Tonight’s Scripture:

Mark 12:10 (NIV)

“Haven’t you read this passage of Scripture: ‘The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.’”

🔗 Read Mark 12 on BibleStudyTools.com

🔍 Evening Reflection

Have you ever tried to build something—only to have it collapse due to a flawed foundation? Whether it’s a wobbly toolbox or a shaky desk chair, without a proper base, no structure can last. The same is true of our spiritual lives.

In tonight’s devotion, Amber Ginter reflects on her own lesson in building, reminding us that Jesus is meant to be the cornerstone—the solid foundation—of our lives. When we attempt to construct our identities, relationships, or future plans without Him, we end up with structures that cannot weather life’s inevitable storms.

But when Jesus is at the center, our lives gain stability, strength, and eternal significance. The builders of Jesus’ time rejected Him, but He remains the only true foundation that can support our hearts, hopes, and eternal destiny. The question isn’t just whether we know about Him—but whether we’ve made Him the centerpiece of our lives.

“Without Jesus at the center, everything will come crashing down.”

🙏 Your Nightly Prayer

Dear Jesus,
You are the firm foundation, the Rock that cannot be shaken. We confess how easily we place our trust in unstable things—our jobs, relationships, even ourselves. But tonight, we choose to build our lives on You. Help us to surrender control and realign our hearts to Your truth. When chaos strikes, may we stand strong, rooted in the Cornerstone that endures.
In Your Name, Amen.

🧠 Three Things to Meditate Upon


Where is Your Time Going?
Is Jesus truly at the center of your life? Journal how you spend your time and ask God to realign your priorities.


Begin Your Day with Him
Set aside 5–10 quiet minutes each morning this week to sit with the Lord. Invite Him to shape your plans and center your heart.


Share the Foundation
Who in your life needs to hear the simple truth of the Gospel? Be bold and loving as you share the cornerstone of your faith.

“The stability of your life is only as strong as the foundation you build it on.”

📣 Call to Action


🕊️ Choose the Cornerstone: Make one tangible decision today that re-centers your life on Christ.


💌 Encourage someone by sharing this devotional—invite them to build on a stronger foundation.


📬 Sign up for our nightly devotional newsletter:
👉 Your Nightly Prayer Newsletter


🎧 Find more uplifting episodes and resources at LifeAudio.com

Tonight&rsquo;s Scripture:
Mark 12:10 (NIV)
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&ldquo;Haven&rsquo;t you read this passage of Scripture: &lsquo;The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone.&rsquo;&rdquo;
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🔗 <a data-start="355" data-end="438">Read Mark 12 on BibleStudyTools.com</a>
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🔍 Evening Reflection
Have you ever tried to build something&mdash;only to have it collapse due to a flawed foundation? Whether it&rsquo;s a wobbly toolbox or a shaky desk chair, without a proper base, no structure can last. The same is true of our spiritual lives.
In tonight&rsquo;s devotion, Amber Ginter reflects on her own lesson in building, reminding us that Jesus is meant to be the cornerstone&mdash;the solid foundation&mdash;of our lives. When we attempt to construct our identities, relationships, or future plans without Him, we end up with structures that cannot weather life&rsquo;s inevitable storms.
But when Jesus is at the center, our lives gain stability, strength, and eternal significance. The builders of Jesus&rsquo; time rejected Him, but He remains the only true foundation that can support our hearts, hopes, and eternal destiny. The question isn&rsquo;t just whether we know about Him&mdash;but whether we&rsquo;ve made Him the centerpiece of our lives.
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&ldquo;Without Jesus at the center, everything will come crashing down.&rdquo;
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🙏 Your Nightly Prayer
Dear Jesus, You are the firm foundation, the Rock that cannot be shaken. We confess how easily we place our trust in unstable things&mdash;our jobs, relationships, even ourselves. But tonight, we choose to build our lives on You. Help us to surrender control and realign our hearts to Your truth. When chaos strikes, may we stand strong, rooted in the Cornerstone that endures. In Your Name, Amen.
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🧠 Three Things to Meditate Upon
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Where is Your Time Going? Is Jesus truly at the center of your life? Journal how you spend your time and ask God to realign your priorities.
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Begin Your Day with Him Set aside 5&ndash;10 quiet minutes each morning this week to sit with the Lord. Invite Him to shape your plans and center your heart.
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Share the Foundation Who in your life needs to hear the simple truth of the Gospel? Be bold and loving as you share the cornerstone of your faith.
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&ldquo;The stability of your life is only as strong as the foundation you build it on.&rdquo;
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📣 Call to Action
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🕊️ Choose the Cornerstone: Make one tangible decision today that re-centers your life on Christ.
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💌 Encourage someone by sharing this devotional&mdash;invite them to build on a stronger foundation.
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📬 Sign up for our nightly devotional newsletter: 👉 <a href="https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/your-nightly-prayer/" data-start="2819" data-end="2911">Your Nightly Prayer Newsletter</a>
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🎧 Find more uplifting episodes and resources at <a href="https://www.lifeaudio.com" data-start="2967" data-end="3009">LifeAudio.com</a>
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Your Nightly Prayer is an evening Christian prayer podcast from LifeAudio.com and Crosswalk.com. Each night, the team behind Crosswalk.com brings you a nightly devotional and prayer to help you end your day in conversation with God. May these evening prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God as you end your day.

Your Nightly Prayer is an evening Christian prayer podcast from LifeAudio.com and Crosswalk.com. Each night, the team behind Crosswalk.com brings you a nightly devotional and prayer to help you end your day in conversation with God. May these evening prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God as you end your day.

Your Nightly Prayer: Evening Prayers for Christians

Your Nightly Prayer is an evening Christian prayer podcast from LifeAudio and Crosswalk.com. Each night, the team behind Crosswalk.com brings you a nightly devotional and prayer to help you end your day in conversation with God. May these evening prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God as you end your day.

Your Nightly Prayer is an evening Christian prayer podcast from LifeAudio and Crosswalk.com. Each night, the team behind Crosswalk.com brings you a nightly devotional and prayer to help you end your day in conversation with God. May these evening prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God as you end your day.

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