I know how tempting it is to fight back when someone spreads lies or tries to ruin your reputation. But I want to share with you what I’ve learned from the Psalms: God doesn’t mind when we urgently cry out to Him. In fact, He welcomes our need. Our weakness isn't failure—it’s a doorway to His strength.

Just as our smartwatches and apps track our vitals moment by moment, God tends to our souls with daily strength, love, and mercy. This piece encourages us to stop expecting spiritual "push notifications" and start trusting in God’s steady, faithful updates.

In both the Old and New Testaments, we find instructions for how we can and should live our best lives, which happens when we align ourselves with God’s will and obey his precepts.

Friend, if you’ve ever wondered whether God sees your needs, take heart. Jesus tells us not to worry, because our Father already knows what we need. He cares for the birds—and He cares even more for you. Let’s release our anxieties today and trust in His abundant provision.

You may have every modern convenience at your fingertips, but don’t let that replace your connection with the One who provides what you truly need. As we learn from Jesus’ parable, it’s not about having it all figured out—it’s about knowing who to go to, and trusting that He cares.

Whether we find ourselves in the darkest depths of despair or sent on mission to the farthest corners of the earth, God is both our refuge and our strength, faithfully with us in every place and every purpose.

In a noisy world, true strength and clarity come when we choose the sacred stillness of silence—where we wait on God, hear His voice, and are reminded that He alone is our rock and salvation.

Centering on Isaiah 57:15 and Jesus’ tender moment in John 13, this devotion reminds us that God’s presence is both transcendent and intimately near. It offers hope that, while we may not grasp His purposes now, God continually revives and restores us, preparing us for the day when all will become clear.

Through Isaiah’s prophecy and Jesus’ words in John, we are reminded of the coming new heavens and new earth, where sorrow and suffering will be no more, and joy will last forever.

When prayers go unanswered and change is slow, we’re called to persist—like Isaiah, who refused to be silent until God’s work was complete. The promise is sure; the timing is God’s.

You were never meant to just survive—you were meant to grow strong and unshakable, like an oak planted by the Lord. As you abide in Jesus, your life becomes a source of strength and healing for others. This is your identity and your mission: rooted in Him, reaching out in love.

I know there are moments when living out our faith feels nearly impossible. But take heart—God sees you, even in the struggle. He hasn’t left you, and His word is still true.

Rather than ignoring the past, Isaiah instructs Israel to reflect on their history with God. Just as He kept His promises to Abraham and Sarah, so He will be faithful again. Memory becomes a tool for trust.

Spiritual maturity doesn’t come in a single moment but through daily dependence on God. As Isaiah describes, God awakens us each day to listen and be taught, preparing us to offer encouragement and endurance in life’s hardest seasons.

A simple “How’s it going?” can become a divine opportunity to reflect God’s love. Though we often define ourselves by what we do, Scripture reminds us our true identity is rooted in being known and formed by God even before birth.

Like Israel being lifted on eagles' wings in the Exodus, Isaiah calls us to remember God's past faithfulness. When we trust in His promises and wait expectantly, He will carry us through suffering, just as He did for His people before.

Isaiah makes it plain—only God can save. Though we often look elsewhere for help, only the Lord is our true redeemer and ever-present rescuer.

Hezekiah’s prayer began with reverence, not panic. His example reminds us to approach God with awe, recognizing His power and holiness, not just our problems.

God offered hope beyond human help. Hezekiah showed good leadership, but only Jesus is our true shelter. We wait for His return, living by His ways through the Spirit.

Drawing from David’s example in Psalm 54, we’re called to surrender our battles to God, trusting His faithful help rather than relying on our own defenses.