In the Life of Christ Sometimes I catch myself treating trust as though it means waiting until God removes every difficult decision. Surely, I think, if the Lord is guiding me, the next step will become unmistakable. Then I encounter Naomi making plans for Ruth, and Jesus rising from prayer to face the cross. BothContinue reading “Trust That Gets Up and Walks”
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When You Can Only See the Next Step
As the Day Begins “I will do whatever you say,” Ruth answered. —Ruth 3:5, NIV I understand the desire to have everything settled before taking the next step. We want assurance that the conversation will go well, the opportunity will last, and obedience will leave us comfortable. Ruth had no such complete view when sheContinue reading “When You Can Only See the Next Step”
Today’s Spiritual Disciplines
October 10, 2026 May the Lord steady your heart, sharpen your understanding, and strengthen your willingness to follow Him today. Welcome to a day of daily devotions and Scripture reflections that will help us receive God’s grace and carry it into ordinary life. Today’s Spiritual Discipline Theme: Trusting God’s grace and practicing faithful obedience. Together,Continue reading “Today’s Spiritual Disciplines”
When Good Things Distract Us from God’s Best
DID YOU KNOW Distraction is not always caused by something obviously sinful. Often, we lose our way by giving excessive attention to legitimate concerns—our homes, financial security, personal comfort, work, or reputation. These matters deserve responsible care, but they become spiritually dangerous when they displace the work God has entrusted to us. Haggai, Acts, andContinue reading “When Good Things Distract Us from God’s Best”
God’s Will Is Learned While Walking
The Bible in a Year “Let us acknowledge the Lord; let us press on to acknowledge him. As surely as the sun rises, he will appear.” — Hosea 6:3 Many of us have prayed, “Lord, show me Your will.” We want to know which opportunity to accept, which direction to travel, or how a difficultContinue reading “God’s Will Is Learned While Walking”
When God Roars, Faith Moves
DID YOU KNOW God does not reveal His truth merely to satisfy our curiosity. He speaks so that His people may understand His character, recognize His activity, and respond faithfully. Amos heard the Lord’s warning like the roar of a lion. Philip received direction toward a lonely desert road. Saul was interrupted on his journeyContinue reading “When God Roars, Faith Moves”
A Faith That Remains Standing
As the Day Ends “And ye shall be hated of all men for my name’s sake: but he that endureth to the end shall be saved.” —Matthew 10:22 Jesus never concealed the cost of following Him. He told His disciples that loyalty to His name could bring rejection, misunderstanding, and suffering. To receive Christ asContinue reading “A Faith That Remains Standing”