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 Grit in Integrity
August 23, 2026
Nehemiah 6:15-16 declares the wall completed in fifty-two days, and the surrounding nations lost their confidence because they saw God's hand in it. The devotional finds grit hiding in the middle of the word integrity, and defines integrity as wholeness, a wall with no gaps and a life with no gap between public and private. The challenge is to close the gaps out of reverence for God and to finish, with grit, what others said could not be done.
students
Look at Us
August 23, 2026
Acts 3:2-6 hangs on a phrase easy to skip: the beggar was put at the gate "every day." The crowd had walked past him so many times they'd stopped seeing him—he'd become part of the building. Then Peter looked straight at him. Before the miracle, before the sermon, there's just a man deciding to actually see one person. Boldness almost never starts on a stage; it starts with noticing someone and refusing to walk past. And you'll rarely know what's really going on with the person you stop for—you're not responsible for the miracle, just for looking straight at somebody.
KIDS
The Hardest Kind of Love
August 23, 2026
Matthew 5:43-44 says something that probably made the whole crowd go quiet: love your enemies and pray for the people who are mean to you. Everybody had been taught to love friends and hate the ones who hurt you, but Jesus flipped it upside down. This doesn't mean bullying is okay—if a kid is being mean, always tell a grownup. But praying for a hard person is like a secret superpower: it's hard to keep hating someone while you pray for them, and God softens your heart even if the other kid hasn't changed yet.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
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.
December 12, 2024
The Wise Men Worshiped
Matthew 2:10-11 shows us the magi’s joyful determination to seek and worship Jesus, offering their best gifts despite obstacles. Their journey reminds us that Jesus is the King for everyone, calling us to set aside distractions and humbly pursue Him with all our hearts.
December 11, 2024
Don’t Be Afraid
Luke 2:10-11 reminds us not to be afraid, as Jesus, our Savior, stepped into our mess to bring hope and peace. Trust in His presence and let Him calm your fears, knowing He walks with you through every challenge, offering peace beyond understanding.
December 10, 2024
Holy Night
Isaiah 9:7 and Matthew 1:23 remind us that Jesus, Immanuel, entered a weary world to bring unending peace, justice, and hope. Like the hymn O Holy Night proclaims, His light breaks through the darkest moments, inviting us to rejoice in the freedom and comfort He offers as our Savior and King.
December 9, 2024
Presents or Presence
Matthew 1:23 reminds us that Christmas is about Jesus, Immanuel—God with us—not perfection in celebrations. This season, let go of striving for flawless plans and embrace the joy, peace, and hope found in His presence, the true gift that fulfills every heart.
December 8, 2024
An Infant?
Galatians 4:4-5 and Matthew 1:21 remind us of God’s profound humility and love, as Jesus came into the world as a vulnerable baby to fully identify with humanity and redeem us through His sacrifice. This Christmas, let the image of the manger point to the cross, marveling at the lengths God went to offer us salvation and eternal life.
December 7, 2024
God With Us
John 1:14 reveals the astounding truth of the incarnation: Jesus, the Word, became flesh and dwelled among us, stepping into our brokenness with humility and love. This Advent, we celebrate the hope and redemption found in His presence, knowing that God’s choice to come near is a personal reminder that we are never alone.
December 6, 2024
In the Stillness
Luke 1:18 reminds us that even in seasons of doubt and waiting, God remains faithful, using moments of stillness to deepen our trust and renew our hope. Zechariah’s story encourages us to listen for God’s voice in the silence, trusting that His promises will be fulfilled in His perfect timing.