Daily Devotions

Today’s Scripture: “I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.” Ephesians 4:1-3, ESV 

Theme: Work on remaining humble and gentle even when you think you are right and someone else is wrong. 

Today's Scripture: "A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, you also are to love one another. By this all people will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another." John 13:34-35, ESV   

Theme: Work on loving each other. It sounds easy, but it can be difficult!  

Today’s Scripture: “I appeal to you, brothers, by the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and the same judgment.” 1 Corinthians 1:10, ESV 

Theme: Focus on unity in the Church before disagreements outside of it. 

Today's Scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” Philippians 4:8, ESV

Theme: Look for the good in this season, in your extended family, across party lines, in other communities, and in your neighbors – no matter their beliefs or politics.

Today's Scripture: “Whoever is slow to anger has great understanding, but he who has a hasty temper exalts folly.” Proverbs 14:29, ESV

Theme: Don’t let things like political talk get to you. Cool your temper, slow down and cultivate understanding.