by Bill Cole | Jan 2, 2026 | Devotions
For or Against? It seems that every year at Christmas there is a plethora of topics that Christ followers line up against. Whether it be greetings (Happy Holidays) stores (those that disallow the Salvation Army bell ringers) or articles in the media that disparage...
by Rich Bitterman | Jan 1, 2026 | Devotions
A New Year Prayer of Surrender Precious Lord, As I step into this new year, I come before you with a heart overflowing with gratitude for the blessings of the past and a hopeful anticipation for what lies ahead. You’ve whispered through the words of your faithful...
by Troy Stoneking | Dec 31, 2025 | Devotions
The angel Gabriel has just told Mary that she was going to conceive The angel Gabriel has just told Mary that she was going to conceive and give birth to the Messiah, Jesus, who will be known as the Son of the Most High (the Son of God). And Gabriel explains how God...
by Peter Caligiuri | Dec 30, 2025 | Devotions
A Leap of Faith Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and...
by Todd Crouch | Dec 29, 2025 | Devotions
The Broken Hearted Scripture: Psalm 34:18 (NIV) “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Reflection: Heartbreak can feel like isolation—like no one sees, no one understands, and no one can reach the depths of your pain. But...
by Robert Chamberlain | Dec 28, 2025 | Devotions
Peace The prophets of Israel who prophesied concerning Jerusalem and saw visions of peace for her, when there was no peace, declares the Lord God.Ezekiel 13:16 ESV A favoured Christmas card declares ‘peace on earth’. Yet there has been no peace on earth...