Devotion on Struggles and Challenges.

“I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world” (John 16:33).

There are few guarantees in life — few things of which we can be absolutely sure. … Jesus speaks the words of John 16:33 between the institution of the Lord’s Supper and His betrayal and arrest. He promises there are two guarantees in life: tribulation and peace.

For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him (Psalm 103:11).

YOU are priceless and precious. But maybe you don’t think of yourself that way … Do not despair, my friend! There is hope! … God loves you with a perfect love.

Throughout the Bible we are reminded that amid our struggles, we persevere in prayer and rejoice in HOPE. This devotion on hope was written by Joy M. Anderson.

Candy Hearts is a meditative devotion, written by Martha Hartwig, Robins, Iowa. Lutheran Women in Mission. lwml.org

A short devotion about Matthew 10:28–31, exploring our perception of sparrows and emphasizing God's love and care for each of us.

Then the cloud covered the tent of meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle (Exodus 40:34).

On Christmas Day, many churches will read the Christmas story from one of the Gospels as well as a section of the book of Exodus. On the surface, it sounds like an odd pairing. This devotion explores why this portion of Exodus is often chosen as the Old Testament reading for Christmas.

His Christmas Presence, written by Michele Doel, Burlington, North Dakota Copyright © 2023 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. All rights reserved.

This devotion on struggles and challenges is a hymn study on Abide With Me.

Life has a perplexing way of presenting all kinds of challenges and struggles for us. Though we understand that God is with us every moment of our lives, we, as humans, tend to need support, comfort, and encouragement. The hymn, "Abide with Me," reminds us that there will be challenges and obstacles throughout our life, but Jesus has overcome them all and is always with us!

Struggles and Challenges — Oh, My! written by Sylvia Bean, Clovis, New Mexico Copyright © 2023 Lutheran Women’s Missionary League. All rights reserved. lwml.org

Our seasons of life can be much like the seasons of the year. We may have seasons of darkness where it feels as though God is far away and unconnected from what we are going through. These hard seasons may include the loss of a loved one, health challenges, changes in a career, or other things that make life in this world hard.