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
Playing the Part
September 8, 2026
Acts 4:36–5:2 sets Barnabas beside Ananias and Sapphira, same outward act, opposite inward reality. Barnabas gave freely as an overflow of a transformed heart; Ananias and Sapphira wanted the reputation of sacrifice without the substance of it. The sin was never the money kept back—it was the performance. Christianity has never been about playing a part, but about being the same person in private as in public.
students
Start It Here
September 8, 2026
2 Chronicles 7:13-15 hangs on two words—"my people"—because revival doesn't start with those who don't know God but with the ones who already carry His name, the way an empty dance floor stays empty until someone finally goes first. This closes the four-week series that all points at the same person, you: change me, use me, purify me, move through me. A revived school isn't a concept—it's revived students walking into the same building on the same Monday. So stop waiting for it to happen somewhere else, and go to school tomorrow like somebody who prayed it.
KIDS
Planted by the Water
September 8, 2026
Psalm 1:1-3 pictures a person who loves God's words as a tree planted right by a stream—when everything else dries out in the summer heat, its roots reach the water and it stays green. That "meditate" just means turning God's words over like a song stuck in your head; you don't have to be big or smart to be a strong tree, you just have to stay close to the stream.
Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
May 27, 2024
Memorial Day
This Memorial Day, reflect on the sacrifices of over a million service members who died for our freedom. Honor them by thanking a veteran or their family, and pray for comfort for those who mourn. Live responsibly with the freedom their sacrifice has granted us.
May 26, 2024
Remember
Isaiah 49:15b-16 reminds us that God will never forget us, symbolizing His everlasting commitment by engraving us on His palms. This reflects His deep love and the ultimate sacrifice of Christ. We are encouraged to remember God's faithfulness through personal spiritual landmarks.
May 25, 2024
Ask Me
James 1:5 teaches us that true wisdom comes from God, who gives generously and without judgment. Unlike easily accessible online information, God's guidance offers deep, genuine support, especially in difficult times. We should seek His wisdom daily through prayer and aligning our decisions with His will.
May 24, 2024
Not There Yet
Philippians 3:13-14 encourages us to keep pressing forward in our spiritual journey despite challenges. Like a marathon, achieving spiritual maturity requires perseverance and support from others. Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, accompanies us, providing strength and guidance to continue moving toward our heavenly goal.
May 23, 2024
Wait
Psalm 37:7 encourages us to wait patiently on the Lord, intertwining our lives with His will. This active waiting strengthens our faith and aligns our choices with God's purposes, transforming waiting periods into times of spiritual growth and strength.
May 22, 2024
Throw in the Towel
Hebrews 2:1 and 6:1 remind us to stay focused on our faith and strive for spiritual maturity, especially during trials. By keeping Jesus central in our lives and prioritizing our relationship with Him, we find true fulfillment and purpose.
May 21, 2024
Smack in the Middle
1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 teaches us to rejoice, pray continually, and give thanks in all circumstances. By focusing on God's faithfulness and incorporating praise into our prayers, we shift our perspective from our struggles to His grace, finding peace and strength in His promises.
May 20, 2024
Irresistible
2 Corinthians 2:15, Colossians 3:2, and Matthew 5:13-14 call Christians to focus on God's values, becoming ambassadors of Christ's love. By setting our minds on divine purposes, we influence society through kindness and justice, illuminating the world and drawing others to God.
May 19, 2024
I Quit
Galatians 6:9 reminds us that perseverance in parenting, despite the challenges and frustrations, leads to meaningful rewards over time. This scripture encourages us to not grow weary in our efforts to guide and nurture our children, reassuring us that consistent good parenting will eventually produce responsible and caring adults.
May 18, 2024
I’m Going to Mess Them Up
2 Corinthians 12:9 teaches us that in our fears and perceived failures, particularly in parenting, God's grace is not only sufficient but transforming. This scripture encourages us to embrace our weaknesses, allowing Christ's power to manifest in them, and reminds us that God fills our inadequacies with His strength and care, guiding us in every aspect of life, including raising our children.