Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today

A renowned lawyer's spiritual crisis is revealed as she shares her journey of discovering the importance of faith in her life, highlighting how a steady intake of God's Word can revive and nourish one's spirit. By sharing her personal story and encouraging readers to commit to memorizing a scripture, Wendy Blight invites them to experience the transformative power of God's Word.

A woman's desperate attempt to clean her house before a visit from her mother-in-law reveals a deeper struggle with the desire to present herself as perfect to others, mirroring our own attempts to "clean up our act" in life. Through Psalm 51:10, we are reminded that only God can create a clean heart and renew our spirits, offering hope for true transformation and redemption.

Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful message on the importance of considering the cost of our choices, just as Satan schemes to keep us unaware of the consequences. By making intentional decisions and modeling good choices, parents can help their children think through the costs of their actions and boldly fight for their families against Satan's attacks.

A close friend's thoughtful gift, a watch that symbolizes the sharpening of one another, is revealed as a poignant reminder of the power of true friendship. Through Charles Martin's inspiring story, we are reminded that love and appreciation can be expressed in meaningful ways, and that friendships have the ability to shape us into better versions of ourselves.

When a child drifts away from family and faith, it can be a painful experience for parents. By praying with complete confidence in God's power to bring their child back into the faith, parents can help their children grow stronger in their walk of faith and ultimately strengthen others.

Marybeth Whalen reflects on the convenience of modern technology, such as iPods, and how it has changed the way we access music. She argues that while instant gratification can be appealing, she prefers to wait and experience life's challenges in order to grow closer to God and discover unexpected treasures.

This is a devotion or Bible study guide from Proverbs 31 Ministries, written by Rachel Olsen. The title of the study is not explicitly stated in the provided text, but based on the content, it appears to be about seeking God's wisdom and guidance in daily life. The study begins with a personal reflection question: "What do I tend to think my security is tied to?" This sets the stage for exploring how our understanding of security can impact our relationship with God. The author then shares a story about Daniel, who was placed in a difficult situation by God, but ultimately used his wisdom and faith to serve God. The study includes several application steps, such as committing to regular reading of the Word of God, seeking guidance from God's

A young woman reflects on the beginning of her friend's journey to Christianity, realizing that she played a role in his salvation story despite not having discussed faith with him. This experience inspires her to be more intentional about sharing God's love and light with others, and encourages readers to consider how they can contribute to someone else's spiritual growth.

A Christian woman shares her personal journey of overcoming wrong assumptions about being a "good" Christian, and how reading the entire Bible in one year transformed her life and love for God's Word. She invites readers to join her on this journey and make a commitment to read through the Bible daily.

This is a devotion from Proverbs 31 Ministries, written by Amy Carroll. The title of the devotion is not provided in the text you shared, but based on the content, it appears to be about rebuilding confidence and dependence on God. The devotion begins with a personal story about Amy's struggle with confidence and her journey towards putting her faith in God. She shares how she has depended on herself and fallen short, but now seeks to rebuild her confidence by focusing on God's power and capabilities. Throughout the devotion, Amy reflects on various Bible verses that speak to the importance of dependence on God, including Ecclesiastes 3:1-3 and Philippians 3:3. She encourages readers to journal a prayer thanking God for His