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
Be Careful You Do Not Forget
September 14, 2026
Deuteronomy 8:10-14 carries a warning that lands harder than “try to remember”: be careful you do not forget. Moses knew prosperity, not persecution, is what quietly pushes God to the margins. What we remember determines how we respond, and how we respond reveals what we remember. The invitation is to build memorials—photos, stories, written markers—that make us stop before we blur right past God’s faithfulness.
students
You Have Too Many
September 14, 2026
Judges 7:2-4 has Gideon finally raise an army of thirty-two thousand, and God's opening line is "you have too many." God isn't worried about the odds—he's worried about the story told afterward, that Israel would say "my own strength saved me" and vanish God from his own story. So he subtracts down to three hundred, and every step of preparation feels like everything falling apart. The worst outcome isn't losing; it's winning in a way that convinces you that you never needed him. So what's been taken from you that you've read as abandonment, when God may be emptying your hands so you'll know exactly who did it?
KIDS
Bread for Today
September 14, 2026
Matthew 6:11 says "give us today our *daily* bread"—not once-a-year bread, not a giant pile stored up forever, just what you need for that one day. Your heart needs God the way your tummy needs food, and one of the main ways he feeds it is the Bible, which is why it works best a little every day instead of one huge meal on Monday. And notice the word *give*—reading the Bible isn't you doing God a favor, it's him feeding you. You just have to show up hungry.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
July 14, 2024
Mark 16
Mark 16:15 urges us to share the gospel with all creation, highlighting the importance of reaching both unreached people groups globally and addressing the growing number of "Nones" in our own communities. We are called to integrate sharing Jesus’s hope and salvation into our daily lives, making a genuine impact through our authenticity and faith.
July 13, 2024
Mark 15
Mark 15:29-32 shows Jesus being mocked on the cross, with demands for a sign revealing unbelief. Jesus prioritized our salvation over earthly acclaim, reminding us to seek God's approval above human praise. Reflect on your motivations and pray for strength to prioritize God's approval.
July 12, 2024
Mark 14
Mark 14:36 reminds us that, like Jesus in Gethsemane, we may face immense trials, but our prayers should focus on seeking God's strength to endure rather than asking for the removal of difficulties. This teaches us to trust in God's plan and rely on His strength in challenging times.
July 11, 2024
Mark 13
Mark 13:31 reminds us that "Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will never pass away." This verse emphasizes the enduring and unchanging nature of God's Word, offering a reliable foundation for life. No matter the challenges or changes in the world, Scripture remains a steadfast source of comfort, strength, and guidance, reminding us of God's eternal promises.
July 10, 2024
Mark 12
Mark 12:29-30 reminds us to love God with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength, demanding a whole-hearted and life-encompassing commitment. This authentic love should permeate every aspect of our lives, transforming us and making our faith evident in our actions and interactions, both private and public.
July 9, 2024
Mark 11
Mark 11:12-14 and Mark 11:21-22 remind us that spiritual vitality must go beyond outward appearances. Just as the fig tree appeared fruitful but was barren, we must ensure our faith produces genuine spiritual fruit, reflecting a deep relationship with Jesus and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in our actions and character.
July 8, 2024
Mark 10
Mark 10:46-47, 51-52 reminds us that unwavering faith can lead to profound transformation, as demonstrated by Bartimaeus, who, despite being silenced by the crowd, cried out to Jesus and was healed. This passage encourages us to persist in our faith and share our testimonies, regardless of external discouragements, trusting in Jesus's compassion and mercy to guide us.
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.