Daily Devotions

Today's Scripture: “And God was with the boy, and he grew up. He lived in the wilderness and became an expert with the bow.” Genesis 21:20, ESV  

Theme: The same God who took care of the outcast Ishmael and the outcasts in Jesus’ generation cares for those far from Him today.  

Today’s Scripture: “For this is what the promise said: ‘About this time next year I will return, and Sarah shall have a son.’” ‭‭Romans‬ ‭9‬:‭9‬, ‭ESV‬‬ 

Theme: God is unchanging. Rather than bending to our suggestions, He uses flawed people like Abraham and Sarah to accomplish His will anyway. 

Today’s Scripture: “And Sarai said to Abram, 'Behold now, the Lord has prevented me from bearing children. Go in to my servant; it may be that I shall obtain children by her.' And Abram listened to the voice of Sarai.” Genesis 16:2, ESV 

Theme: Sometimes we are like Abram and Sarai who made and followed their own flawed plan. 

Today’s Scripture: “‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.’” Jeremiah 29:11, NIV 

Theme: God has a plan for His children’s future, even if it doesn't feel that way because of today’s pain. 

Today’s Scripture: “Bear one another's burdens and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Galatians 6:2, ESV 

Theme: Healing is a journey of shared strength, hope, and support from family, friends, and community who help to bear our burdens in time of need.