Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
God sees us in every moment of our lives, knowing our hearts and anxious thoughts. Despite feeling invisible or overwhelmed by pain, we can cling to the truth that God values and cares for us, offering our pain as an opportunity to draw closer to Him.
Living in the "good now days" means embracing every season of life, no matter how challenging or uncertain it may be. By focusing on the present moment and trusting God's plan for our lives, we can find beauty and purpose in each stage, from parenting little ones to navigating the complexities of adulthood.
Women from diverse backgrounds share their struggles with waiting, from healing and breakthroughs to prodigals returning and marriages resurrecting, finding comfort in each other's company as they navigate the ache of uncertainty. Drawing on Psalm 27, Alicia Bruxvoort explores how David's story offers a hard-earned realization: there is a way to grow strong in the waiting by spending time with God, renewing strength, and finding courage in His companionship.
Tracie Miles shares her personal journey of discovering that God's presence and plan are not about good luck, but about a good God orchestrating divine plans for our lives. Through the story of Naomi and Ruth in the book of Ruth, Miles reveals how God's goodness can be seen in even the most unexpected ways, and how trusting in His perfect timing and plans can bring hope, joy, and restoration to our lives.
God's instructions to the Israelites in Numbers 1:1-2, asking them to count every man by name, one by one, were not about counting possessions but about understanding their military strength and faith in Him. By focusing on what God has provided rather than what is lacking, we can grow our faith and appreciate the people He has placed in our lives.
Sarah Geringer shares her personal experience of finding a secret place of communion with God in the middle of the night, despite struggling with insomnia, and how she began to view this time as an opportunity for deeper fellowship rather than an annoyance. By embracing the quiet darkness, Geringer discovered fresh insights, new encouragement, and greater peace from God.
God's presence is often felt in the midst of destruction and chaos, as He rebuilds and restores His people from the rubble of their past. Through personal experience and biblical insight, Alexandra Hoover shares a powerful message of hope and comfort, reminding us that God's faithfulness and love are always at work, even when we can't see it.
A self-proclaimed fear of heights held Tracie Braylock captive, but she discovered freedom through seeking God's Truth and embracing her new identity in Christ. By letting go of false identities and aligning with God's Word, she found peace and joy, and invites readers to do the same, releasing any burdens that keep them broken and in bondage.
Falling in love with Jesus requires a deep and personal relationship, one that goes beyond mere obedience to His teachings. By getting to know Him as a real person, experiencing His love and compassion, and embracing the fullness of God's love, we can transform our faith from head knowledge to heart-centered devotion.
Tracie Miles shares her personal experience of overcoming loneliness after her husband left, and how she discovered that this painful feeling can actually be a catalyst to grow our relationship with God. By leaning into faith and prayer, she found hope and comfort in knowing God is always present, even when we feel alone.