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
The Reality of Evil
September 15, 2026
Romans 12:21 calls us to overcome evil with good, but first we have to stop picturing evil as a cartoon in a red suit. Real evil is covert, patient, and calculated—a Doberman crouching in the grass—and Jesus says its headwaters are inside the human heart. We only outlast it by staying connected to the source of good, remembering that greater is he who is in us than he who is in the world.
students
A Loaf of Barley Bread
September 15, 2026
Judges 7:13-15 finds Gideon still scared right before the biggest night of his life, so God sends him to eavesdrop on the enemy camp—where he hears himself described as a loaf of barley bread, the cheapest, least impressive food there was. But that was the whole design: if it had been a sword in the dream, the story would be about a weapon; because it was bread, it could only be about God. He worshiped because he finally understood, and the fear didn't vanish—his posture did. And notice God had already gone ahead of him, prepping the enemy's own conversation before Gideon arrived. He's usually further ahead of you than you think.
KIDS
God’s Own Breath
September 15, 2026
2 Timothy 3:16 uses a vivid picture: hold your hand to your mouth and feel your warm breath—the Bible says Scripture is *God-breathed*, its words coming out of God the way your breath comes out of you. That's what makes it different from every other book; others are people's good ideas, but this one God breathed out. So reading it is one of the closest ways to get to him—not just learning facts, but sitting close enough to feel his breath.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
January 9, 2024
Brokenhearted
Psalm 147:3 and 34:18 reassure us that God intimately knows and heals the brokenhearted, drawing near to those crushed in spirit, inviting us to trust and find restoration in his unfailing love and presence amidst life's deepest wounds.
January 8, 2024
Good Shame?
1 Corinthians 6:5 and related scriptures suggest that while the world often views shame negatively, biblical shame can serve as a redemptive force, leading us toward repentance and closer alignment with God's will, ultimately guiding us to grace, forgiveness, and a more Christ-like life.
January 7, 2024
Don't Do It
1 John 3:9 reflects the transformative journey of believers who, deeply rooted in God's love, naturally veer away from sin as a reflection of their heart's alignment with Jesus, transforming the pursuit of holiness from mere behavior modification into a genuine expression of love and commitment to Him.
January 6, 2024
Surrender
Galatians 5:22-23 highlights the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in cultivating self-control within us, likening it to mastering a powerful force that, when guided by divine influence, leads to a balanced and disciplined life, steering us away from destructive paths and towards righteousness and peace.
January 5, 2024
Walking
Micah 6:8's call to "act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly" is a reminder to balance our strengths and intentions with God's guidance, emphasizing a life of spiritual discipline and alignment with God's will over our own eagerness and plans.
January 4, 2024
Questions
Genesis 3:1 and 3:9 emphasize the contrast between doubt introduced by Satan's cunning question and God's quest for restoration, encouraging us to embrace our questions as pathways to deeper understanding and a stronger relationship with God, rather than as seeds of doubt about His character and intentions.
January 3, 2024
The Greatest Thing
1 Corinthians 7:17a and Colossians 3:23-24 remind us to embrace our lives as a deliberate gift and assignment from God, urging us to recognize our purpose in every aspect and to approach each day with the intention to serve and glorify God in all that we do.
January 2, 2024
Finding Purpose
Mark 1:34-38 inspires us to discern and prioritize our God-given purpose over the allure of constant activity, reminding us that even in the face of widespread demand, our deepest calling should guide our actions and focus, just as Jesus exemplified by choosing preaching over performing miracles.
January 1, 2024
Something New
Isaiah 43:19 and Lamentations 3:22-23 remind us to observe God's daily renewal and creativity, urging us to slow our pace and realign with His perpetual newness, as He constantly crafts opportunities for spiritual revival and deeper communion with Him.
December 31, 2023
Don’t Look Back Now
Luke 17:32 and Luke 9:62 emphasize the importance of not dwelling on the past but focusing on the present and future as we walk in faith with God. Looking back, especially in longing or regret, can hinder our spiritual growth and effectiveness. We are encouraged to let go of past burdens and successes, entrusting them to God and setting faith-filled goals for the future, thus ensuring our fitness for service in God's kingdom.