We must put 100% of our faith and confidence in God, just as Joshua and Caleb did, knowing that true unity and peace come from following His guidance and truth.

David’s raw cry for help and Jesus’ call to abide reveal the same truth: we are sustained by God, not ourselves. In our most fragile moments, surrender opens the door for God’s provision, protection, and peace.

Not every “good deal” is truly good for our hearts or our faith. Scripture reminds us that the desire for wealth and influence can quietly pull us off course, but integrity, wise relationships, and trust in God’s provision keep our feet on solid ground as we navigate a world of mixed motives.

Make sure that your eyes are focused on the God who loves you and promises to lead you in the right path.

Could it be that instead of trying to figure out whether we give from our gross or net income, we should simply give until the Lord tells us to stop?

Like Moses, we often feel overwhelmed by responsibilities we cannot possibly carry alone. God is not intimidated by our honesty— His provision is never limited by our circumstances.

When life feels unfair and overwhelming, prayer re-centers our hearts on God’s protection and presence. Psalm 17 reminds us that God sees, hears, and holds those who call on Him.

Even after forgiveness is given, trust can take time to heal. Joseph’s response to his brothers reveals how fully embracing God’s grace empowers us to extend grace to others.

What good is it to set people in groups of fifty when we have nothing to feed them? Jesus didn’t say, “Because I said so,” yet the disciples figured out it was best to just trust Jesus to solve the problem.

God alone defines what is truly good, and His plans have always been rooted in love and purpose. When we trust His word instead of our own instincts, we find joy and peace that the world cannot offer.

As you step into a new year, I hope this story reassures you that even when life unravels your carefully made plans, God is still at work. He is the Master Weaver, able to turn every mistake, loss, and surprise into something purposeful and beautiful.

True direction, purpose, and lasting growth come when we fully trust the Lord and allow Him—not our own understanding—to guide our steps.

God has always chosen imperfect people to color the pages of his redemption story. When fear rises as he calls us, we can trust that his history of faithfulness ensures the outcome.

When we surrender our desires and wait in trust, we find peace in knowing that everything will indeed be alright because of the resurrection of Christ.

In hard seasons, you don’t have all the answers—but you know the One who does. Trust that He will reveal His plan in His perfect timing, for His glory and your good.

The enemy will try to pull you away from what God’s called you to do. Like Nehemiah, remember the work is too important—stay focused, stay faithful, and refuse to come down from the wall.

We can waste hours worrying about the “what ifs” of tomorrow, or we can let God lead us one step at a time. His Word reminds us that He sees us, He knows us, and He will guide us.

Leaks are dangerous—whether it’s water, gas, or something spiritual. Psalm 119 shows us how to guard our hearts so we don’t slowly drift from God’s ways.

Life’s storms—whether weather-related or personal—reveal where we place our trust. The Lord alone is our true safe place, stronger than any worldly security.

Reading Proverbs daily shaped my spiritual habits in my 20s, but wisdom literature alone isn’t enough. If we only read Proverbs, we risk missing the full, redemptive story of Scripture—and the deeper preparation God desires for kingdom living.