A tender Advent reflection on John 3:16 and the costly love of God shown through Jesus Christ. In a season of uncertainty and fear, this devotion points us to a love that came near, holds us together, and offers eternal hope.

Discover why the wise men rejoiced with “exceeding great joy” and how their journey can help us experience true Christmas joy today. This Advent Joy Devotion explores Matthew 2:10 and the joy that grows as we seek Christ.

What does the peace of Christ really mean? This Advent devotion reflects on Ephesians 2:14 and the truth that true peace isn’t a feeling or the absence of problems, but the presence of Jesus Himself.

“I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.” Psalm 130:5 When Waiting Feels Hard Waiting isn’t always easy! Right now I’m waiting for the last of the three grandchildren due this fall to be born, and I’m on pins and needles every time my phone dings. Is this it ? Is my daughter finally in labor after having gone past her due date? Although I know this child will be born any day now, I am filled with both anticipation and anxiety. My heart thrill

“I am weak and poor, O Lord, but you have not forgotten me. You are my savior and my God–hurry to my aid!” Psalm 40:17 (GNT) If life feels like it is one trial after the next, I am right there with you! Some days it feels like i live in constant need, powerless to stop the soul-crushing, faith-testing struggles that storm my heart and mind. So, what’s a girl to do when life is overwhelming and her efforts to change it underwhelming? Read Psalm 40:17, of course! As always, Da

"But forget all that– it is nothing compared to what I am going to do. For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland." Isaiah 43:18-19 (NLT) Regardless of whether we had a healthy or harrowing childhood, there is something that occurred in our early years that is still affecting our life today. It’s called the rule of primacy. It’s a concept from educati

Then Jesus said to his disciples, “If any of you wants to be my follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross, and follow me.” Matthew 16:24 (NLT) I hate running! As a matter of fact, there is nothing I abhor more than running (except carrots!). So, it stands to reason that as a kid I hated the game Duck, Duck, Goose. Let’s just agree right here and now that I don’t chase you, you don’t chase me and we both live happily ever after. Or do we? The truth is, becaus

Lord, why do you stand so far away? Why do you hide in times of trouble? Psalm 10:1 (CSB) Panic quickly set in as I searched for my...

“For we are not fighting against people made of flesh and blood, but against persons without bodies – the evil rulers of the unseen...

Listen to me, all Judah, citizens of Jerusalem, and King Jehoshaphat. The Eternal has responded to your pleading: “Do not fear or worry...

Who doesn’t like a good story!? I sure do! And I’m really hoping you do too because today I have a good one for you. It’s based on one I...

He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever....

Therefore, He is able to save completely those who come to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them. Hebrews 7:25...

Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and...

Therefore, brothers and sisters, in view of the mercies of God, I urge you to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and...

As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the...

Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! You are like whitewashed tombs, which appear beautiful on the outside, but inside are full...

I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest upon me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Their words cut through...

This is what the Sovereign Lord says to these bones: I will make breath enter you, and you will come to life. Ezekiel 37:5 ( NIV)...

You will tread on the lion and the cobra; you will trample the great lion and the serpent. Psalm 91:13 If you were to encounter a...