Devotionals Daily Blog for Inspiration and Growth

When God Doesn't Do What You Want

James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came to Him. “Teacher,” they said, “we want You to do for us whatever we ask.” — Mark 10:35 The disciples were on ...

Don't Doubt the Devil

The God of peace will crush Satan under your feet shortly. — Romans 16:20 Who is responsible for the infamy, terror, and agony that we see all around us? How ...

Slip Away to A Quiet Place

Editor's note: Wendy Blight knows what it's like to feel like peace has evaporated and nothing is "normal" anymore. In her book Rest for Your Soul, she shares how to connect ...

Our Battle Cry

He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!” — Revelation 21:5 When I was thinking about how women approach midlife, I envisioned a large, lush, ...

Bedtime Liturgies That Help Us Rest in the Work of Jesus

Failure and Grace in the Story of God In a very real sense, parenting is one long process of revealing who you are. And usually that is not pretty. Perhaps ...

Satan’s Vision for You

Fragile Faith Editor’s note: Jefferson Bethke and Jon Tyson’s new book Fighting Shadows: Overcoming 7 Lies That Keep Men from Becoming Fully Alive belongs on the bedtable of every guy ...

Scripture’s Unique Nature as the Inspired Word of God

Editor’s Note: We’re keeping it in the family today! Gavin Ortlund, author of the new book What It Means to Be Protestant, is my dear cousin and I’m thrilled to ...

How Do We Know That the Bible Is Divine Rather Than Merely Human in Origin?

To defend the faith, we must be equipped to demonstrate that the Bible is divine rather than human in origin. When we accomplish this, we will be able to answer ...

Developing an Eternal Mindset

Life on earth is temporary, but as believers, our ultimate hope lies in eternity with God. Having this mindset helps us endure uncertainty and setbacks with greater resilience. God works ...

When It’s Not Just a Season

Editor’s note: Our next Online Bible Study is just around the corner! Now and Not Yet by Ruth Chou Simons. We’re going to dig into the tension of the now ...

Chaos Produces Character

Editor’s note: Friends, you’re invited to join us for Ruth Chou Simons’ Now and Not Yet Online Bible Study starting September 9th! We’re going to get deep in the Word ...

Undefeated

Mark 16:1-8 Living in this broken world, people know defeat all too well.  Everyone has experienced a relationship where someone let them down, or a situation that didn’t work out ...

The Rock, the Road, and the Rabbi: Beginning the Journey

The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; His mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is Your faithfulness. — Lamentations 3:22-23 ESV Before I ...

Praying for Your Child's Use of Technology

Whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable — if anything is excellent or praiseworthy — think about such things. ...

Hoping through Grief

Editor’s note: Mike Nappa’s book Reflections for the Grieving Soul was written after his dear wife, Amy, passed away from cancer. Mike sought refuge in Scripture when bereavement became his ...

Grief Recovery Tool Kit

During a crisis, it is important to have the proper tools and equipment at your disposal. For the next few weeks, you will be introduced to several “tools” that will ...

Free Resources

Free Bible Study featuring Max Lucado!

Free Bible Study featuring Max Lucado!

Face Uncertain Times with Unbreakable Courage

Join the FREE Online Bible Study and get access to 6 study videos and other Bible study resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 10/5