Posts with the category “daily-devotional”

“And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth.” – John 1:14 Some people see Jesus as just another spiritual leader. A wise teacher. A compassionate healer. Maybe even a revolutionary voice who challenged broken systems. But Scripture paints a much bigger picture. In John 1:14, we are told plainly that Je...  Read More

"Jesus said to her, 'I who speak to you am he.'" – John 4:26 She didn’t expect a conversation. She definitely didn’t expect transformation. But that’s what happened when Jesus met the woman at the well. He broke through every barrier she tried to throw up, not with force, but with love. And we do the same thing she did. We offer excuses to keep Jesus at arm’s length. But He keeps showing up anyway...  Read More

"The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it." – John 1:5 It’s easy to feel like your light doesn’t matter. Maybe you’re the only Christian in your family. Maybe your coworkers don’t get why you live the way you do. Maybe you’ve kept quiet at school because the pressure to blend in is just easier than standing out. When the world feels overwhelmingly dark, your little sp...  Read More

“So they said to him, ‘Then what sign do you do, that we may see and believe you? What work do you perform? Our fathers ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written, He gave them bread from heaven to eat.’” – John 6:30-31 When reading John 6, we can see that the crowd wanted more bread. They wanted more signs and another show. They followed Jesus not because they loved Him, but because He had...  Read More

“God said to Moses, ‘I AM WHO I AM.’ And he said, ‘Say this to the people of Israel: I AM has sent me to you.’” – Exodus 3:14 When God called Moses at the burning bush, He didn’t give him a pep talk about his skill set. He didn’t offer a leadership manual or walk through the basics of public speaking. Instead, when Moses asked, “Who should I say sent me?” God simply replied, “I AM.” In other words...  Read More

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” – Matthew 5:14 Jesus didn’t just say He was the Light. He looked at His followers and gave them the same identity. That wasn’t a compliment. It was a calling. Light stands out. It exposes what’s hidden. It brings warmth and clarity. That’s what you’re meant to do when you walk into any environment: make it brighter because yo...  Read More

“Why do you spend your money for that which is not bread, and your labor for that which does not satisfy?” - Isaiah 55:2 We don’t usually call it hunger, but we all feel it. That gnawing sense that something is missing. For some, it shows up in the endless scrolling, the need to always be in the loop. For others, it’s chasing money, success, affirmation, or even just a sense of control. We’re all ...  Read More

"Jesus said to them, 'Truly, truly, I say to you, before Abraham was, I am.'" – John 8:58 It is one of the most explosive things Jesus ever said. He did not say, “I was,” though that would’ve already been staggering. He said, “I am.” Not past tense. Not future. Present. Eternal. Unchanging. With those two words, Jesus wasn’t just making a statement about time. He was claiming the name of God. The ...  Read More

"But Moses said to God, 'Who am I that I should go to Pharaoh and bring the children of Israel out of Egypt?' He said, 'But I will be with you.'" – Exodus 3:11–12 Moses had a million reasons to disqualify himself. He was a runaway with a past. He had no clout in Egypt, no eloquent voice, and no army at his back. When God called him, his first reaction was the same as ours often is, "Who am I?" But...  Read More

"Again Jesus spoke to them, saying, 'I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.'" - John 8:12 Jesus made this declaration at a moment that would have stunned the crowd. It was not a random statement. It happened during the Feast of Tabernacles, when massive lamps lit up the temple courtyard to celebrate God’s past guidance in the wil...  Read More

“Do not work for the food that perishes, but for the food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give to you.” - John 6:27 In our world, bread is optional. It comes in baskets at restaurants, sits on the side of your plate, or gets avoided altogether in trendy diets. But in the world Jesus lived in, bread was life. It wasn’t a side dish; it was survival. So when Jesus said He was ...  Read More

“Let all the house of Israel therefore know for certain that God has made him both Lord and Christ, this Jesus whom you crucified.” - Acts 2:36 Most people are cool with Jesus as long as He stays in the past tense. A wise teacher. A kind healer. A man who did good things and said powerful words. But the problem is, Jesus is not just a man from history. He is alive. He is exalted. And He is Lord. I...  Read More

"I AM WHO I AM." - Exodus 3:14 There is a moment in Scripture where Moses stands before a burning bush, overwhelmed, confused, and uncertain. God calls him to something far greater than himself, and Moses has one very practical question. Who do I say sent me? In other words, who are You? God doesn’t respond with a title or a job description. He doesn’t say, “Tell them the Creator sent you” or “Tel...  Read More

"Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you." - Deuteronomy 31:6 Following God will take you places that feel uncertain. He may lead you into situations that stretch your faith or require bold action. But over and over again in Scripture, God tells His people the same thing: Do not be afraid. Tha...  Read More

"God—his way is perfect; the word of the Lord is pure. He is a shield to all who take refuge in him." - Psalm 18:30 Sometimes God rescues in ways we don’t immediately recognize. The story of Israel in 605 BC is a perfect example. Nebuchadnezzar’s attack on Jerusalem was brutal and left the people defeated, scattered, and seemingly hopeless. But that wasn’t the end of the story. It was the beginnin...  Read More

“Make every effort to enter through the narrow door, because I tell you, many will try to enter and won’t be able.” - Luke 13:24 There are some things you just cannot afford to get wrong. Jesus does not dodge the hard questions. When someone asks Him if only a few will be saved, He does not give a number or a timeline. Instead, He gives a warning. He says to make every effort to enter through the ...  Read More

“Let us hold on to the confession of our hope without wavering, since he who promised is faithful.” - Hebrews 10:23 Endurance is not just about surviving hard seasons. It is about holding on to the right thing in the middle of them. Anyone can grit their teeth and wait for the storm to pass, but as followers of Jesus, we are called to something deeper. We are called to endure in faith. To hold on ...  Read More

“For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and of marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart.” - Hebrews 4:12 It is easy to say we love the Bible when it encourages us. When the verses speak peace over our anxiety or remind us of God’s promises, we welcome them with open arms. But the m...  Read More

“Whoever says he abides in him ought to walk in the same way in which he walked.” - 1 John 2:6 We often imagine discipleship as a classroom or a stage. We think of sermons, conferences, or podcasts. And while God absolutely uses those, most discipleship is not forged in the spotlight. It is built in the ordinary. When Jesus walked with the disciples, not every moment was recorded. But we know they...  Read More

“But when they hand you over, don’t worry about how or what you are to speak. For you will be given what to say at that hour, because it isn’t you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father is speaking through you.” - Matthew 10:19-20 If you are saved, you are sent. And if you are sent, you are called to go unashamed. That does not mean you will always be comfortable. Jesus was clear that following H...  Read More

“Then one of the Pharisees invited him to eat with him. He entered the Pharisee’s house and reclined at the table” - Luke 7:36 When studying Luke 7, you will see that the entire moment starts with a meal. A Pharisee invites Jesus to eat with him, and Jesus accepts. He shows up to the table knowing who invited Him. He knows the man’s heart. He knows the unspoken pride that fills the room. He knows ...  Read More

"Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded." - James 4:8 One of the most overlooked truths in the Christian life is that God does not just rule from a distance. He draws near. He wants a relationship. And He does not wait for us to get everything figured out before He starts moving toward us. He meets us in the mess. ...  Read More

"For to be carnally minded is death, but to be spiritually minded is life and peace. Because the carnal mind is enmity against God, for it is not subject to the law of God, neither indeed can be. So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God." - Romans 8:6-8 There are only two kinds of minds. One leads to life and peace, the other leads to death. It is not complicated, but it is serious. Sc...  Read More

"The instruction of the Lord is perfect, renewing one’s life; the testimony of the Lord is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise. The precepts of the Lord are right, making the heart glad; the command of the Lord is radiant, making the eyes light up." - Psalm 19:7–8 Life will wear you down. You feel it in your bones some days. The pressure, the routine, the failures, the questions. We all go ...  Read More

"Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves. Or do you not realize this about yourselves, that Jesus Christ is in you?—unless indeed you fail to meet the test!" - 2 Corinthians 13:5 We spend a lot of time checking everything but our hearts. We check our bank account. We check our texts. We check the weather, the scoreboard, our emails, and our schedules. But how often...  Read More

"The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the Lord is trustworthy, making the inexperienced wise." - Psalm 19:7 There are days when your faith feels weak. Days when your energy is gone, your spirit feels tired, and your motivation has all but disappeared. You’re not crazy. You’re not broken. You’re just running on empty. And the truth is, we all get there at some point. ...  Read More

“She brought an alabaster jar of perfume and stood behind him at his feet, weeping, and began to wash his feet with her tears.” - Luke 7:37-38 There’s something powerful that happens when you come into the presence of Jesus. The woman in Luke 7 didn’t come with a speech. She didn’t bring credentials or a resume. She brought her brokenness. And that was enough. Her actions were raw and real. She wa...  Read More

“Jesus said to them again, ‘Peace be with you. As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.’” - John 20:21 There are some truths in life that are up for debate, but this isn’t one of them. When you open your Bible and actually read what Jesus says, there’s no way around it. Everyone who is saved is sent. That’s not up for discussion. It’s undeniable. We try to complicate it. We convince ou...  Read More

“Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit.” - Psalm 51:12 There are seasons when you are running on empty and barely notice it. You still go through the motions, but underneath the surface, your purpose feels blurry, your hope feels shaky, and your joy feels flat. This is exactly where renewal matters. Not just a better attitude, but a complete refresh of your s...  Read More

“About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them” - Acts 16:25 In Acts 16, we see that Paul and Silas had just been beaten, arrested, and thrown in prison. Their crime? Casting a demon out of a young girl and upsetting the economy of the city. They did something right, and it landed them in a cell, bruised and bleeding. Most of us, if w...  Read More

“But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord” - Jonah 1:3 When God called Jonah to go to Nineveh and preach repentance, Jonah ran. Not just emotionally or spiritually, he literally ran in the opposite direction. God said to go east to Nineveh, and Jonah hopped a ship headed west to Tarshish. Why? Because obedience felt too uncomfortable. Nineveh was dangerous. It was full of p...  Read More

"Everyone who is saved is sent." - John 20:21 There is an uncomfortable truth we have to acknowledge as believers: being sent by God is rarely comfortable. In fact, if you look closely at the Bible, you’ll see a pattern. Every time God sends someone, there is discomfort. Being obedient to His call usually means stepping into the unknown, facing fear, or giving up something you thought you could no...  Read More

"Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day might bring." – Proverbs 27:1 It only takes one day for everything to change. One day for the diagnosis. One day for the breakthrough. One day for the phone call that flips your world upside down. Or right-side up. We spend so much time planning, projecting, and assuming, but the truth is, we don’t control any of it. That’s why this prov...  Read More

“They broke bread from house to house. They ate their food with joyful and sincere hearts.” – Acts 2:46 Some things never change. From the earliest days of the church all the way back to the tent of Abraham, something sacred has happened around a table. When people sit down to share a meal, walls tend to come down, and something deeper gets stirred in the heart. The Bible shows us that food is oft...  Read More

“As the Father has sent me, even so I am sending you.” – John 20:21 Most of us have no problem going when someone sends us. If your spouse sends you to grab milk, you go. If your boss sends you to a meeting, you show up. If your kids send you for a late-night snack run, you’re in the car before they finish the sentence. When people we care about or respect ask us to do something, we respond. But w...  Read More

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer.” – Acts 2:42 There is something unexplainably powerful about a shared meal. It has a way of softening hearts, opening conversations, and building relationships in ways that few other things can. That’s why families eat together. It’s why church events usually include food. And it’s why s...  Read More

“I have found the book of the law in the Lord’s temple.” - 2 Kings 22:8 The Word of God had been lost. Let that sink in. The very place where worship and sacrifice were supposed to happen, the temple of the Lord, no longer had His Word at the center of it. Generations of leadership had come and gone, and no one had noticed it was missing.  The high priest Hilkiah finds the book and gives it to Sha...  Read More

“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for his possession, so that you may proclaim the praises of the one who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.” - 1 Peter 2:9 If you belong to Jesus, you have been called out of darkness. That is a beautiful reality. You are no longer stuck in your old life, no longer blind to the truth, no longer chained to the ...  Read More

“When the king heard the words of the book of the law, he tore his clothes.” - 2 Kings 22:11 Imagine going to church your whole life, following whatever traditions were handed down to you, and then one day discovering the Bible for the first time. That is what happened in 2 Kings 22. After decades of spiritual darkness and rebellion, the Word of God was found again. When King Josiah heard it read ...  Read More

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and the fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” - Acts 2:42 Sometimes the simplest moments carry the most weight. Sharing a meal might seem like an ordinary thing, but when done with purpose, it becomes something holy. One of the easiest and most powerful ways to build meaningful relationships is to sit down and eat with someone. That...  Read More