Revive Our HeartsGenesis may feel familiar, but it holds more than we often notice. Slow down and discover how these opening chapters shape the entire story of Scripture—and your walk with God.
Revive Our Hearts
Genesis may feel familiar, but it holds more than we often notice. Slow down and discover how these opening chapters shape the entire story of Scripture—and your walk with God.
3 Practical Ways to Become a Doer of the Word Years ago, after being out of the workforce for two decades, I decided to go back to work pa...
Nancy C. Williams
The Lord shall preserve your going out and your coming in from this time forth, and even forevermore. (Psalm 121:8) Why all the fuss over New Year’s? As clocks around …
It’s that time of year again! Amidst all the baubles, beads, and good cheer being dispensed as we close out 2025, it is also a good time to reflect on the year in faith-based entertainment that may or may not have caught your eye. For the Crossmap editorial team, once...
DALLAS -- Movie director Jon Erwin is someone who has had great success over the years. From October Baby way back in 2011 to Jesus Revolution and back to I Can Only Imagine, the Birmingham, Alabama native has always had a knack for finding and telling stories that resonate with...
Shows like "House of David" and "The Chosen" do not completely stay true to Scripture? Let's talk about it.
Sheryl H. Boldt
Self-esteem is a fragile thing, especially when we don’t base it on what God’s Word says about us. In the past, I based my self-worth on what I did (or didn’t) accomplish or what others thought of me. My relentless need to be loved and accepted drove me to unhealthy relationships, which left emotional scars.
NOTE: This is the third in a series where I consider some of the faith and arts issues surrounding artificial intelligence. Click here to read Part 1: The Issue of Virtuosity or Part 2: The Is…
Before America can have a spiritual awakening, we need church revival. The first step of a spiritual awakening is personal revival.
Have you ever walked through a season where evil seemed louder than God's goodness? In those times, trust the power of God, especially when darkness feels stron
Revive Our Hearts
When was the last time you thanked God for the body He’s given you?
Janet Perez-Eckles
A simple moment in a Cuban airport revealed a powerful spiritual truth I had missed for years.
Wanda Alger
Last week, the Lord revealed a very specific message to those high profile ministers who are being accused of wrongdoing. Through a powerful dream, He pointed to four specific directives for those ministers who have yet to take account for allegations and charges brought against them. His directives will reveal who is pure of heart, and who is not. This word will be instructional for all...
By Elizabeth Prata A New Year’s Eve celebration at Restaurant Martin in New York City, 1907. Library of Congress photo I like to read old newspapers from the 1800s and early 1900s. Especially…
This New Year devotional encourages us to begin thinking like the early church. In 2026, let’s take the Bible back into our own hands.
Nicole O'Meara
Without delay, I give you the best books I read in 2025. Some of these titles were published long before 2025, and I am only now getting to them. They still merit mention. My five categories are: Fiction. Nonfiction. Biography. Poetry. Cozy Mystery.
For those who might not know, The Crossmap Podcast features inspiring heart-to-heart conversations with Christian newsmakers of the day including authors, experts, pastors, and entertainers on topics that are good for the entire family while honoring your faith-based values. Crossmap managing editor Chris Carpenter engages guests in thought-provoking but light-hearted...
Revive Our Hearts
Reading the whole Bible is not required to be a true Christian. But a whole Christian needs the whole Bible in order to thrive.
I never expected joy to be something I would have to go searching for. I grew up hearing that Christians should be joyful, that joy was something you choose, that joy was the proof that God was near. But somewhere along the way, joy became a word that didn’t feel connected to my actual life. I tried
Lisa Price
I tend to be a bit of a curmudgeon when it comes to the New Year, although this was not always the case. As a child I was fascinated by the whole concept of the New Year. The notion of getting of…
Eliezer Gonzalez
Don't underestimate or overestimate the devil. 1 Peter 5:8 calls us to sober vigilance -alert to spiritual danger while trusting in Christ's ultimate victory.
“Blessed is the man (woman) who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; but his (her) delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night.” --...
Nicole O'Meara
I love the “I will…” statements of God. They are God’s words, not someone’s report of God’s words. Words that are promises. Promises that will be fulfilled. I have started a list of verses here of God's "I will" statements. I encourage you to start your own. Be comforted.
“You MUST have known about her cheating,” says anxious outsider. “No way you didn’t have an idea that she was cheating,” says another anxious outsider. Whether or not you had suspicions (or even knew of the cheating) is not the same as giving them permission to cheat. Let’s be honest: Anxious people saying such things … Continue reading "“You MUST have known!”"
Sarah FreymuthinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17 As we inch our way towards 2026, we celebrate the coming of Christ to earth, living among us. He ushers in a new way of living, a...
Sarah FreymuthinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! – 2 Corinthians 5:17Please Pray: Father, thank You for this past year, for Your faithfulness and the way You’ve seen me through. Thank You that I am a new creation in...
If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness. -I John 1:9, NIV If we confess… This condition is rarely met with a cheater. They are unwilling to come clean with all their sins. Certainly, they are reluctant to seek forgiveness from their … Continue reading "If we confess our sins…"
Written by: Marianne White“He will give rest to the weary and satisfy the thirsty” - Isaiah 40:29On a quiet, holy night, this verse takes on even deeper meaning. In a moment of stillness, we can experience the peace and presence of God, who gently lifts our burdens and replenishes our...
Yvonne M MorganinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything, just as God now knows me completely. -- 1 Corinthians 13:12 (NLT)Please Pray:Heavenly Father, thank...
Yvonne M MorganinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Now we see things imperfectly, like puzzling reflections in a mirror, but then we will see everything with perfect clarity. All that I know now is partial and incomplete, but then I will know everything, just as God now knows me completely. -- 1 Corinthians 13:12 (NLT) A few years...
Nancy C. WilliamsinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and ... put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.” – Ephesians 4:23-24 (NKJV)Please Pray: Jesus, I raise my hands to You in a prayer of petition for You to be with me all...
Nancy C. WilliamsinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Be renewed in the spirit of your mind, and...put on the new man which was created according to God, in true righteousness and holiness.” – Ephesians 4:23-24 (NKJV) Here it is, the new year! It’s time to dump baggage left over from last year, kickstart our diets (again), and get...
I was a rambunctious, mischievous young child—especially when left alone in the garage. That’s where I found the can of black paint. I had watched my dad open it with a screwdriver. So I did the same, all by myself. With brush in hand, I painted the porch posts as...
Carlene Hill ByroninDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” – Zechariah 4:10 (NLT)Please Pray: God, I often declare that you have “wonderfully made” me, then I spend all my time trying to make myself into someone different. This year, I resolve to make a...
For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. Ecclesiastes 3:I ESV
Mike Genung
As the following headlines from December show, the enemy continued to destroy lives with sexual sin through the Christmas season. – Active Church Member, Father Faces 76 Child Porn Charges: Polk County Sheriff – Pastor charged for sending sexually graphic photos of himself to a Read More
For everyone belongs to me, the parent as well as the child—both alike belong to me. The one who sins is the one who will die. -Ezekiel 18:4, NIV Nothing you can do! This is another way of saying the cheating is in no way your fault. You cannot control whether or not your cheater chooses … Continue reading "Nothing YOU Can Do"
Do you wish you felt more connected to friends and loved ones? Perhaps these habits are part of the reason you are feeling so lonely.
Did you ever stop to think that God is going to be as pleased to have you with Him in Heaven as you are to be there? (A.W. Tozer)
October 15 was the fortieth anniversary of my wife’s and my first date. At least I thought it was a date. Deb had asked if I would like to grab a drink after work, and as innocent as that was…
By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS The essay argues that while God used dreams during Christ’s advent and occasionally in Scripture, revelatory dreams ceased with the completed biblical canon. Claims of d…
“Let’s separate. I think that would be best for us both to heal,” says Cheater. Some cheaters will attempt to cloak their sins in robes of nobility. They will profess mutual benefit while using such as a cover to betray they spouse. That is just how some cheaters “roll.” They play the long-suffering martyr. However, … Continue reading "Cheaters Playing “The Martyr”"
By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS Modern Christian conferences have increasingly become large-scale spectacles marked by celebrity culture, political influence, and sensory excess, often eclipsing biblic…
Brief Biography of Pioneer Mission * PDF: Brief Biography of Pioneer Mission Blog: Geoffrey Waugh – Ministry & Mission CV…
When the prophet Isaiah proclaimed his vision of an ideal king in the eighth century before Christ, he painted a portrait of hope for a weary people. “For a child has been born for us, a son given …
Written by: Marianne White“ Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all people. For unto you is born this day in the city for David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord.” - Luke 2:10-11In a world that often feels full...
Amber GinterinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for...
Image generated via AI. Ah, New Year’s Eve — that magical night when we collectively decide that next year will be different… right after we finish this last plate of nachos and questionable c…
Every new year is a gift from God, and a chance to do things differently. 2026 is not asking for resolutions. It is asking for reorientation.
You really are God's favorite. Fear and scarcity thinking distort this truth. There is enough of God's love for all of us.
Carol McLeod
Joy was never meant to be something you manufacture . Joy is not a personality trait, a spiritual personality test, or a denial of pain. Joy—biblical joy—is a defiant, intentional choice to live aware of God’s presence even when life feels heavy.
Mike Genung
Mike and Rebekah, his daughter, discuss the new “Six Seven” trend in youth with occult influence, Jesus’ words to “Remember Lot’s Wife” in these last days, and the wonderful blessings God promises every believer who overcomes in Revelation 2 and 3, including: Rev. 2:7 – Read More
Faith and football. At first glance, it might appear that these two things don’t exactly go hand in hand. After all, to have complete trust or confidence in someone or something juxtaposed with the gritty, grueling nature found on the gridiron doesn't seem to mix. Or do they?But there is...
The Christ-follower is to actively avoid those who put on a pretense of godliness but who inwardly are ravenous wolves in sheeps clothing.
Kay Cude poetry. Used with permission. Right-Click to enlarge in new tab, or read text below Beautiful poetry, just beautiful. Our Sustenance, Our RestREST WELL”I cried aloud to the Lord, and…
By Elizabeth Prata In a few weeks I will have been blogging here at The End Time for 17 years straight. I’ve mainly posted a blog a day. This blog comprises 7,105 essays, with few repeats. Th…
Sheryl H. Boldt
Why do we celebrate Christmas? Why did Jesus come to live among us? Jesus came because of His amazing love for us. And because we needed Him to.
Tanja Tuovinen
Still, instead of being able to stroll through the stores or arrive in time to meet those you wish to meet, you’re circling the shopping mall’s parking lots in your car, watching others take the parking spots you had hoped to claim, and your anxiety level increases. Now we sing lyrics such as: ‘Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.’ So, they did find a place to stay, a manger, ‘a stable or a cave.’[1] Keep singing: ‘The stars in the bright sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus asleep on the hay.’ (Christmas Carol) Away in a manger, no crib for a bed, The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head. “Jesus may be lying in animal trough, but heaven is present at his birth.”[3] Heaven knew where Jesus would be when He came, and knew “Jesus is important not because of the setting of his birth, but because of who he is before God.”[4] Jesus was born in a humble way in Bethlehem.
Image generated via AI. When I was a child, as Christmas approached, I would get increasingly excited. I knew we celebrated the birth of Jesus Christ, but the gifts I received were usually awesome!…
Carol McLeod
Christmas is my favorite time of year. I love the lights, the music, the traditions, and the sense of wonder that seems to hover in the air. But more than anything else, I love the miracle of Christmas—the quiet, holy truth that God chose to enter our world in the most unexpected way.
Nancy C. Williams
The Christ of Christmas is also our Christ of thanksgiving–we owe Him our gratitude for His marvelous gift.
By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS This advent season, we reflect on the miraculous birth of Jesus, highlighting the significant roles of angels. From announcing His birth to guiding the Wise Men, angels …
Read Part 1 here. Abimelech Confronts Abraham After God spoke to him, Abimelech confronted Abraham about the problems he had caused for him and his family. Abraham had lied to him, and because of t…
Nancy C. WilliamsinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers“Though the fig tree may not blossom, nor fruit be on the vines; though the labor of the olive may fail, and the fields yield no food; though the flock may be cut off from the fold, and there be no herd in the stalls—yet I will rejoice in the...
The Lord your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing. Zephaniah 3:17 Each Christmas season I try to find an Advent devotional to direct my time with the Lord. As […]
In his book, Every Good Endeavor, Tim Keller writes:
Image generated via AI. The clock’s hands tremble at midnight,as if they too feel the weight of time’s turning.One breath, one heartbeat—and the old year exhales its final sigh.We stand at the thre…
Anneta Pinto-Young
“Now it came to pass when the king was dwelling in his house, and the Lord had given him rest from all his enemies all around” (II Samuel 7:1). In 2 Samuel 7, God reaffirmed his covenant with …
By Elizabeth Prata The animated film “David”, a Bible character and a film devoted to parts of David’s life, is in theaters now. There is some buzz about it, with some Christians …
“Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:13-14...
“Brethren, I do not regard myself as having laid hold of it yet; but one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and reaching forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:13-14Please...
And this hope is not a disappointing fantasy, because we can now experience the endless love of God cascading into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who lives in us! -Romans 5:5, TPT Despair lies all the time. It tells you to live in fear and give up all hope of a better future. … Continue reading "Despair is a nasty liar"
Shirley BrosiusinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3 (NIV) On the cusp of this new year, I am in the throes of a new beginning. I say “throes” because I’ve experienced a major life change. My husband of 64 years passed away on September 17. Going...
“Blessed is the man (woman) who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful; but his (her) delight is in the law of the Lord, And in His law he meditates day and night.” --...
Eliezer Gonzalez
Christmas is God's answer to shame. Through Isaiah 54, discover how God sees, meets, and replaces our disgrace with everlasting love through Jesus Christ.
Amber GinterinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God— not by works, so that no one can boast. For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for...
Eliezer Gonzalez
Christmas brings sorrow for many – grief, disappointment, loneliness. Isaiah 35 promises that God transforms our deserts and restores everlasting joy through Christ.
By Elizabeth Prata We are coming toward the end of our look at the life of Jesus through scripture. The first section of His life was seen through verses focused on prophecy, arrival, and early lif…
Nicole O'MearainDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” – Matthew...
"And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For...
Enrich your prayer life with Job's defiant integrity—learn to pray honestly in adversity, fostering deeper delight in God and unwavering truthfulness.
The people who walk in darkness will see a great light. For those who live in a land of deep darkness, a light will shine. – Isaiah 9:2 (NLT)Please Pray: Dear Triune God, The world feels darker this Christmas. But you know the dark, don’t you? You were born into...
I was eight years old, and our fourth grade classroom was abuzz with holiday craft activity—red and green construction paper, silver and gold glitter, dull scissors and sticky-white glue paste. Che…
It has been quite a year for family-friendly comedian Nate Bargatze. In addition to selling out arenas from coast to coast with his homespun brand of comedy and announcing his plans to open a theme park in the Nashville area, the Tennessee native will soon be adding actor to his...
Colossians 1:27 assures us of “Christ in you, the hope of glory.” He is in us and He is the glorious One but His glory has not yet been manifested in His people. Eventually this glory w…
Dear Readers, I hope this message finds you well as we step into the new year. I want to extend my heartfelt wishes that you had a blessed Christmas and a very Happy New Year. May 2026 bring you jo…
God’s judgments are punitive, but they are also redemptive, particularly for Israel. We read, “The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is longsuffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance” (2 Peter 3:9) ; “ For I am
Carlene Hill ByroninDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” – Zechariah 4:10 (NLT) I learned a lot about small beginnings from my all-time most successful New Years resolution. Some 40 years ago I resolved, “I like to bake; therefore, I will bake. Every week....
Sheryl H. Boldt
Do you long for God to do wonders in your life? In your marriage? In your church?
As we step into a new year, I find myself reflecting deeply on how far we’ve come as a community, and more importantly, where God is leading us next. TGC has always been more than posts, letters, o…
Wanda Alger
I've been waking up at exactly 6:29 several times in the last few days and I began to consider a possible message - especially given that today was the 29th. I found the answer in Luke 6:29. I believe it's a caution and a charge for the year ahead.
Shirley BrosiusinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” – Psalm 147:3 (NIV)Please Pray: Dear Lord, you have proved faithful in the past, and we trust you to see us through the new beginnings we are encountering. Comfort our broken hearts. Strengthen us for every task. Equip us for new...
Have you ever seen a leaf caught in an eddy current at the side of a river? It doesn’t matter how fast and powerful the main river current is flowing down the centre; the leaf circles close t…
Book Reviewed by Patrick Blair on December 28, 2025 First Impression Versus Lasting Impression: I expected more of a how-to, practical book using healthy psychological backing for motivation to spend well. However, the book is more conceptual in nature and advocates a “do wh
Image generated via AI. The holidays are magical — twinkling lights, cozy cocoa, and… plotting your stealth mission to the returns counter. Because let’s face it, not every gift is a keeper. 1. The…
Eliezer Gonzalez
Jesus knows your biggest need this Christmas: trade your life for Christ, because He traded His life for you. Emmanuel – God with us – offers the trade of infinite worth.
I watched as Francis Chan held up two candles—one tall and new, the other one nearly spent, what I’d call a stub. He said as an older person, he’s like the candle stub. It still gives light, but it doesn’t have nearly as much time left as the tall candle.Then...
Amy OlrickinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” --Luke 2:10Please Pray:Jesus, thank You for coming into the beauty and mess of our world. Today, meet me where I am and help me to pause and notice Your presence in every...
Amy OlrickinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people.” --Luke 2:10When I was a little girl, waiting for Christmas felt interminable. Each early December day stretched on forever, with one truth burning brightly in the back of my mind: Christmas was...
Is Christmas a hoax? Christmas is faith in a historical event, based on absolute truth, and a community of faithful followers.
By Elizabeth Prata We are at the end of our look at the life of Jesus through scripture. The first section of His life was seen through verses focused on prophecy, arrival, and early life. The next…
Anneta Pinto-YounginDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“And the angel said to them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." -- Luke 2:10–11Please Pray: Lord, we thank...
Anneta Pinto-YounginDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“And the angel said to them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, which is Christ the Lord." -- Luke 2:10–11In Luke 2, Mary and...
Joni Eareckson Tada: “ The whole point behind my quadriplegia is that I get to know Jesus in such a powerful way.”
The reasons Jesus came to save us Part 4. This 4 part Bible study dives into the reasons Jesus came to save us. There is much more to it than just going to heaven
