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
Stay on the Wall
August 22, 2026
Nehemiah 6:1-9 records four invitations to leave the wall for the plains of Ono, and four times Nehemiah answers, "I am carrying on a great project and cannot go down." When the fifth attempt comes as a public, unsealed letter of lies, he calls the lie a lie and prays four words: "Now strengthen my hands." The devotional urges us to stay on the wall, to P.R.A.Y. rather than become P.R.E.Y., and to let the finished work answer the critics.
students
Why Stare at Us?
August 22, 2026
Acts 3:11-13 hands Peter the biggest half-second of his life—a healed man jumping around, a crowd sprinting over, all eyes on him—and his first words are "why are you staring at us?" Boldness that only shows up when it costs you something is half the test; the other half is what you do when boldness starts working. The same man who folded in the courtyard because it was all about protecting himself now couldn't be stopped, because it wasn't about him at all. If it's about you, everything rides on you—but you were never the point. You're the one pointing.
KIDS
Let Your Light Shine
August 22, 2026
Matthew 5:16 ties the whole week together: when you're not busy worrying, what do you have room to do instead? Shine. Worry uses up all your attention spinning round and round about yourself, but when you hand it to God, you suddenly have room to notice the kid next to you who needs a friend. A worried heart hides its light; a trusting heart shines bright. Your light isn't really about you—it points people straight to God.

Daily Reading & Prayer
Grow In Your Faith
Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.
August 24, 2024
What Is God’s Plan for the Church?
1 Peter 4:10, Ephesians 4:16, and Matthew 28:19-20 reveal that God's plan for the church is to be a unified community where each member uses their unique gifts to serve others, build each other up in love, and fulfill the mission of making disciples. The church is not just a place but a living body through which God works to extend His grace and truth to the world.
August 23, 2024
Simple Salvation
John 4:14-15 reminds us that salvation, the core of Christian faith, is a transformative gift from God, offering "living water" that satisfies eternally. This process, encompassing justification, sanctification, and glorification, begins with believing in Jesus, continues as we grow in holiness, and culminates in eternal life with Him. Through salvation, we experience God's grace, shaping our lives daily and giving us hope for a glorious future with Him.
August 22, 2024
Who Is Jesus?
Matthew 16:15-16 reveals Jesus as the Messiah, the Son of the living God, a profound truth that is central to our faith. Recognizing Jesus as both fully God and fully man, we are invited into a personal relationship with Him, transforming our lives through His love, sacrifice, and the hope He offers.
August 21, 2024
How Do We Fit In All This?
Colossians 1:16 teaches us that we are created through and for Christ, with a unique purpose in God's grand design. Understanding that we are part of His divine plan gives our lives direction and meaning, guiding us to glorify Him with our gifts and talents as we fulfill the role He has set for us.
August 20, 2024
The Word Of God
Deuteronomy 32:46-47 and Isaiah 40:8 remind us that the Word of God is not just mere words but a life-giving force that endures forever, guiding and transforming us. In a world that constantly changes, Scripture remains a steadfast anchor, offering wisdom, direction, and the power to align our lives with God's eternal plan.
August 19, 2024
What Is Theology?
Philippians 3:10 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17 teach us that theology is not just intellectual study but a transformative pursuit of knowing God deeply, shaping our understanding of His character and influencing every aspect of our lives. As we grow in our knowledge of God, our lives should increasingly reflect His love, grace, and peace.
August 18, 2024
John 21
John 21:17 shows us that despite Peter's denial, Jesus sought to restore him through love and forgiveness. Jesus’ grace is greater than our failures, and He reassures us that our place in His mission remains secure. Trust in His unchanging love and rely on His strength, not your own, to fulfill your calling.
August 17, 2024
John 19, 20
John 20:21 reminds us that, like the disciples, we are sent by Jesus to share the gospel with the world. Though the mission may seem daunting, Jesus equips us with His peace and presence, empowering us to embrace our role confidently. Today, step out in faith and share the Good News with someone in your life.
August 16, 2024
John 18
John 18:38 and John 8:31-32 remind us that truth is not relative but absolute, as embodied in Jesus Christ. Just as a seatbelt protects us in a crash, the truth of Jesus offers security and freedom in life's challenges. Embrace His teachings, even when they feel restrictive, and find true freedom and stability in His unchanging truth.
August 15, 2024
John 16, 17
John 17:20-23 teaches that our lives should display God’s love and unity, reflecting Christ to the world. Just as a catalog showcases products, we are to showcase the fruit of the Spirit—love, joy, peace, and more—so others can see God’s character in us. Live in a way that draws others to the hope found in Jesus.