God Hears | Malachi 3:16

“Then those who feared the Lord spoke to one another, And the Lord listened and heard them; So a book of remembrance was written before Him For those who fear the Lord And who meditate on His name.” (Malachi 3:16 NKJV)   In 1 Thessalonians 4:18, the apostle Paul offers a simple instruction to bel…

The Myth of an Absent God | Psalm 37:23

“The Lord directs the steps of the godly. He delights in every detail of their lives.” (Psalm 37:23 NLT)   In the aftermath of a natural disaster, national or local tragedy, or personal dark night of the soul, these questions often arise: Where was God when this happened? Why does He seem absent?…

Confront, Motivate, and Encourage | Hebrews 10:24–25

“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” (Hebrews 10:24–25 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to talk ab…

Leaders Needed | Nehemiah 2:10

“But when Sanballat the Horonite and Tobiah the Ammonite official heard of my arrival, they were very displeased that someone had come to help the people of Israel.” (Nehemiah 2:10 NLT)   In today’s devotion, we’re going to look at the hot-button issue of the need for leaders who take initiative.…

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…