Daily Devotions

Today’s Scripture: “And Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do.’ And they cast lots to divide his garments.” Luke 23:34, ESV 

Theme: Jesus shows us how to generously love even the people who hurt us. 

Today’s Scripture: “But when you give a feast, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, and you will be blessed, because they cannot repay you. For you will be repaid at the resurrection of the just.” Luke 14:13-14, ESV 

Theme: Love people who can’t return the favor. 

Today's Scripture: “So if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there before the altar and go. First be reconciled to your brother, and then come and offer your gift.” Matthew 5:23-24, ESV  

Theme: Jesus makes reconciling relationships a priority.  

Today’s Scripture: “When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, ‘Woman, behold, your son!’ Then he said to the disciple, ‘Behold, your mother!’ And from that hour the disciple took her to his own home.” John 19:26-27, ESV 

Theme: When we love like Jesus, we care for others’ needs. 

Today's Scripture: “Faithful are the wounds of a friend; profuse are the kisses of an enemy.” Proverbs 27:6, ESV 

Theme: Be willing to accept feedback and accountability from those who will lovingly challenge you.