Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal struggle with food and weight, revealing how she had to get honest enough to admit that she relied on food more than God for comfort and joy. Through prayer, surrender, and a newfound reliance on God, she found empowerment and victory in her spiritual health, offering hope and encouragement to readers who may be struggling with similar issues.
A car accident forces a mother to confront her mistakes and feelings of inadequacy, but she finds comfort in the promise that God makes all things new for those who are in Christ Jesus. Through her personal struggle, Kia Stephens reminds readers that they too can begin again, embracing hope and renewal through their relationship with Christ.
As a perfectionist, you're not alone in striving for flawlessness, but God's masterpiece is not about achieving perfection, but about embracing His grace and love. By applying the G.R.A.C.E. acrostic - Give yourself a moment, Remember God loves you, Acknowledge what didn't go well, Celebrate what did go well, and Encourage yourself - you can break free from the cycle of striving for perfection and find freedom in Christ's grace.
As life swirls around you, creating whirlwinds of chaos in your home, God offers His strength and peace to meet you where you are. Discover practical suggestions and accompanying scriptures to help you declutter, restore order, and find calm in the midst of turmoil.
Ruth Chou Simons explores the concept of belonging in her latest book, "When Strivings Cease," arguing that true belonging cannot be found through external means such as church denominations or social circles, but rather through a deepening relationship with Jesus Christ. By understanding our identity and worth in Christ, we can break free from the need for validation and instead find our true home in Him.
Derwin Gray shares his personal experience as an imperfect earthly father and invites readers to discover the loving, present Father in heaven who is always on the way to rescue and comfort us. Through his book "God, Do You Hear Me?", Gray explores the Lord's Prayer and how it can help break through to a new and refreshing prayer life, encouraging readers to cry out to their heavenly Father for love, protection, and guidance.
Jesus teaches us to love others without favoritism, regardless of their background or circumstances, and invites us to show the same love that He shows to all people. By embracing this principle, we can break down barriers and build bridges of understanding, just as Jesus did in His interactions with diverse individuals throughout history.
As a devoted foodie and Jesus-loving heart, Corrie Gerbatz reflects on her faith journey, realizing that while she consumes many resources to deepen her understanding of God's Word, she often misses the mark when it comes to truly experiencing Scripture for herself. In this new year, Gerbatz hopes readers will rediscover the wonder of the Bible and intentionally pursue God's Word daily, pondering its truths and discussing them with friends.
I felt like my focus — and my time — was being vied for by both my projects and my people.
As the author reflects on her own experiences with burn scars from a devastating wildfire, she realizes that Jesus' promise of rest is not just a metaphorical concept, but a tangible source of healing and comfort. By embracing the power of rest and surrendering to God's care, we can find peace and restoration in the midst of life's challenges and scars.