September 21, 2021 The Reward of Relinquishment Genesis 22:1-18 When God asks us to surrender our will to His, it’s our job to trust He will show us the way (Prov. 3:5-6). I’ve learned that, while it’s a struggle to put everything on the altar, we don’t have to understandRead More …

September 20, 2021 The Freedom of Relinquishment Matthew 19:16-26 We may think we have no attachments that come between us and the Lord, but He knows our heart better than we ourselves do. One Sunday as I was about to preach a sermon along those lines, God showed me somethingRead More …

September 19, 2021 Sunday Reflection: Where We Belong To get the most out of this devotion, set aside time to read the Scripture referenced throughout. Think back to a time when you were passionate about pursuing something—a job, a cause, or even a relationship. Once you finally attained the objectRead More …

September 18, 2021 The Godly Quality of Generosity 2 Corinthians 9:6-12 As a child, I lived with my mother in a single-room home. She made just enough money for food, clothing, and rent. Most Saturdays another boy came to the door and asked, “Do y’all have anything to eat?” I’dRead More …

September 17, 2021 Gratitude in the Storms of Life 1 Thessalonians 5:14-18 Jesus told us that we would have hardships (John 16:33), and He was right, wasn’t He? As unpleasant as trials are, there’s still reason for giving thanks. Yesterday, we looked at three provisions believers can count on duringRead More …

September 16, 2021 God’s Provision Matthew 14:22-33 We all face trials. Realistically, if you’re not currently in a storm, you’re either just getting out of one or about to enter one. Thankfully, we serve a good God who always provides—including during the dark periods of life. Today’s passage tells ofRead More …

September 15, 2021 Caring for Your Conscience 1 Timothy 1:3-7 Yesterday we looked at how powerful our conscience can be, but even this divinely bestowed moral compass can be swayed by our thoughts, experiences, and background. What matters most is the amount of truth that informs it. Since Jesus isRead More …

September 14, 2021 The Power of Your Conscience 1 Timothy 1:18-20 God gave us the gift of a conscience to act as a moral compass, but if we ignore it, we may suffer shipwreck. When writing to Timothy, Paul charged the young man to keep the truths of the faithRead More …

September 13, 2021 Life’s Greatest Investment Acts 9:10-18 What is the most worthwhile investment a person can make? It isn’t a retirement account, a lucrative career, or a fine house, though these are all good. There is no better way to invest time, energy, or resources than to help someoneRead More …

September 12, 2021 Sunday Reflection: That All Might See the Light To get the most out of this devotion, set aside time to read the Scripture referenced throughout. Many churches around the world proudly display their stained glass windows­—art that serves a two-fold purpose: to enhance the beauty of theRead More …