Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
As Christians, we were never meant to carry our burdens alone, but God designed us for connection and community. By breaking free from the habit of isolation and prioritizing meaningful relationships, we can experience a deeper joy and fulfillment in our faith, just as early Christians did in Acts 2:46.
As the world around us becomes increasingly uncertain, a trusted guide can help steer us through life's unknowns. In this devotional, Jodi Harris shares three simple ways to "seek His face continually" and "remember His wonderful deeds," offering practical encouragement for navigating life's challenges with confidence in God's faithfulness.
Ann Voskamp invites readers to embark on a spiritual pilgrimage with her, exploring the life of Jesus through the Gospel of John and discovering how His love can transform their lives. By examining what captivates us and crowning Jesus as King of our hearts, readers can experience an everyday resurrection and find the love they've been seeking.
Lysa TerKeurst shares a personal story of feeling alone and disconnected from God, but finds comfort in Jesus' promise that the Holy Spirit will guide her through difficult times. By leaning on the Holy Spirit, she discovers that even in loneliness, we are never completely alone and never without guidance.
The Holy Spirit is not a mystical teaching introduced after Jesus, but rather a personal presence that has been with God since creation, as described in Genesis and fulfilled in Jesus' life and teachings. Through the Holy Spirit, believers are called to be living temples of God's presence, filled with His glory and power, and empowered to proclaim the good news of Jesus in their daily lives.
Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young invites readers to view the story of Ruth through a different lens, one that highlights God's heart for the vulnerable and His abundance in providing for those who are hungry. By examining how Jesus often chose to minister to people at the table, including outsiders like tax collectors and marginalized women, we can discover the true nature of God's generosity and abundance.
Kia Stephens shares her personal journey of waiting on God's best, from a proposal that didn't work out to discovering her true purpose as a wife and helpermate. Through her story, she reveals how God formed Eve in the garden and continues to shape and form us today, making sure we experience His best in marriage and become His best for our spouse.
As February's "month of love" can also be a month of loneliness, millions struggle with feelings of isolation and disconnection, but finding comfort in God's presence can bring hope and healing. By turning to Him in prayer and leaning into His love, individuals can overcome the pain of loneliness and discover a deeper sense of connection and belonging.
As a mom of six, Crystal Paine shares her personal struggle with a water-resistant phone and the unexpected lesson she learned about trusting in God's presence in her life. She encourages readers to remember that they have a direct line to their Heavenly Father, who is always available to listen and help, even when we feel lost or uncertain.
Tori Hope Petersen shares her personal journey of breaking free from self-hatred and embracing God's love, offering a powerful message that loving oneself is an essential part of His command to love others. In her new book "Breaking the Patterns That Break You", Tori invites readers to replace harmful thought patterns with compassionate truth, finding healing and lasting change in the process.