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.
April 26, 2024
Will Heaven Be Boring?
Revelation 21:1, Revelation 22:3-5; Heaven is depicted not as a place of monotony but as a dynamic and restored creation, free from sin's curse. It promises an existence where everything we enjoy on Earth is magnified—nature is more vibrant, joys are deeper, and our work aligns perfectly with our passions. This vision encourages us to embody heavenly values now and anticipate a fulfilling eternal life in God's presence, devoid of boredom and full of purpose.
April 25, 2024
Why Heaven?
John 14:3, Hebrews 11:13, Psalm 73:25-26 tells us Heaven is not merely about material luxuries, but rather the eternal presence of God, offering profound soul satisfaction that transcends earthly delights. This spiritual realm, emphasized in biblical texts, is the ultimate destination where we reunite with God, the source of all true joy and fulfillment, guiding us to prioritize eternal values in our daily lives.
April 24, 2024
Is the Bible Important?
Matthew 24:35 and 2 Timothy 3:16-17 emphasize the Bible's enduring relevance and transformative impact, highlighting its role in shaping history, culture, and personal lives with its accurate, timeless teachings and the hopeful message of Jesus Christ. This underscores the importance of engaging deeply with Scripture, both individually and within community settings, to fully grasp its profound implications and apply them to our lives.
April 23, 2024
Does Faith Grow Naturally?
2 Peter 1:1 and 2 Thessalonians 1:3 illustrate that faith does not grow naturally but requires deliberate effort and deep engagement with Scripture. This passage highlights the transformative power of persistent Bible study, showing that as we immerse ourselves repeatedly in God's Word, our understanding deepens and our faith strengthens, profoundly impacting our thoughts, emotions, and actions over time.
April 22, 2024
Permission to Doubt
Jude 1:22, Mark 9:21-24, and John 20:27 teach us to approach doubt with compassion and as an opportunity for spiritual growth. These scriptures affirm that doubt is not a sign of weak faith but a common experience that can lead to deeper understanding and stronger faith, as seen in biblical figures who questioned, sought answers, and ultimately grew closer to God.
April 21, 2024
Choices
2 Kings 22:2 illustrates how King Josiah’s choices to align closely with God's commands, modeled after King David, transformed his reign and Judah by restoring true worship and adherence to God's laws, highlighting the impact our decisions can have when we choose godly influences and paths in our own lives.
April 20, 2024
Finishing Strong
1 Corinthians 9:24 and 2 Timothy 4:6-8 inspire us to run our life's race with perseverance and faith, aiming for the eternal prize of righteousness awarded by God, emphasizing that enduring challenges and finishing strong reflect true victory in our spiritual journey.
April 19, 2024
Mind The Gap
Proverbs 28:6 and 2 Corinthians 8:21 challenge us to bridge the "integrity gap" between our professed beliefs and our actual conduct, emphasizing that true integrity aligns closely with God's standards, transcending mere human opinion to honor God consistently in all areas of life.
April 18, 2024
Courage
Deuteronomy 31:6 and 2 Timothy 1:7 inspire us to embrace courage through our faith, reminding us that God equips us with strength, love, and self-discipline, enabling us to face any challenge boldly, not because we lack fear, but because we believe in His constant presence and unwavering support.
April 17, 2024
Stand Out
Romans 12:2 encourages us not to conform to worldly standards but to stand out through a transformed life that reflects God's will and character, emphasizing that our unique presence and actions in every aspect of life should glorify God and lead others towards Him.