Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today
As an empty nest becomes a new chapter, many parents wonder what's next and how to find purpose in this transition. In her latest devotional, Jennifer Dukes Lee shares how she discovered her "empty next" - a space filled with obedience to God in new ways - and invites readers to do the same.
As new years arrive, many of us find ourselves running in our own directions, apart from God's path, leading to feelings of discouragement and longing for His voice. Will you listen for the gentle whisper of God saying "What are you doing here?" as He redirects you back onto His perfectly planned path?
Friendships can be tricky, but remembering four truths - giving unreasonable grace, building friendships on love not a scoreboard, trusting through wisdom and discernment, and letting your light shine - can help navigate disappointment and loneliness. By embracing these principles, we can become friends who pick up others in hard seasons, loving radically and trusting wisely.
Sharon Jaynes shares her personal struggle with feeling stuck in discouragement after the failure of a loved one and how God's guidance helped her move forward. By applying the biblical story of Samuel, who trusted God despite his own disappointment, readers can learn to let go of their own moping and take the first step towards obedience and faith.
As a child, the author was made to feel like she didn't fit in because of her height, but Jesus teaches us that we are not meant to hide our light, but rather let it shine for all to see. By embracing our true identity as children of God and living out the fullness of Christ, we can boldly share His goodness with others and be a much-needed light in their lives.
When loneliness strikes, it's easy to feel isolated and alone, but the Bible reminds us that we are never truly alone, no matter how void our hearts or homes may feel. By reframing our lonely seasons as an invitation into a deep and abiding fellowship with God, we can find comfort in His unseen, unending presence.
Lions are a metaphor for Satan, who seeks to devour believers but is ultimately defeated when we tap into God's promises and protection. By understanding the enemy's tactics and standing firm in our faith, we can overcome his attacks and emerge victorious, just as Lysa TerKeurst shares in her latest devotion.
As women of faith, pursuing rest is not about avoiding stress, but about embracing a life of quietness and joy that brings us fully alive. Discover four biblical ways to de-stress and find inner peace through creativity, adventure, community, and soul care, and learn how to flourish with God's peace and joy in your life.
Rachel Marie Kang shares her personal journey of losing dreams and finding purpose in a new book, "The Matter of Little Losses," where she explores how to grieve losses and cling to Jesus even when dreams don't come true. Through her story and biblical insights, Kang offers hope and guidance for those navigating life's hard seasons and losses.
A struggling mother finds comfort in knowing that God's grace is greater than her shortcomings as a parent, reminding her that He entrusted her children to draw her into dependence on Him and meet her where she is. Through personal reflection and biblical insight, Sarah Walton encourages mothers to rest in the truth of God's grace and become conduits of that grace to their precious little ones.