, you start to think that is just who...  Read More

"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come." – 2 Corinthians 5:17 One of the biggest lies the enemy wants you to believe is that your past disqualifies you from God’s grace. He will remind you of every mistake, every failure, and every regret, trying to convince you that you have messed up too much for God to ever use you. But the tr...  Read More

"For the law of the Spirit of life has set you free in Christ Jesus from the law of sin and death." – Romans 8:2 There is a weight that sin places on your life. It holds you down, chains you up, and convinces you that you will never truly be free. No matter how hard you try to break old habits or move past old mistakes, sin whispers that you are stuck, that change is impossible, and that you will ...  Read More

"But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me." – 2 Corinthians 12:9 One of the biggest reasons people hesitate to follow God’s calling is because they feel inadequate. You might know exactly what your weaknesses are. Maybe you are not a strong...  Read More

"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go." – Joshua 1:9 Following God is not for the faint of heart. It takes courage to stand firm in faith when the world pushes back. It takes boldness to walk in obedience when the path is unclear. It takes strength to trust God when fear tries to hold you...  Read More

"For we will all stand before the judgment seat of God." – Romans 14:10 As a human being, it is easy to get caught up in what people think about you. The pressure to meet expectations, gain approval, and avoid criticism can feel overwhelming. But at the end of your life, when you stand before God, no one else’s opinion will matter. The only voice that will count is His. Romans 14:10 reminds us tha...  Read More

"Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect." – Romans 12:2 God’s Word is not just a book of history or a collection of rules. It is alive and powerful, and when you engage with it consistently, it will transform you from the inside out. The Bible changes the way...  Read More

"Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path." – Psalm 119:105 If you’re not consistently in God’s Word, you’re walking through life without a light. You might think you’re navigating just fine, but the reality is, without Scripture guiding you, you’re stumbling in the dark. The Bible isn’t just a book, it’s the foundation for everything you need in life. It’s where you find truth in a w...  Read More

"Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters." – Matthew 12:30 There will come a day when people willingly take the mark of the beast. Some will be convinced—believing that one leader, one government, and one system is the best path forward. Some will be careless—not thinking twice about what it means, just wanting to keep their lives comfortable. And some wi...  Read More

"It makes everyone—small and great, rich and poor, free and slave—to receive a mark on his right hand or on his forehead, so that no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark: the beast’s name or the number of its name." – Revelation 13:16-17 There is coming a day when the world will be divided in the clearest way possible. People will have to make a choice: Worship the beast and take his mark or...  Read More

"But be doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving yourselves." – James 1:22 Everyone loves to talk about what they’re going to do. People make big plans, set goals, and announce their intentions. But how many actually follow through? How many take real steps toward what they say they will do? God isn’t impressed with words, He’s looking for action. James 1:22 makes it clear that hearing t...  Read More

"For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake will find it." – Matthew 16:25 When God calls you to sacrifice something, it’s easy to see it as a loss. You might feel like He’s taking something from you, withholding something good, or making your life harder. But what if the very thing He’s asking you to give up is actually what’s holding you back? What if th...  Read More

"In your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect." – 1 Peter 3:15 Being misunderstood is part of following Jesus, but it’s not just something to endure—it’s an opportunity. When you live differently, people notice. When you refuse to gossip, when you choose i...  Read More

"If the world hates you, know that it has hated me before it hated you." – John 15:18 Following Jesus isn’t always easy. In fact, one of the hardest parts is learning to be okay with being misunderstood. People will question your faith. They’ll criticize your choices. Some will reject you outright. Others will talk about you behind your back. And no matter how much you try to explain, some people ...  Read More

"The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight." – Proverbs 4:7 Leadership without wisdom is dangerous. It leads to reckless decisions, misguided priorities, and short-term thinking that can cause long-term damage. Yet, so many leaders operate on instinct alone, relying on their experience, their talent, or even their charisma rather than actively seeking wisdom. B...  Read More

"Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility count others more significant than yourselves." – Philippians 2:3 Leadership and humility don’t often go together in the world’s eyes. Most leaders chase power, recognition, and control. They want to be seen as the strongest, the smartest, the most capable. But Jesus flipped that idea upside down. He didn’t lead with pride or demand res...  Read More

"The righteous who walks in his integrity—blessed are his children after him!" – Proverbs 20:7 If you want to be a leader, there is an important trait you need to have: integrity. Integrity isn’t just about being honest, it’s about being whole. It means your words and actions align. That who you are in public matches who you are in private. For a leader, integrity isn’t optional. It’s the foundati...  Read More

"Whoever would be great among you must be your servant, and whoever would be first among you must be slave of all." – Mark 10:43-44 When you think of a leader, what comes to mind? Power? Authority? Someone who calls the shots and makes the rules? The world often defines leadership by status, control, and influence, but Jesus turns that idea upside down. In Mark 10, He makes it clear; true leadersh...  Read More

"Great peace have those who love your law; nothing can make them stumble." – Psalm 119:165 There’s a certain kind of peace that comes from knowing you’ve done the right thing. It’s not the temporary relief of getting away with something or avoiding consequences. It’s the steady, unshakable calm that comes when your heart is right with God and your actions align with His truth. But let’s be honest,...  Read More

"The prudent sees danger and hides himself, but the simple go on and suffer for it." – Proverbs 27:12 It’s easy to make decisions based on what feels good in the moment. You see something you want, so you take it. You feel a certain way, so you act on it. You’re tempted, so you give in. But rarely do we stop and think about where those choices will lead. The truth is that every decision has conseq...  Read More

"Lying lips are an abomination to the Lord, but those who act faithfully are his delight." - Proverbs 12:22 Lying might seem like a small thing. It can be seen as just a little tweak of the truth to make life easier, to avoid conflict, or to make yourself look better. But the Bible doesn’t treat lying as a minor issue. Proverbs 12:22 makes it clear that lying lips are an abomination to the Lord. T...  Read More

"For we walk by faith, not by sight." - 2 Corinthians 5:7 If your mind works anything like mine, you probably take things literally when you read them. That’s why, for years, I imagined Revelation’s description of the beast as some kind of sea monster—something straight out of a sci-fi movie, rising out of the water with multiple heads, horns, crowns, and maybe even some intimidating tattoos. But ...  Read More

"Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect." - Matthew 24:44 As we discussed yesterday, we love the idea of status. Whether it’s in life, in church, or even in something as simple as airline boarding, people like knowing where they rank. But when it comes to eternity, there is no ranking system. There’s no first class or economy, no front row or ba...  Read More

"For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." - Ephesians 2:8 If you’ve ever traveled by airplane, you know the boarding process can be a spectacle. It used to be simple. Everyone with a ticket got on the plane. But now, it’s all about status. First, they call active military and people needing assistance. Then, families with small kids. T...  Read More

"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 Growth rarely happens in comfort. Think about the moments in your life when you truly grew; whether spiritually, emotionally, or even physically. Those moments often came when you faced challenges, tried something new, or allow...  Read More

"For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it." - Hebrews 12:11 It’s natural to gravitate toward messages, teachings, and people who make you feel good about yourself. We all like to be affirmed, to hear we’re doing well, and to feel validated in our spiritual journey. But if all you e...  Read More

"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world." - John 16:33 We’ve all seen those movies where the hero fights bravely, only to fall short in the end. They’re powerful stories, but they can leave you with an ache, wondering why the ending couldn’t have been different. Sometimes, life feels like tha...  Read More

"The light is among you for a little while longer. Walk while you have the light, lest darkness overtake you." - John 12:35 When Jesus gave us the book of Revelation, His purpose wasn’t to frighten us but to prepare us. He wanted us to be ready for what’s coming and to use this time wisely. In Revelation 10, we see that the pause, the season of grace, is nearing its end. Like a weather forecaster ...  Read More

"Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God." - Matthew 4:4 Have you ever thought about the Bible as food for your soul? Just as your body needs nourishment to survive, your soul needs spiritual sustenance to thrive. In Revelation 10, John is told to eat the little scroll, a symbolic act that teaches a vital truth. The Word of God isn’t just something to ...  Read More

"The Lord is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance." - 2 Peter 3:9 Have you ever paused to think about what mercy really means? Mercy is an unearned opportunity, a moment when judgment is paused to give you another chance to turn toward God. In Revelation 10, we see a vivid example...  Read More

"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 Have you ever come to a fork in the road, not just while driving, but in life? Those moments when you’re forced to choose between two paths, and the pressure to decide feels overwhelming. Whether it’s a career move, a relations...  Read More