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 Umbrella

October 2, 2026

Ephesians 5:21-25 begins with mutual submission and then calls husbands to love their wives the way Christ loved the church. God's authority is like an umbrella: the protection is right there, but so many of us hold it at arm's length and wonder why we're getting soaked. Authority issues are a hidden cause of relational breakdown, and the call is to stop fighting over the umbrella and step under it.

students

Before He Did Anything

October 2, 2026

Matthew 3:13-17 teaches us through Jesus’ baptism that obedience flows from relationship and love, not from trying to earn God’s approval. Because God’s love comes before our performance, we can courageously take public steps of faith and live like we belong to Jesus.

KIDS

Growing Up with God

October 2, 2026

1 Samuel 3:19 teaches us that God stayed with Samuel as he grew, turning one moment of listening into a lifelong walk with Him. As we keep listening, following, and staying close to God each day, He remains with us and grows our friendship with Him over a lifetime.

Daily Reading & Prayer

Grow In Your Faith

Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.

March 30, 2024

What Now?

Luke 24:13-17 captures the essence of silent Saturdays, the times of waiting between hardship and resolution, emphasizing the importance of trust and patience in God's perfect timing. It reminds us that God's silence is not an absence but a preparation for His divine intervention.

March 29, 2024

What’s So Good About Friday?

John 19:28-30 and John 16:33 offer hope and peace through Jesus' declaration "It is finished" on Good Friday, symbolizing His victory over sin and death and reassuring us of His enduring presence and love in our trials.

March 28, 2024

New Mandate

John 13:34-35 and 1 Corinthians 11:23-24 emphasize the profound nature of Jesus' command to love one another as He has loved us, highlighting love as the defining characteristic of His followers. This call to love, given amidst the ultimate betrayal, serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in grace and gratitude, inspiring us to extend love and forgiveness in even the most challenging circumstances.

March 27, 2024

Reckless Love

Mark 14:3-6 and 14:8a recount the poignant act of Mary of Bethany, who anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, embodying a profound expression of love and devotion. This moment challenges us to consider if we have been as generous and wholehearted in our love for Jesus, inspiring us to live with unwavering devotion and to seize every opportunity to express our gratitude and affection towards Him.

March 26, 2024

Live Purposefully

Mark 11:20-21 and John 15:7-8 teach us to live authentically in faith, illustrating that true spiritual vitality comes from a deep, nurturing relationship with Christ, rather than mere outward religious displays. This calls for a commitment to abide in Jesus, allowing His teachings to transform us and bear fruit in every aspect of our lives.

March 25, 2024

Turn It Upside Down

Matthew 21:10-13 highlights Jesus' cleansing of the Temple, urging us to remove distractions and prioritize genuine worship and inclusivity in our relationship with God. This act calls for a reflective examination of our lives, emphasizing the importance of authenticity in our spiritual journey.

March 24, 2024

Palm Sunday – It Begins With A Party

Matthew 21:8-9 captures the jubilant spirit of Palm Sunday, marking the beginning of Passion Week with crowds celebrating Jesus' arrival in Jerusalem. This moment, filled with praise and anticipation, sets the stage for the unfolding events of Jesus' final days, highlighting the contrast between His humble approach and the ultimate sacrifice He was about to make. It reminds us of the depth of God's love and the transformative power of Christ's sacrificial journey, urging us to share this message of redemption and hope with others as we reflect on the true meaning of Easter.

March 23, 2024

Why Can’t I Let Go?

Proverbs 3:5-6 and Proverbs 8:17 underscore the importance of trusting in the Lord with all our heart and seeking Him to find direction and fulfillment in our lives. This passage encourages us to embrace a journey of deepening trust and surrender to God, emphasizing that understanding and intimacy with God grow as we invest in our relationship with Him through prayer and Scripture, leading to a more profound peace and confidence in His perfect plan.

March 22, 2024

Give It Up

Matthew 6:33-34 advises us to prioritize seeking God's kingdom and righteousness, promising that our needs will be met and urging us not to worry about the future. This passage highlights the futility of wrestling for control over our lives, advocating for surrender to God's will as the path to true peace and fulfillment, encouraging a daily practice of prayerful surrender and trust in God's sovereignty.

March 21, 2024

Not Really

2 Chronicles 25:2, 7-9 illustrates the pitfalls of half-hearted obedience to God through the story of King Amaziah, who initially seeks God's favor but ultimately turns away, leading to his downfall. This narrative emphasizes the importance of wholehearted trust in God's power over reliance on human strength, and the consequences of disregarding divine guidance, urging us to consistently follow God's will for true fulfillment and purpose.