Scripture Reading — 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 He said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”— 2 Corinthians 12:9Life has a way of humbling us. Whether that takes place through physical illness, personal struggles, or unexpected challenge
Scripture Reading — Revelation 21:1-5 He who was seated on the throne said, “I am making everything new!”— Revelation 21:5Have you ever felt like you’ve missed an opportunity or that life has passed you by? Maybe you have faced setbacks, disappointments, or closed doors. It ca
Scripture Reading — Colossians 3:1-11 Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.— Colossians 3:2In the hustle and bustle of life, it's easy to become consumed by the distractions and stresses of the world. Our focus often shifts from eternal perspectives to tempora
Scripture Reading — 2 Timothy 1:6-10 The Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.— 2 Timothy 1:7Fear is one of the greatest obstacles to embracing newness. It can hold us back from stepping into the new chapters of our lives, fro
Scripture Reading — Ephesians 2:8-10 We are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.— Ephesians 2:10As I think about the new year and fresh starts, I’m reminded of the deep truth that each one of us has a purpose—a
Scripture Reading — Matthew 7:24-27 Everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.— Matthew 7:24-25When I reflect on times in my life when things seemed uncertain or challenging, I realize that what truly
Scripture Reading — Isaiah 40:28-31 Those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength.— Isaiah 40:31The challenges of life can feel overwhelming at times. I remember when I was faced with a difficult decision that required more energy and wisdom than I felt I had within me.
Scripture Reading — Jeremiah 29:10-14 “I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”— Jeremiah 29:11I remember a time in my life when everything seemed uncertain. It felt as though the worl
Scripture Reading — Hebrews 8:6-13 “I will make a new covenant with the people. . . . I will forgive their wickedness and remember their sins no more.”— Hebrews 8:8, 12I can still remember the first time I really understood the gift of God’s grace. I had been used to the idea
Scripture Reading — Galatians 2:20-21 I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. . . . I live by faith in the Son of God. . . .— Galatians 2:20When I reflect on my life and who I once was, it’s easy to see how I’ve tried to define myself by
Scripture Reading — Romans 6:1-4 Just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.— Romans 6:4One of the most powerful truths of the Christian faith is that we don’t have to stay the same. Through Jesus, we’ve been given the g
Scripture Reading — Psalm 118:24-25 This is the day that the LORD has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. (NRSV)— Psalm 118:24Some mornings don’t feel worth rejoicing over. The weight of yesterday’s worries or the dread of today’s challenges can steal our joy before the da