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 Task of the Ask
August 18, 2026
Nehemiah 2:1-8 shows a leader ready for the moment the king asks, "What is it you want?" Nehemiah had prepared a plan, a timeline, and a list of resources, and in the gap between question and answer he prayed. The devotional calls this the task of the ask: prepare as if it depends on you and pray as if it depends on God, trusting that the gracious hand of God provisions what he has called us to envision.
students
Sent
August 18, 2026
Matthew 5:14-16 closes the series where Isaiah's story has been heading all week: you are the light of the world, sent right back into the same building you walk through every Monday. Nothing about the bricks changes—what changes is why you're there. Most light-hiding at school isn't dramatic; it's just going quiet when the table turns on someone. Your campus already has somebody assigned to it who's seen God, been honest, and been cleaned by grace. Go look in a mirror.
KIDS
You Don't Have to Compete
August 18, 2026
Matthew 6:28-30 says you'll never catch one flower staring at another, wishing it were a different color—flowers don't compare or compete, they just bloom the way God made them, and Jesus said the whole field is more beautiful than the richest king ever. But comparing is exactly what we do, especially at the start of school, and little by little it steals your joy and makes you feel like you're not enough. You don't have to compete for one bit of God's love—He already dressed you on purpose, and the field is beautiful because the flowers aren't all the same.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
January 19, 2025
Thankfulness
James 1:17 reminds us that every good and perfect gift comes from God, whose unchanging love fills our lives with blessings. True thankfulness transforms our perspective and calls us to share His goodness with others, making our gratitude a living reflection of His generosity and love.
January 18, 2025
Sacrifice
Mark 10:45 shows us Jesus’ example of sacrificial love, reminding us that true sacrifice isn’t about loss but offering what we have for a greater purpose. By reflecting His generosity in our lives, we not only impact others but also grow to become more like Him, leaving an eternal impact through every act of giving and service.
January 17, 2025
Investment
Matthew 16:18 reminds us that Jesus is building His Church, an unstoppable force where lives are transformed and hope is found. By investing our time, energy, and resources into the local church, we join God’s mission to bring healing and belonging to the world, knowing that no effort given in faith is ever wasted.
January 16, 2025
Discernment
Psalm 37:5-6 teaches us to commit our plans to the Lord, trusting Him to provide guidance and clarity. True discernment comes from surrendering decisions to God and seeking His wisdom, both for ourselves and for those leading His people, allowing Him to work through us for His greater purpose.
January 15, 2025
Trust
Psalm 9:10 assures us that God’s faithfulness is unwavering, reminding us that He has never forsaken those who seek Him. Trusting Him means acknowledging His constant presence, even when life feels unsteady, and relying on His promises to guide and sustain us in every situation.
January 14, 2025
Hope
Romans 15:13 encourages us to place our hope in the God who is steadfast and unchanging, allowing Him to fill us with joy and peace as we trust in Him. His hope, rooted in His mercy and love, overflows in our lives, steadying us in struggles and radiating to others around us.
January 13, 2025
Faith
Proverbs 3:5-6 reminds us to trust in the Lord wholeheartedly, surrendering our need for control and relying on His steady guidance through life’s uncertainties. By anchoring ourselves in His promises, we find stability in the storms, knowing He will lead us step by step toward His purpose.
January 12, 2025
Second Chances
Psalm 46:7 reminds us that God is not only the God of our victories but also the God of our struggles and imperfections, just as He was for Jacob. His grace meets us in our brokenness, offering second chances and transforming our flaws into part of His redemptive story.
January 11, 2025
Power Of A Name
2 Samuel 23:4 reminds us that Jesus, like the light of dawn, brings hope, renewal, and clarity into the darkest moments of our lives. His faithful presence transforms and restores, gently guiding us forward with the assurance that His grace is as constant as the morning sunrise.
January 10, 2025
Want to Be Happier?
1 Thessalonians 5:18 and Psalm 107:1 remind us that gratitude, even in difficult circumstances, shifts our focus to God’s goodness and draws us closer to Him. By cultivating thankfulness daily, we experience deeper joy, greater peace, and a renewed sense of wonder at His constant love and provision.