Daily Devotions

Today's Scripture: “There were also many women there, looking on from a distance, who had followed Jesus from Galilee, ministering to him, among whom were Mary Magdalene and Mary the mother of James and Joseph and the mother of the sons of Zebedee.” Matthew 27:55-56, ESV 

Theme: Faithful people reflect God’s loyalty as they remain with and minister to others. 

Today's Scripture: “But I have calmed and quieted my soul, like a weaned child with its mother; like a weaned child is my soul within me.” Psalm 131:2, ESV  

Theme: Parents can reflect God’s character: caring, feeding, nurturing, and allowing growth, resulting in contentment. 

Today’s Scripture: “O Jerusalem, Jerusalem, the city that kills the prophets and stones those who are sent to it! How often would I have gathered your children together as a hen gathers her brood under her wings, and you were not willing!” Matthew 23:37, ESV 

Theme: Jesus cared for lost people, longing to care for and mother them. Mothering is honorable and includes gathering, protecting, and directing children.   

Today’s Scripture: “She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness. Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her.” Proverbs 31:27-28, ESV 

Theme: Hardworking, caregiving, Godly people are an example for all those around them. 

Today’s Scripture: "Listen to your father who gave you life, and do not despise your mother when she is old." Proverbs 23:22, ESV 

Theme: Consider your parents and others who nurtured you, without disrespecting or dismissing them when they are old.