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.
August 2, 2024
John 1
John 1:1-4,14 affirms that Jesus is the eternal Word, fully God, and Creator of all things, who became flesh to dwell among us. This foundational truth calls us to worship and obey Him, recognizing His authority and the depth of His love and sacrifice for our sins.
August 1, 2024
Luke 23, 24
Luke 24:27, 32 highlights how Jesus' explanation of the Scriptures rekindled the hearts of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. This reminds us that true spiritual vitality and passionate worship come from centering our lives on Christ and immersing ourselves in His Word, allowing His presence to ignite our hearts anew.
July 31, 2024
Luke 21, 22
Luke 22:42 exemplifies Jesus' submission to God's will, even in the face of immense suffering, teaching us the importance of surrendering our desires to God's greater plan. This calls us to trust in His perfect will, praying for guidance and the courage to follow His direction, just as Jesus did in Gethsemane.
July 30, 2024
Luke 19, 20
Luke 19:41-44 shows Jesus weeping over Jerusalem, knowing the people did not recognize the peace He offered through His sacrifice. This calls us to share the gospel urgently with others, reflecting Jesus' compassion and commitment to saving lost souls.
July 29, 2024
Luke 17, 18
Luke 18:1 teaches us to always pray and not give up, using the parable of the persistent widow to illustrate that continual prayer strengthens our faith and resilience. This calls us to be steadfast in prayer, trusting that God hears us and will bring justice, even when answers seem delayed.
July 28, 2024
Luke 15, 16
Luke 15:4-6 portrays God's relentless love through the parable of the lost sheep, illustrating how He seeks out each sinner with immense dedication and rejoices greatly when they repent. This parable encourages us to celebrate acts of repentance, recognizing the value of every individual in God's eyes and embracing His boundless grace and mercy.
July 27, 2024
Luke 13, 14
Luke 13:3 reminds us that unless we repent, we too will perish, highlighting the universal need for repentance and the urgency of turning away from sin. Jesus calls us to recognize our own sinfulness and embrace the transformative act of repentance, leading to a new life in Christ and avoiding eternal separation from God.
July 26, 2024
Luke 12
Luke 12:1-2 warns against hypocrisy, likening it to leaven that can spread and corrupt. Jesus emphasizes the importance of living with integrity and genuine faith, rather than merely appearing righteous outwardly. We are called to examine our hearts for any pretense, seek God's cleansing, and live transparently, reflecting our true commitment to Christ.
July 25, 2024
Luke 11
Luke 11:1-4 teaches us the Lord's Prayer, emphasizing the importance of honoring God's name, seeking His kingdom, trusting Him for daily provisions, practicing forgiveness, and asking for guidance and protection. This prayer invites us into a deep, daily reliance on God, fostering a profound and intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father.
July 24, 2024
Luke 10
Luke 10:29, 36-37 teaches us to love our neighbors, even those we find difficult, by showing mercy and compassion as illustrated in the parable of the Good Samaritan. This calls us to selflessly serve those around us, recognizing that God places people in our lives to demonstrate His love through our actions.