Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today

Squirrelly Persistence We give great honor to those who endure under suffering. Job is an example of a man who endured patiently. From his experience we see how the Lord’s plan finally ended in good, for He is full of tenderness and mercy (James 5:11). Can we learn from squirrels, who never seem to get discouraged?

The Shame of It All And as they ate it, suddenly they became aware of their nakedness, and were embarrassed. So they strung fig leaves together to cover themselves around the hips (Genesis 3:17). As a result of the sin of Adam and Eve, we are cursed with a natural tendency of sin and shame. It is part of our makeup.