Daily Devotional • November 5 A Reading from Revelation 12:1-12 1 A great portent appeared in heaven: a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars. 2 She was pregnant and was crying out in birth pangs, in the agony of giving birth.3 Then another […]| The Living Church
“Help me learn to rely on You more and more, especially when my private world feels unsteady. Instead of striving to regain control, I need to grip Your hand for support— living in conscious dependence on You.” – Jesus Listens, October 20th When Intimacy Becomes the Goal There’s a moment in Exodus 33 that has […]| Jesus Calling
Reading Time: 5minutesMeditating on positive daily affirmations is a great way to encourage ourselves to believe in faith and optimism. Is reciting healing daily positive affirmations hocus pocus, “New Age” stuff? No, not in the least. It’s a Biblical principle and there is much science to back it up! Table of Contents Why Positive Daily Affirmations are […] The post Positive Daily Affirmations to Heal the Body and Soul appeared first on Bible Health.| Bible Health
Daily Devotional • October 28 St. Simon and St. Jude, Apostles A Reading from Nehemiah 1:1-11 1 The words of Nehemiah son of Hacaliah. In the month of Chislev, in the twentieth year, while I was in Susa the capital, 2 one of my brothers, Hanani, came with certain men from Judah; and I asked […]| The Living Church
Daily Devotional • October 22 A Reading from Matthew 12:1-14 1 At that time Jesus went through the cornfields on the Sabbath; his disciples were hungry, and they began to pluck heads of grain and to eat. 2 When the Pharisees saw it, they said to him, “Look, your disciples are doing what is not […]| The Living Church
--- “You are my Strength! You know all about my weakness; You understand that my strength is insufficient to handle the challenges I face. Even though … The post When You Feel Weak appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“I know that You continue to do miracles according to Your will and purposes. Please train me to align my will with Yours and to watch in hope for You to work.” – Jesus Listens, January 30th Yosemite glittered under a blanket of fresh snow, fitting for the start of an equally fresh year. It […]| Jesus Calling
“When you read this, you can perceive my insight into the mystery of Christ…” – Ephesians 3:4 Scripture reading: Acts 2:1-13 In the verses that follow Ephesians 3:4, the mystery is described with great clarity. The mystery is that Gentiles (non-Jews) are included in the people of God. This was revealed by the Holy Spirit, […]| Reformed Perspective
“Sometimes You instill a dream in me that seems far beyond my reach. I know that my own resources are inadequate for attaining such a goal. Thus begins my journey of profound dependence on You. It’s a faith-walk, taken one step at a time, leaning on You for strength and guidance.”– Jesus Listens, November 6th […]| Jesus Calling
“And you were dead in…..sins in which you once walked, following the course of this world…carrying out the desires of the body and the mind, and were by nature children of wrath, like the rest of mankind.” – Ephesians 2:1-3 Scripture reading: Romans 1:18-25 An accurate portrait of someone will include the “warts and all.” […]| Reformed Perspective
“Sometimes I hear You whispering in my heart, ‘I take great delight in you.’ It’s hard for me to receive this blessing, but I know it’s based on the unconditional Love You have for all Your children. Please help me to relax in the Light of Your Presence— taking time to soak in Your luminous […]| Jesus Calling
--- “You disclose Yourself to me in a variety of ways—words of Scripture just when I need them, helpful words spoken through other people, ‘coincidences’ orchestrated … The post 4 Ways Nature Can Help You Connect with God appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Help me to stay mindful of You as I go step by step through this day. Your Presence with me is a precious promise— and a comforting protection.” – Jesus Listens, October 29th “Fear not, for I am with you.” —Isaiah 41:10 When my husband George felt a strong call to move our family to […]| Jesus Calling
“And Sarah said, “God has made me laugh, and all who hear will laugh with me.”” – Genesis 21:6 Scripture reading: Genesis 21:1-7 When was the last time you really, really laughed? As Christians, we have every reason to laugh with deep seated joy because of what God has done for us in Jesus Christ. […]| Reformed Perspective
“So Lot went out and spoke to his sons-in-law, who had married his daughters, and said, “Get up, get out of this place; for the Lord will destroy this city!” But to his sons-in-law he seemed to be joking.” – Genesis 19:14 Scripture reading: Genesis 19:12-38 Lot made it out of Sodom alive—but barely. He […]| Reformed Perspective
“Far be it from You to do such a thing as this, to slay the righteous with the wicked, so that the righteous should be as the wicked; far be it from You! Shall not the Judge of all the earth do right?” – Genesis 18:25 Scripture reading: Genesis 18:16-33 What becomes very clear from […]| Reformed Perspective
“Then the men turned away from there and went toward Sodom, but Abraham still stood before the LORD.” – Genesis 18:22 Scripture reading: Genesis 18:16-33 In our passage today, we see that God is moving toward Sodom. We already know Abraham’s nephew Lot lives there with his family, and that Sodom is “an exceedingly wicked […]| Reformed Perspective
“For I have known him, in order that he may command his children and his household after him, that they keep the way of the Lord, to do righteousness and justice, that the Lord may bring to Abraham what He has spoken to him.” – Genesis 18:19 Scripture reading: Genesis 18:16-33 Do you ever wonder […]| Reformed Perspective
“Is anything too hard for the Lord? At the appointed time I will return to you, according to the time of life, and Sarah shall have a son.” – Genesis 18:14 Scripture reading: Genesis 18:1-15 One of the main purposes of God’s visit with Abraham and Sarah was to remind and assure them that the […]| Reformed Perspective
“My Lord, if I have now found favor in Your sight, do not pass on by Your servant.” – Genesis 18:3 Scripture reading: Genesis 18:1-15 Our passage today records a very special meeting with very special guests. God shows up. Along with two angelic visitors, He comes to meet with Abraham, His friend. Without knowing […]| Reformed Perspective
“If anyone sees his brother sinning a sin which does not lead to death, he will ask, and He will give him life…” – 1 John 5:16 Scripture reading: 1 John 5:16-17; James 5:13-18 While there are a number of difficult issues to deal with in a passage like this, we will be focusing on […]| Reformed Perspective
“I realize that You guide each of Your children individually. That’s why listening to You— through Scripture and prayer— is essential for me to find the way forward. Please prepare me for the day that awaits me and point me in the right direction.” – Jesus Listens, October 22nd For the past twenty years, I’ve […]| Jesus Calling
“When I’m feeling weighed down by things I regret, it’s as if I’m dragging my failures around like heavy chains clamped to my ankles. At such times, I find it beneficial to picture You coming to my rescue and cutting off those chains. You came to set Your followers free, and I want to walk […]| Jesus Calling
“Quietness and trust enhance your awareness of My Presence with you. Do not despise these simple ways of serving Me. Although you feel cut off from the activity of the world, your quiet trust makes a powerful statement in spiritual realms. My Strength and Power show themselves most effective in weakness.” – Jesus Calling, February […]| Jesus Calling
“I know there is a time for planning, but it’s definitely not all the time—or even most of it. I really want to live in the present, where Your beautiful Presence awaits me continually.” – Jesus Listens, September 27th We have such a hard time living in the moment. We’re so quick to move on […]| Jesus Calling
--- “I come to You, feeling weak and weary, seeking to rest in Your refreshing Presence. I know that You are always by my side, but … The post When You Feel Forgotten in Motherhood appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“I’ve discovered that the best way to make friends with my troubles is to thank You for them. This counterintuitive act opens my mind to … The post Being Thankful for the Hard & Holy appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Having a seeking heart opens me up to receive more of You. The Bible gives me clear instructions: Keep on asking and it will be … The post Trust Him with Open and Closed Doors appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Only in You can I find lasting Joy. There are many sources of happiness in this world, and sometimes they spill over into Joy— especially … The post When Love Spills Over appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Whenever I’m feeling inadequate or overwhelmed, I love being able to lean on You, Lord. You remind me that I am more than adequate when … The post The Art of Unplugging appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
“Today, the only things that seem endless are my problems and my pain. Yet I know You are here—tenderly present—ready to help me get safely … The post Wholehearted Love Amid Unbearable Pain appeared first on Jesus Calling.| Jesus Calling
