Your Wait Time | Isaiah 40:31

“But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.” (Isaiah 40:31 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk about the hot-button issue of delayed gratification—that is, the value …

No Compromise | Matthew 26:74

“Peter swore, ‘A curse on me if I’m lying—I don’t know the man!’ And immediately the rooster crowed.” (Matthew 26:74 NLT)   Spiritually speaking, it’s hard to beat the apostle Peter’s résumé. He was part of Jesus’ inner circle. He witnessed the Transfiguration. He walked on water with Jesus. He r…

Be Known for Your Faith | Romans 1:8

“Let me say first that I thank my God through Jesus Christ for all of you, because your faith in him is being talked about all over the world.” (Romans 1:8 NLT)   In this week’s devotions, we’re going to talk about more hot-button issues. Today, we’re going to focus on the responsibility believer…

Judging Ourselves | 1 Corinthians 11:31

“But if we would examine ourselves, we would not be judged by God in this way.” (1 Corinthians 11:31 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk about the hot-button issue of self-image. Our culture today places tremendous importance on loving oneself and celebrating one’s accomplishments. T…

Meeting Your Deepest Need | Matthew 6:31–33

“So don’t worry about these things, saying, ‘What will we eat? What will we drink? What will we wear?’ These things dominate the thoughts of unbelievers, but your heavenly Father already knows all your needs. Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everyth…

Only One Way | John 14:6

“Jesus told him, ‘I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me.’” (John 14:6 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk about the hot-button issue of inclusivity, one of the most difficult spiritual challenges facing believers today. During World Wa…

Risk Versus Reward | Acts 4:31

“After this prayer, the meeting place shook, and they were all filled with the Holy Spirit. Then they preached the word of God with boldness.” (Acts 4:31 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk about the hot-button issue of risk versus reward—knowing when to be bold and when to exercise c…

Twenty-First-Century Idol Worship | Psalm 115:4, 8

“Their idols are merely things of silver and gold, shaped by human hands. . . . And those who make idols are just like them, as are all who trust in them.” (Psalm 115:4, 8 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk about the hot-button issue of the cult of personality—that is, the temptation…

The Pursuit of Happiness | Luke 12:32

“So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom.” (Luke 12:32 NLT)   Over the next couple of weeks, we’re going to be talking about hot-button issues—things that play a large role in people’s lives today. And we’re going to start with finding ha…

As Bold and as Fearful as Elijah | 1 Corinthians 1:26–27

“Remember, dear brothers and sisters, that few of you were wise in the world’s eyes or powerful or wealthy when God called you. Instead, God chose things the world considers foolish in order to shame those who think they are wise. And he chose things that are powerless to shame those who are powerf…