Devotionals Daily Blog for Inspiration and Growth

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 ...

Peace I Leave With You

A friend and I were texting about how our mornings had not started well. She had lost her keys and subsequently missed both a dentist appointment and a work meeting. ...

The Lord Who Heals

YAHWEH ROPHE The Hebrew word rophe means “heal,” “cure,” “restore,” or “make whole.” Shortly after His people left Egypt for the Promised Land, God revealed Himself as Yahweh Rophe, “the ...

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 ...

Two Builders

Editor’s note: Pastor Max Lucado’s devotional for kids You Can Count on God: 100 Devotions for Kids is the children’s version of You Can Count of God, a devotion for ...

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 ...

A Prayer for Times of Change

Editor’s note: Times of change and transition can upset our hearts and minds more than we realize. A new school year, a new job, a new home… Change can be ...

The Backbone of Biblical Prophecy

Editor’s note: Yesterday, we introduced Max Lucado’s new book What Happens Next which encourages us to know what God’s Word promises us about End Times so that we’re prepared, not ...

The Messiah Is on the Way

Editor’s note: In challenging, frightening days, it’s understandable to feel afraid. Max Lucado, in his new book What Happens Next encourages us to know what God’s Word promises us about ...

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. ...

God’s Way Is Best

Breathe Deep and Know: God’s way is the best way, the perfect way, because His way is built on His promises — promises that will always prove true. Every promise ...

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 ...

Free Resources

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Free Christmas Bible Study!

Advent isn't just about waiting... let's get ready for Christmas with a fresh sense of anticipation! Join this short 4-week study and get access to 4 study videos with Christine Caine and Lisa Harper and other Advent resources - all free when you sign up! Study starts 12/2.