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.
April 4, 2024
It Changes Everything
John 19:30 and Luke 23:46 encapsulate Jesus' final moments and His ultimate surrender to God, signifying the transformative power of the resurrection for believers to entrust their lives fully to God's hands, reshaping their existence with eternal perspective and security in His unwavering love.
April 3, 2024
If You Got It, Use It
John 10:9 teaches that Jesus is the gateway to salvation and abundant life, urging believers to fully utilize their faith and spiritual gifts, much like a chant at a basketball game encourages players to use their talents.
April 2, 2024
Who Are You?
Romans 8:15 emphasizes our identity as children of God, transcending worldly labels and roles, and invites us to embrace the profound truth of our adoption into God's family through Jesus Christ.
April 1, 2024
We Can Trust Him
Philippians 2:10 and Matthew 28:18-20 highlight the supreme authority of Jesus over all realms, teaching us to trust Him with every aspect of our lives, as He commands us to make disciples and assures us of His eternal presence.
March 31, 2024
Easter
John 20:11-16 vividly portrays the resurrection of Jesus, marking a moment of profound personal connection and transformation for Mary Magdalene, and reminding us that Jesus knows and calls each of us by name. It encourages us to listen for His voice in our lives and to share our transformative encounters with Him with others.
March 30, 2024
What Now?
Luke 24:13-17 captures the essence of silent Saturdays, the times of waiting between hardship and resolution, emphasizing the importance of trust and patience in God's perfect timing. It reminds us that God's silence is not an absence but a preparation for His divine intervention.
March 29, 2024
What’s So Good About Friday?
John 19:28-30 and John 16:33 offer hope and peace through Jesus' declaration "It is finished" on Good Friday, symbolizing His victory over sin and death and reassuring us of His enduring presence and love in our trials.
March 28, 2024
New Mandate
John 13:34-35 and 1 Corinthians 11:23-24 emphasize the profound nature of Jesus' command to love one another as He has loved us, highlighting love as the defining characteristic of His followers. This call to love, given amidst the ultimate betrayal, serves as a powerful reminder of the strength found in grace and gratitude, inspiring us to extend love and forgiveness in even the most challenging circumstances.
March 27, 2024
Reckless Love
Mark 14:3-6 and 14:8a recount the poignant act of Mary of Bethany, who anoints Jesus with expensive perfume, embodying a profound expression of love and devotion. This moment challenges us to consider if we have been as generous and wholehearted in our love for Jesus, inspiring us to live with unwavering devotion and to seize every opportunity to express our gratitude and affection towards Him.
March 26, 2024
Live Purposefully
Mark 11:20-21 and John 15:7-8 teach us to live authentically in faith, illustrating that true spiritual vitality comes from a deep, nurturing relationship with Christ, rather than mere outward religious displays. This calls for a commitment to abide in Jesus, allowing His teachings to transform us and bear fruit in every aspect of our lives.