When the Beatitudes Became Shelter A quiet prayer before we beginLord Jesus, thank You that You do not turn away from the wounded. Let Your Word be light, shelter, and truth for every heart that is trying to endure what it did not choose. Forgive us where pain has made Your words feel far away,…
Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be Done
Thy Kingdom Come, Thy Will be Done in Us and Through Us, on Earth as it is in Heaven. For our good, and the good of others to the Glory, and Honor and Praise, to Christ alone, forever, and ever, amen Lord Jesus, keep my heart low before You. Forgive me for every way I…
Day’s Journey Youth
Who Are We Building For? In 1 Corinthians 3, Paul speaks honestly to the church because they were acting immaturely. They were arguing over which leader to follow. One said, “I follow Paul,” and another said, “I follow Apollos.” Paul told them this kind of jealousy and quarreling showed they were still thinking in a…
Building Life on Jesus: Lessons from the Gardener
Jesus Is the Gardener In the Bible, some people were arguing, saying, “I follow Paul,” while others said, “I follow Apollos.” Paul told them they were forgetting something very important: People are only helpers.Jesus is the One we follow. Paul and Apollos both served God, but God is the One who makes things grow. That means we…
Children’s Day’s Journey
God Is Great and Helps Me Morning, Noon, and Evening Anchored on Psalm 145: Lord Jesus, thank You that Your greatness is bigger than every fearful thought. Help little hearts remember Your goodness and trust Your truth. Forgive us for the times we listen to discouragement more than to You. In Jesus’ Name, amen. Morning…
Day’s Journey Youth: Do Not Agree with Darkness
Every day, many young people struggle with thoughts that weigh them down and discourage them. Those thoughts can feel so constant, so convincing, that they begin to sound like the truth. But not every thought deserves agreement. After talking with a teen about forecasting negative outcomes, I was reminded of how often a self-fulfilling prophecy…
Meditating on Psalm 145: A Daily Practice of Praise
A quiet prayer before we beginLord Jesus, quiet my heart before You. Let me not rush past Your greatness, but teach me to linger in wonder. Forgive me for the times I have lived distracted, forgetful, or slow to praise. Turn my heart again toward Your majesty and truth. In Jesus’ Name, amen. What a…
Day’s Journey: Children’s Ministry
Jesus Makes Me Brave Morning Prayer Dear Jesus,Thank you for this new day. Please help me be brave with Your Love. Help me tell the truth, be kind, and remember that You are with me. Fill my heart with Your Holy Spirit and help me shine for You Today. In Jesus’ Name, amen. Noon Reflection…
Today: Day’s Journey Youth
Lord Jesus, fill young hearts and little hearts with Your Holy Spirit. Teach us to love You, trust You, and speak of You with courage and kindness. In Jesus’ Name, amen. Filled with Boldness In Acts 4, Peter spoke boldly about Jesus after being filled with the Holy Spirit. This is the same Peter who…
Today: Filled with Boldness
Lord Jesus, fill us afresh with Your Holy Spirit. Let boldness rise in us, not from pride or striving, but from being near You. Teach us to speak of Your resurrection with love, truth, and holy power. In Jesus’ Name, amen. In Acts 4, Peter stood and spoke with a courage that could only have…