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
After the Showdown
August 24, 2026
1 Kings 19:1-3a catches Elijah in freefall—one threat from Jezebel sends the prophet who just called down fire on Mount Carmel running for his life. After every showdown comes a letdown, and the moment we step off the battlefield is when we're most exposed. The invitation is to name that vulnerable window after our biggest wins and guard it, refusing to make decisions from the bottom of the emotional tank.
students
We Cannot Help Speaking
August 24, 2026
Acts 4:18-20 gives Peter and John a command—keep believing, just stop saying it out loud—which is almost exactly the deal culture offers you. But Peter says they cannot help speaking about what they've seen and heard. You can lose an argument about the Bible; nobody can beat you in an argument about your own life. The modern cost isn't arrest—it's a seat at a table that used to have you in it. And revival isn't singing louder on Wednesday; it's living differently on Thursday, in the hallway, where someone notices you're not the same.
KIDS
Sun and Rain for Everyone
August 24, 2026
Matthew 5:45 asks a question: when the sun comes up, does it only shine on nice people and skip the grumpy ones? Of course not—the nice kid and the mean kid wake up to the same sunshine. Jesus used that to show something about God: His kindness isn't just for a few special people, it's for everyone. And He wants us to be like that too. Anybody can be nice to their best friend, but when you're kind to someone who was mean, people notice—that's God's kind of love shining through you.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
September 29, 2024
Jesus Is Coming
John 14:3 and 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 remind us of the promise of Jesus’ return, offering hope amidst life's trials. This assurance calls us to live with urgency and purpose, anchored in the reality that Christ will come again to end all suffering and bring eternal joy and restoration.
September 28, 2024
Is Hell Real?
Matthew 25:46 and 2 Thessalonians 1:9 affirm the reality of hell as eternal separation from God, a consequence of rejecting His offer of salvation. This truth magnifies the grace of Christ’s sacrifice and calls us to live with gratitude, urgency, and compassion for those who have yet to know Him.
September 27, 2024
Is Heaven Real?
2 Corinthians 4:17-18 reminds us that our present struggles are temporary, preparing us for the eternal glory of heaven, where we will dwell with God in perfect peace and joy. This promise of heaven shifts our perspective, allowing us to endure hardship with hope, knowing our true home awaits in God’s presence.
September 26, 2024
Lord’s Supper: Sacred Remembrance
Luke 22:19-20 reminds us that the Lord’s Supper is a sacred act of remembrance, symbolizing Christ’s body and blood sacrificed for us. It calls us to reflect on His love, renew our gratitude, and unite as the body of Christ, proclaiming His sacrifice and anticipating His return.
September 25, 2024
Baptism: What, Why and How
Matthew 28:19-20 teaches that baptism is a public declaration of our faith in Christ, symbolizing our union with His death and resurrection. It is an act of obedience that represents dying to sin and being raised to new life, affirming our commitment to follow Jesus and live according to His will.
September 24, 2024
Is Church Optional?
Hebrews 10:24-25 reminds us that church is essential for encouragement, spiritual growth, and community. It's not just about attending a service but actively engaging in a fellowship that strengthens our faith, helps us serve others, and reminds us that we are not alone in our walk with Christ.
September 23, 2024
What Is a True Church?
Acts 2:42 and Matthew 28:19-20 emphasize that a true church is not defined by its building or services but by its commitment to teaching God’s Word, fostering loving fellowship, and making disciples. It reflects Christ's love through action, evangelism, and genuine community, serving as a beacon of hope and truth to the world.
September 22, 2024
Election
John 15:16 and Titus 3:5 teach that election is God's sovereign choice rooted in His grace and love, calling us to respond in faith and bear lasting fruit, reminding us that salvation is a gift from God, not earned by our works.
September 21, 2024
Can You Lose Your Salvation?
John 10:28-29 assures us that our salvation is secure in God's hands; once we are sealed by the Holy Spirit, nothing can break that seal, and no one can take us from God's loving care.
September 20, 2024
Sanctification - Set Apart
2 Corinthians 3:18 and 1 Thessalonians 5:23 reveal that sanctification is God's ongoing work of transforming us into Christ's image, a gradual process empowered by the Holy Spirit, guiding us to live in righteousness and holiness each day.