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When God feels distant, don’t assume He’s gone. In this episode, discover how to walk by faith when your emotions fade, and why His presence is closer than you think.

Have you ever prayed and felt like your words just disappeared into the ceiling?

You’re not the only one. Even faithful believers, people like David, Elijah, and the missionary David Brainerd, faced long seasons when God seemed silent.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of David Brainerd, a young missionary who battled sickness, loneliness, and spiritual dryness yet refused to stop seeking God. His journal shows that faith isn’t built on feelings; it’s forged in the quiet trust that God is still at work, even when we can’t feel Him.

Main Scriptures:

Deuteronomy 31:8 – “Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD will personally go ahead of you. He will be with you; he will neither fail you nor abandon you.”

Psalm 73:28 – “But as for me, how good it is to be near God! I have made the Sovereign LORD my shelter, and I will tell everyone about the wonderful things you do.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why God’s presence doesn’t depend on your emotions
• How to stay faithful when your spiritual life feels dry
• One simple way to reconnect with God in the silence

Today’s Challenge:

Take five quiet minutes today and tell God exactly how you feel, honestly and without filter. Then thank Him for being near, even when you can’t sense Him. Write down Deuteronomy 31:8 somewhere you’ll see it often as a reminder that He’s never left you.

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Your words hold power. In this episode, discover how to use your voice to speak life, build others up, and reflect Christ’s heart in every conversation.

Have you ever said something you wish you could take back?

Words can wound or heal, discourage or strengthen. The Bible says, “The tongue can bring death or life.” Every day, we choose which one our words will carry.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Billy Graham’s final visit with actor Steve McQueen, how one handwritten note, one simple verse, and a few quiet words of encouragement became a lifeline of hope in McQueen’s final days. It’s a powerful reminder that God can use even the smallest words to point others toward His love.

Main Scriptures:

Proverbs 18:21 – “The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.”

Ephesians 4:29 – “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why our words have spiritual weight and lasting impact
• How to let the Holy Spirit shape your speech
• One simple way to build others up instead of tearing them down

Today’s Challenge:

Before you speak today, pause and pray: “Lord, help my words bring life.”

Then look for one opportunity to encourage someone, a text, a call, or a conversation, and use your voice to reflect God’s grace.

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Becoming more like Jesus isn’t about chasing spiritual highs; it’s about steady, daily growth. In this episode, discover how ordinary faithfulness leads to extraordinary transformation.

Do you ever wonder if you’re really growing in your faith?

It’s easy to think Christlikeness happens in big moments. We think of mountaintop experiences like revivals or retreats. But the truth is, spiritual growth often happens in the quiet, consistent habits of everyday life.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Eugene Peterson, a faithful pastor whose steady obedience, love for Scripture, and faithfulness in ordinary moments shaped not only his congregation but generations of believers through The Message. His story reminds us that God forms Christ in us, not through hype, but through humble faithfulness over time.

Main Scriptures:

Romans 8:29 – “For God knew his people in advance, and he chose them to become like his Son, so that his Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters.”

2 Corinthians 3:18 – “So all of us who have had that veil removed can see and reflect the glory of the Lord. And the Lord—who is the Spirit—makes us more and more like him as we are changed into his glorious image.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why spiritual growth is a process, not an instant transformation
• How daily obedience forms Christlike character
• One simple rhythm to help you grow closer to Jesus

Today’s Challenge:

Choose one small practice that helps you stay close to Jesus, like reading a psalm each morning, journaling a short prayer, or serving someone quietly.

Write it down, commit to it, and trust that God is using that rhythm to shape you into His likeness.

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Are angels real, or just stories from long ago? In this episode, discover what the Bible teaches about angels and how God still uses His messengers and protectors to remind us we’re never alone.

Do angels really exist?

It’s a question people have asked for centuries, and the Bible gives us a clear answer: yes. Angels are God’s messengers and servants, carrying out His purposes, protecting His people, and pointing us back to His presence.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear a powerful true story from missionary couple Russell and Gertrude Morse, who experienced God’s unseen protection on the Sino-Tibetan frontier. What they witnessed that night left even their guides speechless—and still reminds believers today that God watches over His people in ways we can’t always explain.

Main Scriptures:

Matthew 28:2–4 – “Suddenly there was a great earthquake! For an angel of the Lord came down from heaven, rolled aside the stone, and sat on it. His face shone like lightning, and his clothing was as white as snow.”

Hebrews 13:2 – “Don’t forget to show hospitality to strangers, for some who have done this have entertained angels without realizing it!”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• What the Bible says about angels and their true purpose
• How God’s unseen protection is always at work in our lives
• Why angels point us not to themselves—but to God’s care and power

Today’s Challenge:

Think back to a time when you were protected, helped, or comforted in a way that seemed beyond coincidence.

Thank God for His presence in that moment, and ask Him to open your eyes to the ways He’s working, even when you can’t see it.

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Worry can take over before you even realize it, but Jesus offers a better way. In this episode, discover how to release control and trust the God who promises to care for you, one day at a time.

Do you ever find yourself replaying the same worries over and over in your mind?

Maybe it’s your finances, your family, your job, or the future. Worry doesn’t make tomorrow better, it just steals today’s peace. But Jesus invites us to do something radical: give our worries away.

In this episode, you’ll hear the true story of J.C. Penney, a man whose worry drove him to the edge, until one quiet moment in a hospital chapel changed everything. Through the words of an old hymn, “God Will Take Care of You,” he rediscovered what it means to trust instead of spiral.

Main Scripture:

Matthew 6:34 – “So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.”

Supporting Scripture:

1 Peter 5:7 – “Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why worry is a form of misplaced control
• How to release anxiety into God’s faithful hands
• What it means to live in daily dependence on His care

Today’s Challenge:

Write down three things that have been worrying you lately. Then, next to each one, write this phrase: “God will take care of me.” Pray over that list and ask God to help you release what you can’t control and rest in His promise.

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When you’ve hit your limit, God hasn’t. In this episode, discover how His grace meets you in weakness, fills what’s empty, and overflows through your life to others.

Ever feel like you’ve got nothing left to give, no energy, no patience, no strength?

The good news is, God never asks you to run on empty. His grace is more than a momentary rescue; it’s a continual supply that meets you right where you are and keeps flowing when yours runs out.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of a small church that helped erase over $21 million in medical debt for thousands of families. What began as a local act of mercy became a living picture of God’s unending grace—setting people free from debts they could never repay.

Main Scripture:

James 4:6 – “And He gives grace generously. As the Scriptures say, ‘God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.’”

Supporting Scripture:

2 Corinthians 9:8 – “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why God’s grace meets you exactly where you’re weak
• How humility opens the door for God’s provision
• What it looks like to live as a conduit of grace for others

Today’s Challenge:

Ask yourself, “Where do I need God’s grace the most right now?”

Bring that area to Him in prayer: “Lord, I’ve reached my limit, but You haven’t. Give me grace for this moment—and help me extend it to others.”

Then look for one small way to show grace this week—help, forgive, or encourage someone who needs it.

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Life wasn’t meant to be lived alone. In this episode, discover how God designed you for connection, and why real community can help you find strength, healing, and purpose again.

Have you ever felt disconnected from people or even from God?

It’s easy to drift into isolation, especially when life gets busy, painful, or disappointing. But God didn’t create you to go it alone. He designed you for community, for belonging, and for relationships that strengthen your faith.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of a man who walked into church after seven years away, planning to leave unnoticed. But one simple “Hey, glad you’re here” changed everything. Through small acts of kindness and connection, he rediscovered what it means to belong in God’s family.

Main Scripture:

Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 – “Two people are better off than one, for they can help each other succeed. If one person falls, the other can reach out and help. But someone who falls alone is in real trouble.”

Supporting Scripture:

Romans 12:5 – “so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why isolation keeps us stuck and community helps us heal
• What real belonging looks like in the body of Christ
• How one small step toward others can open the door to renewed faith

Today’s Challenge:

Take one small step toward community this week. If you’re not connected to a church, visit one. If you already attend, find someone standing alone and start a conversation. A simple act of kindness can be the first step toward someone’s healing, and maybe your own.

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Comparison steals joy, but focus restores peace. In this episode, discover how to stop measuring yourself against others and start living the life God designed just for you.

Do you ever catch yourself comparing your life to someone else’s?

Maybe it’s a friend’s success, someone’s perfect family photo, or a coworker’s promotion. The temptation to measure yourself against others is constant, but it’s also exhausting.

In today’s devotion, you’ll hear the story of Olympic swimmer Katie Ledecky, who learned early that freedom comes from focusing on her own race, not anyone else’s. Her words echo the heart of Scripture: stay in your lane, keep your eyes on Jesus, and trust God with your progress.

Main Scripture:

Galatians 6:4 – “Pay careful attention to your own work, for then you will get the satisfaction of a job well done, and you won’t need to compare yourself to anyone else.”

Supporting Scripture:

John 21:22 – “Jesus replied, ‘If I want him to remain alive until I return, what is that to you? As for you, follow Me.’”

By the end of this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why comparison drains joy and confidence
• How to focus on faithfulness instead of competition
• The simple shift that frees you to run your own race

Today’s Challenge:

When you feel the urge to compare, pause and pray: “Lord, help me stay in my lane. Thank You for what You’ve given me. Teach me to run my race with joy.” Then, write down one thing you’re grateful for that has nothing to do with anyone else’s success.

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