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 New Math
November 10, 2026
Philippians 2:3-4 calls us to value others above ourselves, and that runs on a simple equation: ignorance plus arrogance produces rudeness, while knowledge plus humility produces respect. The world's math says look out for number one, but the kingdom's math puts others' interests first. The invitation is to notice when frustration rises, check which formula we're living by, and choose the one that sees people.
students
Late Isn’t the Same as Absent
November 10, 2026
John 11:32-36 shows Jesus seeing Mary’s tears and weeping with her, even though He knew He was about to raise Lazarus. His future answer didn’t make their present pain meaningless, and that reminds us He is present in our grief before anything changes. Late by our schedule is never the same as absent.
KIDS
A Gift You Can’t Earn
November 10, 2026
Ephesians 2:8-9 shows us that God’s love and salvation are a gift we can’t earn. We receive it by trusting Jesus, not by being good enough. We don’t do good things to get God’s love; we do them because we already have it. That makes grace the best present ever.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
December 22, 2024
Waiting For God
Luke 1:45 and Luke 1:7 remind us that God’s timing is perfect, even when waiting feels hard, as seen in the story of Elizabeth and Zechariah. This Christmas, trust in the God who keeps His promises, knowing He is working in the silence to fulfill His perfect plan in your life.
December 21, 2024
Birth Announcement
Luke 2:10-11 reminds us that the birth of Jesus is good news for everyone, bringing joy, hope, and peace to even the most overlooked. This Christmas, embrace the truth that the Savior came for you and share His transformative love with those around you.
December 20, 2024
Pondering
Luke 2:19 and Psalm 46:10 remind us to pause and reflect, like Mary, treasuring God's work in our lives even when we don't fully understand it. This Christmas, embrace stillness, ponder His faithfulness, and let His peace fill your heart amidst the busyness.
December 19, 2024
Bethlehem
Micah 5:2 highlights how God chose humble Bethlehem, a small and overlooked town, as the birthplace of Jesus, showing that He works powerfully through the ordinary. This Christmas, trust that God can use the smallest, most overlooked parts of your life to accomplish His extraordinary purposes.
December 18, 2024
Reclaiming Joy
Matthew 2:10 reminds us that true joy isn’t found in perfection but in focusing on Jesus, as the wise men did, rejoicing exceedingly even amidst challenges. This Christmas, shift your focus from ideal celebrations to worshiping the Savior, letting His presence fill your heart with lasting joy.
December 17, 2024
Good Tidings Of Great Joy
Luke 2:10-11 proclaims the arrival of true joy through Jesus, a Savior born for all people, bringing hope, restoration, and the light of God’s love to even the darkest places of our hearts. This Christmas, let the joy of His coming transform your life and overflow to others as you share the good news of His love.
December 16, 2024
O Come, Emmanuel
Isaiah 7:14 reminds us of God's promise of Emmanuel—God with us—a source of hope for Israel in their waiting and for us in our brokenness. This Advent, we rejoice that Jesus has come to bring restoration and peace and cling to the hope of His return to make all things new.
December 15, 2024
Silent Night, Holy Night
Luke 2:10-11 reminds us that God chose humble shepherds to first witness the birth of Jesus, showing His love for the overlooked and ordinary. Like the shepherds, may we stand in awe of the Savior this Christmas and boldly share the joy of His coming with others.
December 14, 2024
Mary’s “Yes”
Luke 1:34-38 shows Mary’s unwavering faith and surrender to God’s plan, trusting His promise despite uncertainty. Her “yes” reminds us that obedience opens the door to God’s greater purposes, challenging us to trust Him with our plans and embrace His will with a willing heart.
December 13, 2024
Perfect Present
Matthew 2:11 and Exodus 33:15 remind us that the greatest gift is not what we receive but who we worship—Jesus, Immanuel. This Christmas, prioritize His presence over presents, finding lasting joy and peace in time spent with Him and sharing that love with others.