Daily Devotions

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. 

Today’s Scripture: “A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” Proverbs 15:1, ESV 

Theme: Even when anger makes you want to scream, quiet down. Seek understanding rather than getting louder to be understood. 

Today’s Scripture: “Be angry and do not sin; do not let the sun go down on your anger, and give no opportunity to the devil.” Ephesians 4:26-27, ESV 

Theme: When you’re angry, surrender the emotion to God. Don’t allow it to control you. 

Today’s Scripture: “Know this, my beloved brothers: let every person be quick to hear, slow to speak, slow to anger; for the anger of man does not produce the righteousness of God.” James 1:19-20, ESV 

Theme: When the emotion you're managing is anger, slow down before reacting. 

Today's Scripture: “A fool gives full vent to his spirit, but a wise man quietly holds it back.” Proverbs 29:11, ESV  

Theme: Emotions are meant to be signals, not dictators. We are called to control them while also not completely ignoring or suppressing them.