One of the most prominent themes in the story of redemption is that of God’s people being lost sheep in need of a shepherd. This theme is beautifully woven throughout Scripture and fulfilled in Christ our Shepherd. We see early on in the Old Testament that God is our Shepherd. In Psalm 23:1, David sings “the Lord is my shepherd” (ESV), and the entire psalm is full of beautiful imagery of the Lord’s care, leadership, and protection of His flock. Also, Psalm 100:3 says (ESV): “

Lessons from Proverbs on Encouragement When we experience seasons of challenge, sometimes the truth we have come to know through Christ...

A Devotional on Psalm 84 Psalm 84 is a beautiful song about the courts of the Lord. Although we no longer need a physical place to meet...

When the storms of life roll in, anxiety and worry may flood our hearts. What is going to happen? Sometimes, we don’t get immediate...

How many times a day do you find yourself starting in one direction and being pulled into another? You intended to finish a set of...

As those saved and transformed by Christ, our lives are radically changed. We are set apart for His name sake. We are forgiven of our...

Have you ever looked back on a mistake or sin, a moment of foolishness, or just utter disobedience, and thought, Lord, what was I...

After 40 years of wandering in the desert, the Israelites were on the brink of entering the Promised Land. But before entering, Joshua...

A Devotional on John 6:37 In the face of sin, trial, and despair, our hearts are prone to discouragement and doubt. Pain and disappointment will leave us spiraling. I can’t believe I messed up again. Will this get any better? I give up. God – have You given up on me? Our hearts need an anchor. Thanks be to God, we can come to His Word, living and active, and be reminded of our Good Father. God’s Word, full of truth and promises, realigns and refreshes our hearts. In John 6:37

Galatians 1:10 Everyone likes to be liked. It feels nice to be accepted and to know that other people value you. But sometimes we face...

A ship is lost at sea, being thrown by the dark and wild ocean. But there is rescue – a lighthouse standing tall and bright. It floods...

A Devotional on Proverbs 18:10 When life is overwhelming. When fear presses in. When your heart is aching. When the mountains seem...

A Devotional on 2 Corinthians 4 Think about a time you were trying to accomplish something important. Maybe it was finishing a big...

A Devotional on Psalm 13 We know that God is a generous and loving Father, who is always working all things together for His glory and...

when you find yourself in over your head when you’re wondering if you’ll do enough that any moment they’ll see right through you and you’ll fail and want to give up when you find you’re not built for the challenge when it all gets a little too much take a deep breath one day after the next it’s not a race, there’s no need to rush you’ll find there’s a Father who loves you whose intentions are kind and just when you’re in over your head He’s the very breath that’s pumping in