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 9, 2025
Hearing From God
1 Samuel 3:10 reminds us that God still speaks today, but we must position ourselves to listen—through Scripture, community, and quiet moments in His presence. Like Samuel, when we draw near to God with a willing heart, we can hear His voice guiding us forward.
January 8, 2025
Action Steps
James 2:17 reminds us that faith without action is incomplete, encouraging us to live out our beliefs through small, daily steps of obedience. True growth happens when we trust God enough to act, even without seeing the full picture, allowing our faith to shape every part of our lives.
January 7, 2025
The Name That Changes Everything
Genesis 1:1 reveals God as Elohim, the Creator who brings order and beauty out of chaos, reminding us that the same power that formed the universe is at work in our lives. Trusting Elohim means believing that He can transform even our messiest moments into something purposeful and beautiful.
January 6, 2025
Feeling Discouraged?
1 Samuel 16:1-2 reminds us that even in seasons of disappointment, God calls us to move forward in faith, trusting that His plans are still unfolding. Like Samuel, we are invited to let go of past discouragements and take the next step of obedience, believing that God’s purpose for our lives continues beyond what we can see.
January 5, 2025
Walk It Out
Micah 6:8 reminds us that God calls us to live with justice, mercy, and humility, walking intentionally with Him rather than rushing ahead. True strength comes from aligning our pace with His, trusting His direction, and allowing His presence to shape our actions and hearts.
January 4, 2025
Chasing What Matters
Mark 1:34-38 shows us that Jesus prioritized His purpose over immediate demands, reminding us to focus on God's calling rather than chasing every opportunity. By saying "no" to distractions and "yes" to what truly matters, we align our hearts with His mission and experience the fulfillment that comes from pursuing His presence and purpose.
January 3, 2025
Fresh Starts
Lamentations 3:22-23 and Matthew 11:28-29 remind us that God’s mercies are new every morning, offering rest and renewal in His presence. True fresh starts come not from striving, but by continually returning to Jesus, allowing His grace to restore our weary souls and guide our steps.
January 2, 2025
Entering Empty
John 2:3, 7 shows that Jesus can transform our emptiness into abundance, just as He turned water into wine. When we bring our weariness and lack to Him, He fills us with His grace, reminding us that even in seasons of emptiness, God is ready to create something beautiful.
January 1, 2025
New Year, New You
Philippians 1:6 reminds us that true transformation begins with God, not our own efforts. As we step into the new year, we are invited to trust Him to shape us from the inside out, allowing His grace to fuel lasting change and growth.
December 31, 2024
Auld Lang Syne: Joy and Regret
2 Corinthians 7:10 and Philippians 3:13-14 remind us that while regret may surface as we reflect on the past year, godly sorrow leads to growth and redemption. As we enter the new year, we are called to release past mistakes, embrace joy, and press forward with hope, trusting God to redeem our regrets and shape our future.