Spend a year going through your favorite devotionals. It’s almost Fall and time to dive back into a more regular devotional time with the Lord. We thought we’d share these fantastic 365 devotionals to choose from or stock up on. They also make wonderful gifts for family or friends! Grab your Bible and a cup…
Generosity: Triggering God
Give freely and spontaneously. Don’t have a sting y heart. The way you handle matters like this triggers GOD, your God’s, blessing in everything you do, all your work and ventures. — Deuteronomy 15:10 MSG Psychology has helped us understand that even a subtle gesture or the tone of someone’s voice can trigger a…
Peace in a Day of Trouble
Peace in a Day of Trouble May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob set you securely on high! — Psalm 20:1 NASB Unemployment, wars, terrorism, natural disasters, leaders’ poor decisions — times are hard. But as our older relatives will tell us, hard times…
God’s Peace for When You Are Anxious About Tomorrow
As you sink into bed tonight, exhausted, are you already thinking about tomorrow’s meetings, next week’s obligations, next month’s deadlines? You’re anxious about tomorrow… and the next day… and the next. Whether you’re a busy mom who’s worried about your child’s future, an overwhelmed college student in the throes of midterms, or a rising executive…
Hold On!
Be patient, brethren, until the coming of the Lord. The farmer waits for the precious produce of the soil, being patient about it, until it gets the early and late rains. You too be patient; strengthen your hearts, for the coming of the Lord is near. — James 5:7-8 As Christmas Day approaches, you can…
Peace: Unburdened and Able to Rest
Unburdened Come to Me, all of you who are tired and have heavy loads, and I will give you rest. — Matthew 11:28 NCV Isn’t it ironic that all our time-saving devices and technologies have made us more tired, not less? Statistics indicate that we are working longer hours than previous generations and that stress…
God’s Peace for When You Feel Inundated by Life’s Demands
God, I’m worn out, you pray as the hours tick by. You know your alarm is set to go off in just a few hours, but you haven’t had any sleep. You feel too overwhelmed to relax your shoulders and breathe deeply. You may be facing a personal, heartbreaking crisis right now — and don’t…
Experiencing Peace Even When You Get Punched in the Gut
Beaten Up If you diligently obey the LORD your God, being careful to do all His commandments which I command you today, the LORD your God will set you high above all the nations of the earth. — Deuteronomy 28:1 NASB We all have those days when we feel like the stuffing has been beaten…
Hope Returned
“Mister, if you took Him, tell me where you put Him so I can care for Him.” Jesus said, “Mary.” Turning to face him, she said in Hebrew, “Rabboni!” meaning “Teacher!” — John 20:15–16 MSG All of us grieve in different ways. All of us are on different timetables. And all of us need to…
When Relationships Break
Forgiveness Brings Hope If you hold anything against anyone, forgive them. — Mark 11:25 Rocks piled into long, low walls dot a countryside. They keep cows from crossing but are not high or strong enough for much else. Each spring neighbors mend the walls that storms have toppled. The walls enhance the beauty of the…
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