
Kindness That Blooms in Barren Seasons
Even in seasons of deep need, we’re not disqualified from extending kindness to others.

Revive Our HeartsEven in seasons of deep need, we’re not disqualified from extending kindness to others.
Revive Our Hearts
Even in seasons of deep need, we’re not disqualified from extending kindness to others.

Fear is something every person experiences—but few truly understand. What is fear, really? Why does it feel so powerful, and what does it do to our hearts, minds, and faith? If you’ve ever felt gri…

Light shines in the darkness for the godly. They are generous, compassionate, and righteous. Psalm 112:4 The Psalms hold a unique place in scripture. Some Ps

There have been many archeological discoveries over the years that have left an indelible imprint on how people have come to understand the modern world.As a prime example, the Dead Sea Scrolls, uncovered in a cave by a young shepherd boy in 1947, had a profound effect on Christians by...

There have been many archeological discoveries over the years that have left an indelible imprint on how people have come to understand the modern world.As a prime example, the Dead Sea Scrolls, uncovered in a cave by a young shepherd boy in 1947, had a profound effect on Christians by...

Many Christians quietly struggle with this question: “How can I know I’m truly saved?” You may believe the gospel, yet still wrestle with doubts about whether your faith is genuine. You may w…

NASHVILLE - For centuries, scientists, theologians, and everyday people have attempted to justify or refute the existence of angels and demons. The advocacy for the existence of angels is a welcoming thought as it only strengthens one’s faith in what lies beyond our world. But what about demons? Often associated...
Mary Rooney Armand
When God seems silent, it is hard to wait for answers or directions. Heather Jeffrey shares how we find purpose in a season of waiting on God.
Revive Our Hearts
Our culture urges us to conceal or conquer weakness—but the apostle Paul shows a different way. His example reminds us that we can actually boast in our weakness, because it produces real power.
Karisa MooreinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” – Psalm 139:23-24Please Pray:Lord Jesus, reveal any sin that so easily entangles me. You know me and understand my thoughts....

By Oswald Chambers Image generated via AI. “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep.” — John 4:11 “The well is deep”—indeed! The well of human nature is …

Our culture has an aversion to crying. I’ve heard people apologize, dismiss, and feel guilty and embarrassed for their tears. I’ve seen people contain and control their expression of their grief. Often, I’ve observed the message behind the holding back of tears to be a belief: “big girls don’t cry.”

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS Biblical speech must be gracious and gentle when contending for the faith; yet disagreement persists due to sin, ignorance, or conflicting worldviews, not merely poor co…

By humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches and honor and life. -- Proverbs 22.4 (NIV)Is true humility always letting the next person go ahead in line at a checkout? We often do that if it seems the person ahead of us doesn't have a lot of items,...

The prior two posts are on spiritual eating as presented in the gospels and in some of the epistles. Our eating of this spiritual nourishment is for our growth in the divine life so that we will ma…

“…having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” -2 Timothy 3:5, NKJV I have lost my tolerance for religious spin words. This is one of those things that have happened after my experience surviving my ex-wife’s infidelity. Not only am I painfully aware of how such words are … Continue reading "Allergic Reaction to Religious Babble"
Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. --James 4:10 (NKJV)One of the most common traits in Western culture is the propensity to magnify personal attributes. We are taught that achieving success requires us to stand out, get noticed, and excel above everyone else....
Nancy C. Williams
When God sanctifies us for His kingdom work, He often calls us to engage with Him in some “deep cleaning” for our hearts.

Read the events following the feeding of the five thousand: John 6:22-59. These passages are pregnant with meaning and essential wisdom for everyone who cal ...

What is the primary weapon we should use to resist temptation? The word of God. Study it, memorize it, and you will benefit in so many ways.
Peggi Tustan
The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with his love, He will rejoice over you with singing. (Zephaniah 3:17 NIV) At one time, I couldn't own this verse. Intellectually, I knew it was true....

Welcome to Real Life . Join me in celebrating. Recently, this blog recently reached a HUGE milestone— one million views ! Can you believe it...

By Elizabeth Prata Some years ago, Tim Challies posted an article titled The Most Terrifying Thing God Can Do. It’s a terrifying article. It impacted me when I read it and apparently it did f…
Keri WillisinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
"If you love me, obey my commandments." -- John 14:15 (NLT)“Obedience is the very best way to show that you believe.” That line and the first notes of this song are forever embedded in my brain. It is a song we came home from Vacation Bible School singing on repeat....
Keri WillisinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive every thought to make it obedient to Christ. --2 Corinthians 10:5Please Pray:Heavenly Father, Please guide my heart and mind today. Fill me with your Holy Spirit, my Comforter and Counselor so...

Though the theme of trusting God has been consistent throughout this series of studies, we will now examine more closely what trusting God means today, in the midst of “these present circumstances.” As I sat working on the original manuscript for this book, the world was more than a year into a pandemic. Millions of people contracted the disease, millions died, and some live with the disease’s life-altering consequences. Businesses failed, economies were ruined, and national debt became incalcul

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS This essay explores Christian disagreement, urging discernment in speech, balancing boldness with love, and promoting patient, Scripture-centered, civil discourse that f…

I am not a bit flippant when I say that I might have worshiped the sun. St. Patrick had words for us sun lovers—words that are still true.

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS Balaam’s talking donkey reveals his spiritual blindness and greed, contrasting Moses’ reverent response to God at the burning bush, illustrating how false prophets miss …
Mike Genung
Mark Skalberg has over 40 years of pastoral experience, serving as the lead Pastor of Canyons Community Church in Castle Rock, Colorado, Woodmen Valley Chapel, Calvary Chapel, and others. He has served as the Ministry Director for Salem in Colorado Springs, and since 1992, Mark Read More

The Old Testament has multiple pictures of spiritual eating and the reality of this eating begins in the gospels. It continues in the epistles. In 1 Corinthians 3:1 Paul speaks to them as “in…

By Elizabeth Prata Before I was saved, the whole Jesus thing was pretty mystifying to me. It seemed so complicated, and weird, too. I mean, the blood and everything. [shudder]. And I definitely did…

Explore Christian existentialism in 'Wayfinding: Journey to Become a Temple of God' by J.K. Ward. Review by Dr. Markus McDowell.

Image generated via AI. They say a picture is worth a 1000 words. With that said, I wonder what a 1000 blog posts are worth? In case you haven’t caught on by now, this is blog number 1000 pos…

Image and identity are hotly debated topics today. How should we see ourselves? How should we respond to society’s ongoing pressure to shape our appearance, behaviour, or possessions to gain success and acceptance? How do we manage our insecurities about who we are? Others’ opinions, reactions, and actions often greatly influence how we perceive ourselves. Our self-view affects how we live out the lives God has given us. However, neither scars nor praise can reveal the truth about who we truly a

Extended singleness isn't just a phase; for many, it’s a purposeful season of life.According to a recent Pew Research study, roughly 25% of

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS A quirky Victorian fad—women collecting seaweed because botany was considered too risqué—reveals how dramatically cultural norms can swing. Such shifts remind Christians…

Sometimes, all I manage to do is sit and whisper, “Hi. I’m here.” That is proseuchē. It’s not asking for anything. It's merely relationship.
A top Bible College in Lagos Nigeria begins on-site classes. The Book Academy Technical School is one of the Bible Colleges in Lagos Nigeria. This Bible School in Nigeria has a robust online Bible School that has over 50000 students registered over the years. The on-site classes of The Book Academy Technical School will attract […]
Kim Gentry MeyerinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
In fact, this is love for God: to keep his commands. And his commands are not burdensome. - 1 John 5:3Last month I explored how we can show our love for God through our actions, such as obeying His commands. The importance of obedience is highlighted throughout the Bible, and...

When the parable of the sower is explained, it leads us to an unavoidable truth: the condition of the soil is our responsibility.
Carol McLeod
Some days simply feel gray. Not dark enough to call it depression… but certainly not bright enough to call it joy. It’s that dull, listless feeling that quietly whispers, “Nothing special will happen today.” I like to call those moments the blahs .

“He replied, ‘Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.’” -- Luke 11:28Please Pray: Dear Jesus, Your Word says, "Blessed are those who hear the word of God and obey it. (Luke 11:28 NIV)." Lord, we admit that this is hard for us at times....

“He replied, ‘Blessed rather are those who hear the word of God and obey it.’” -- Luke 11:28Hear the word of God… Hear a word for God…and obey.There’s a lot to unpack in this verse and section of Luke, but it always brings to mind the times in my life...

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12Please Pray: Heavenly Father, Forgive us, Lord, for the moments we failed to wait patiently on you. Thank you that even when we fail, you are still patient with us and not even our impatience can hinder...

The regular Major League Baseball season begins March 25. But for lots of young players, the season begins the moment someone is willing to play catch. Each week I walk past a ballpark. From the earliest days of spring until early autumn, I hear the young voices, the crack of...

I’ve spoken to many people, one-on-one, and it is interesting to hear them say that if only they could see Jesus, they would believe. If only they could see ...

Good day, beautiful people, It’s been a very long minute. I hope you’re all well and having a beautiful time of reflection leading up to the sacred Easter period? I pray that the light of Chr…

“Likewise, you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”” -- 1 Peter 5:5-6Please Pray: Heavenly Father, I am so thankful that we live in a world...

“Likewise, you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”” -- 1 Peter 5:5-6 Back in the day. Money doesn’t grow on trees. You can’t teach an...

Discover how Ecclesiastes reveals three prayers that cut through life’s vanity. This introduction enriches your prayer life with lessons in listening, faith ...

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Christians must contend for the faith with truth and love, rejecting shallow “drive-by” comments, pursuing humble dialogue, and standing firm despite opposition in toda…

In an interview with Greg Laurie, Shannon Bream opened up about her illness and her faith amid life struggles.
If you didn’t have “Golden” from K-Pop Demon Hunters in your top songs last year, you probably know someone who did. And now, fresh off its Oscar win, it’s having an even bigger moment.The animated Netflix film took the world by storm. Kids are singing the songs in the car, teens are memorizing the lyrics and TikTok dances, and parents—whether they meant to or not—are humming along too.The movie's premise is a little wild at first. There is a supernatural harmony in the world that protects human
Carol McLeod
Blair Linne joins the Joy for the Journey blog this week with an excerpt from her book, Made to Tremble: How Anxiety Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to My Faith . “When I think about running away and hiding from God, along with anxiety, I think of that famous

Are You Satisfied with Your Life? For those of you like me facing 65 or older, do you find yourself asking “What am I doing with my life?”...

Revelation 4 - John's Vision or Visit to heaven and God's throne. In Revelation 4 John has a vision or visit to heaven and God's throne. We see 4 beasts, 24 elders...
Revive Our Hearts
What begins as a tiny shoot of discontent can quickly grow into thorns of bitterness that overtake our hearts and choke everything else out.

He (Jesus) has paid a full ransom for his people. He has guaranteed his covenant with them forever. What a holy, awe-inspiring name he has! Psalm 111:9 The P
Connie HarperinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility consider others as more important than yourselves. – Philippians 2:3 (CSB) I love to write. I live to write. It’s a passion I’ve enjoyed most of my life. When I was a young girl I would climb my grandparents’...

For you are the children of your father the devil, and you love to do the evil things he does…. When he lies, it is consistent with his character; for he is a liar and the father of lies. -John 8:44a,c, NLT When you find someone who lies with ease, you are finding someone who … Continue reading "Father of habitual liars"
Carlene Hill ByroninDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’” – 1 Peter 5:5 (RSV) Anyone who meets me sees confidence in my posture, my stride, my readiness to join almost any conversation. Projecting confidence is how you get...
Carlene Hill ByroninDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Clothe yourselves, all of you, with humility toward one another, for ‘God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.’” – 1 Peter 5:5 (RSV)Please Pray: God, all the talents and resources I have come from you, and today I’ve had chances to bless others with them. Some of...

By Elizabeth Prata Aseity When we affirm that God is eternal, we are also saying that He possesses the attribute of aseity, or self-existence. … Unlike creation, God is self-existent, uncause…

Starting now, let’s begin to dismantle the stronghold that fear has on your life. There’s no better time to begin. This is the second part in my series on fear. Find the first one…
Keri Willis
Good Afternoon Friends, Thanks for being here. I appreciate all of you who read the words I believe God has laid on my heart to share. I pray you are blessed and nourished by them. You have probabl…
Beth PatchinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. – Romans 5:3-4 My sister and I stood knee-deep in the restless water at the ocean’s...

“He is not here, he has risen, JUST AS HE SAID ” - Matthew 28:6 (emphasis added) These are some of my favorite words in the Bible. Without the resurrection what do we have? But I think, for years, I was so focused on the words, HE IS RISEN, that I missed the scene they’re set in almost entirely!

In addition to the New Testament portions already presented, 1 Peter 2 has good verses on nourishment, growth, and building, all of which are for New Jerusalem. First Peter 1:23 announces that we h…

And they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men. And being unable to get to Him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above Him; and when they had dug an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic was lying. And Jesus, seeing...

they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men. And being unable to get to Him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above Him; and when they had dug an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic was lying. And Jesus, seeing their...

How do you help friends who are suffering when their needs feel overwhelming? A simple, practical way to carry burdens together through prayer, shared needs, and everyday acts of care—without pressure or guilt.
Sheryl H. Boldt
Sometimes the fallout of our reckless words is so painful that others don’t want to be around us. Sometimes we don’t even want to be around ourselves. In the process, we may damage our witness in ways that can’t be restored.

The third word Paul used in encompassing the elements of prayer: intercession. In Greek, it is "enteuxis." Enteuxis turns prayer outward.

When you are expecting a package from Amazon, do you ever track the package? Like, actually watch the little Amazon van move on a map. I can’t get it to work on my phone, probably because I suffer …

The migration of the patriarchs from their place of origin into the land of Canaan is emphasized several times in the Old Testament as an integral ingredient of biblical history. In fact, the early…

He ironed. I watched. I stood in the door frame of my guest room, watching my nephew Jonathan iron the wrinkles out of his crumpled shirt and the creases out of his crumpled heart. He’d stopped by for a visit on his way to a wedding in my hometown, and his clothes were a mess. He ironed and talked. Read more...

There’s actually a spiritual meaning behind St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick’s Day is really about God’s grace and the power of the gospel.

Why does cheating for some people seem necessary in their quest for “self discovery”? I do not see this as necessarily connected. One can explore oneself without betraying one’s spouse. However, I suspect this behavior is in part a holdover from cheaters never really rebelling as a youth as it wasn’t safe for them. They … Continue reading "Burden to their “self-discovery”"

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS A closed coffee shop prompts my reflection on the importance of “third places”—informal public spaces where community forms and conversations flourish. Such …
Eddie Jones
A bruised “read” he shall not… what? (add your answer in comments) Perhaps you’ve heard people say: “Read between the lines.” “Read more, worry less.” “Read the room.” “Read the fine print.” “Read the writing on the wall.” “A book unread is a life unlived.” “Read widely, think deeply.” “Once you learn to read, you […]

It is always my pleasure to host Ottawa-based caregiver and writer Lise Cloutier-Steele here at the Caregivers' Living Room. Lise's voice i...
Karisa MooreinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” – Psalm 139:23-24“It’s not a competition.” I’ve heard those words from trustworthy sources concerning my input during conversations twice this...

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12 A few days ago, I found myself pouring out a specific prayer for a particular situation that weighs heavily on my heart. I had been lifting it to the Lord in prayer repeatedly, yet the answer...
Beth PatchinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. – Romans 5:3-4 Please Pray: For all of us who are feeling the effects of the...
Mary Rooney Armand
Learning why we obey God is not a topic we discuss enough. It is unpopular, tough and uncomfortable. But obedience to God is required in a life following Christ. It shows we chose to love and align our lives with the word of God and the ways of Jesus.

By humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches and honor and life. -- Proverbs 22:4 (NIV)Please Pray:Lord, thank You for the example of Jesus, who stepped out of ivory palaces and took up a servant’s towel. Help me to seek the humility described—not as a performance to be...
Eddie Jones
I doubt you’ll read this, but here it is. When in doubt, don’t. When in doubt, leave it out. I would rather have doubt than certainty. Doubt is the beginning of wisdom. If in doubt, cut it out. Beyond a shadow of a doubt. Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. He who has […]
Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. – James 4:10 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, give us humble hearts. May we strive to serve instead of seeking recognition. May we be mindful that we can’t do anything of substance without You. In Jesus’ Name,...

Abstract This essay on divine repentance originated as a lecture delivered to students at Northern Seminary and has been further developed from course notes prepared for my “Old Testament The…

By Elizabeth Prata The thread of Christianity depends on a unity from one generation to the next of mutual understanding of our important words. Hence the Word of the Week. Aseity
Connie HarperinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Do nothing out of selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility consider others as more important than yourselves. – Philippians 2:3 (CSB) Please Pray:Father, thank You for giving me a job to do. Thank You for equipping me and giving me the confidence I need—not in myself but in You....
We continue our walk with Jesus through his trial and execution. This week we stand with him at Golgotha, "the place of the skull,"
Lisa Price
We proclaim Him, admonishing every person and teaching every person with all wisdom, so that we may present every person complete in Christ- Colossians 1:28 NASB Fourteen-ish years ago w…
Mary Rooney ArmandinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“But those who obey God’s word truly show how completely they love him. That is how we know we are living in him.” -- 1 John 2:5 (NLT)Please Pray:Dear Jesus, teach me to listen and trust You, even when the path is uncertain. Give me a willing heart to obey...
Mary Rooney ArmandinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“But those who obey God’s word truly show how completely they love him. That is how we know we are living in him.” -- 1 John 2:5 (NLT) When my kids were young, one of the parents in our community would say, “Delayed obedience is disobedience.” I understand why obedience...
If you want the latest Nigerian gospel movies 2026, I am bringing you one in this post. This latest Christian movie in Nigeria is from the stable of Zion Box Christian Films, our gospel film ministry platform. Latest Nigerian gospel movies 2026 There are many latest Nigerian gospel movies 2026. We are in the […]

Israel journeyed from Egypt to the good land with three stages of eating—the passover, the manna, and the rich produce of the land, followed by particular individuals enjoying the Lord’s word…
Amy Burgin
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn a Thursday night, I sit in a circle of fourteen people. The leader creates space for us to practice forgiveness. “Think of a debt someone owed you,” he says. But no thought of anything owed to me comes to mind. I am disinterested in the agenda and eager to meet with my God, so instead



