Devotionals

Daily readings to encourage your heart and mind in the pursuit of God and his glory.

  • Art for Whose Sake?

    Exodus 28

    Many believe the second commandment (Ex. 20:4–6) prohibits the use of all art in the sanctuary. However, the fact God commands the crafting of things like cherubim in the sanctuary (26:31) proves He does not forbid all artistry in the ...Read More

  • Resist the Devil

    James 4:7–8

    All Christians can find at least one area in their lives in which they have sought to follow their own understanding instead of the standards of the Lord. God has promised to forgive us for this behavior if we would ...Read More

  • The People of God

    1 Peter 2:9–10

    That the church is the Israel of God does not mean that every church member has authentic faith. Throughout history, the visible church has always included those who are not true believers because of their inauthentic faith (Rom. 9:6–7). However, ...Read More

  • Jesus Our Peace

    Ephesians 2:14

    God’s law defines what is pleasing to Him, so we must always seek to understand it and follow it in the power of the Spirit. Yet while the law tells us what is right and wrong and what we may ...Read More

  • Finding Your Identity

    Give thanks that you are part of the body of Christ, the elect, the people of God.Read More

  • Our Divine Vocation

    Luke 2:22–35

    Since God is absolutely sovereign over all and works all things according to His purposes (Eph. 1:11), we understand that every instance of suffering results from His calling upon us. This is true even when we do not know why ...Read More

  • Starting at the Beginning

    Reflect on these questions: What does obedience involve? How is God glorified in your behavior?Read More

  • A Better Covenant

    Hebrews 7:22

    God’s oath, a condescension to us, guarantees the superiority of the new covenant. God has sworn that this covenant will never be superseded. There is nothing that will ever make Him change that. Reflect on your status as a member ...Read More

  • Moving Out in Faith

    Is God asking you to move out by faith in some area of your life or ministry?Read More

  • Experiencing Supernatural Joy

    Ask God for supernatural joy to flood your life.Read More

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