Daily Devotions

Today’s Scripture: “But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor.” Galatians 6:4, ESV 

Theme: Improve your own work, focus on your own God-given calling without comparing to others.  

Today’s Scripture: “And Saul was very angry, and this saying displeased him. He said, ‘They have ascribed to David ten thousands, and to me they have ascribed thousands, and what more can he have but the kingdom?’ And Saul eyed David from that day on.” 1 Samuel 18:8-9, ESV 

Theme: We can become angry and suspicious of people we once loved when comparisons are made, and we appear to be less respected, revered, or admired than someone else – even if we (like Saul was) are in an objectively good position. 

Today's Scripture: “And David went out and was successful wherever Saul sent him, so that Saul set him over the men of war. And this was good in the sight of all the people and also in the sight of Saul's servants.” 1 Samuel 18:5, ESV  

Theme: When our successors thrive, it is good that we help them to rise to their potential. 

Today’s Scripture: “Every man shall give as he is able, according to the blessing of the Lord your God that he has given you.” Deuteronomy 16:17, ESV 

Theme: Give what you have generously and don’t worry about what you don’t have. 

Today’s Scripture: “The point is this: whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows bountifully will also reap bountifully.” 2 Corinthians 9:6, ESV 

Theme: Generosity, whether with our time, talent, or treasure, is not wasted.