Today’s Bible Verse
“A voice of one calling: ‘In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.’” — Isaiah 40:3 

Isaiah 40:3 is a prophetic announcement about preparing for God’s arrival—a spiritual construction project long before orange cones made it cool. Spoken originally to bring hope and readiness, it uses the powerful metaphor of clearing a path through a wilderness, symbolizing removing obstacles in our hearts so God’s purposes move forward without speed bumps.

Meet Today’s Host: Jennifer Slattery

Discover more devotions with Jennifer at Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio

Jennifer Slattery is a national speaker, multi-published author, and founder of Wholly Loved Ministries. She’s passionate about helping believers live with bold faith, rooted in surrender to Christ’s purpose.

Jennifer co-hosts both Your Daily Bible Verse and Faith Over Fear, encouraging listeners to step into their God-given identity. Her teachings blend Scripture with personal insight to help others embrace God’s power over fear and move forward with confidence.

🌐 Learn more at JenniferSlatteryLivesOutLoud.com

Today&rsquo;s Bible Verse &ldquo;A voice of one calling: &lsquo;In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord; make straight in the desert a highway for our God.&rsquo;&rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah 40:3&nbsp;
Isaiah 40:3 is a prophetic announcement about preparing for God&rsquo;s arrival&mdash;a spiritual construction project long before orange cones made it cool. Spoken originally to bring hope and readiness, it uses the powerful metaphor of clearing a path through a wilderness, symbolizing removing obstacles in our hearts so God&rsquo;s purposes move forward without speed bumps.
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Meet Today&rsquo;s Host: Jennifer Slattery
Discover more devotions with Jennifer at&nbsp;<a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse">Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio</a>
Jennifer Slattery is a national speaker, multi-published author, and founder of Wholly Loved Ministries. She&rsquo;s passionate about helping believers live with bold faith, rooted in surrender to Christ&rsquo;s purpose.
Jennifer co-hosts both Your Daily Bible Verse and Faith Over Fear, encouraging listeners to step into their God-given identity. Her teachings blend Scripture with personal insight to help others embrace God&rsquo;s power over fear and move forward with confidence.
🌐 Learn more at <a href="https://www.jenniferslatterylivesoutloud.com/">JenniferSlatteryLivesOutLoud.com</a>

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Your Daily Bible Verse is a daily podcast where we dive deeper into Scripture, re-examining your favorite verses and getting to the heart of the message of God’s Word. Your Daily Bible Verse is a production from <a href="https://www.biblestudytools.com">Bible Study Tools</a> and <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/">LifeAudio</a>.

Your Daily Bible Verse is a daily podcast where we dive deeper into Scripture, re-examining your favorite verses and getting to the heart of the message of God’s Word.

Your Daily Bible Verse is a product of https://www.biblestudytools.com and the...

Your Daily Bible Verse

ADVENT:  Deeper Connection with Christ this Busy and Stressful Season (Isaiah 40:3)

Today’s Bible Verse: “And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” — Luke 1:17

Luke 1:17 highlights the mission God gives to His messengers, both past and present. This verse, referring to John the Baptist, illustrates God’s desire to reconcile relationships, restore hearts, and prepare people for His work in the world. The imagery of turning hearts and guiding the disobedient emphasizes God’s restorative power — not only in the spiritual lives of individuals but in the communities and families around them.

Meet Today’s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel

🎙️ Listen to more daily devotionals with Jessica at Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio

Rev. Jessica Van Roekel is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and worship pastor who shares how God brings beauty from brokenness. Her message centers on God’s power to rescue, restore, and renew, even after seasons of rejection or loss.

She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything, a guide to seeing God’s purpose in life’s disappointments.

Jessica and her husband are raising a vibrant family, with two adult daughters, a college-aged son, and a high school daughter. You can explore her teachings, devotionals, and resources at WelcomeGrace.com.

Today&rsquo;s Bible Verse: &ldquo;And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous&mdash;to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.&rdquo; &mdash; Luke 1:17
Luke 1:17 highlights the mission God gives to His messengers, both past and present. This verse, referring to John the Baptist, illustrates God&rsquo;s desire to reconcile relationships, restore hearts, and prepare people for His work in the world. The imagery of turning hearts and guiding the disobedient emphasizes God&rsquo;s restorative power &mdash; not only in the spiritual lives of individuals but in the communities and families around them.
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Meet Today&rsquo;s Host: Reverend Jessica Van Roekel
🎙️ Listen to more daily devotionals with Jessica at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/">Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio</a>
Rev. Jessica Van Roekel is a passionate Christian speaker, author, and worship pastor who shares how God brings beauty from brokenness. Her message centers on God&rsquo;s power to rescue, restore, and renew, even after seasons of rejection or loss.
She is the author of Reframing Rejection: How Looking Through a Different Lens Changes Everything, a guide to seeing God&rsquo;s purpose in life&rsquo;s disappointments.
Jessica and her husband are raising a vibrant family, with two adult daughters, a college-aged son, and a high school daughter. You can explore her teachings, devotionals, and resources at <a href="https://www.welcomegrace.com/">WelcomeGrace.com</a>.

ADVENT: Why God Still Turns Hearts Today: Hope for Relationships (Luke 1:17)

Today’s Bible Verse:
“Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time in the future when Galilee of the Gentiles, which lies along the road that runs between the Jordan and the sea, will be filled with glory. ” — Isaiah 9:1–2

Isaiah 9:1–2 sits at the beginning of one of the Bible’s most beloved Messianic prophecies and is a cornerstone passage during Advent. This verse speaks directly into seasons of gloom, spiritual darkness, national anxiety, and personal distress — and answers it all with light breaking in, not fading out.

Meet Today’s Host: Carol Ogle McCracken

🎙️ Listen to more daily devotionals with Carol at Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio

Carol Ogle McCracken is a dynamic Christian speaker, author, and Bible teacher known for her warmth, humor, and transparency. She brings biblical truths to life through real-world stories and relatable experiences—whether navigating alcohol recovery, parenting a child with special needs, or walking through divorce.

Today, she serves as Minister of Discipleship at her local church and shares God’s Word through women's retreats, conferences, and online devotionals. Her book, Wisdom: Where to Find It if You’ve Lost, Forgotten, or Never Had It, was released in 2020 and continues to encourage readers in their pursuit of godly wisdom.

Today&rsquo;s Bible Verse: &ldquo;Nevertheless, that time of darkness and despair will not go on forever. The land of Zebulun and Naphtali will be humbled, but there will be a time in the future when Galilee of the Gentiles, which lies along the road that runs between the Jordan and the sea, will be filled with glory. &rdquo; &mdash; Isaiah 9:1&ndash;2
Isaiah 9:1&ndash;2 sits at the beginning of one of the Bible&rsquo;s most beloved Messianic prophecies and is a cornerstone passage during Advent. This verse speaks directly into seasons of gloom, spiritual darkness, national anxiety, and personal distress &mdash; and answers it all with light breaking in, not fading out.
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Meet Today&rsquo;s Host: Carol Ogle McCracken
🎙️ Listen to more daily devotionals with Carol at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse/">Your Daily Bible Verse on LifeAudio</a>
Carol Ogle McCracken is a dynamic Christian speaker, author, and Bible teacher known for her warmth, humor, and transparency. She brings biblical truths to life through real-world stories and relatable experiences&mdash;whether navigating alcohol recovery, parenting a child with special needs, or walking through divorce.
Today, she serves as Minister of Discipleship at her local church and shares God&rsquo;s Word through women's retreats, conferences, and online devotionals. Her book, Wisdom: Where to Find It if You&rsquo;ve Lost, Forgotten, or Never Had It, was released in 2020 and continues to encourage readers in their pursuit of godly wisdom.

ADVENT: When Christ Meets us in the Dark (Isaiah 9:1-2)

Today’s Bible Verse:
“The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.” — John 1:14

This verse highlights a radical reality: God chooses closeness over distance. Jesus didn’t just visit humanity — He dwelled here. His glory, grace, and truth weren’t abstract concepts; they were tangible and witnessed in daily life, relationships, fragility, celebrations, interruptions, and the ache of being understood.

MEET YOUR HOST: Joy A. Williams

Joy A. Williams is a writer and speaker who is amazed her first name became her life’s mission. As life happens in ways that baffle us or bring us joy, she loves exploring how those moments can bring us closer to God. She is a member of the “First 5” writing team at Proverbs 31 ministries. As a licensed minister, she serves as a teacher for the Women’s Bible Study and the Married Couples Ministry at her church.

Joy is also a wife and mother and shares encouragement on the “Joy to the Soul” blog. Subscribe to receive the newest posts and updates at joyawilliams.com.

Follow her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

Get Joy’s 7-day Bible Reading Plans on YouVersion:
Live Your Joy Story
When Easy Doesn't Live Here: Living By Faith When Life Is Hard

Today&rsquo;s Bible Verse: &ldquo;The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth.&rdquo; &mdash; John 1:14
This verse highlights a radical reality: God chooses closeness over distance. Jesus didn&rsquo;t just visit humanity &mdash; He dwelled here. His glory, grace, and truth weren&rsquo;t abstract concepts; they were tangible and witnessed in daily life, relationships, fragility, celebrations, interruptions, and the ache of being understood.
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MEET YOUR HOST: Joy A. Williams
Joy A. Williams is a writer and speaker who is amazed her first name became her life&rsquo;s mission. As life happens in ways that baffle us or bring us joy, she loves exploring how those moments can bring us closer to God. She is a member of the &ldquo;First 5&rdquo; writing team at Proverbs 31 ministries. As a licensed minister, she serves as a teacher for the Women&rsquo;s Bible Study and the Married Couples Ministry at her church. Joy is also a wife and mother and shares encouragement on the &ldquo;Joy to the Soul&rdquo; blog. Subscribe to receive the newest posts and updates at&nbsp;<a href="https://joyawilliams.com/">joyawilliams.com</a>. Follow her on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/joytothesoul/">Facebook</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://twitter.com/joytothesoul">Twitter</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/joy.to.the.soul/">Instagram</a>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pinterest.com/joy2thesoul/">Pinterest</a>. Get Joy&rsquo;s 7-day Bible Reading Plans on YouVersion: <a href="https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/31126-live-your-joy-story">Live Your Joy Story</a> <a href="https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/37131">When Easy Doesn't Live Here: Living By Faith When Life Is Hard</a>

ADVENT: Deeper Connection with Christ this Busy and Stressful Season (Isaiah 40:3)

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