Daily Devotions

Today’s Scripture: “But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Matthew 6:33, ESV 

Theme: Prioritize seeking God and His righteousness over trying to problem solve. 

Today's Scripture: “And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?” Matthew 6:27, ESV  

Theme: Anxiety doesn’t lengthen your life; it is more likely to shorten it! 

Today’s Scripture: ““Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing?” Matthew 6:25, ESV 

Theme: God tells us not to worry because when we live in fear and anxiety, we become less likely to trust that God is in control. 

Today's Scripture: “And he looked around at them with anger, grieved at their hardness of heart, and said to the man, “Stretch out your hand.” He stretched it out, and his hand was restored.” Mark 3:5, ESV 

Theme: Jesus, angry and backed into a corner, chose to ignore the fight and focus on the hurting, needy, and powerless person—generously healing without explaining or arguing. 

Today's Scripture: “The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, “The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.” Exodus 34:6, ESV 

Theme: When we follow God’s example, we are slow to anger. We also become known for our mercy, graciousness, abounding love, and faithfulness.