Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
Christine Caine reflects on the significance of Silent Saturday, the day before Easter Sunday, when Jesus' body lay in the tomb and it seemed like everything was dead and lost. However, as followers of Christ, we can find hope and confidence that Resurrection Sunday is coming, just as three women who visited Jesus' tomb on Sunday morning discovered that He had risen.
Lysa TerKeurst shares three innovative ways to refresh your quiet time, shifting from routine Bible reading to a more intentional listening experience that cultivates deeper connection with God and fosters spiritual growth. By incorporating fresh practices such as giving first thoughts to God, reading from trusted authors, and recalling answered prayers, you can break free from spiritual ruts and discover a more revitalizing relationship with your faith.
Feeling left out is a universal experience that can be painful and isolating, but what if you knew you were never truly alone? Through the lens of Jesus' words to His disciples, this article explores the profound truth that we are chosen by God and included in His family through faith in Him.
I want to exhale all the unbelief that causes me anxiety and leads me to sin, and I want to take deep, long inhales of God’s Truth that leaves me both peaceful and powerful.
As a mom, facing uncertainty and fear can be overwhelming, but what if you knew that God's character is more powerful than any scary circumstance? In this article, author Laura Wifler shares how embracing the truth of God's sovereignty and love can give you courage to overcome even the toughest motherhood challenges.
As a nurse, Tracie Braylock shares her personal experiences of demonstrating love to complete strangers, highlighting the importance of loving one's neighbor as oneself, and how this choice can bring praise, honor, and glory to God. By embracing this commandment, individuals can shift their perspectives and demonstrate God's love to those around them, regardless of differences in language, beliefs, or lifestyle.
Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful message about finding hope and peace in the midst of sorrow, reminding readers that God's perspective can bring possibility and potential even when things seem impossible. By embracing honesty, prayer, forgiveness, and grace, individuals can learn to coexist with both celebration and sorrow, and find new possibilities for their lives.
Karen Wingate shares a personal reflection on gratitude, exploring how to cultivate contentment in all circumstances and find joy in the everyday moments of life. By shifting her perspective from "I have to" to "I get to," she encourages readers to reframe their thoughts and express gratitude for even the most mundane tasks, leading to a more joyful and thankful lifestyle.
Jesus is praying for and with you, even when you can't pray yourself, according to Hebrews 7:25 and Romans 8:34. Discover the comfort of knowing Jesus understands what it's like to be human and knows exactly what to pray, and learn how to approach the throne of grace with confidence.
As we root ourselves in Him through time in His Word and His presence, He strengthens us to flourish. He turns our stuck places into unstoppable purpose for His glory and our good. And that’s the life He has for you.