Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
As you step into the unknown, God's promise of guidance and comfort can be a beacon of hope in the darkness. Discover three essential truths that will lead you through life's uncertain paths and remind you that you are never alone.
Lysa TerKeurst reminds us that we are children of God, made in His image and worthy of praise, as seen in the story of Adam and Eve's creation in Genesis. By remembering who we are - created to reflect God's goodness and glory - we can shift our perspective from hurt and shame to a life of truth and love.
Alice Matagora reflects on her experience of becoming dependent on her phone, leading to emotional and functional difficulties, and explores how this can be contrasted with a life of intentional dependence on Christ, bearing fruit that will last. By examining small opportunities for daily dependence on God, readers can begin to break free from unhealthy dependencies and cultivate a deeper relationship with Jesus.
Shirlee Abbott shares a personal story of how she learned to trust God's guidance in making life-changing decisions, highlighting the difference between asking for His blessing versus His direction. By sharing her own experience and biblical examples, Abbott encourages readers to prayerfully invite God into their decision-making process, trusting Him to "make" their plans rather than just seeking His approval.
As Sarah Freymuth reflects on her own struggles with perspective, she invites readers to look up and see the goodness and beauty in their lives through God's eyes. By shifting our focus from our problems to His presence, we can find peace, strength, and a beautiful future.
As a mother and operating room nurse, Tracie Braylock shares her personal experience of caring for a toddler during surgery, highlighting the importance of God's presence and reassurance in times of uncertainty. In this heartwarming devotion, Tracie encourages readers to cast their anxieties onto God and find peace in His presence, reminding them that they are "in good hands."
Genesis invites readers to re-experience God's goodness and character, as revealed in the first book of the Bible, which emphasizes His creative power and loving nature. By exploring Genesis, readers can rediscover God's goodness and learn to trust Him in the midst of challenges, ultimately leading to a fresh start and a deeper understanding of their faith.
As the new year begins, many of us struggle with exhaustion, discontentment, and fear, but what if God's strength is available to us when we simply call on Him? In this devotional, author Grace Valentine shares four truths to remember about God's strength at the start of 2025, offering hope and encouragement for a year filled with challenges.
As the new year begins, many of us are struggling to keep going due to physical, mental, or emotional pain, but it's in these moments of weakness that we can find true strength and a deeper connection with God; through embracing our vulnerabilities, we can boast about Christ's power and display His limitless grace.
Abby McDonald shares her personal struggle with trusting God's will and offers guidance on how to discern His desires, citing Proverbs 13:12 as a key verse that highlights the difference between hope deferred and desire fulfilled. By sharing her own experiences and biblical insights, McDonald encourages readers to share their deepest desires with God, trusting that He will bring forth new life and renewal in their lives.