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.
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.
May 17, 2024
Priorities
James 4:14 teaches us about the fleeting nature of life, urging us to focus on what truly matters—relationships and presence over productivity. This scripture encourages us to prioritize time with loved ones, recognizing that our lives are transient and best spent on meaningful interactions, guided by God's will.