Podcasts about dr. michael youssef

Every runner knows that unnecessary weight makes a long race harder. The same is true in the Christian life. Hebrews 12 calls believers to “throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles” so we can run with perseverance the race God has marked out for us. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef identifies some of the spiritual weights that can slow us down: anxiety, worry, bitterness, greed, unconfessed sin, and doubts about God's power. Left unchecked, these burdens can exhaust us and eventually bring our spiritual progress to a halt. Another dangerous distraction is comparison. When we become preoccupied with ourselves or constantly look at how others are running, we take our eyes off the path before us. Scripture gives us a better focus: Jesus Christ, the pioneer and perfecter of our faith. Jesus endured opposition, rejection, betrayal, suffering, and the cross because of the joy set before Him. He finished His race faithfully, and He now calls us to follow His example with our eyes fixed on eternity. If you feel spiritually tired, discouraged, or tempted to quit, look again to Jesus. He is your source of faith, your example of endurance, and your strength for every step. Keep running. Keep persevering. The eternal prize is worth the race. Prayer: Father, help me to throw off anything that is hindering me in my marathon of faith. Help me to stay focused on You and to follow Your example. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “You have persevered and have endured hardships for my name, and have not grown weary” (Revelation 2:3). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, We Can Be like Them: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Abraham understood that God had a greater plan for his life, so he learned to shift his focus from the world he could see to the world that was still to come. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to Hebrews 11 and the faith of Abraham and the other Old Testament saints. They lived as foreigners and strangers on earth, trusting promises they could only see from a distance because they were “longing for a better country—a heavenly one.” For believers in Jesus Christ, that same eternal perspective changes everything. Through salvation, we have been adopted into God's family, and our ultimate citizenship is no longer rooted in this passing world. The suffering and disappointments of this life cannot compare with the glory God has prepared for His children. Abraham's journey also reminds us that great faith does not mean a failure-free life. He experienced setbacks, detours, and discouragements, but he refused to make those places his permanent home. He kept trusting, growing, and pressing forward because his eyes remained fixed on God's promises and faithfulness. God has prepared an enduring city for everyone who belongs to Christ. Until the day we enter it fully, we can experience a taste of heaven on earth as we worship Jesus, walk by faith, and live each day with eternity in view. Prayer: Lord, thank You for Your gift of salvation. Teach me all I need to know about You and allow me to serve You today. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “But our citizenship is in heaven. And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ, . . .” (Philippians 3:20). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Witness of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Noah faced an assignment that must have seemed impossible: build an enormous ark on dry land, despite having no known experience as a shipbuilder or mariner. Yet year after year, Noah continued working because he trusted the God who had called him. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that God chose Noah not because of his expertise, but because of his faithfulness. Genesis describes Noah as a righteous man who “walked faithfully with God.” God was more interested in an obedient heart than an impressive résumé. And God did not leave Noah without direction. He gave him specific instructions for building the ark, providing what Noah needed to fulfill the assignment. The same principle applies to believers today: when God genuinely calls us to His work, He is able to equip and empower us for what He asks us to do. Perhaps God is calling you toward something that feels far beyond your abilities. You may feel inexperienced, underqualified, or unsupported. Noah's story reminds us that our limitations do not limit God. If the Lord has directed your steps, trust His plan. Walk faithfully, obey what He has revealed, and depend on Him to provide everything necessary to complete the work for His glory. Prayer: God, I don't feel qualified for the work to which You have called me, but I am trusting that You will provide everything I need. Help me to have the heart of a willing servant. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart” (1 Samuel 16:7). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Work of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Sometimes God calls us to surrender something precious. Other times He asks us to step beyond what feels comfortable to share the Gospel, serve His Kingdom, or obey a command we do not fully understand. Whatever the assignment, genuine faith eventually comes to the same conclusion: God must be obeyed. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to the story of Noah in Genesis 6 and 7. God gave Noah an extraordinary command—to build an ark in preparation for a flood that had not yet come. The task was enormous and perplexing, yet Scripture records Noah's remarkable response: “Noah did all that the LORD commanded him.” Noah did more than build. He trusted God's Word, persevered in obedience, and proclaimed righteousness to those around him. His life became both an act of faith and a warning to others. In the same way, believers today are called to build their lives on Christ while inviting others to receive the salvation He offers. Noah was not perfect, but his faith produced action. That is the mark of authentic trust in God. Anyone can claim to believe, but living faith obeys—even when the road is difficult, the assignment feels overwhelming, or the outcome remains unseen. Where is God calling you to step out in faith today? Trust His Word, obey His voice, and leave the results in His hands. Prayer: God, help me to have the kind of faith that Noah had—faith that leads to obedience no matter how overwhelming the task. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “By faith Noah, when warned about things not yet seen, in holy fear built an ark to save his family. By his faith he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness that is in keeping with faith” (Hebrews 11:7). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Work of Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Courageous faith can lead to extraordinary victories—but sometimes it also leads straight into danger, suffering, and persecution. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to Hebrews 11:30–40, where Scripture remembers men and women who trusted God even when obedience cost them dearly. Some conquered kingdoms and defeated enemies. Others endured imprisonment, rejection, torture, and death. Yet both groups were commended for the same thing: faith. From Rahab and Gideon to Barak, Samson, Jephthah, David, Samuel, and the prophets, these Biblical heroes demonstrate that God works powerfully through people who trust Him. They were not flawless. They failed, sinned, and needed repentance just as we do. But when they turned to Almighty God in faith, He received them and used them for His glory. Their courage was rooted not in their own strength but in confidence that God would remain faithful to His Word. They trusted that He would ultimately deal with sin, provide righteousness, and fulfill His promises. Looking forward to Christ by faith freed them to obey God even when the cost was great. Whatever hardship, opposition, or uncertainty you face today, remember: courageous faith is not confidence that nothing painful will happen. It is confidence that God will be faithful through it all. The question is whether we are ready to trust Him enough to say, “Here I am, send me.” Prayer: Father, help me to have courageous faith. During times of persecution, danger, or hardship, help me to stay committed to You because I know that You have the ultimate victory. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Some faced jeers and flogging, and even chains and imprisonment. . . . the world was not worthy of them” (Hebrews 11:36, 38). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Warring Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

What gives a Christian courage when circumstances are frightening, costly, or painful? It begins with how we see God. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that courageous faith rests on the character of God. He is sovereign, holy, loving, faithful, all-knowing, all-powerful, and always present. Because God cannot be wrong or defeated, those who fully trust Him can face an uncertain world with confidence and peace. Our view of God determines whether we walk by faith or by sight. Jesus promised that believers would experience trouble in this world, yet Scripture is filled with men and women who endured persecution, suffering, rejection, and even death because they believed God's eternal promises were worth more than temporary comfort. Hebrews 11 remembers saints who refused to abandon their faith even when obedience carried an enormous cost. They did not receive everything God had promised during their earthly lives, yet they persevered because they were looking toward something better—an eternal inheritance secured by God Himself. Following Jesus will cost us something. But courageous faith knows that knowing Christ is infinitely more valuable than anything we could lose. Trust the God who never fails, and follow Him with confidence, whatever the cost. Prayer: Lord, forgive me for the times when I have put my desires before Your will and purpose for me. Help me to follow wherever You lead, no matter the cost. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “[Moses] regarded disgrace for the sake of Christ as of greater value than the treasures of Egypt, because he was looking ahead to his reward” (Hebrews 11:26).  Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon They Were Just like Us, The Warring Faith: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Have you ever skimmed instructions simply to confirm what you already believed? We can do the same thing with Scripture—approaching the Bible with predetermined ideas and searching only for verses that support them. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef warns against reading our own assumptions into God's Word. When we force a favorite theme, opinion, or belief onto every passage, we risk missing what God is actually saying. Pride in our knowledge can blind us to fresh truths about His character, His love, and our continuing need for Him. Faithful Bible study begins by asking what the text actually says. That means considering its original setting, reading passages in context, using sound study tools, and resisting the temptation to make Scripture say what we want it to say. Dr. Youssef also reminds us that meaningful Bible study cannot be rushed. The treasures of God's Truth reward those who seek Him diligently. Growth requires time, attention, humility, and a willingness to listen. Come to Scripture not merely looking for confirmation, but for transformation. Slow down, seek the Lord earnestly, and ask the Holy Spirit to guide you into the Truth God wants you to see. Prayer: Holy Spirit, open my eyes so that I may see wonderful Truth from Your Word. Illuminate my mind so that I can learn what You want me to learn. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character . . . for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true” (Acts 17:11). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Many of us have a habit of skipping the instructions and trying to figure things out on our own. But when it comes to Scripture, that approach can lead to serious misunderstanding. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains why learning to read the Bible properly is essential for Christian growth. Dr. Youssef identifies several common pitfalls, including proof-texting, ignoring context, confusing literal and figurative language, overlooking historical and cultural background, and trying to understand Scripture apart from the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Jesus' words in Matthew 5:29 provide an important example. When He speaks of gouging out an eye that causes someone to stumble, He is using vivid hyperbole to communicate the seriousness of removing anything that interferes with wholehearted devotion to God. Understanding genre, context, and intent helps us hear Scripture as it was meant to be heard. Bible study must also lead to application. It is not enough simply to accumulate information—we must allow God's Word to confront, instruct, and change us. Dr. Youssef encourages believers to study carefully, compare reliable translations, pray for the Holy Spirit's illumination, and resist the temptation to force our own ideas into the text. Approach the Bible prayerfully, carefully, and humbly. As your understanding grows, so will your ability to recognize, obey, and live in the Truth that sets you free. Prayer: God, help me to read Your Word with diligence and integrity. May I see more of who You are as I study, and may I be uplifted by Your wonder and beauty. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you” (Psalm 32:8). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Hebrews 4:12 describes the Word of God as alive and active, sharper than any double-edged sword. Scripture is far more than ink on a page—it carries God's authority, power, will, and Truth, producing fruit and transforming the lives of those who receive it. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef compares the penetrating power of Scripture to a surgeon's scalpel. In unskilled hands, a blade can wound. But in the hands of a gifted surgeon, that same blade becomes an instrument of healing. When we approach the Bible with humble, open hearts, we place ourselves in the hands of the Master Surgeon. God's Word reaches into the deepest recesses of our souls, exposing hidden attitudes, motives, and sins that need to be confronted. Nothing remains concealed from the One who knows us completely. But God does not expose our sin simply to leave us wounded. Like the Great Physician, He removes what is destructive and restores what is broken. Even when the Truth cuts deeply, His purpose is our good—bringing repentance, freedom, and greater Christlikeness. Come to Scripture ready for God to work. Trust the Surgeon who knows precisely where healing is needed, and allow His living Word to transform you from the inside out. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

If the Bible were truly just another book, why would so many people resist what it has to say? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains why Scripture provokes such a strong response: God's Word is living Truth, sent with divine authority to accomplish His will. Isaiah declares that God's Word will not return empty. It carries His power, authority, and purpose—and that is precisely why the enemy works so hard to keep believers from reading, trusting, and obeying it. Satan's strategy has not changed since the Garden of Eden. His deception begins with doubt: Did God really say? He tempts us to place our own opinions, desires, and judgment above the final authority of Scripture. Yet Proverbs warns that a way can appear right to us while ultimately leading to destruction. Dr. Youssef reminds Christians that the Bible is not junk mail to be ignored. It is God's gracious message to His people. If we love the Lord, we should hunger to hear His voice through His Word—opening Scripture with excitement, humility, and anticipation. Don't leave God's letter unopened. Read it. Believe it. Obey it. And allow the Truth of His Word to change your life. Prayer: Lord, help me fight Satan by reading and by resting and rejoicing in Your Truth. May I be a light in this culture as I immerse myself in Scripture. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “ . . . so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it” (Isaiah 55:11). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

A mirror can show you what is wrong, but imagine having no way to wash or clean what you see. That is how many people approach the Bible: They recognize their sin and failure, feel powerless to change, and eventually close the Book in discouragement. But Scripture is more than a mirror. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points to the Bible's cleansing power. Ephesians describes Christ sanctifying His church through “the washing with water through the word,” while Peter reminds believers that obedience to the Truth purifies the soul. We cannot transform ourselves through willpower. But when we receive God's Word, believe it, and obey it, the Holy Spirit works through that Truth to change our hearts. Resentment can give way to love. Sinful attitudes can be replaced with Christlike ones. The grime of sin does not have to remain. So when Scripture reveals something in your life that needs to change, do not turn away in defeat. Let the water of God's Word wash over you. Submit to its Truth, obey what God reveals, and trust the Holy Spirit to continue His cleansing, transforming work in your soul. Prayer: God, thank You for the good news that I can change—that I won't always struggle with sin. I know You have defeated sin at the cross and have empowered me to obey You. What grace and mercy that You are bringing me from one point of glory to the next. Thank you! I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Now that you have purified yourselves by obeying the truth so that you have sincere love for each other, love one another deeply, from the heart” (1 Peter 1:22). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Every morning, we look into a mirror and make adjustments to our appearance. But when was the last time you looked into the spiritual mirror of God's Word? In this episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explores James' powerful picture of Scripture as a mirror—one that reveals our true spiritual condition. When we read the Bible honestly, it exposes hypocrisy, compromise, complacency, and the areas where repentance and change are needed. That process may be uncomfortable, but God does not reveal our shortcomings simply to condemn us. His Word is “alive and active,” penetrating to the deepest places of the heart and exposing our thoughts and attitudes so He can lovingly reshape us into the image of Jesus Christ (Hebrews 4:12). Dr. Youssef challenges believers not to sit in judgment over Scripture by dismissing difficult teachings as irrelevant or outdated. Instead, we must allow God's Truth to judge and realign our hearts. When we humbly look into the mirror of His Word—and respond to what we see—the Holy Spirit produces genuine spiritual transformation. Open your Bible today with a willing heart. Let your heavenly Father show you what needs to change, and trust Him to make you increasingly like His Son. Prayer: Jesus, I do long to be more like You, full of love, compassion, and kindness. May Your Word continue to transform me as Your Spirit renews my mind each day. Help me submit to Your will displayed in Scripture. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and, after looking at himself, goes away and immediately forgets what he looks like” (James 1:23-24). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Before beginning His public ministry, Jesus entered the wilderness for forty days and nights to face Satan's temptation. Hungry and physically weakened, Jesus was tempted to turn stones into bread—but He responded with the Word of God: “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that Scripture is not optional nourishment for the believer—it is the only food that can truly sustain the soul. Just as our bodies need daily, nutritious food, our spirits need the living Word of God for strength, encouragement, discernment, and endurance. Dr. Youssef warns that much of the Church is suffering from spiritual malnourishment. We work hard to feed our bodies, educate our children, maintain our health, and build our lives—yet too often we try to survive spiritually on crumbs of Scripture. But if Jesus Himself relied on Scripture in the face of temptation, how much more do we need the Word daily? The Bible is our spiritual bread and our power for living. This devotional calls believers to return to the Word of God—not occasionally, not casually, but daily—with gratitude, hunger, and obedience. Prayer: Father, forgive me for neglecting Your Word. I know it is to my detriment because Your Word is life. Give me a deeper understanding of Your Word by Your Spirit, that I might grow in faith to the glory of Your name. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Jesus answered, ‘It is written: “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God”'” (Matthew 4:4). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

There was a time when many people in the Western world—believers and non-believers alike—knew the Bible's stories, teachings, and moral foundations. But today, Biblical knowledge is fading as postmodern thinking declares truth to be personal, shifting, and based on feeling. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that God's Word does not bend to culture, opinion, emotion, or circumstance. Throughout history, people have loved the Bible, hated it, believed it, rejected it, tried to change it, and attempted to destroy it. Dictators and rulers have sought to silence it, yet the Word of God still stands. The tragedy is that many believers now neglect this incomparable treasure, missing the joy, power, wisdom, and strength that come from reading and obeying Scripture. Dr. Youssef encourages Christians to become like the men of Issachar, who understood the times and knew what God's people should do. In a world saturated with postmodern ideas, a few hours of church each week will not be enough to neutralize the pressure of the culture. Believers must immerse themselves daily in the Word of God. When you open your Bible, you are choosing God's Truth over the world's confusion. As Scripture renews your mind and strengthens your heart, you will become less at home in this world—and better equipped to recognize and withstand the attacks of Satan. God's Word is your greatest weapon in the fight, and it always prevails. Prayer: Lord, help me cherish Your Word and feast on it so I remain healthy, strong, and faithful. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “. . . from Issachar, men who understood the times and knew what Israel should do—200 chiefs, with all their relatives under their command; . . .” (1 Chronicles 12:32). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Defending a Lion: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Many people today are racing after careers, success, possessions, status, or even the achievements of their children. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that Christians are running a far greater race—one that is not about personal glory, but about God's glory and the advance of the Gospel. The apostle Paul understood this race well. He was willing to go any distance, endure any hardship, and sacrifice personal comfort in order to win people to Christ. Paul knew that in the end, what matters most is what we have done for the Lord. Unlike worldly races, the Christian race is not a competition against other believers. We run against obstacles, temptations, spiritual opposition, and the enemy of our souls. God does not desire only one of His children to win—He wants every believer to run faithfully and receive the imperishable crown. Dr. Youssef explains that running well requires self-control and spiritual discipline. Like an athlete who trains his body through sacrifice, believers must discipline their desires, choices, habits, and priorities. If you feel weary, defeated, or disqualified, do not believe the enemy's lie. You can get back into the race. God wants you to be victorious in His Son. Prayer: Jesus, give me the strength, will, and focus to run after You. I know You are the one who sustains me. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize” (1 Corinthians 9:24). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Stewardship Is Gospel Justice: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Today, many people talk about social justice, but not every vision of justice reflects the way of Jesus. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef points believers back to the Biblical foundation of true justice: God owns everything, and His people are called to manage what He has entrusted to them for His glory. Our bodies, money, possessions, time, and gifts do not ultimately belong to us. We are stewards—managers serving God and His Kingdom. When we resist giving to Gospel ministry, it may reveal that we have not yet experienced the joy of stewardship or that we still believe our possessions are truly ours. Dr. Youssef reminds us that citizens of God's Kingdom are called to die to self and live for Christ. True generosity does not come from guilt, pressure, or compulsion. It flows from understanding the incredible inheritance we have in Christ and trusting that our reward is in heaven. Paul modeled this surrendered life when he said, “I have made myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible.” He gave God command over his body, time, money, words, gifts, and life for the sake of the Gospel. When God takes hold of everything we have, we stop clinging to our “fair share” and begin living out His loving purposes for the blessing of others and the glory of Christ. Prayer: Lord, help me to be a good steward, completely focused on Your Kingdom mission so that many might come to You and grow in faith as You grow mine. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Though I am free and belong to no one, I have made myself a slave to everyone, to win as many as possible” (1 Corinthians 9:19). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Stewardship Is Gospel Justice: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In Christ, believers are free—but Christian freedom must never become a stumbling block to others. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef continues in 1 Corinthians 8, where Paul addresses the issue of eating meat that had been offered to idols. The mature believers in Corinth knew they were free to eat the meat with a clean conscience. But some younger or weaker believers, remembering their former life in idolatry, could not eat it without spiritual distress. Paul's instruction was clear: love must override rights. Even when something is not morally or spiritually wrong in itself, it becomes wrong when exercised carelessly in a way that wounds another believer's conscience. Dr. Youssef gives three reasons believers must exercise restraint. First, knowledge is not enough—sound doctrine must be joined with mature love. Second, not every Christian has the same understanding or level of maturity, so right belief must lead to right relationships. Third, wounding another believer's conscience through carelessness is sin, and mature Christians are called to sacrificial love. In Christ, we are free—not free to sin, but free to love. When God takes charge of our freedom, we learn to humble ourselves, serve the body of Christ, and trust Him to satisfy us completely, even when love requires sacrifice. Prayer: Father, thank You for setting me free from my sin and selfishness. May I lay aside my own preferences to lift others up according to Your will. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Be careful, however, that the exercise of your rights does not become a stumbling block to the weak” (1 Corinthians 8:9). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Knowledge Must Bow to Love: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

First Corinthians 8 addresses a question that was not explicitly forbidden in Scripture: whether believers should eat meat that had been sacrificed to idols. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains how Paul guided the Corinthian church through an issue that required wisdom, conscience, and sensitivity to others. In first-century Corinth, much of the available meat had previously been offered to idols. Some mature believers understood that idols were nothing and ate with a clear conscience. Others, especially those recently converted from pagan worship, could not eat without violating their conscience. Neither group was necessarily sinning—but both needed to walk in love. Dr. Youssef reminds us that while the cultural issues may differ today, the principle remains the same. Believers must avoid both legalism and license. Legalism measures spirituality by man-made rules, while license twists Christian liberty into permission to sin. But Biblical freedom is never freedom to sin—it is freedom to serve Christ and love others. Gray areas should not divide the body of Christ. Those who enjoy freedom in Christ must not flaunt that freedom before weaker believers, and those with more sensitive consciences must not treat secondary issues as matters of salvation. God has given His people a Spirit-filled life—not a rule-bound life—so we can walk in humility, wisdom, and love. Prayer: Lord, I rejoice in the freedom I have in You. Help me pursue righteousness toward my brothers and sisters in Christ through humility and love. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Now about food sacrificed to idols: We know that ‘We all possess knowledge.' But knowledge puffs up while love builds up” (1 Corinthians 8:1). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Knowledge Must Bow to Love: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

The early Christians lived under intense pressure and persecution, yet Paul urged them to live with urgency, clarity, and devotion to the Lord. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reflects on Paul's words to the Corinthians: “The time is short.” Paul wanted believers then—and believers now—to live with singleness of heart and action. When we surrender our personal agendas and allow God's purposes to rule in our lives, He works mightily in us for His name, His Kingdom, and our good. Dr. Youssef reminds us that this world in its present form is passing away. That means we must not allow sorrow to consume us, happiness to become our ultimate pursuit, worry to control us, possessions to possess us, or physical needs to dominate our focus. Wherever God has placed us, we are called to love Him, serve Him, and seek His Kingdom first. What would it look like for God to take hold of your time? What would it mean to live completely focused on Christ? The time is short—so let's make the most of it for the glory of God. Prayer: Jesus, forgive me for living a routine that neglects You and Your mission. May I see that the time is short; help me use the days You have given me to proclaim Your goodness and Your Kingdom in word and deed. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “What I mean, brothers and sisters, is that the time is short. From now on those who have wives should live as if they do not; . . .” (1 Corinthians 7:29). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Called to Contentment in Christ: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Society is on an endless search for happiness, training us to believe that the next product, relationship, lifestyle, or change in circumstances will finally satisfy us. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains why every earthly substitute eventually disappoints: we were created to find our joy and satisfaction in God alone. This truth applies not only to material things, but also to marriage and singleness. Singles should not believe a spouse will complete them, and married believers should not assume escape from difficulty will bring the happiness they long for. Paul understood the blessing of singleness as a life of undivided service to the Lord, while also affirming marriage as a gift of God for sanctification, companionship, and Christlike love. Dr. Youssef reminds us that contentment comes when God takes hold of our marriage, our singleness, and every season of life. The secret to peace is not getting our preferred circumstance—it is listening to God, obeying Him, and trusting that His will is good. When you face decisions, questions, challenges, or deep desires, begin by going to God's Word. Seek the wisdom of the Holy Spirit first, and allow godly counsel to confirm what He is teaching you. Whether married or single, contentment is found in discerning and following God's will for your life. Prayer: Lord, take hold of my life. I trust You with my situation, remembering You have ordained it and will bring good from it. I will put my hope in You and follow Your way. Lead me, Father. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Nevertheless, each person should live as a believer in whatever situation the Lord has assigned to them, just as God has called them. This is the rule I lay down in all the churches” (1 Corinthians 7:17). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Called to Contentment in Christ: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Fire in the fireplace is warm, beautiful, and life-giving—but fire in the wrong place becomes destructive. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef uses this picture to explain God's design for sexual intimacy: a good and holy gift to be enjoyed within the covenant of marriage. Paul reminds believers in 1 Corinthians that our bodies are not our own. We have been bought with the blood of Jesus Christ, set apart for God, and called to honor Him with our whole being. This means what we do with our bodies matters deeply to the Lord. Dr. Youssef turns to Paul's teaching in 1 Corinthians 7, where the apostle addressed a culture filled with sexual confusion, broken vows, distorted views of marriage, and false ideas about spirituality. Against that backdrop, Paul pointed back to God's wisdom from Genesis: man and woman were created to complement one another physically, emotionally, and spiritually in marriage. Within God's design, sexual intimacy is not shameful—it is a holy expression of covenant love, companionship, partnership, and selfless service between husband and wife. This devotional calls believers to reject the world's confusion, honor the Lord with their bodies, and receive God's good gifts according to His Word and His glory. Prayer: Lord, may I use my body in the way You have intended. Help me set it apart for Your will so that it might be a source of blessing. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “The husband should fulfill his marital duty to his wife, and likewise the wife to her husband” (1 Corinthians 7:3). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Honor God with Your Body: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

A young man once discovered a stack of old comic books worth millions of dollars while cleaning out what others dismissed as garbage. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef uses this surprising story to point believers to something infinitely more valuable: the body of every Christian as the temple of the Holy Spirit. Paul warned the Corinthian believers because they were treating their bodies as if they had little spiritual value. But Scripture declares that those who belong to Christ are not their own. The Holy Spirit Himself dwells within them, making their bodies sacred places where the presence of God resides. Dr. Youssef reminds us that our bodies were designed by God for more than biological function. They are meant to serve Him now and for all eternity. One day, believers will receive glorified, resurrected bodies—but even now, what we do with our bodies matters deeply to God. Because our bodies belong to the Lord, we are called to honor Him with our whole being. This devotional challenges every believer to reject sin, obey God's Word, and offer the body as an instrument of worship for the glory of Christ. Prayer: Father, help me to remember that my body is a temple for Your very presence. May my hands and feet bring You honor and praise as I live righteously by Your Spirit. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  “Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; . . .” (1 Corinthians 6:19). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Healthy Living in a Sick World, Honor God with Your Body: LISTEN NOW | WATCH NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

God's Word is filled with promises of His care, provision, and faithfulness. Yet when life suddenly turns for the worse, it can be easy to wonder, “Is this really part of God's plan for me?” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef encourages believers not to abandon faith when suffering, disappointment, or sorrow arrives. A difficult season does not necessarily mean you have done something wrong or that God is displeased with you. Instead, hardship can become an opportunity for the Lord to do something amazing in your life for His glory. God's ultimate purpose is not merely to make life easier, but to transform His children into the likeness of Christ. Dr. Youssef reminds us that faith opens the door for God to work in impossible ways. Unbelief can cause us to miss what God is doing, but trust in His character and promises allows us to experience His changing power—even in circumstances we would never have chosen. In seasons of suffering and sorrow, cling to Christ. Return to His Word. Remember that God works all things for the good of those who love Him, and rejoice that in Christ, all things—life, death, the present, and the future—belong to you because you belong to Him. Prayer: Lord, help me to remain steadfast in my faith in You today, rejoicing in Your goodness and sure promises. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see” (Hebrews 11:1). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series They Were Just like Us: LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

God promises that when we give of ourselves radically, He gives back generously. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that giving is not separate from worship—it is a vital expression of praise, obedience, and thanksgiving. David understood this deeply. Though God told him he would not be the one to build the temple, David did not withdraw or grow resentful. Instead, he gave extravagantly toward the future work of God, acknowledging that even his ability to give came from the Lord's hand. His praise was not merely spoken—it was confirmed through the substance of his life. Dr. Youssef explains that giving back to God reveals three powerful truths. First, it shows we believe everything we have belongs to Him. Second, it sows seed for future blessing—not for selfish gain, but so we may abound in generosity. And third, giving feeds praising, and praising feeds giving. A thankful heart becomes a generous heart, and generous living fuels deeper worship. When believers praise God with both their words and their resources, they testify to the glory and worth of Jesus Christ. May our praise-filled lives create a hunger for Him in others as we live generously for His Kingdom. Prayer: Father, help me to praise and trust You rightly so that I am generous with the resources that You have put into my hands. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand” (1 Chronicles 29:14). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Empowered by Praise, A Giving Heart: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

If you want a deep, abiding relationship with God, you must know Him as He has revealed Himself. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef invites believers to worship the Lord through His powerful names—names that reveal His presence, provision, healing, peace, righteousness, and victory. Dr. Youssef highlights nine names of God that strengthen faith and fuel praise: Yahweh, the ever-living God who is always there; Yahweh-Jireh, the Lord who provides; Yahweh-Rapha, the Lord our healer; Yahweh-Nissi, the Lord our banner and victory; Yahweh-Mekaddish, the Lord who sanctifies; Yahweh-Shalom, the Lord our peace; Yahweh-Rohi, the Lord our shepherd; Yahweh-Tsidkenu, the Lord our righteousness; and Yahweh-Shammah, the God who is present with His people. Each name points us to a different expression of God's grace and faithfulness. He sees ahead. He heals wounds. He leads His people in triumph. He sets us apart. He gives peace that surpasses understanding. He shepherds us with eternal care. He clothes us in the righteousness of Christ. And He delights when we draw near to Him in fellowship. The more we praise God by His names, the more we recognize His power and sovereignty at work in our lives. Begin praising Him daily for who He is, and your worship will become a doorway to deeper trust, greater joy, and transformed living. Prayer: Yahweh, You are my righteousness, my banner, my peace. I praise Your holy name. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “Let them praise the name of the Lord, for his name alone is exalted; his splendor is above the earth and the heavens” (Psalm 148:13). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Empowered by Praise, Deepening Relationship: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

At the beginning of His public ministry, Jesus entered the synagogue in Nazareth and read from Isaiah's prophecy, declaring that He had come to proclaim good news, bind up the brokenhearted, set captives free, and announce the Lord's favor. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reflects on Isaiah's promise that the Messiah would give His people “a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair.” This garment of praise is not something we are born wearing—it is a gift we must choose to put on. Praise does no good hanging in the closet of theory. It must be wrapped around the heart through gratitude, worship, and daily surrender to Christ. Dr. Youssef reminds us that true praise flows like a river from a heart that remembers God's goodness. Though God has given us countless reasons to praise Him, we must still participate. We must choose the praise-filled life, rejecting despair and fixing our eyes on Jesus. In Christ, sadness can be exchanged for gladness, despair for praise, sorrow for healing, and discouragement for hope. As we praise the name of Jesus, the cloud of discouragement begins to lift, and God supplies strength for the weary. Those who hope in Him will soar on wings like eagles, run and not grow weary, and walk and not faint. Prayer: Lord, thank You for providing me with the garment of praise through Christ Jesus. Help me to wear it daily. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “The Spirit of the Sovereign Lord is on me, because the Lord has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor” (Isaiah 61:1). Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon Empowered by Praise, Aligning with Heaven: WATCH NOW | LISTEN NOW The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

There is nothing wrong with bringing your needs and petitions before God. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that when prayer does not begin with worship and adoration, we miss the transforming power of time spent in God's presence. Dr. Youssef shares four blessings of the praise-filled life. First, praise reveals our true spiritual condition, because Jesus said the mouth speaks what the heart is full of. When we praise God for His salvation, we are declaring our trust in the Gospel and our confidence that we belong to Him. Second, praise reinforces our personal destiny. When we focus only on earthly troubles, we lose sight of our royal position as co-heirs with Christ. But when we bless the Lord daily for who He is and what He has done, our hearts are lifted from present problems to eternal glory. Third, praise reestablishes God's reign in our hearts. Psalm 22 tells us that God is enthroned on the praises of His people. When we praise His name, character, and attributes, we proclaim, “You are my sovereign authority. You are my King.” Finally, praise reinforces our relationship with the Lord. Worship turns our eyes away from self-centeredness and back to the greatness of God's grace. As we dwell on His strength, mercy, and unchanging love, we grow in humility, joy, and usefulness for His Kingdom. Pray with me. Lord God, thank You for the power of praise to draw me closer to You, my Savior and Lord. You alone are worthy of all my worship. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

God's love for His children is deeper than we can fully comprehend. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that God not only redeemed us for eternity, but He also walks with us through every season of life—comforting, protecting, delivering, and sustaining us. Before the foundation of the world, God knew His people by name. He orchestrated every detail of our lives, opened our eyes to His great salvation, and gave us the Holy Spirit to teach us, guide us, and remind us of Christ's words. Yet when trouble comes, many pray as though God must be persuaded to care, failing to remember the depth of His love already displayed at the cross. Dr. Youssef warns that too many believers live beneath their spiritual privileges. Instead of standing on God's promises, they surrender to fear, anxiety, and discouragement. But the child of God has access to the limitless resources of heaven. We are not powerless, and we are never alone. When trials come, the Holy Spirit strengthens us, the Word of God guides us, and the presence of Christ surrounds us. Our hope is not rooted in human ability or favorable circumstances, but in the unchanging character of our faithful Savior, who has already won the victory through His death and resurrection. As Christians, we can turn to God with confidence, knowing we are His beloved children, and pray:  Lord, we both know that I'm in trouble, but I know Your Word says, “Do not let your hearts be troubled” (John 14:1). I am confident that You have already blessed me with every spiritual blessing. You have given me all the strength I need to face these problems. I know that You are walking with me and that You promised never to leave me nor forsake me (Hebrews 13:5). I thank You for hearing my concerns and for providing a solution. Help me to discern Your will and to obey You faithfully. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.   The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Today's culture tells us that self-image, self-esteem, self-acceptance, and self-fulfillment are the keys to happiness. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that placing the self at the center is like drinking salt water—the more we consume, the thirstier we become. True contentment does not come from self-fulfillment. It comes from discovering the treasure house Jesus Christ opens to all who surrender their lives to Him. Paul declares that God has blessed believers “in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ.” In Jesus, we receive the only source of authentic worth, lasting contentment, deep joy, and true fulfillment. Dr. Youssef reminds us that many Christians live as though they are spiritually impoverished while possessing immeasurable riches in Christ. We search the world for significance, approval, and satisfaction, forgetting that God has already deposited every blessing necessary for victorious living into our spiritual account. In Christ, you are forgiven, adopted, redeemed, and eternally secure. No achievement, relationship, possession, or worldly pursuit can compare with the eternal riches found in Him. As you walk closely with Christ and fix your mind on heavenly treasures, you will discover the fullness of joy that cannot be shaken by changing circumstances. Pray with me.  Father God, thank You for blessing me with every spiritual blessing in Christ. When I find myself seeking self-fulfillment, help me to remember that I already have a treasure house full of blessings and that all I could ever need for fulfillment is found in You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Many voices today promise that faith will bring money, influence, success, and comfort right now. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that Jesus never promised a life of ease—and the Gospel does not guarantee worldly riches. Psalm 16 points us to a far greater inheritance. David likely wrote this psalm not from a palace, but while running for his life from King Saul. He had no earthly comfort, no secure home, and no access to the land of his youth. Yet through eyes of faith, David could say, “The boundary lines have fallen for me in pleasant places; surely I have a delightful inheritance.” David understood that true inheritance is not found in money, land, luxury, or temporary success. Those things can be lost—and all earthly promises end at death. But the inheritance God gives His people is spiritual, supernatural, eternal, and kept in heaven. Most of all, David knew that no inheritance would be worth having apart from the presence of God. Like Moses, who refused to move forward without the Lord's presence, David declared, “Apart from you I have no good thing” and “LORD, you alone are my portion and my cup.” The greatest gift believers will ever receive is God Himself—and in His presence, there is fullness of joy and eternal pleasure. Pray with me.  Father God, I delight in Your mercy and goodness—You are my greatest treasure. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

In the book of Revelation, Jesus gives John a vision of heaven meant to comfort and encourage every believer burdened by suffering. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef dispels shallow ideas about eternity and reminds us that heaven will not be boring, empty, or abstract. It will be filled with the presence of God, the joy of resurrection life, and the wonder of His eternal Kingdom. Jesus said, “I go to prepare a place for you.” Not a cloud. Not a vague spiritual state. A place. Heaven is real, and believers will live there in glorified resurrection bodies in the new heaven and new earth—the dwelling place of God with His people. Dr. Youssef explains that the promise of heaven is not meant to make us passive about this life. It motivates us to live with holiness, godliness, expectation, and joy. The more we focus only on this world, the more meaningless life becomes. But the more we set our hearts on the wonders of heaven, the more meaningful and beautiful this life becomes. Whatever burden you are carrying today—guilt, suffering, pain, worry, grief, or uncertainty—a clear vision of heaven will lift your heart. Where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. And for those who belong to Christ, our treasure is in heaven. Pray with me. Precious Lord, empower me to live in light of eternity—in light of the glory that is mine through Jesus Christ—so that my joy is complete whatever my circumstances. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Revelation tells us that God sees our tears—and one day, He will wipe them away forever. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that every trial, sorrow, and pain has a time limit because our eternal home is already secured in Christ. Revelation 21 and 22 unveil the breathtaking future awaiting God's people: a new heaven, a new earth, and the new Jerusalem descending like a bride beautifully dressed for her husband. In that place, there will be no separation, no sin, no death, no mourning, no crying, and no pain. No cancer. No broken homes. No broken hearts. No hospitals. No funeral homes. No grief of any kind. But the greatest glory of heaven is not merely what will be absent—it is who will be present. Believers will see the face of Jesus. His name will be written on our foreheads, His glory will be our light, and every longing of the heart will be satisfied in Him. This hope changes how we live today. The promise of heaven enables believers to rise above earthly trials, temptations, and suffering with confidence and peace. When life weighs heavy, fix your eyes on everlasting life in the presence of the Lord Jesus and the refreshment that flows from the river of life. This hope is found only in Christ. Pray with me.  Father God, I will follow You and praise You as I wait for Your return. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

An elderly woman once known for always saying something good about others was asked what good she could possibly say about the devil. After a pause, she replied, “He is always on the job.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that Satan never tires of tempting God's people. That is why Jesus taught His disciples to pray, “Deliver us from the evil one.” On the cross, Jesus did exactly that—shattering the power of sin and death. His resurrection stands as the evidence of His complete victory over Satan and every force of darkness. Dr. Youssef warns that one of Satan's greatest deceptions is convincing us that pride is not a serious problem. Pride was Satan's own downfall, and it was also at the root of David's great sin. David's adultery and murder began with a proud posture—believing he was above God's law, becoming lazy and self-serving, and leaving himself vulnerable to temptation. If pride has drawn you away from God, do not stay there. Stop, turn back to the Lord, and follow Christ closely. Let every desire begin and end with Him, trusting that the Savior who conquered sin and death has power to deliver you from the evil one. Pray with me.  Precious Lord, thank You for delivering me from evil on the cross. Thank You for shattering the power of sin and death. Please hold me close to You. Strengthen me and guide me away from laziness and self-service. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

If you are a genuine believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, Satan and his demons will tempt you. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds us that God has given His children power to resist temptation and walk in victory. The danger is that we often tempt ourselves. We put ourselves in situations where our sinful flesh rises up and begins to crave what is ungodly. When Jesus taught us to pray, “Lead us not into temptation,” He was teaching us to ask the Father for strength not only against Satan's attacks, but also against our own tendency to drift toward sin and presume upon God's grace. Dr. Youssef also explains what it means to tempt or test God. God cannot be tempted by evil, but we can presume on His mercy by repeatedly placing ourselves in danger and expecting Him to rescue us from the consequences. Samson's life is a sobering example. Again and again, he used God's strength to serve his own will—until God allowed him to face the results of his foolishness. Every blessing from God should make us more humble, not more careless. This devotional calls believers to stay on guard, resist spiritual pride, and surrender every hidden attitude, moral compromise, and selfish desire to the Lord—for His glory and our good. Join me in prayer.  Father God, lead me not into temptation. Help me never to use Your blessings for my own purposes but to enjoy them as I pour them out in service to You and others. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

When Jesus taught us to pray, “Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors,” He was not teaching that we earn forgiveness by forgiving others. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that salvation is by grace through faith—not by works—because Christ paid our eternal debt once and for all at the cross. Forgiving others is not a payment toward our forgiveness. It is evidence of spiritual life. Once we have received God's forgiveness in Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit dwells in our hearts, we are called to become people who extend grace to others. Dr. Youssef explains that forgiveness has two sides: transforming your attitude toward the person who hurt you and transforming your relationship with that person when possible. Both require courage, because resentment often gives us a scapegoat and a weapon to hold in reserve. But real forgiveness does not keep people locked in the prison of their past mistakes. It releases the grudge, refuses to weaponize the offense, and makes room for a genuine fresh start. In Christ, forgiveness becomes not bondage, but freedom. Pray with me.  Father God, help me transform my attitude toward those who have offended me and give me the courage to transform my relationship with them as well. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Many people face the fear of not knowing how they will provide for their next meal, pay their bills, or recover from a sudden setback. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef encourages believers to turn immediately to God when hardship comes, asking Him to renew their hearts with hope and strength. Jesus taught His disciples to pray, “Give us each day our daily bread.” This is more than a request for food—it is a call to daily dependence on the heavenly Father. Just as God provided manna for Israel in the wilderness, He continues to provide for His children according to His wisdom, timing, and love. Dr. Youssef reminds us that God has not promised to give us next year's provision all at once. Instead, He teaches us to trust Him one day at a time. Tomorrow's needs can easily create anxiety, but today's mercies reveal the faithfulness of God. The same Lord who sustained His people in the wilderness is able to sustain you in seasons of job loss, uncertainty, illness, waiting, or financial pressure. Through Jesus Christ, God has given us all we need for life. As we seek Him daily, surrender our fears, and release past hurts, we will see His hand at work. Let go, trust Him, and receive His daily bread. Pray with me.  Precious Lord, I pray for my daily bread today—physically and spiritually. As I wait, may I abide in You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Millions of people pray the Lord's Prayer every day without fully understanding the weight of the words: “Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that this prayer is a declaration of allegiance: “King Jesus, You rule supreme over my life.” The King and the Kingdom are inseparable. We cannot claim citizenship in God's Kingdom while refusing the reign of Christ over our hearts, priorities, decisions, and desires. To pray for God's Kingdom to come is to say, “King Jesus, take over.” Dr. Youssef warns that our prayers can easily become dominated by our own plans, needs, and agendas. God cares for His children and invites us to bring our needs to Him, but when those needs become the center of our lives, they can become idols. Soon, instead of praying for God's will to be done, we begin asking God to bless our own will. True surrender is not passive resignation—it is active faith in the goodness and sovereignty of God. As we lay every desire, ambition, and fear at Christ's feet, the Holy Spirit aligns our hearts with the Father's purposes and leads us in obedience. Only under the lordship of Jesus do we experience lasting peace, joy, and spiritual victory. Pray with me. Father God, forgive me for allowing my needs and wants to become the focus of my life. May Your priorities become my priority. Rule over my life so that I can sincerely pray, “Thy will be done.” I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

There are two kingdoms: the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of this world. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reflects on the Lord's Prayer and what it means to pray, “Your kingdom come.” When we receive Christ as Lord and Savior, we are adopted into God's Kingdom and made members of His royal family. We become joint heirs with Christ, beloved children of the Father, and citizens with access to the throne of God. But citizenship in this Kingdom also means submitting to the wise and loving reign of the King. Dr. Youssef reminds believers that praying “Your kingdom come” is not merely a future hope—it is a present surrender. It means saying, “Lord, reign in my life. Rule over my thoughts. Shape my desires. Show me Your will.” Because human nature is selfish, even our prayers can become centered on our plans, needs, and ambitions. But Kingdom prayer submits every desire to the will of God. Within every believer is a battle between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of this world. But in Christ, we have the victory. So press on with confidence: your Father hears you, His Kingdom is advancing, and He will answer according to His perfect will. Join me in prayer.  Precious Lord, I thank You for making a way for me to pass from the kingdom of this world into the Kingdom of God. Thank You for Your promise to make all things new. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Imagine being granted an audience with a king. As you enter the throne room, you would not begin by rushing through your list of requests—you would first acknowledge his majesty. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reflects on the opening words of the Lord's Prayer: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.” To hallow God's name means to set it apart as holy. God is sovereign, omniscient, righteous, just, merciful, faithful, compassionate, and true. He is the Creator of the universe and the King of kings. Yet through faith in Jesus Christ, this holy God becomes our heavenly Father, and we are invited to come before Him in prayer. Dr. Youssef reminds us that the more we know God's character, the deeper our fellowship with Him becomes. Beginning prayer with reverence reorients our hearts, shifting our focus from our needs and desires to the greatness, holiness, and goodness of God. Jesus did not give the Lord's Prayer as a lifeless ritual, but as a guide for fellowship with the Father. As children of God, we have free access to the throne room of the King—and there is no greater honor than calling Him “Our Father.” Join me in prayer.  Precious Lord, thank You for inviting me into Your presence. I praise You as King of kings and Lord of lords and also thank You for being my Father. There is no one like You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Jesus taught His followers to pray by calling God Father. For many, that truth feels overwhelming: How can sinful people approach the holy and righteous God with such intimacy? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that we can call God Father only because of the shed blood of Jesus Christ. Without the sacrificial death of Jesus, there is no forgiveness. But through His death and resurrection, believers are redeemed, restored to right fellowship with God, and adopted into His family. By the Holy Spirit, we no longer live as slaves to fear—we cry, “Abba, Father.” Dr. Youssef also reminds us that Biblical repentance is not self-improvement; it is receiving Christ's free gift of salvation. In Him, we are given new life, freedom from the past, power to change, and the right to come to God in prayer. When you cry out to God and wonder whether He hears, do not give up. Because of Christ's atoning blood, you can approach the throne of grace with confidence, receiving mercy and finding grace in your time of need. Pray with me.  Father God, thank You for having compassion on me and for the joy of intimate communion with You. In trials, help me not to become discouraged but to find hope and even joy in my standing before you as your adopted, beloved child. I pray I will use the new life You have given me to honor You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Dr. R. A. Torrey once wrote that prayer is the key that unlocks the storehouses of God's infinite grace and power. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef asks an honest question: If prayer is so powerful, why do we spend so little time doing it? Some believers struggle because they do not know how to pray or wonder whether God hears them. But Scripture assures us that the eyes of the Lord are on the righteous and His ears are attentive to their cry. Others misunderstand prayer, treating it like a formula or a method for getting God to fulfill personal desires. Yet Jesus taught His disciples a simple prayer that centers on humility, worship, dependence, forgiveness, and surrender to the Father's will. Dr. Youssef reminds us that God is not our bellhop or servant. Prayer is not about manipulating heaven with eloquent words. It is our greatest form of communication with our heavenly Father—a place where we bare our souls, receive His grace, and deepen our relationship with Him. Well-phrased sentences will not usher us into the throne room of God. But a humble heart, a worshipful spirit, and a sincere desire to seek the Savior open the door to deeper fellowship with Him. Pray with me.  Precious Lord, teach me how to pray. I desire intimacy with You. Fashion within me a heart like Yours. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

For the believer, patience is not personality-driven—it is faith-driven. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that true patience is built on the absolute confidence that God is sovereign over every detail of our lives. Jesus reminds us that not even a sparrow falls outside the Father's care, and that even the hairs of our heads are numbered. If God watches over the smallest details of creation, His children can trust that they are neither forgotten nor forsaken. Nothing escapes His loving, eternal care. Dr. Youssef points to James' examples of patience. Like a farmer who plants seed and waits for the harvest, we must trust God's timing without trying to force or inspect His work too soon. And like Job, we are called to endure fierce trials without denying the Lord, believing that God has a purpose even when the pain is deep. There will be seasons when life feels like a holding pattern. We long to move on, but God calls us to wait, trust, and learn patience. When impatience rises, look up to the Savior who loves you, is coming back for you, and has prepared a great reward for those who endure in faith. Pray with me. Father God, You are sovereign. As I wait on Your work in my life, I pray You would bring to mind opportunities and ways that I might serve You with honor. I desire to show my faithfulness in this time of waiting. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

George Müller, the nineteenth-century evangelist and prayer warrior, was once asked the secret of his victorious life. His answer was simple: “It was the day I died, utterly died.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains what it means for believers to die to self and live fully surrendered to Christ. Müller said he died to his opinions, preferences, tastes, will, the world's approval, the world's criticism, and even the praise or blame of friends. From that day forward, his aim was to be approved by God alone. Dr. Youssef reminds us that until we die to self, we will live in defeat; until we die to sin, we will live in bondage; until we die to pride, we will live enslaved. But the believer does not have to remain defeated. James declares, “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” This is not the picture of a helpless Christian being beaten down, but of a victorious soldier standing under the authority of the risen Christ. Your commanding General rose from the dead, ascended into heaven, and reigns at the Father's right hand with all powers in submission to Him. Joined with Christ, you can break free from bondage, sinful habits, and enslaving patterns—not by your own strength, but by the conquering power of Jesus. Pray with me. Precious Lord, thank You for the freedom that comes when I die to myself and live only for You. When Satan attacks me with lies, help me to dwell on Your Truth, that I might walk more fully in the victory You have given me in Christ. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

James gives believers a clear command and a sure promise: “Submit yourselves, then, to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that these two commands are inseparable—because successful resistance flows from successful submission. A life fully submitted to God is fortified with godliness. We cannot afford to be passive when Satan or our flesh tempts us away from obedience to Christ. Instead, we must fight the fight of faith by trusting the promises of God—His promise to give more grace, His promise to favor the humble, and His promise to forgive and cleanse all who confess their sins. Dr. Youssef reminds us that the Word of God is the sword of the Spirit. When Satan whispers accusations—“Your sins are too many,” “Your past is too dark,” “God will never forgive you”—we draw the sword and answer with Truth: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins.” The enemy is disarmed by the Word of God because he recognizes the presence of Jesus in you—the same Jesus who defeated him in the wilderness, condemned him at the cross, and will one day cast him into eternal ruin. In Christ, all God's promises are “Yes,” and by His power, you can submit, resist, and stand. Join me in prayer. Father God, thank You for Your Word that is my sword to fight against Satan, my flesh, and the darkness of the world. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.  The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

How do you conquer hidden fears? In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that the first step is to identify what is causing fear in your heart. Is your fear based on Truth, or is it rooted in an irrational belief, habit, or assumption? Fear can be a warning sign, but it can also mislead us. Many of the things we fear never happen, and for some people, worry becomes a pattern with no solid foundation. That is why believers must bring fear before the Lord and ask Him to reveal what is true. Dr. Youssef reminds us that the second step is prayer. There is no secret formula for effective prayer—simply talk to God about what frightens you. Tell Him when you feel afraid, hurt, frustrated, or angry. Ask Him to show you whether your fear is valid and to reveal His plan for overcoming it. James reminds us that we often do not have because we do not ask God. As hidden fears come to light, the Lord will strengthen your faith, expose what is false, and help you walk forward with courage. Like the apostles, we can ask Him to increase our faith—and trust that He will help us overcome fear. Let us pray.  Father God, I pray that You would shine Your light on my situation, revealing the Truth so that I will not be afraid. Help me to be able to identify what is causing my fear and to come to You when I am feeling afraid. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen.   The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

William F. Buckley once observed, “The most important intellectual enterprise is the distinction between right and wrong.” In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef reminds believers that compromise with the world's view of sin can quickly dull our sensitivity to God's Truth. Our emotions are unreliable guides. When we build decisions, relationships, or moral convictions on feelings alone, we become confused and miserable. This is especially true in close relationships, including marriage, where we must learn to live from the perspective of what is true, right, and pleasing to God. Dr. Youssef points to James 4, where Scripture exposes the root of fights and quarrels: desires battling within us, selfish motives, coveting, and prayer aimed at personal pleasure rather than God's will. Genuine happiness does not come from forcing our own way or avoiding God's plan. It comes through obedience, surrender, and humble submission. When God is involved, submission is not bondage—it is freedom. A life submitted to Jesus experiences lasting joy, restored relationships, and the liberating peace of walking in His will each day. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

How do we know if we are following Biblical wisdom? In chapter 3 of his epistle, James sets the standard with eight qualities of godly wisdom:   First, godly wisdom is pure. False wisdom is characterized by bitter envy and selfish ambition; godly wisdom is characterized by purity of motive.   Second, it is peace-loving. Selfish ambition can start a war, but God's wisdom can bring Truth and clarity where there is chaos.   Third, it is considerate. Though you have strength and power, you control yourself so that when you have the opportunity to hurt somebody, you won't do it.   Fourth, it is submissive. Being submissive means being willing to listen and willing to learn. To be submissive is to be humble and teachable, not a doormat to be walked over but meek, so that your strength is guided and submitted to God, making you gentle and kind.   Fifth, it is full of mercy. The word used here actually has a double meaning: forgiving those who wrong us and then being willing in our hearts to help them.   Sixth, it is full of good fruit. You cannot manufacture the fruit of the Spirit. True spiritual maturity happens from the inside out for those who are indwelt by the Spirit of God and are seeking His wisdom moment by moment.   Seventh, it is impartial. Those who live by worldly wisdom cannot be impartial because they are always trying to please someone, but those who live by God's wisdom are consistent, single-minded, and authentic.   Eighth, it's sincere. A sincere person is genuine, without hypocrisy, and wears no mask.   Godly wisdom is the kind of wisdom that comes from the very heart of God. As you read and pray through God's Word continually, you will find that your life is producing purity, peace, gentleness, willingness, mercy, good fruit, impartiality, and sincerity—and that's how you'll know the Word of God is taking root. Join me in prayer.  Precious Lord, thank You for answering my prayers for wisdom by giving it to me generously. As I spend time studying Your Word and listening to Your voice, I know these things will begin to take root in me. Help me to prioritize that time with You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Our world is overflowing with knowledge, yet starving for wisdom. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains the difference between knowledge and wisdom: knowledge gathers information, but wisdom applies the right Truth in the right situation. There is natural wisdom, which relies on human reasoning and experience. There is worldly wisdom, which rationalizes sin, fuels selfish ambition, and separates us from God. James describes this kind of “wisdom” as earthly, unspiritual, and demonic. It is the same kind of deception that led Adam and Eve away from obedience in the garden. But the wisdom that comes from heaven is altogether different. It is pure, peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere. Godly wisdom is not arrogant, harsh, boastful, divisive, or unforgiving. It does not seek self-glory; it brings glory to God. Dr. Youssef reminds believers to seek God's wisdom in every area of life—from marriage and parenting to conflict, decisions, and new ventures. True wisdom is the ability to apply the Word of God accurately and faithfully in our own lives and in the lives of others. The question is: are you growing in the wisdom that comes from heaven? Pray with me.  Father God, I pray that You would increase my godly wisdom as You've promised in Your Word. Protect me from relying on any kind of wisdom but Yours. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Modern science and technology have given humanity control over many things—but not the tongue. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef turns to James 3 to show why our words matter so deeply in the life of the believer and the witness of the Church. James compares the tongue to a small rudder that steers a great ship and a tiny spark that can set an entire forest ablaze. Though small, the tongue can wound feelings, devastate reputations, shatter self-esteem, divide families, and destroy relationships. Proverbs warns that the tongue carries the power of life and death—and rash words lead to ruin. Dr. Youssef reminds us that Jesus connected our speech to the condition of our hearts. Words filled with pride, sarcasm, accusation, bitterness, gossip, lying, or blame reveal a heart in need of renewal. But words filled with Christ's love, encouragement, wisdom, and power reveal the Holy Spirit's transforming work within us. We cannot tame the tongue in our own strength—but God can. Through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, He teaches us to use our words to empower greatly, correct gently, and lead humbly for the glory of Christ. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Today's culture often promotes a comfortable version of Christianity—one that avoids suffering, sacrifice, and spiritual testing. But in today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef warns that easy-believism produces shallow faith: faith that may seem supported inside the church building but wilts when tests, trials, and persecution come. James tells believers to consider trials pure joy because the testing of faith produces perseverance. Spiritual endurance is not cultivated by avoiding challenges, but by facing them with Christ. Trials can either turn us away from the Lord or teach us to run to Him—and Scripture calls us to choose resilient hope in every circumstance. Dr. Youssef reminds us that when believers are rooted in Christ, it does not matter where they are planted. Joseph was planted in Pharaoh's prison, yet God raised him to become prime minister of Egypt. Daniel was planted in the lions' den, yet God lifted him to serve kings. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego were planted in the fiery furnace, yet God used them to bear witness before rulers. When your faith is tested, do not give up. Fix your eyes on Jesus, call upon the Lord for help, rely on His strength, and remember the eternal reward that awaits you in Christ. Pray with me.  Precious Lord, when the next trial comes, help me to respond with utter joy, knowing that You will use the situation to shape and strengthen me. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.