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

Cracked Mortar

October 21, 2026

Psalm 147:3 promises that God heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds, but that healing starts with honesty. Like sellers sitting on a cracked hearth to hide the damage, we get skilled at covering our brokenness with a smile. God doesn't patch the surface; he rebuilds from the inside, and the invitation is to get off the hearth and bring the hidden wounds to him.

students

Show Me the Scars

October 21, 2026

John 20:24-29 teaches us through Thomas that Jesus does not reject us for having honest doubts but invites us to seek answers and discover the truth of who He is. Instead of hiding our questions or pretending to have perfect faith, we can bring our doubts to Jesus, examine the evidence, and grow in a deeper, more personal trust in Him.

KIDS

When the Brook Dried Up

October 21, 2026

1 Kings 17:7-9 teaches us that even when something good comes to an end, God’s care never stops, and He already knows what comes next. When life changes or we feel sad about what we have lost, we can trust that God is still with us, guiding us toward His next step.

Daily Reading & Prayer

Grow In Your Faith

Read or listen to the Bible 5 minutes a day through the life of Jesus.

December 12, 2024

The Wise Men Worshiped

Matthew 2:10-11 shows us the magi’s joyful determination to seek and worship Jesus, offering their best gifts despite obstacles. Their journey reminds us that Jesus is the King for everyone, calling us to set aside distractions and humbly pursue Him with all our hearts.

December 11, 2024

Don’t Be Afraid

Luke 2:10-11 reminds us not to be afraid, as Jesus, our Savior, stepped into our mess to bring hope and peace. Trust in His presence and let Him calm your fears, knowing He walks with you through every challenge, offering peace beyond understanding.

December 10, 2024

Holy Night

Isaiah 9:7 and Matthew 1:23 remind us that Jesus, Immanuel, entered a weary world to bring unending peace, justice, and hope. Like the hymn O Holy Night proclaims, His light breaks through the darkest moments, inviting us to rejoice in the freedom and comfort He offers as our Savior and King.

December 9, 2024

Presents or Presence

Matthew 1:23 reminds us that Christmas is about Jesus, Immanuel—God with us—not perfection in celebrations. This season, let go of striving for flawless plans and embrace the joy, peace, and hope found in His presence, the true gift that fulfills every heart.

December 8, 2024

An Infant?

Galatians 4:4-5 and Matthew 1:21 remind us of God’s profound humility and love, as Jesus came into the world as a vulnerable baby to fully identify with humanity and redeem us through His sacrifice. This Christmas, let the image of the manger point to the cross, marveling at the lengths God went to offer us salvation and eternal life.

December 7, 2024

God With Us

John 1:14 reveals the astounding truth of the incarnation: Jesus, the Word, became flesh and dwelled among us, stepping into our brokenness with humility and love. This Advent, we celebrate the hope and redemption found in His presence, knowing that God’s choice to come near is a personal reminder that we are never alone.

December 6, 2024

In the Stillness

Luke 1:18 reminds us that even in seasons of doubt and waiting, God remains faithful, using moments of stillness to deepen our trust and renew our hope. Zechariah’s story encourages us to listen for God’s voice in the silence, trusting that His promises will be fulfilled in His perfect timing.

December 5, 2024

Everlasting Father: The Love That Never Ends

Isaiah 9:6 reveals Jesus as our Everlasting Father, whose eternal, perfect love meets our deepest longing for unconditional care and belonging. This Advent, we are invited to rest in His unchanging love, find refuge in His embrace, and reflect His forgiveness and grace in our relationships.

December 4, 2024

Mighty God: The Warrior Who Fights for You

Isaiah 9:6 assures us that Jesus, our Mighty God, is El Gibbor—the warrior who fights for us and guarantees victory through His love and sacrifice. This Advent, we are invited to surrender our battles to Him, trust in His unmatched strength, and find peace in knowing we are never alone.

December 3, 2024

Wonderful Counselor

Isaiah 9:6 reminds us that Jesus, our Wonderful Counselor, offers divine wisdom that transforms our confusion into clarity, our pain into peace, and our fears into trust. This Advent, we are called to seek His guidance above all else, listening for His personal and tender counsel to lead us toward healing and hope.