Devotional Archives for Encouragement for Today

When faced with overwhelming situations, we often feel like we're drowning in 3 feet of water, but God has given us everything we need to stand victorious against the enemy's schemes. By putting on the full armor of God and standing firm on His promises, we can overcome even the most daunting challenges and emerge stronger, more than conquerors through Him who loved us.

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal experience of learning to set healthy boundaries in relationships, including with her children and others, and how it has helped her be a more compassionate and gracious person. By implementing biblical boundaries, she believes individuals can thrive in life-giving relationships while maintaining their integrity and spiritual fruit.

As a Christian family in war-torn Iraq, Dahlia shares her story of enduring faith and perseverance in the face of persecution, displacement, and loss. Through her personal struggles and experiences, she reveals how prayer, community, and reliance on God have given her hope and strength to continue serving Him despite the uncertainty and danger surrounding her.

When someone we love says something hurtful, how do we respond? Is it to pretend everything is fine or confront the person to prove their wrongness? The Bible teaches us that true wisdom and soul integrity come from approaching situations with honesty and peace, not pretending or proving. By choosing peacemaking honesty, we can bring balance to chaotic relationships and reap a harvest of great qualities in our lives.

As parents, we have a unique opportunity to partner with God to help our kids develop a BIG view of Him, one that believes in His power and love. By sharing our mistakes, learning about God together, and having the end goal in mind, we can raise up a generation who knows Jesus is real and can talk to Him, hear from Him, walk with Him, and know He's going to take care of them.

When life's challenges leave us feeling bitter, it's easy to lose hope and believe God has abandoned us. But what if we could choose better than bitterness? In her new devotional, "What Your Mind Needs for Anxious Moments," Holley Gerth shares how the story of Ruth reminds us that even in the darkest moments, God still has a plan beyond our understanding.

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal experience of struggling in a relationship and offers hope to those who are going through similar situations, encouraging them to remember that they are worthy because God created them. By focusing on the solid Truth of God's love and applying wise steps for healing and growth, readers can find the strength to navigate difficult relationships and rise above the pain.

Landra Young Hughes explores the human desire for control and fulfillment in her latest article, "What a Girl Wants," where she delves into the tension between our own desires and God's will. By examining how our want-tos can sometimes lead us astray, Hughes encourages readers to surrender their desires to God, embracing His plan as better than our own.

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal struggle with conflict and how she learned to approach difficult conversations with gentleness, rather than harshness, in order to turn away wrath and stir up anger. By applying biblical principles such as owning our part of the issue, softening our hearts towards others, and setting necessary boundaries, we can pursue relational health and honor God in the midst of conflict.

As a mother, sharing stories of God's glory in our messy, human need is crucial for passing on faith to the next generation. By weaving these stories into everyday conversations, we can help others see God's power and wonder in their own lives, just as Psalm 78:4 reminds us to "tell the next generation the praiseworthy deeds of the LORD."