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God is a promise-keeping God.From the moment sin entered the world, God began unfolding a plan to rescue and redeem humanity. In this message, we continue our journey Through the Bible by exploring the life of Abraham and the covenant that would shape the rest of Scripture.Using passages from Genesis 12-37 and Galatians 3, we explore:• The three promises God made to Abraham• What a biblical covenant really means• Why faith is trusting God even when you can't see the outcome• How God's promises survived Abraham's failures• The stories of Isaac, Jacob, and Joseph• Why God's timeline is often longer than our plans• How the covenant with Abraham points to Jesus• What God's promises mean for believers todayThis message isn't just about Abraham's story.It's about discovering that God's faithfulness is greater than our mistakes.Abraham lied.He doubted.He got impatient.Yet God remained faithful to every promise He made.“Abraham believed the Lord, and He credited it to him as righteousness.” — Genesis 15:6God's promises are bigger than our mistakes.God's timeline is longer than our plans.God's purpose is greater than our understanding.

Send us Fan MailPsalms 1 and 2 serve as the introduction to the entire book of Psalms, giving readers the lens through which the rest of the collection should be understood.In this episode, we explore the two paths presented in Psalm 1. The righteous delight in God's Torah, meditate on it day and night, and become like a fruitful tree planted by streams of water. In contrast, the wicked reject God's instruction and ultimately face judgment. Right from the opening psalm, readers are confronted with a choice: Which path will they follow?Psalm 2 then shifts our attention from individuals to nations and kings. The rulers of the earth rebel against God and His purposes, believing they can throw off His authority. Yet God's response is clear: He has established His King, and no earthly power can overturn His plans. While human kingdoms rise and fall, God's King will ultimately reign overall.Together, Psalms 1 and 2 provide the foundation for the entire book. Parents, this summer we want to challenge you to read through the Psalms with your children. As you read, encourage them to listen for the vivid images and pictures found throughout the poems. Have them draw what they hear and then ask a simple question: "What does this teach us about God?" For an extra challenge, choose one psalm and memorize it together as a family. These ancient songs were meant to be remembered, prayed, and carried in the hearts of God's people.If you want the FREE hand outs that go along with this series, sign up for our newsletter at our website. Our website is The Context and Color of the BibleWe are on Facebook - The Context and Color of the Bible | FacebookWe are on Instagram - @contextandcolorofthebibleWe are on YouTube - The Context and Color of the Bible - YouTubeMusic: Tabuk by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4453-tabukLicense: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Foolish Confounds the Wise What if the very thing you trust most is the thing keeping you from seeing God clearly? For centuries, people have struggled with Jesus for the same reason. The Jews wanted power. The Greeks wanted wisdom. The Romans wanted strength. Yet God sent a crucified Savior. What looked foolish to the world became the very wisdom and power of God. In this message, we’ll explore Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 1 and uncover why the gospel still challenges our assumptions today. Why do some people embrace the cross while others reject it? Why do we so often trust our own logic, intelligence, expectations, and abilities instead of God’s ways? And what wisdom have we embraced that might be making Jesus harder to recognize? The gospel is not advice about how to become a better version of yourself. It is the announcement of what God has already done through Christ. Because every culture has a kind of wisdom that makes Jesus harder to recognize, but God’s wisdom is still greater than our own. 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 Discussion topics HEAD – What did Jesus say to you through the Word? What do you think Paul means when he says, “God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise”? Which of the five points from this week’s message stood out to you the most, and why? The gospel doesn’t fit our logic. The gospel cannot be discovered through intelligence alone. The gospel offends our expectations. God uses the wrong people. God’s method doesn’t impress the world. Pastor David said, “The gospel is not advice. It is news.” What is the difference between those two ideas? HEART – How did it make you feel? The message challenged us with this question: “What wisdom have we embraced that might be keeping us from seeing Jesus clearly?” How would you answer that personally? Examples of things that some people trust: Your own logic? Your own experience? Your own abilities? Other people’s opinions? Have you ever found yourself disappointed with God because He didn’t work the way you expected Him to work? Which statement hits closest to home right now? “The cross starts where self-help ends.” “Information can inform the mind, but only revelation transforms the heart.” “God often chooses people human wisdom wouldn’t even interview.” “The power was never in the packaging. The power was always in the message.” HANDS – What are you going to do with it? Is there a situation you’re currently trying to solve through effort, strategy, or control that may require surrender and prayer instead? Who is one person in your life that needs to hear the hope of the gospel? What is one practical step you can take to engage them this week? Check out our other audio series and video playlists that can help you find Jesus in every moment and then discover what’s next

It is one of the curious habits of God that He delights in beginning immense things with what appear to us very small beginnings. When Our Lord walked beside the Sea of Galilee and summoned twelve ordinary men to follow Him, Heaven itself was not improvising. This was no afterthought. The calling of the Twelve was the unfolding of a design hidden in the heart of God from the foundation of the world.For the Lord who chose twelve disciples was the same God who had once chosen twelve tribes through the sons of Jacob. Israel had been called to gather the nations to the worship of the true God, yet now, in Christ, a new and greater Israel was being formed. The number itself was no accident. Jesus was gathering around Himself the beginnings of the Church, the family through whom the Father intended to bring salvation to the ends of the earth.What is particularly astonishing is not merely that He called twelve men, but that He called such men. Fishermen, tax collectors, and zealots are hardly the material from which one would expect a kingdom to be built. Yet God has always preferred to display His strength through human weakness, so that the glory might be seen to belong to Him and not to His instruments.The Twelve would become apostles, the first bishops of the Catholic Church, entrusted with teaching, sanctifying, and guiding the people of God. Through their ministry, and through those who succeeded them, the voice of Christ would continue to echo across the centuries. Thus, the Church is not an invention of men but the continuation of the Lord's own work in human history.And perhaps there is a lesson here for each of us. Christ did not merely call twelve men long ago; He continues to call souls today. The same divine voice that summoned Peter from his nets summons us from our distractions and our little kingdoms. For God's great purpose has always been the same: to gather His scattered children into communion with Himself, until the whole world becomes, at last, one family in the household of the Father.Such is the strange and marvelous way of God. He begins with twelve, and intends nothing less than the redemption of the world. --- Help Spread the Good News --- Father Brian's homilies are shared freely thanks to generous listeners like you. If his words have blessed you, consider supporting this volunteer effort. Every gift helps us continue recording and sharing the hope of Jesus—one homily at a time. Give Here: https://frbriansoliven.org/give

LESSON 165Let Not My Mind Deny The Thought Of God.What makes this world seem real except your own denial of the truth that lies beyond? What but your thoughts of misery and death obscure the perfect happiness and the eternal life your Father wills for you? And what could hide what cannot be concealed except illusion? What could keep from you what you already have except your choice to see it not, denying it is there?The Thought of God created you. It left you not, nor have you ever been apart from it an instant. It belongs to you. By it you live. It is your Source of life, holding you one with it, and everything is one with you because it left you not. The Thought of God protects you, cares for you, makes soft your resting place and smooth your way, lighting your mind with happiness and love. Eternity and everlasting life shine in your mind, because the Thought of God has left you not, and still abides with you.Who would deny his safety and his peace, his joy, his healing and his peace of mind, his quiet rest, his calm awakening, if he but recognized where they abide? Would he not instantly prepare to go where they are found, abandoning all else as worthless in comparison with them? And having found them, would he not make sure they stay with him, and he remain with them?Deny not Heaven. It is yours today, but for the asking. Nor need you perceive how great the gift, how changed your mind will be before it comes to you. Ask to receive, and it is given you. Conviction lies within it. Till you welcome it as yours, uncertainty remains. Yet God is fair. Sureness is not required to receive what only your acceptance can bestow.Ask with desire. You need not be sure that you request the only thing you want. But when you have received, you will be sure you have the treasure you have always sought. What would you then exchange for it? What would induce you now to let it fade away from your ecstatic vision? For this sight proves that you have exchanged your blindness for the seeing eyes of Christ; your mind has come to lay aside denial, and accept the Thought of God as your inheritance.Now is all doubting past, the journey's end made certain, and salvation given you. Now is Christ's power in your mind, to heal as you were healed. For now you are among the saviors of the world. Your destiny lies there and nowhere else. Would God consent to let His Son remain forever starved by his denial of the nourishment he needs to live? Abundance dwells in him, and deprivation cannot cut him off from God's sustaining Love and from his home.Practice today in hope. For hope indeed is justified. Your doubts are meaningless, for God is certain. And the Thought of Him is never absent. Sureness must abide within you who are host to Him. This course removes all doubts which you have interposed between Him and your certainty of Him.We count on God, and not upon ourselves, to give us certainty. And in His Name we practice as His Word directs we do. His sureness lies beyond our every doubt. His Love remains beyond our every fear. The Thought of Him is still beyond all dreams and in our minds, according to His Will.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

Have you ever felt stuck, discouraged, or like God's work in your life has stalled? In Ezra 5–6, God's people faced sixteen years of unfinished work and unanswered questions. Yet God wasn't finished with them—and He's not finished with you. Discover how God moves His people from discouragement to celebration in this week's Pastor's Sermon Series Audio Study Guide.

When you think about the size of the universe, it's easy to feel tiny. But Psalm 8 reminds me that the God who made the moon and stars is still mindful of us.

In today's message, Pastor Jack Morris takes us to Galatians chapter 5, where the Apostle Paul describes the fruit of the Spirit - those Christlike qualities that God develops in the life of every believer. Today's focus is on one of the most challenging and rewarding of these virtues: patience.In a world that values speed, convenience, and immediate results, patience can seem difficult to cultivate. Yet God often uses waiting seasons, unexpected delays, and life's challenges to strengthen our faith and shape our character. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we can learn to trust God's timing and respond to life's frustrations with grace and perseverance. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/1528/29?v=20251111

Have you ever felt like you've wandered too far from the path God intended for you? Perhaps choices, circumstances, or disappointments have taken you in a direction you never expected, leaving you wondering whether God can still use your life for His purposes. Yet God's grace has a remarkable way of meeting us where we are and redirecting our steps toward something greater.In this episode, Tracie and Abigail explore the life of hymn writer Helen Lemmel. Though her journey was marked by unexpected turns and difficult seasons, Helen's story is a powerful reminder that no one is beyond God's reach. When she turned her focus back to Christ, God used her life to leave a legacy that continues to encourage believers generations later. Her testimony reminds us that when we pivot in the right direction—and turn our eyes upon Jesus—God can transform our story into something that brings glory to Him and hope to others.If you know of someone who can be helped by listening to the Abundant Living Podcast, please share this episode with them. Please let us know what you think by rating and reviewing this podcast in your podcasting app! We love hearing from our listeners, whether through comments on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our Instagram ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or messaging us on our website, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠christianladiesfellowship.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. You may also apply to be a part of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠our private Facebook group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, but be sure to answer all the questions and agree to the group rules when you click to join.You can also email Tracie directly at tburns@immanueljax.org. Thank you for being part of this uplifting and encouraging community of ladies who want to live abundantly for the Lord!

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 40:31 — Fresh Strength For The Day Ahead Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Dallas • Auckland • Lagos • Singapore • Santiago STRENGTH • RENEWAL • ENDURANCE morning prayer for strength and encouragement • Christian prayer for a new day • finding strength in God • hope for weary hearts Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) "But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." There are seasons in life when we do not necessarily feel afraid, worried, or overwhelmed. We simply feel tired. The responsibilities of life continue. The demands of work, family, ministry, and daily living continue to call for our attention. Sometimes the greatest challenge is not facing a crisis. It is finding the strength to keep faithfully moving forward through ordinary days. Yet God understands weariness. He understands the moments when our energy feels low and our hearts feel stretched. He understands the hidden pressures that nobody else sees and the quiet burdens we carry without speaking about them. The promise of Scripture is not that we will never grow tired. The promise is that God renews those who place their hope in Him. Father, thank You for this new morning. Thank You for waking me to another day filled with opportunities, responsibilities, and moments where I can experience Your faithfulness. Jesus, where I feel weary, renew my strength. Where I feel discouraged, renew my hope. Where I feel stretched beyond my own ability, remind me that Your strength is available to me. Lord, help me not to depend only upon my own resources today. Teach me to draw from Your wisdom, Your peace, and Your power. Let my confidence be rooted not in my own ability, but in Your unfailing faithfulness. As this day begins, help me walk steadily, serve faithfully, and trust deeply. Give me the strength needed for every conversation, every responsibility, and every opportunity that lies ahead. Across the world, from Dallas to Auckland, from Lagos to Singapore and Santiago, may hearts be renewed and strengthened by the goodness and faithfulness of God. Jesús, renueva mis fuerzas para este día. Jesus, renova as minhas forças para este dia. Jesus, palakasin Mo ako para sa araw na ito. Father, I place this day into Your hands and receive fresh strength from You. Amen. Isaiah 40 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for strength, Christian encouragement, prayer for weary hearts, daily prayer, Christian devotion, hope in God morning prayer for strength and encouragement, Christian prayer for a new day, finding strength in God, hope for weary heartsSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

WORD FOR JUNE 2026| JUMPING HEART BY LIGHT| CHIMDI OHAHUNA Scripture Focus: Isaiah 60:1–5 “Then you will look and shine; your heart will jump with joy and become large inside you…” — Isaiah 60:5 (Easy English) What happens when the light of God shines so brightly upon your life that your heart can no longer contain the joy, expectation, and wonder of what He is doing? In this powerful prophetic teaching , Chimdi Ohahuna unveils God's word for June 2026: "Jumping Heart by Light." Drawing from Isaiah 60:5, particularly the vivid rendering found in the Easy English Bible, this message reveals a profound spiritual truth: when divine light illuminates your life, your heart begins to leap with expectation, expand with capacity, and overflow with the anticipation of God's goodness. This is more than an encouraging message, it is a call to embrace a lifestyle of spiritual illumination. The world is covered in darkness, confusion, fear, and uncertainty. Yet God's answer to darkness has never been more darkness, more complaints, or more fear. His answer has always been light. The light of His Word. The light of His revelation. The light of Christ shining through His people. In this episode, you will discover why many believers spend enormous amounts of time praying for opportunities, helpers, resources, and breakthroughs while neglecting the very thing that attracts them: the light of God operating in and through their lives. Through practical biblical insights and personal ministry experiences, this teaching explores the powerful principle that life operates by attraction. What you carry determines what you attract. What shines through you determines what comes to you. You will learn: • Why God's light makes believers visible, influential, and attractive to divine opportunities. • How spiritual illumination creates supernatural attraction. • The connection between revelation and enlargement of heart. • Why many Christians focus on problems instead of their God, given assignment. • How darkness is repelled when light is present. • Why your greatest breakthrough may not be another prayer point but a greater revelation. • The importance of moving from lesser light to greater light as life demands increase. • How to become the answer to someone's prayer by allowing Christ to shine through you. • Why nations, opportunities, resources, and divine connections are attracted to God's glory upon a believer's life. This episode also highlights the importance of staying focused on God's assignment even in seasons of opposition, disappointment, isolation, and spiritual warfare. The enemy's strategy is often to distract believers with problems so that they abandon the very assignment through which God intends to release light and bring solutions. Through compelling testimonies from ministry, podcasting, missions, and personal experiences, Chimdi demonstrates how consistent obedience, faithful service, and unwavering commitment to releasing God's light can produce impact far beyond natural limitations. As the message unfolds, listeners are challenged to stop waiting for time to change circumstances and instead use time to gain greater light. Time does not transform situations by itself; revelation, action, obedience, and divine wisdom do. This June, God is calling His people to rise above fear, embrace greater light, increase in spiritual value, and position themselves for supernatural attraction. The season of hiding is over. The season of shining has come. As you listen, expect fresh revelation, renewed purpose, expanded capacity, and a heart that leaps with joy at the goodness of God. Your heart will jump because of the light. Your capacity will increase because of the light. Your influence will expand because of the light. And as God's glory rises upon you, the world will take notice. Listen, be illuminated, and step into your season of "Jumping Heart by Light." Jesus is Lord

Send us your feedback — we're listeningGalatians 6:9 — Do Not Give Up, God Is Still Working Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Houston • Brisbane • Abuja • Manila • Bogotá PERSEVERANCE • FAITHFULNESS • HOPE Christian prayer for perseverance • encouragement when progress feels slow • trusting God in difficult seasons • prayer for strength to keep going  Galatians 6:9 (NIV) “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” There are seasons in life when progress feels difficult to measure. We continue to pray, continue to trust, continue to serve, and continue to move forward, yet the results we hoped to see can sometimes feel frustratingly slow. It is often during these quieter seasons that discouragement begins to whisper questions into our hearts. We wonder whether our efforts still matter. We wonder whether our prayers are making a difference. We wonder whether the seeds we have faithfully planted will ever produce the harvest we hoped for. Yet God's work is rarely rushed. Some of His greatest works happen beneath the surface, hidden from our immediate view. While we focus on what we cannot yet see, God continues to work faithfully according to His wisdom, His timing, and His purpose. The Lord has not forgotten your prayers. He has not overlooked your faithfulness. He has not abandoned the work He began in your life. Father, thank You that Your plans continue even when I cannot see them clearly. Thank You that Your faithfulness does not depend upon my circumstances and that Your promises remain trustworthy through every season. Jesus, strengthen me when I become weary. Renew my hope when progress feels slow. Help me remain faithful in the ordinary moments and patient in the waiting. Remind me that every prayer matters, every act of kindness matters, and every step of obedience matters. Lord, help me trust Your timing as deeply as I trust Your promises. Teach me to keep moving forward with confidence, knowing that You are always at work, even when the results are not yet visible. Across the world, from Houston to Brisbane, from Abuja to Manila and Bogotá, may hearts be encouraged to keep believing, keep praying, and keep trusting the God who never stops working. Jesús, ayúdame a no rendirme. Jesus, ajuda-me a não desistir. Jesus, tulungan Mo akong huwag sumuko. Father, thank You that You are still working, even when I cannot yet see the harvest. Amen. Galatians 6 prayer, prayer for perseverance, Christian encouragement, prayer for hope, trusting God's timing, daily prayer, Christian devotion, prayer for strength Christian prayer for perseverance, encouragement when progress feels slow, trusting God in difficult seasons, prayer for strength to keep goingSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Judges 4:1–24 with Pastor David Maestas In Judges 4, Israel once again finds itself trapped in the familiar cycle of rebellion, oppression, and desperation. After turning away from the Lord, they spend twenty years under the harsh rule of King Jabin and the military oppression of Sisera. But in the midst of fear and uncertainty, God raises up an unlikely leader: Deborah. As a prophetess and judge, Deborah stands as a powerful example of wisdom, courage, and faithfulness. Through her leadership, God calls Barak to step forward and lead Israel into battle. Yet Barak hesitates. Though God had already given clear direction, fear causes him to seek reassurance before obeying. This chapter reminds us that faith is not the absence of fear. Faith is choosing obedience despite it. Throughout Judges 4, we see God accomplish His purposes through unexpected people and unlikely circumstances. Deborah leads. Barak follows. Jael enters the story in a surprising way. And ultimately, the victory belongs not to human strength, military strategy, or personal courage, but to the Lord. One of the central themes of Judges 4 is that God often works through people who are simply willing to say yes. The heroes of this chapter are not perfect. They wrestle with fear, uncertainty, and limitations. Yet God uses them anyway. This passage also challenges us to consider how often we delay obedience while waiting for perfect confidence. Like Barak, many of us know what God is asking us to do, but we hesitate because we want more certainty, more guarantees, or someone else to go with us. Meanwhile, Deborah's example reminds us what it looks like to trust God enough to step into difficult assignments with confidence in Him rather than confidence in ourselves. Judges 4 invites us to reflect on several important questions: Where is fear keeping me from obeying God? Am I waiting for certainty when God is asking for faith? Have I underestimated how God might use ordinary people for extraordinary purposes? Am I trusting in my own strength, or am I depending on the Lord?

Today we are going to finish Philippians 2 by looking atverses 28 through 30 where we are talkingabout risking everything for Christ. That is exactly what Epaphroditus did. Aswe have read through this chapter, we have seen how Jesus Christ lefteverything in heaven. He gave up His rights, came down to earth, made Himself aservant, and became obedient even to the death of the cross. As a result, Godhighly exalted Him. We also see the example of the Apostle Paul himself. Paulleft everything in his old life. As we read later in the book of Philippians,he counted it all as dung—a pile of manure—compared to what he gained inChrist. He made the great statement in chapter 1, “For to me, to live isChrist, and to die is gain.” Theexample of Timothy shows us the same truth. Timothy left his family, hisparents, and his friends in the city of Lystra to follow the Apostle Paul andto follow Jesus Christ. Now we come to Epaphroditus. He risked his life and “didnot regard his own life.” The phrase “not regarding his life”carries the idea of taking a great risk. Epaphroditus was willing to riskeverything for Christ. Hecarried the offering from the Philippians to Paul in Rome. The journey waslong. The roads were dangerous. The conditions were difficult. Paul was inprison and could potentially be executed, which meant Epaphroditus might sufferthe same fate. Somewhere along the way, he became gravely ill. He became sosick that it appeared he would die. Yet God had mercy on him and spared hislife. God also had mercy on Paul, sparing him additional sorrow. Yetthrough it all, Epaphroditus continued serving. Remarkably, he was moreconcerned about the people worrying about him than he was about the possibilityof his own death. So Paul tells the Philippians in verse 29: “Receive himtherefore in the Lord with all gladness, and hold such men in esteem.” Godhonors His servants. The world honors celebrities. God honors faithfulness. Godhonors sacrifice. God honors those who quietly give themselves in service toothers. He also teaches us to honor those to whom honor is due. (Proverbs 3:27) AsI think about this passage, I am reminded of the famous words of Jim Elliot: “Heis no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” Thetruth is that every believer is called to risk something for Jesus Christ.Maybe not our lives, but certainly our comfort, our convenience, ourreputation, our resources, and even our time. The greatest investment we canmake on earth is not in temporal things, but in eternal things. Thatis what Paul talks about in 2 Corinthians 4. As he begins that chapter, hewrites: “Therefore, since we have this ministry, as we have received mercy,we do not lose heart.” In other words, we do not quit. We do not give up.We do not faint. Then he goes on to say verses 117-18: “For our lightaffliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceedingand eternal weight of glory... while we do not look at the things which areseen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen aretemporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal.” RememberPaul on his final journey to Jerusalem in Acts 20:24. The believers repeatedlywarned him that suffering awaited him there. Yet Paul declared: “Nor do Icount my life dear to myself, so that I may finish my race with joy.” Myfriend, that was true of Paul. It was true of Epaphroditus. May it be true ofus as well. May we be willing to risk everything for the sake of Christ. Let'spray. Father, help us to live courageously for Jesus Christ. Give us heartsthat value eternal things above temporary comforts. May we be willing to spendand be spent for Your glory. We pray this in Jesus' name. Amen. Godbless and may you have a wonderful, wonderful day!

What do you do when hard times come? Where do you turn when the bottom drops out of your life? A lot less is certain in life than we want to believe is. Pastor Malik Murray continues our series, What's the Point, a look through Ecclesiastes, at meaning, purpose, and the point behind it all. The Book of Ecclesiastes can be difficult. It contains lists of bad situations and meaningless things. We want to be in control of our lives! Yet God wants us to understand that even though we may try to plan and sugarcoat our lives, in the end, what is worthwhile is knowing Him.The most certain thing in an uncertain world is the sovereignty of God, and that certainty frees us to live faithfully. Everything He does works in and through us in exceedingly abundant ways, always!

Joseph spent years confined in an Egyptian dungeon for a crime he did not commit. Yet God was not absent—He was refining Joseph's faith, strengthening him with His presence, and preparing him for promises that would be fulfilled in God's time, not Joseph's. In this episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef encourages a different kind of praying when you feel stuck: don't only pray for a way out—pray for God's will to be worked into you. If the Lord is using hardship to discipline, correct, or mature you, receive it with humility so you don't miss His purpose. Trying to manipulate God's will through prayer only produces frustration; faith learns to wait. Dr. Youssef then turns to Jesus in Gethsemane—the perfect model of surrendered prayer: “Not as I will, but as you will” (Matthew 26:39) and “may your will be done” (Matthew 26:42). Christ taught His disciples to pray the same way (Matthew 6:10), because real victory in trials comes through submission, not control. When you're weary, ask the Holy Spirit to help you pray, to intercede, and to deepen your grasp of God's love—so you can trust and obey in the valley as confidently as on the mountaintop. Prayer: God, I come to You in a difficult place. I pray that Your will would be accomplished in this season of my life. Help me to trust You and wait on You. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. “But while Joseph was there in the prison, the Lord was with him, . . .” (Genesis 39:20-21).  Learn more in Dr. Michael A. Youssef's sermon series Joseph: Portrait of a Winner: 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.

Small But Mighty, Part 1: "Gideon and the 300"Judges 7:2-7 Have you ever noticed that God rarely works the way we expect Him to? This Sunday, we'll kick off a brand-new series: Small but Mighty. We'll look at one of the most surprising military victories in the entire Bible: Gideon and the 300. When God called Gideon, he was hiding in a winepress, convinced he was the least qualified person around. Yet God chose him anyway. And when Gideon finally rallied an army of 32,000 men to face an enemy of 135,000 — God said,  You have too many.  Too many? Only God would say that.  Join us this Sunday as we dig into Judges 6 & 7 and discover why God is far less interested in the size of your group than the condition of your heart. He doesn't need a crowd. He wants committed people — fully surrendered, nothing held back, ready to be used for something only He can get the credit for.  This message will challenge you to ask a simple but powerful question: Am I dry wood or wet wood? Am I on fire for God or am I a lukewarm follower of Jesus? 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPsalms 143:8 — Show Me The Way I Should Walk Today Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Dallas • Auckland • Lagos • Singapore • Santiago GUIDANCE • TRUST • NEW BEGINNINGS morning prayer for guidance • Christian prayer for a new day • prayer for wisdom and direction • trusting God with today's decisions Psalm 143:8 (NIV) “Let the morning bring me word of your unfailing love, for I have put my trust in you. Show me the way I should go, for to you I entrust my life.” As a new day begins, there is something comforting about knowing that we do not have to figure everything out before we take our first step. Many people wake up already thinking about what lies ahead. There are responsibilities to carry, decisions to make, conversations to have, and situations that may still feel uncertain. It is easy to begin the day feeling as though we must somehow have all the answers before we move forward. Yet God has never asked us to know everything. He asks us to trust Him one step at a time. Before this day becomes busy, before schedules begin to fill and demands start competing for our attention, we can pause and remember that the Lord is already present in every moment we will face. The path ahead may not be completely visible, but the One who walks with us sees it clearly. Father, thank You for the gift of this new morning. Thank You for Your unfailing love that meets me before the day has fully begun. As I step into today, help me trust You more than my own understanding. Jesus, guide my thoughts, my words, and my decisions. Where I feel uncertain, give me wisdom. Where I feel hesitant, give me courage. Where I feel overwhelmed by what lies ahead, remind me that I do not walk alone. Lord, teach me to follow Your leading with a peaceful heart, trusting that You are directing my steps even when I cannot see the whole journey. Across the world, from Dallas to Auckland, from Lagos to Singapore and Santiago, may hearts be encouraged by the assurance that God is faithful, present, and able to guide every step of this day. Jesús, guía mis pasos hoy. Jesus, guia os meus passos hoje. Jesus, gabayan Mo ang aking mga hakbang ngayon. Father, I place this day into Your hands and trust You to lead me well. Amen. Psalm 143 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for guidance, Christian encouragement, prayer for wisdom, daily prayer, trusting God, Christian devotion morning prayer for guidance, Christian prayer for a new day, prayer for wisdom and direction, trusting God with today's decisionsSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningRomans 8:28 — God Is Still Working Behind The Scenes Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Atlanta • Perth • Abuja • Santiago • Singapore TRUST • HOPE • CONFIDENCE evening prayer for hope and trust • Christian prayer for uncertain seasons • trusting God when answers are delayed • encouragement for difficult circumstance Scripture — Romans 8:28 (NIV) “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” As the evening arrives and the pace of the day begins to slow, it is often easier to notice the things that have not yet changed. We remember the prayer we are still waiting to see answered. We think about the situation that remains unresolved. We quietly revisit the hopes we carry and the questions that still have no clear outcome. Sometimes the most difficult part of faith is not facing a challenge. Sometimes it is waiting. Waiting can make us wonder whether anything is happening at all. It can feel as though our prayers have disappeared into silence or that progress has somehow stopped. Yet God's work is often at its deepest when it is least visible. A seed grows beneath the soil long before it appears above the ground. A sunrise begins before its light reaches the horizon. And God is often working in ways that our eyes cannot yet see. Father, thank You that Your faithfulness is not limited by what I can understand. Thank You that even when I cannot see the full picture, You remain present, active, and at work. Jesus, help me trust You with the parts of my life that feel unfinished. Where disappointment tries to settle into my heart, replace it with hope. Where uncertainty creates fear, replace it with confidence in Your goodness. Lord, teach me to trust Your timing as well as Your promises. Help me remember that delays are not abandonment and silence is not absence. You are still working, still guiding, and still caring for every detail of my life. Across the world, from Atlanta to Perth, from Abuja to Santiago and Singapore, may hearts be strengthened by the assurance that God is working behind the scenes, even when the evidence is not yet visible. Jesús, ayúdame a confiar en Tu tiempo. Jesus, ajuda-me a confiar no Teu tempo. Jesus, tulungan Mo akong magtiwala sa Iyong panahon. Father, I place my future into Your hands and choose to trust You tonight. Amen. Romans 8 prayer, evening prayer, prayer for hope, Christian encouragement, trusting God's timing, prayer for difficult seasons, daily prayer, Christian devotion evening prayer for hope and trust, Christian prayer for uncertain seasons, trusting God when answers are delayed, encouragement for difficult circumstancesSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

What happens when the wells of life get stopped up? In this powerful message, we explore the story of Isaac in Genesis 26 and discover how the battle over wells was about much more than water—it was about access, blessing, purpose, and God's provision. From the daily struggles faced by millions around the world who lack access to clean water to the spiritual reality of our need for the Living Water of God's Spirit, this sermon challenges us to examine what may be blocking the flow of God's life in us. Just as Isaac faced conflict, opposition, jealousy, and discouragement while digging wells, many of us encounter obstacles that threaten to stop our spiritual growth. Yet God calls us to keep digging until we find the place of abundance, purpose, and blessing. In this message you'll discover: • The significance of Isaac's wells in Genesis 26 • How the enemy attempts to stop up the wells of our spiritual lives • The connection between physical water and spiritual thirst • What it means to create good soil for God's Word to grow • How Jesus fulfills our deepest thirst through the Living Water of the Holy Spirit • Why persistence in God's calling leads to breakthrough Jesus declared, "If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. Rivers of living water will brim and spill out of the depths of anyone who believes in Me." (John 7:37-39) If you're feeling dry, discouraged, stuck, or thirsty for more of God, this message is for you. #Genesis26 #Isaac #LivingWater #HolySpirit #ChristianSermon #Faith #TrustGod #BibleTeaching #JesusChrist #RelateChurch

What is church hurt? Is every negative experience in church truly "church hurt," or is there a difference between hurt caused by people and the truth of God's Word confronting our lives?In this message, we explore one of the most talked-about and misunderstood topics in the church today. Looking at the conflict between Paul and Barnabas in Acts 15, we discover that even the early church was filled with imperfect people, disagreements, and difficult moments. Yet God's plan for His people has always included community, forgiveness, and the local church.In this sermon, you'll learn:• The difference between biblical correction and genuine church hurt• Why imperfect people can never perfectly represent Jesus• How unresolved hurt can lead to isolation and spiritual stagnation• Why forgiveness is essential for healing and freedom• How to keep your eyes on Jesus instead of the failures of othersOne of the most powerful truths from this message is simple:Don't judge Jesus by Judas.People may fail us. Leaders may disappoint us. Friends may hurt us. But Jesus remains faithful, and His church remains His plan for reaching and growing His people.

Jonah 1–2 reminds us that while we may run from God’s call, we can never outrun His grace. When Jonah ran from God's call, he began a downward spiral that endangered both himself and others. Yet God pursued him through a storm. As Jonah reached the end of himself in the depths of the sea and the belly of the fish, he finally discovered what we all must learn: we cannot save ourselves. The central message of the book is clear: “Salvation belongs to the Lord.” No matter how far we have wandered, God’s grace is greater, and He invites us to stop running and come home to Him.

Jonah 1–2 reminds us that while we may run from God’s call, we can never outrun His grace. When Jonah ran from God's call, he began a downward spiral that endangered both himself and others. Yet God pursued him through a storm. As Jonah reached the end of himself in the depths of the sea and the belly of the fish, he finally discovered what we all must learn: we cannot save ourselves. The central message of the book is clear: “Salvation belongs to the Lord.” No matter how far we have wandered, God’s grace is greater, and He invites us to stop running and come home to Him.

Send us your feedback — we're listeningJeremiah 29:11 — God Has Not Given Up On Your Future Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Atlanta • Perth • Abuja • Santiago • Singapore HOPE • DIRECTION • TRUST evening prayer for hope and encouragement • Christian prayer when life feels uncertain • trusting God with your future • prayer for difficult seasons Jeremiah 29:11 (NIV) “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” As the day begins to draw towards its close, it is natural to reflect on the things that have not yet happened. The prayer that remains unanswered. The opportunity that has not arrived. The door that has not opened. The situation that still seems uncertain. At times, it can feel as though life has paused while everyone else continues moving forward. Yet God's promises are not measured by today's circumstances. His faithfulness is not determined by today's progress. And His plans are not cancelled by today's delays. Father, thank You that You see the whole journey while I can only see a small part of the road ahead. Thank You that even when I feel uncertain about the future, You remain certain and steady. Jesus, help me trust You with the chapters that are still unfolding. When disappointment tries to convince me that nothing is changing, remind me that You are always working, even when I cannot see it. When discouragement tries to settle in my heart, renew my hope. Lord, help me stop measuring my future by today's limitations. Give me confidence that Your timing is good, Your plans are trustworthy, and Your purposes remain secure. Across the world, from Atlanta to Perth, from Abuja to Santiago and Singapore, may hearts be strengthened by the assurance that God has not forgotten them, abandoned them, or given up on the future He has prepared for them. Jesús, ayúdame a confiar en Tu futuro para mí. Jesus, ajuda-me a confiar no futuro que preparaste para mim. Jesus, tulungan Mo akong magtiwala sa Iyong plano. Father, I place my future into Your hands and choose hope over fear. Amen. Jeremiah 29 prayer, evening prayer, prayer for hope, Christian encouragement, trusting God with your future, difficult seasons prayer, daily prayer, Christian devotion evening prayer for hope and encouragement, Christian prayer when life feels uncertain, trusting God with your future, prayer for difficult seasonsSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listening1 Peter 5:7 — You Do Not Have To Carry Everything Today Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Chicago • Wellington • Lagos • Singapore • Lima RELIEF • RELEASE • TRUST midday prayer for stress and worry • Christian prayer for overwhelmed hearts • prayer for letting go of burdens • trusting God with today's concerns  1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) “Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you.” By the middle of the day, it is often easier to feel the weight of everything we have been carrying. A conversation that needs to happen. A responsibility that feels heavy. A concern that continues to circle through our thoughts. A situation we wish we could fix but cannot control. Many of us carry far more than we realise. We carry expectations. We carry pressures. We carry worries about tomorrow while still trying to manage today. Yet God's invitation is wonderfully simple. You do not have to carry everything. You were never meant to. Father, thank You for caring about every part of my life. Thank You that nothing is too small for Your attention and nothing is too heavy for Your hands. Jesus, help me release what I have been holding too tightly. Where anxiety has settled, bring peace. Where pressure has built up, bring relief. Where fear of the future has grown, remind me that You are already there. Lord, teach me to trust You with the things I cannot control. Help me stop carrying burdens that belong in Your hands and instead walk through this day with greater peace and freedom. Across the world, from Chicago to Wellington, from Lagos to Singapore and Lima, may hearts discover the comfort of knowing that God's care is greater than every concern we carry. Jesús, entrego mis preocupaciones a Ti. Jesus, entrego as minhas preocupações a Ti. Jesus, inilalagay ko sa Iyo ang aking mga alalahanin. Father, I place today's burdens into Your hands and receive Your peace. Amen. 1 Peter 5 prayer, midday prayer, prayer for stress and worry, Christian encouragement, overwhelmed hearts, daily prayer, trusting God, Christian devotion midday prayer for stress and worry, Christian prayer for overwhelmed hearts, prayer for letting go of burdens, trusting God with today's concernsSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 40:31 — When You Feel Drained, God Can Renew Your Strength Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Houston • Brisbane • Abuja • Manila • Bogotá STRENGTH • RENEWAL • ENDURANCE Christian prayer for strength today • prayer when feeling emotionally exhausted • encouragement for weary hearts • trusting God for renewed strength  Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Some tiredness is easy to recognise. Physical tiredness often reminds us that we need rest. Yet there is another kind of tiredness that many people carry quietly. It is the tiredness that comes from responsibility, from worry, from carrying burdens for a long time, and from continuing to show up every day when life feels demanding. You may be carrying that kind of tiredness today. You may feel as though you have been giving out more than you have been receiving. You may feel emotionally stretched, mentally drained, or simply weary from carrying the weight of ordinary life. Yet God does not ask you to create strength from an empty place. He offers His strength. Father, thank You that You understand my weariness. Thank You that You see what others cannot see and that You know the places where I feel tired, discouraged, or depleted. Jesus, help me stop relying solely upon my own resources. Where my strength feels limited, renew me. Where my hope feels weakened, restore me. Where I feel overwhelmed by responsibilities, remind me that Your grace is sufficient for this day. Lord, teach me to draw close to You rather than trying to push through everything alone. Help me receive the strength that comes from Your presence and the courage that comes from trusting You. Across the world, from Houston to Brisbane, from Abuja to Manila and Bogotá, may weary hearts discover fresh strength and renewed hope through Christ today. Jesús, renueva mis fuerzas hoy. Jesus, renova as minhas forças hoje. Jesus, palakasin Mo ako ngayong araw. Father, thank You that Your strength is always greater than my weakness. Amen. Isaiah 40 prayer, prayer for strength, Christian encouragement, prayer for weary hearts, emotional exhaustion prayer, daily prayer, renewed strength, Christian devotion Christian prayer for strength today, prayer when feeling emotionally exhausted, encouragement for weary hearts, trusting God for renewed strengthSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Send us your feedback — we're listeningIsaiah 26:3 — When Your Mind Feels Busy, God Can Still Give You Peace Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Dallas • Auckland • Singapore • Lagos • São Paulo PEACE • STEADINESS • TRUST morning prayer for peace of mind • Christian prayer for overthinking • prayer for a calm heart today • daily prayer for God's peace Isaiah 26:3 (NIV) “You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you.” As this new day begins, your mind may already be moving ahead of you. There may be responsibilities waiting, conversations that need to happen, decisions that need to be made, or concerns that quietly followed you into this morning. Sometimes the greatest battle is not around us but within us. Our thoughts race ahead, trying to solve tomorrow before we have even lived today. Yet God offers something different. He offers peace. Not the fragile peace that depends upon circumstances going perfectly, but a deeper peace that comes from knowing He is present, He is faithful, and He is already holding what concerns us. Father, thank You for this new day. Thank You for waking me this morning and giving me another opportunity to walk with You. Before I rush ahead, help me pause and remember that You are already here. Jesus, where my thoughts feel crowded, bring calm. Where my mind feels restless, bring stillness. Where worry tries to take hold, help me place my trust in You again. Lord, help me focus on what You have given me for today rather than becoming overwhelmed by everything that may come tomorrow. Teach me to walk steadily, trust deeply, and live one day at a time. Across the world, people are waking up carrying responsibilities, hopes, pressures, and concerns. From Dallas to Auckland, from Singapore to Lagos and São Paulo, may hearts discover the peace that comes from placing their trust in God. Jesús, llena mi corazón con Tu paz. Jesus, enche o meu coração com a Tua paz. Jesus, punuin Mo ang puso ko ng Iyong kapayapaan. Father, I place this day into Your hands and receive Your peace. Amen. Isaiah 26 prayer, morning prayer, prayer for peace of mind, Christian encouragement, prayer for overthinking, daily prayer, God's peace, Christian devotion morning prayer for peace of mind, Christian prayer for overthinking, prayer for a calm heart today, daily prayer for God's peaceSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

If you’ve ever heard the expression “albatross around my neck”—a phrase referring to a tiresome burden—you’ve heard an allusion to English poet Samuel Coleridge’s famous poem Rime of the Ancient Mariner. In the poem, a sailor shoots and kills a harmless, friendly albatross. The crew believes the mariner’s cruel deed curses their voyage, and forces him to wear the dead bird around his neck as punishment. Are there regrets in your life that feel like a heavy weight around your neck? All of us have moments we’d do anything to take back. It can feel like we’re cursed to carry the weight of our guilt and regret forever. Yet God’s grace can free our hearts from even the most painful regret. We all have sin (1 John 1:8, 10), but when we honestly confess our burdens to God, we’re promised he “will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness” (v. 9). As His grace rushes in, His light and love can flow through us (2:10), freeing us to love those around us (v. 10; 3:14). In Coleridge’s poem, the tormented mariner too eventually experiences this grace. When love for God’s creation rushes into his heart and compels him to pray, the albatross falls off his neck, vanishing forever “like lead into the sea.”

Send us your feedback — we're listeningPhilippians 4:7 — Let God's Peace Guard What Worry Cannot Fix - Recorded live from London, England — where faith meets the world in daily prayer and global hope. Atlanta • Perth • Christchurch • Singapore • Mexico City PEACE • STEADINESS • TRUST midday prayer for peace of mind • Christian prayer for overthinking • prayer for emotional calm • prayer when life feels overwhelming Philippians 4:7 (NIV) “And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” By the middle of the day, our thoughts can begin to feel crowded. Responsibilities compete for attention. Conversations replay in our minds. Questions search for answers. And worries can quietly grow larger than they need to be. Many of us spend energy trying to solve things that are not yet ready to be solved. Trying to control situations that are beyond our reach. Trying to carry tomorrow while still living today. Yet God's peace offers something different. Not more pressure. Not more striving. But protection for the heart and mind. Father, thank You that Your peace is greater than my understanding. Thank You that even when circumstances remain uncertain, Your presence remains steady. Jesus, stay close beside me during the remainder of this day. Guard my thoughts from unnecessary worry. Guard my heart from fear. Help me focus on what is in front of me rather than becoming overwhelmed by what may happen next. Lord, where anxiety tries to grow, plant peace. Where uncertainty remains, strengthen trust. Where my thoughts feel unsettled, bring calm and clarity. Across the world, many people are carrying burdens that cannot be fixed in a single day. From Atlanta to Perth, from Christchurch to Singapore and Mexico City, may hearts discover today that God's peace remains available, God's presence remains constant, and God's love remains near. Jesús, guarda mi corazón con Tu paz. Jesus, guarda meu coração com a Tua paz. Jesus, bantayan Mo ang puso ko ng Iyong kapayapaan. Father, I receive Your peace today. And I place my trust in You. Amen. Philippians 4 prayer, midday prayer, prayer for peace, Christian encouragement, prayer for anxiety, prayer for overthinking, daily prayer, Christian devotion midday prayer for peace of mind, Christian prayer for overthinking, prayer for emotional calm, prayer when life feels overwhelmingSupport the showDaily Prayer with Reverend Ben Cooper now reaches 185 countries and 3,012 cities worldwide through the Global Blend Radio network.This is a listener-funded global ministry. If these daily prayers strengthen your faith or help you through difficult seasons, would you consider becoming a monthly prayer partner for just £3 per month?Your support enables us to continue recording, hosting, and broadcasting daily biblical encouragement across the nations — keeping this ministry free and accessible to everyone who needs it.You can support today at GlobalBlendRadio.comTogether, we can keep prayer moving across the world.To submit a prayer request or connect with our global prayer community, visit DailyPrayer.ukBuy me a Coffee 

Welcome to our Reveal podcast,Welcome, Today we are in a new series called, Broken People, Faithful God. One of the most encouraging themes throughout Scripture is that God rarely works through perfect people. Instead, the Bible is filled with flawed individuals, people who doubted, failed, sinned, and struggled. Yet God's faithfulness remained constant. Their stories remind us that God's plans are not dependent on human perfection but on His character and grace.To support this ministry and help us continue our God-given mission, clickhere:Subscribe to our channel for the latest sermons:https://www.youtube.com/@revealvineyardLearn more about Vineyard Church Reveal Campus:https://www.revealvineyard.com/Follow us on social media!Instagram | https://www.instagram.com/vineyardrevealcampusFacebook | https://www.facebook.com/RevealVineyard

Revelation 12:12–17 presents a profound theological portrait of the ongoing spiritual warfare between God's people and Satan, who, though defeated in his attempt to destroy the church through pagan Rome, responds with escalating strategies through new agents of deception and persecution. The passage reveals that Satan's wrath intensifies as he knows his time is short, prompting him to shift from violent persecution to heretical doctrine—symbolized by a flood from the serpent's mouth—aimed at corrupting the church's purity. Yet God preserves His people through divine protection, illustrated by the woman's flight toward the wilderness, which is not a literal place but is a symbolic state of obscurity, sustained by the Lord's providential care through Christian emperors and ecumenical councils that rejected heresies like Arianism, Nestorianism, and Pelagianism. Ultimately, the remnant of the woman's seed—the faithful believers who uphold God's commandments and the testimony of Jesus—face a final, prolonged assault through the beast and false prophet, signaling the culmination of Satan's opposition before his ultimate defeat. The sermon underscores the necessity of constant vigilance, spiritual readiness, and reliance on Christ's victory, reminding believers that while Satan is defeated at the cross, he remains a relentless adversary until the final consummation.

In Part 27 of our Genesis series, we examine the story of Sarai, Abram, and Hagar from Genesis 16. Faced with a delayed promise, Sarai and Abram attempt to solve their problem through human effort, creating conflict and pain. Yet God meets Hagar in her suffering, revealing Himself as the God who sees, hears, and comforts the broken.

The Valley of Achor was a place of trouble, judgment, and failure. Yet God declared that this very valley would become a door of hope. What once represented defeat would become a place of restoration and new beginnings.Through Jesus Christ, God gives us a living hope that overcomes every valley of trouble. No matter our past or present circumstances, God can turn our deepest struggles into an open door for His grace, purpose, and promise. The post A door of hope appeared first on Preachers Corner.

"Thatyou may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in themidst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights inthe world."  Whata description of the world in which we live today—a crooked and perversegeneration. The word crooked means twisted or bent away from God's standard.The word perverse means distorted or corrupted. Does that not describe ourworld today? Truth is being redefined. Morality is being distorted. Darkness iscelebrated while righteousness is mocked. We see it on every hand, all aroundus, throughout our world, and especially in our country, the USA. Yet God hascalled us not to hide from the world. He has called us to shine in it. Rememberin Matthew 5:14, Jesus said, "You are the light of the world."In verse 16, He said, "Let your light so shine before men, that theymay see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven." Light doesnot complain about the darkness. It does not fight with the darkness. Myfriend, all it has to do is shine, and the darkness flees. Iam convinced with all my heart that if Christians truly let the light of JesusChrist shine—remember, He said, "I am the light of the world." NowHe lives in us. His light shines through us. It is not our light; it is Hislight, and it shines through us. If we would only let it shine, the darknesswould be pushed back. It would flee. You do not go into a room and curse thedarkness when it is dark. No, you simply turn on the light switch. As soon asthe light comes on, everything becomes plain and clear, and you can see acrossthe room. That is what we do as believers. Our light shines. Paulsays believers are to be blameless and harmless. This does not mean sinlessperfection, but lives marked by integrity and purity. The world should not seehypocrisy in our lives. Our lives should support the message that we preach. Oneof the greatest tragedies is when Christians damage their testimony throughbitterness, compromise, anger, or constant negativity. We just talked aboutthat in verse 14. Yousee, the darker the world becomes, the brighter faithful believers will shine. Thinkabout Daniel in Babylon, along with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Thinkabout Joseph in Egypt and the difference he made. Or even Noah before theflood. They lived in corrupt cultures, yet their lives stood out. The ApostlePaul and the early believers lived in a Roman culture that was dark, corrupt,and cruel. But, my friend, the light was shining. As it shone through theirlives, wonderful things took place that turned the world upside down. Yousee, God never intended for His people to blend into the darkness. Yet thatseems to be what so many churches and believers are trying to do today. Youcannot tell the difference between a believer and the world around them. NoticePaul says we shine in the midst of a crooked generation. We are in the world,but we are not of the world. That is why Jesus prayed in John 17 that theFather would not take believers out of the world, but that He would keep themfrom the evil one. Sohow do we shine in a practical way? We shine through holy living. We shinethrough kindness. We shine through truth. We shine through love. We shinethrough joy in suffering. We shine through forgiveness. We shine throughfaithfulness. A Christian filled with the HolySpirit of God becomes a lighthouse in a dark culture. Peoplearound us desperately need hope. They are confused, fearful, and empty. Manyhave never seen genuine Christianity lived out consistently.  Itrust God will use you and me to make a difference in the world in which welive, because someone is watching how we handle stress, disappointment,conflict, and suffering. Are you shining clearly today? Or are you blendinginto the darkness? Ask God to make your light shine as a bright testimony forJesus Christ. Remember this: the darker the night, the more visible the light. 

Pride has plagued mankind from the advent of our creation. So often the devil invites us to seek after achievements that are an affront to Our Lord. In a time long past, our race thought they could attain to the heights of heaven by their own artifice. This sinful pride was met with the dispersion of tongues. Yet God, in His infinite mercy, bequeathed His Apostles with the known languages of man, so that those sheep once lost due their own sinfulness may find a way back to Him for everlasting life.

Persecution has followed the church from its earliest days. Yet God uses even opposition to spread the gospel of salvation. Today, R.C. Sproul shows why persecution is inseparable from our identifying with Christ as His disciples. Get two exclusive 40th-anniversary edition books by R.C. Sproul with your donation today: The Holiness of God and Chosen by God. You'll also receive digital access to his teaching series The Persecuted Church: https://gift.renewingyourmind.org/   Live outside the U.S. and Canada? Request digital teaching series with your donation: https://www.renewingyourmind.org/global   Meet Today's Teacher:   R.C. Sproul (1939–2017) was founder of Ligonier Ministries, first minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, first president of Reformation Bible College, and executive editor of Tabletalk magazine. Renewing Your Mind is a donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

Send us Fan MailDeuteronomy 29–30 records Moses renewing God's covenant with Israel and setting before them life and death, blessing and curse. Moses reminds Israel of God's works in Egypt and the wilderness and warns that turning to other gods will bring judgment and exile. Yet God promises restoration if His people return to Him with all their heart. The Lord declares that His command is near and calls Israel to choose life by loving Him, obeying His voice, and holding fast to Him.Support the showStay engaged with new and up-to-date content, including newsletters, articles, podcasts, etc. Download the Teach Me the Bible App from any app store or Apple TV/Roku device.

Nehemiah 8:9-10 reveals a powerful truth for believers struggling with regret, guilt, and shame: God’s grace is stronger than our failures. In this devotional, Jennifer Slattery explores how shame often traps Christians in cycles of self-condemnation, replaying past mistakes and fearing they will never truly change. Yet God does not call His children to remain crushed beneath shame. Instead, He invites them to receive His forgiveness, walk in restoration, and find strength through His joy. Using the story of Israel’s return from exile, this devotional highlights how the people grieved over the consequences of their sin while also experiencing the overwhelming grace and provision of God. Though the rubble of brokenness remained, God wanted His people to rebuild from a place of hope rather than condemnation. In the same way, believers today can trust that God is patiently healing, transforming, and restoring them through His grace. Highlights Shame often keeps believers trapped in cycles of fear and self-condemnation. Self-awareness is an important step toward healing and spiritual growth. God’s grace meets believers in the middle of their brokenness and failures. Nehemiah 8 reminds us that “the joy of the Lord” is our strength. Biblical joy comes from knowing God is present, forgiving, and restoring. God does not want His children rebuilding their lives from shame. Healing and transformation often happen gradually through God’s grace. Do you want to listen ad-free? When you join Crosswalk Plus, you gain access to exclusive, in-depth Bible study guides, devotionals, sound biblical advice, and daily encouragement from trusted pastors and authors—resources designed to strengthen your faith and equip you to live it out boldly. PLUS ad free podcasts! Sign Up Today! Full Transcript Below: How God’s Grace Breaks the Cycle of ShameBy: Jennifer Slattery Bible Reading:Then Nehemiah the governor, Ezra the priest and teacher of the Law, and the Levites who were instructing the people said to them all, “This day is holy to the Lord your God. Do not mourn or weep.” For all the people had been weeping as they listened to the words of the Law.Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” - Nehemiah 8:9-10 Do you ever lie in bed, replaying your every unkind word or hurtful deed from the day? Do memories of past sins and regrets seize your mind and steal your peace? Do you find yourself looking back with sorrow at the damage your unfiltered words, angry outbursts, or triggered responses caused, longing for a do-over, but also fearful that you’ll forever fall into these unhelpful patterns? You’re not alone. People often state that the hardest person to forgive is ourselves. There’s truth to that, likely because we so long to live and love like Jesus. Yet, we often fall short, and not for lack of trying. The other day, I sat with a friend broken by a relational conflict she feared would irrevocably fracture the connection she’d been working to build. Her voice quivered as she said, “I don’t know why I act this way. In the moment, my perspective feels valid, and all I can see is how the other person hurt me. And suddenly, I question their character and intent. Self-isolating thoughts start playing through my mind, like, “She doesn’t really care about you.” “She wants something from you.” “He thinks you’re too much.” “You’re annoying him.” “She’s judging you.” “Why work through this when she’s just going to bail on the relationship anyway?” My friend’s hunched shoulders and the dark shadows beneath her eyes gave evidence to her sleepless night and the heavy weight of shame she carried. A tear slid down her cheek. With a deep breath, she brushed it away. “But then, later,” she said, “I see that I overreacted and made things worse. I see the pattern, but I don’t know how to break it.” Have you been there? The journey toward wholeness and holiness is rarely comfortable or quick. Yes, God holds the power to transform us with a whisper or glance. In my experience, however, He molds my soul gradually, alerting me to an issue, allowing me to see the fallout of my choices, to grieve my brokenness and sin, before He reveals the steps toward victory. Speaking from experience, I shared a statement that encouraged me when I was just beginning my healing journey. “Self-awareness is the first step to change. You can’t heal what you don’t see or won’t acknowledge.” Listening, my friend gave a slight nod and offered a half-laugh, half-huff. “Ignorance is bliss?” she asked. To which I replied, “Temporarily, perhaps. But it’s often when we’re staring at the rubble we’ve helped create that we’re most able to see, and rest in, God’s all-encompassing grace. To gain strength from His grace.” That’s the message today’s passage conveys. Seventy years after what scholars call the Babylonian exile, an event caused by ancient Israel’s long-standing spiritual rebellion, the Lord brought them back to their homeland to rebuild what their sin had destroyed. He sent them with His abundant provision—gold, silver, animals, priests to lead their faith, and numerous workers to repair Jerusalem’s walls and their sacred temple. Scripture tells us that: “The whole company numbered 42,360, besides their 7,337 menservants and maidservants; and they also had 245 men and women singers. There were 736 horses, 245 mules, 435 camels and 6,720 donkeys” (Ezra 2:66, NIV). In short, the Lord showered them with blessings and tangible evidence of His favor. And they celebrated. They celebrated the work He enabled them to do, the provisions He provided, and the forgiveness He granted. But this didn’t erase the grief they felt at all that had been lost. The Scripture their religious leaders read brought praise… and a deep awareness of their sin and all it had cost. Seeing their weeping, Ezra, Nehemiah, and the Lord’s priests spoke today’s passage, encouraging them to receive and find joy in God’s grace. Biblical joy goes much deeper than a temporary emotion based on our circumstances. It’s the deep awareness of God’s grace—knowing He’s with us, transforming us, rewriting our story, and working all things, our greatest failures included, for our good and His glory. This might not fix the damage we’ve caused. The ancient Israelites still had to clear away the rubble that once formed their homeland, to rebuild the fractured walls and restore the destroyed temple. But God wanted them to do so as His beloved, empowered, and absolved children, not from a place of shame. Shame is exhausting, heavy, and defeating. Grace brings hope, joy, and strength. It lifts the burdens we carry and plants us more firmly in God’s firm yet gentle embrace. Intersecting Life & Faith: I sometimes wonder if shame functions as a defense mechanism or a subconscious fail-safe. Is there a part of us that believes our inner critic protects us from future harm by keeping our unwanted behaviors in check? It’s also a powerful tool of the enemy strategically lobbed to hold us captive. Regardless, through Christ, we always have a way out. Our sins don’t repel Him; instead, He draws close, with arms open wide—nailed to the cross. We honor the sacrifice He made by learning to receive, in our innermost wounded places, the forgiveness for which He paid such a high price. That takes time, healing, prayer, and regularly connecting with Him; sitting in His presence. But the more we do so, take in His truth, and rest in His love, the weaker our shame, the greater our joy, and the more enduring our strength. If you battle shame over a present struggle or past sins, express this to God, and ask Him to break your shame. Then, keep your soul oriented to Him, your spiritual ears attuned to His voice, and your figurative feet ready to follow, trusting Him to lead you step by step, in His perfect timing. Further Reading:2 Corinthians 7:910Isaiah 57:14-15Habakkuk 3:19 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Today's Promise: 2 Peter 3:9 Life can leave us feeling discouraged, weak, and far behind where we thought we would be spiritually. In this episode, we explore how God is not impatient or disappointed with His children. He understands our struggles, our failures, and our frailty better than we do.   You will hear how some of the greatest people in Scripture experienced painful setbacks, including Peter's denial of Christ and Moses' long journey in the wilderness. Yet God never gave up on them, and He is not giving up on you either. Even when growth feels slow, God is faithfully shaping your life and drawing you closer to Himself.   If you have ever felt like you are failing in your walk with God, this episode will remind you that His grace is greater than your weakness. God is patiently working in your life, fulfilling His promises one step at a time.  

Focusing on God's grace, listen to Romans 3:23-28 … For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God's glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood. … God did this to demonstrate his righteousness, for he himself is fair and just, and he makes sinners right in his sight when they believe in Jesus. Can we boast, then, that we have done anything to be accepted by God? No, because our acquittal is not based on obeying the law. It is based on faith. So we are made right with God through faith and not by obeying the law. (NLT) Can you hear the connection between today's passage and yesterday's? The only way we are made right with God is through a relationship with Jesus. Once again, we believe that what God says He has done for us is true. Jesus paid the penalty for sin that we could never pay.Listen to verses 22 thru 24 in The Message Bible … The God-setting-things-right that we read about has become Jesus-setting-things-right for us. And not only for us, but for everyone who believes in him. For there is no difference between us and them in this. Since we've compiled this long and sorry record as sinners (both us and them) and proved that we are utterly incapable of living the glorious lives God wills for us, God did it for us. Out of sheer generosity he put us in right standing with himself. A pure gift. He got us out of the mess we're in and restored us to where he always wanted us to be. And he did it by means of Jesus Christ.Is there anything you could possibly do today to quote-unquote deserve your salvation?Do you view what God has done for you as His gift to you?We are free to become what God designed us to be because of Jesus. We pray you really allow that truth to sink in and take it as your own this week.Let's pray together: “Heavenly Father, forgive me when I don't believe what You can do in me because of things I have done. Help me to trust You, to believe You, and to live out what You have planned for me. As above, so below.”

Exodus 4 confronts us with two critical misunderstandings that can cripple our spiritual effectiveness. First, we often believe God cannot use us because of our weaknesses and limitations. Moses argued with God, citing his inadequacies, his past failures, even his speech impediment. Yet God's response is stunning: He asks who made the mouth, who gives sight or hearing, who allows disabilities. God is sovereign over both our abilities and our disabilities, and He ordains them so that when we serve, people marvel at Him rather than us. The transformation of Moses' ordinary shepherd staff into the rod of God becomes a beautiful metaphor for our lives. When we submit our ordinary, limited selves to God's commands, He transforms us into statements of His power. The second misunderstanding is equally dangerous: believing God will use us even while we walk in deliberate disobedience. When God confronted Moses about his failure to circumcise his son, He revealed a non-negotiable truth: we cannot lead God's covenant people while disregarding His covenant in our own homes. This message calls us to examine four major roadblocks in our culture: sexual immorality, greed, bitterness, and idolatry. The beauty is that God's love meets us in our sins through the cross of Christ, but His love also demands our consecration. We are invited to bring our weaknesses and our sins to Jesus, to be cleansed and made fit for the extraordinary work He has planned for ordinary people like us.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260509dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion [Jesus said to his disciples] “I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live.” John 14:16-19 The Promise Do you like being alone? Sure, it can be nice to take a walk by yourself to clear your head or escape to the garage for some quiet tinkering. But when the bad news comes, or the holidays arrive, or the loneliness settles in, do you like being alone? As Jesus prepared his disciples for his departure—both his departure to death on the cross and his departure to heaven at his ascension—he comforted his disciples. He didn't want them to feel abandoned by him and left on their own. So, he made a promise to them. God was going to give his Counselor, the Holy Spirit, to be with them forever. They were not going to be alone, in good times or in bad times. The promise Jesus made to his disciples is also for you. He knows there are times when you are going to feel alone. There will be times when temptation will seem ready to overwhelm you. There will be times that sorrow or trouble or the death of a loved one will leave you standing, not knowing what direction to turn. Yet God has not left you alone. When he made you his child, he sent the Holy Spirit to be with you. By your side, he reminds you of the comfort and promise of the Resurrection. Because Jesus lives, you too will live. No matter what the trial or the sorrow, nothing can take away the sure fulfillment of this promise. You will live because Jesus has rescued you from death. He has rescued you from sin. He has replaced it with eternal life. Prayer: Dearest Jesus, I give thanks that you have not abandoned me but have sent your Holy Spirit to keep your promise of eternal life before me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

The shepherd imagery of Psalm 23 is well known and loved by many. What is not so well known is that this psalm is set in the barren Judean wilderness, not on the lush, green hills usually imagined. Yet God is able to provide abundantly despite scarcity and danger. And like this psalm, Isaiah 25 assures us that one day God will rescue and provide a feast for all peoples to celebrate His victory over this world's enemies.

https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20260509dev.mp3 Listen to Devotion [Jesus said to his disciples] “I will ask the Father, and he will give you another advocate to help you and be with you forever—the Spirit of truth. The world cannot accept him, because it neither sees him nor knows him. But you know him, for he lives with you and will be in you. I will not leave you as orphans; I will come to you. Before long, the world will not see me anymore, but you will see me. Because I live, you also will live.” John 14:16-19 The Promise Do you like being alone? Sure, it can be nice to take a walk by yourself to clear your head or escape to the garage for some quiet tinkering. But when the bad news comes, or the holidays arrive, or the loneliness settles in, do you like being alone? As Jesus prepared his disciples for his departure—both his departure to death on the cross and his departure to heaven at his ascension—he comforted his disciples. He didn't want them to feel abandoned by him and left on their own. So, he made a promise to them. God was going to give his Counselor, the Holy Spirit, to be with them forever. They were not going to be alone, in good times or in bad times. The promise Jesus made to his disciples is also for you. He knows there are times when you are going to feel alone. There will be times when temptation will seem ready to overwhelm you. There will be times that sorrow or trouble or the death of a loved one will leave you standing, not knowing what direction to turn. Yet God has not left you alone. When he made you his child, he sent the Holy Spirit to be with you. By your side, he reminds you of the comfort and promise of the Resurrection. Because Jesus lives, you too will live. No matter what the trial or the sorrow, nothing can take away the sure fulfillment of this promise. You will live because Jesus has rescued you from death. He has rescued you from sin. He has replaced it with eternal life. Prayer: Dearest Jesus, I give thanks that you have not abandoned me but have sent your Holy Spirit to keep your promise of eternal life before me. Amen. Daily Devotions is brought to you by WELS. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 3.0 United States License. All Scripture quotations, unless otherwise indicated, are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version®, NIV®. Copyright ©1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. ™ Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved worldwide.

What if the most heartbreaking grief in the book of Job wasn't just Job's—but his wife's silent agony beside him? She lost everything too: ten children, security, and now watched her husband suffer in ashes. In one raw moment she cried out, “Curse God and die!”—words born not of rebellion, but overwhelming pain. Yet God never rebuked her. No condemnation, only merciful silence and later restoration. This powerful reflection reveals how divine compassion makes room for imperfect, grief-stricken honesty. Discover fresh hope for anyone crushed by loss: God hears angry prayers, understands broken faith, and writes a better ending. A must-listen for every hurting heart. Listen now.

After the victory on Mount Carmel, Elijah collapsed into fear, exhaustion, and despair. Yet God did not shame him or abandon him. In 1 Kings 19, we see the mercy of a God who pursues His people into their deepest places and provides what they need to keep going. This episode is a prayerful reminder that the Lord is near to the weary and brokenhearted.

“I used to believe that I ought to do everything I could to oppose the very name of Jesus the Nazarene. Indeed, I did just that in Jerusalem. Authorized by the leading priests, I caused many believers there to be sent to prison. And I cast my vote against them when they were condemned to death. Many times I had them punished in the synagogues to get them to curse Jesus. I was so violently opposed to them that I even chased them down in foreign cities.” (Acts 26:9–11 NLT) Every person in your life who doesn’t know Christ represents a spiritual opportunity for you. If you’re like most people, you probably have some acquaintances who seem as though they would be receptive to the gospel message. It takes no great stretch of the imagination to picture them as fellow believers, worshipping and serving the Lord alongside you. On the other hand, you probably have other acquaintances who seem so far from God—whose lives are so broken and whose priorities are so mixed up—that you’re tempted to write them off as lost causes. If that’s the case, God’s Word has a message for you: don’t. Don’t fall into the devil’s trap of believing that certain people are beyond God’s reach. The reality is that no one who draws breath is beyond redemption. In Acts 26:9–11, the apostle Paul describes one of the most amazing conversions of all time—a conversion so unlikely that even Jesus’ disciples didn’t think it was possible. He’s describing, of course, his own conversion. “I used to believe that I ought to do everything I could to oppose the very name of Jesus the Nazarene. Indeed, I did just that in Jerusalem. Authorized by the leading priests, I caused many believers there to be sent to prison. And I cast my vote against them when they were condemned to death. Many times I had them punished in the synagogues to get them to curse Jesus. I was so violently opposed to them that I even chased them down in foreign cities” (NLT). When he was known as Saul of Tarsus, Paul was one of the most radical antagonists of the early church. It was Saul who presided over the death of Stephen, the first martyr of the church who courageously stood up for his faith. It was Saul who went out of his way to hunt down Christians, imprison them, and even destroy them. This man was bent on the eradication of the Christian faith. Yet God saved him and changed his life beyond recognition. That’s the power of the gospel. If you know an antagonistic person, someone who seems to go out of their way to make your life miserable, someone who’s always trying to stump you with a hard question, it just may be that they’re closer to the kingdom of God than you realize. Sometimes the people who attack the most or resist the hardest are under the conviction of the Holy Spirit. Their lashing out is the last struggle of their old self. They may be closer to conversion than you realize. No one is beyond the reach of God. Reflection question: How can you reach out to someone who seems unreachable? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Genesis 26, we see the faithfulness of God on full display — not because of Isaac's perfection, but in spite of it. Just as with Abraham, Isaac stumbles, fears, and falls into familiar patterns. Yet God's promises do not falter. What the Lord has spoken, He will surely bring to pass. This reminds us that the covenant rests not on human strength, but on divine faithfulness. Despite us, God remains committed to fulfill every promise He has made.

In many ways Samson's story leaves us longing for what could have been had Samson's life demonstrated a pattern of faithfulness.  Yet God still used Samson to bring deliverance to His people and even point us forward to the one who's life doesn't leave us longing, but rather imparts to us the fulness of a life blessed by God. 

“If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth.” (1 John 1:8 NLT) Visitors to San Francisco can’t help but be amazed at the architectural marvel that is the Golden Gate Bridge. But its beauty and innovation came at a tremendous cost. During the initial phases of construction, several workers lost their balance and plunged to their deaths in the San Francisco Bay. The builders were concerned about the human tragedy, of course. But they were also concerned about the delays in the schedule because of the deaths. They needed to find a way to keep their workers safe under the most dangerous conditions. The solution they arrived at was something that had never been done before. The builders installed a giant safety net under the construction area. The workers knew that if they fell, the net would catch them. The experience wouldn’t necessarily be pleasant for the unfortunate worker, but at least he would live to tell about it. Thanks to the net, workers could go about their business without the fear of dying. With the threat removed, they were able to move quickly and finish the project. Did you know that God has put a safety net under you? By that I mean, when you slip, when you fall, when you make a mistake, you don’t have to worry that your name will be blotted out of the Book of Life. You don’t have to face the prospect of becoming persona non grata with God. The apostle Paul wrote, “For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard. Yet God, in his grace, freely makes us right in his sight. He did this through Christ Jesus when he freed us from the penalty for our sins. For God presented Jesus as the sacrifice for sin. People are made right with God when they believe that Jesus sacrificed his life, shedding his blood” (Romans 3:23–25 NLT). If you believe in Christ, you have a spiritual safety net. You have a barrier against spiritual death. Because Jesus came into your heart, forgave you, and committed Himself to you, He now protects you, seals you, and justifies you because of that commitment. The fact is that we as Christians will sin and fall short. The Scriptures, as well as our own experiences in life, tell us this is true. According to 1 John 1:8, “If we claim we have no sin, we are only fooling ourselves and not living in the truth” (NLT). This isn’t an excuse for ungodly living. Nor is it a license for sin. It’s a simple acknowledgment of reality. Yet Paul wrote, “I am convinced that nothing can ever separate us from God’s love. Neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither our fears for today nor our worries about tomorrow—not even the powers of hell can separate us from God’s love” (Romans 8:38 NLT). Nothing can dismantle our safety net. Reflection question: What does your spiritual safety net mean to you? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — The audio production of the podcast "Greg Laurie: Daily Devotions" utilizes Generative AI technology. This allows us to deliver consistent, high-quality content while preserving Harvest's mission to "know God and make Him known." All devotional content is written and owned by Pastor Greg Laurie. Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.