Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
When Jesus wept with Mary and Martha outside the tomb of their brother Lazarus, it was a poignant moment that reveals God's heart in times of sorrow. This powerful story reminds us that Jesus hurts with us, stands with us, and weeps with us, offering comfort and hope to those who are hurting.
As a young woman, Alexandra Hoover struggled to find fulfillment in her career and life, leading her to prioritize her own desires over God's will. In this powerful devotional, she shares her journey of surrender and trust, revealing how committing her life and plans to God led to a deeper sense of purpose and peace.
Meredith Houston Carr shares a powerful story of hope and resilience, drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Jacob and Joseph, who experienced seasons of great loss but ultimately found joy again through their faith in God. By leaning into her own faith and trusting God's goodness, Carr encourages readers to reject the enemy's lie that joy will never come again and instead find hope and strength in Jesus.
As a Christian, you're not alone in your struggles with prayer - but what if you could approach God's throne with confidence? In this powerful devotional, author Kayla Ferris shares how the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ are working together to intercede for us every moment of every day.
As the world slowly returns to normal after COVID-19, many are struggling with reluctance to leave their comfort zones behind. In a thought-provoking devotional, Lynn Cowell explores how God's people have faced similar challenges throughout history, including the Israelites' journey into the unknown as they crossed the Jordan River.
Tessa Afshar shares a powerful message about the lies that scars tell, and how they can lead us to believe we are unworthy or unloved. By listening to the story of Jesus' scars, which tell a tale of love without boundaries, Afshar encourages readers to silence their own scars' whispers and instead tune into the truth found in Christ's wounds.
Sitting alongside someone who is suffering can be a powerful way to show God's love and comfort them in their pain. In this devotional, Sarah Geringer shares her personal experience of feeling alone after a separation and how the quiet power of community helped her find comfort and hope again.
A life of balance is crucial for physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, yet many people push themselves beyond their limits, ignoring the signs that they need to slow down. By learning to recognize and respect their boundaries, individuals can restore harmony in their lives and find peace in a world that often values productivity over tranquility.
Alicia Bruxvoort shares her personal journey of letting go of self-imposed expectations and embracing God's grace, finding beauty in the imperfections that once caused her frustration. By trading her "invisible lines" for Christ's power, she discovered a new kind of beauty and learned to trust His faithfulness.
A Christian woman's encounter with a friend who delivers an unexpected and painful truth about her own behavior sparks a reflection on the importance of encouragement and accountability in relationships, as revealed in Hebrews 3:13. By embracing this difficult conversation, she seeks to grow in love, humility, and obedience to God, and invites readers to join her in seeking spiritual guidance and instruction from trusted friends and family.