Devotions

The Puzzle

Jesus replied, “You do not realize now what I am doing, but later you will understand.”—JOHN 13:7 NIV

“Perfect Peace and Rest”

For thus said the Lord God, the Holy One of Israel, “In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and in trust shall be your strength.” But you were unwilling.—ISAIAH 30:15 ESV

God’s Goals for You

I keep working toward that day when I will finally be all that Christ saved me for and wants me to be.—Philippians 3:12 (TLB)

Persevering Under Trial

Blessed is the man who perseveres under trial, because when he has stood the test, he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him.—JAMES 1:12 NIV

Choose Better!

Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me.—Psalm 51:10 (NIV)

Help!

Nevertheless, you have done well to share with me in my affliction.—PHILIPPIANS 4:14 NASB

Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior.—Habakkuk 3:17-18, (NIV)