Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today

It's What's on the Inside that Counts But we have this treasure in jars of clay to show that this all-surpassing power is from God and not from us (2 Corinthians 4:7). Father, help me to remember that beautiful treasures are often contained in most unlikely packages.

Death Valley I'm not afraid when you walk at my side (Psalm 23). Sometimes we wander into a spiritual desert. Our path becomes dry as we lose our bearings. We feel isolated. Our prayers seem to bounce back from the heavens. No matter how desolate our spiritual landscape, we must cling to the promises of God.

The Dreaded Relationship My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials (James 1:2). Our agenda isn’t always God’s agenda. The last thing I wanted was to be prayer partners with a negative strong-willed person, but the Lord had greater things in mind than my comfort!