Daily Devotionals
Start Your Day In God's Word
No matter your stage, age, or season, there's a devotional here for you. Choose where you'd like to begin.
adults
What’s in Your Hand?
September 5, 2026
In Exodus 4:1-5 and 10-12, God doesn't ask Moses what he wishes he had. He asks what Moses is already holding, and the answer is an ordinary shepherd's staff. Thrown down and surrendered, that piece of wood becomes an instrument of God's authority. When Moses protests that he is slow of speech, God points back to the One who made his mouth. It was never about ability; it's about availability.
students
Two or Three
September 5, 2026
Matthew 18:19-20 promises Jesus shows up when two or three gather in His name—not because bigger groups get more of God, but because something is different when it's not just you. You'll skip a workout alone but not when someone's waiting; prayer is the first thing you drop by yourself and the last thing you drop with a friend. So the whole assignment is simple: find one person, make it stupidly simple, and send the text today—because two students praying at a school is exactly what Acts 1 looked like before Acts 2.
KIDS
A Cup That Overflows
September 5, 2026
Matthew 5:16 closes the week with a picture: an empty cup can't pour anything out, but a full one can't help overflowing. All week God filled your cup with truth—you're known, made on purpose, deeply loved—so a kid that full has kindness to spare and doesn't fall apart when someone's mean. Your good deeds are just your full cup spilling over, pointing people to the One who fills you.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
July 7, 2024
Mark 9
Mark 9:28-29 emphasizes the power of prayer, illustrating that some challenges can only be overcome through earnest prayer. Jesus teaches us that by bringing everything to God in prayer with faith, we can access His transformative power, reminding us to seek His intervention in every aspect of our lives.
July 6, 2024
Mark 8
Mark 8:35-38 teaches that true life is found in sacrificing our desires for Jesus' sake, rather than seeking worldly approval and comfort. Jesus calls us to deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Him, emphasizing that gaining the world at the cost of our soul is a tragic loss. Embrace this sacred struggle, knowing that true fulfillment and eternal joy are found in Christ alone.
July 5, 2024
Mark 7
Mark 7:6-9 warns against valuing human traditions over God's commandments, highlighting that true obedience comes from a heart transformed by grace, not mere outward compliance. Jesus urges us to prioritize genuine devotion and heart transformation, avoiding the trap of legalism and ensuring our faith reflects a sincere relationship with God.
July 4, 2024
Mark 6
Mark 6:41-44 and Mark 6:48-49 show Jesus as the Bread of Life and the one who calms our fears, emphasizing that He meets both our physical and spiritual needs. Trusting in Him allows us to live generously and boldly, assured of His constant presence and provision in our lives, especially in our struggles and fears.
July 3, 2024
Mark 5
Mark 5:2, 8 and Matthew 8:31-34 highlight Jesus' authority over evil and challenge us to prioritize Him over material wealth. Though the townspeople chose their prosperity over Jesus' miraculous power, we are called to examine our hearts and choose Him above all else, focusing on eternal values rather than temporary comforts.
July 2, 2024
Mark 4
Mark 4:3-8 teaches that our effectiveness in sharing God's word is not based on our talent but on the receptiveness of those who hear it. Our focus should be on cultivating our hearts to be good soil, receptive to God's truth, and free from distractions, negativity, and apathy, ensuring that we bear spiritual fruit and reflect genuine faith.
July 1, 2024
Mark 3
Mark 3:2-5 reminds us to check our hearts for stubbornness and hardness, as Jesus challenges us to do good and show compassion. To avoid and soften a hard heart, we should engage in a supportive community, seek God's transformation, and actively serve others, ensuring our hearts remain tender and responsive to His love and guidance.
June 30, 2024
Mark 2
Mark 2:3-5 shows the faith of friends who lowered a paralyzed man through a roof to reach Jesus, who forgave his sins. This reminds us that Jesus addresses our deepest needs, calling us to respond with faith and trust in His transformative power.
June 29, 2024
Mark 1
Mark 1:16-17 recounts Jesus calling Simon and Andrew to become fishers of people, turning their ordinary day into a transformative moment. This encourages us to be open to Jesus' call in our daily lives and share His love with others.
June 28, 2024
Matthew 28
Matthew 28:2-4 describes the angel rolling back the stone from Jesus' tomb, causing the guards to tremble. This momentous event calls us to reflect on the resurrection's power, inspiring us to live transformed lives and share this good news with others.