Nancy C. WilliamsSo, the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. – Revelation 12:9 (NKJV) Dragons! These mythical creatures—with colorful scales, long tails, sharp teeth, and...
Nancy C. WilliamsinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
So, the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. – Revelation 12:9 (NKJV) Dragons! These mythical creatures—with colorful scales, long tails, sharp teeth, and...
Carol McLeod
There are moments when a woman’s bravest place is on the bathroom floor—out of strength, out of answers, and desperate for hope. Today, I want to introduce you to my dear friend Amber Emily Smith. In the opening of her book, The Girl on the Bathroom Floor , Amber doesn’t rush grief or offer cliché
Remi Oyedele
Key Passages: 2 Corinthians 4:7 Galatians 2:20 In our last post, we touched on the truth that humans are made in God’s image; yet though possessing the potential to live as ‘gods’ (not to be worshi…
All around us these days there seems to be an attempt to feminize the modern man. Traditional masculinity is seemingly being pushed aside in favor of softness, passiveness, and an emotional awareness like never seen before. While one can’t discount the importance of emotional awareness, more and more young men...
All around us these days there seems to be an attempt to feminize the modern man. Traditional masculinity is seemingly being pushed aside in favor of softness, passiveness, and an emotional awareness like never seen before. While one can’t discount the importance of emotional awareness, more and more young men...
Revive Our Hearts
When life takes surprising—or unwanted—turns, how do we respond? Moses’ story shows us that God can use these events to shape and equip us for His purposes.
Why should I trust God?Trusting God is much easier said than done. Wouldn’t you agree?Many Christians have made worrying more of a habit than trusting. It’s easier to worry, isn’t it? It feels productive. It feels responsible. It feels like we’re doing something.But worrying only makes us more anxious, more...
Mary Rooney Armand
Do you struggle believing that God sees you? Deborah Rutherford shares her inspiring story of how to know God sees you and finding grace in the shadow of shame. We’ve had those moments when we don't feel like we belong—where the weight of a tangled past or the isolation of our current circumstances makes us feel unseen. But God sees you and offers grace.
Nancy C. Williams
When someone gets on your nerves, turn to the God who created your nerves as blessings.
Dear One, You never imagined you would be here. I’m so sorry for your loss. I wish we could sit across from one another. Here’s what I would say. You’ve entered a dark cave, a place where you’ve never been. You can’t see yet. It’s scary, jarring, and feels like you are running out of air. The gri
Yes, the Lord is for me; he will help me. – Psalm 118:7 (NLT)Please Pray: Dear Triune God, You are for me. You help me. I rest in that truth tonight. Thank you for the ordinary moments that carry answered prayers, even when they look different than I imagined. Thank...
A study of John 10:31-42 reveals a murderous crowd, an Old Testament passage that makes them pause, and a reason to believe in Jesus.
3 Christian Character Traits to Employ W hen Ascertaining God’s Will When I was a little girl I LOVED the weather. I had a paperback book...
We have spiritual nourishment to grow in the divine, eternal life. We grow to reach maturity. The Old Testament has some symbols of this eating. The first is the tree of life in Genesis 2. The seco…
Letters to 7 churches in the book of Revelation. Letter to the church in Philadelphia in Revelation 3. Jesus promises great rewards for faithful obedience.
Charlaine MartininDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed. -- Deuteronomy 3:18 (ESV)I crept toward the door with the burglar bar poised like a baseball bat, ready to strike any intruder that...
Charlaine MartininDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
It is the Lord who goes before you. He will be with you; he will not leave you or forsake you. Do not fear or be dismayed. -- Deuteronomy 3:18 (ESV)Please Pray:Lord, thank you for being with me so many times before. Life feels uncertain right now, but I see...
Mike Genung
Gene Landers leads a support group for men who want healing and recovery from porn and sexual sin in Phoenix, Arizona. Jacob Frantz has been attending Gene’s group for the past 6 months. In this second of two broadcasts we continue the discussion, beginning when Read More
By Elizabeth Prata My work here involves encouragement, theology, and discernment. I have not done any discernment work on the NAR, an acronym which stands for New Apostolic Reformation. I have not…
Discover how Jesus’ Beatitudes radically reverse worldly values. Explore true blessedness, the upside-down nature of God’s Kingdom, and how the poor, meek, and persecuted are invited into Christ’s transformative reign.
Discover why ignoring God’s law can make prayers detestable in Prov 28:9, and learn to enrich your prayer life through obedience and Scripture alignment.
Nancy C. WilliamsinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
So, the great dragon was cast out, that serpent of old, called the Devil and Satan, who deceives the whole world; he was cast to the earth, and his angels were cast out with him. – Revelation 12:9 (NKJV)Please Pray: Holy Jesus Christ—my Savior and Fearless Warrior—I worship You as...
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. – Galatians 6:10Please Pray: Abba, thank you for being our Father. Thank you for creating physical families and adopting us into your family. Open our eyes to the many...
Most of us have no trouble admitting that we often make unwise choices, say unwise things, and think unwise thoughts. One of the “go-to” passages of Scripture for believers who recognize their weakness in wisdom is James 1:5. “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”Why ask God for wisdom? James doesn’t go into a detailed explanation of that subject. The text implies that we ask God for wisdom because He’s th
We have been born again with the divine, eternal life and now we are growing to maturity for New Jerusalem. Here are verses about our growth to maturity: In Ephesians 4:11-13 Christ the Head gave g…
In loving memory of Pastor Josue Raimundo, Don Lorentz, and Benjamin “Dima” Banner, whose lives—and in different ways, whose deaths—have shaped me and my wrestling with the questions explored in this article. Everyone has experienced this kind of loss at some point in their lives. As we get older, we seem to experience it more – like a bright blue neon sign – a reminder that this life is short and could end at any moment. How does our western culture think about death? What does the Bible sa
Stacey BarkleyinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts. For if either falls, his companion can lift him up…” -- Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 (HCSB) A few years ago, I had a difficult conversation with my mother; one of those conversations that lingers long after the words...
Darryl Strawberry reached the top with World Series-level success and discovered he was still empty. But one day, God spoke to him.
It’s been birthday season in my family—first my daughter, then her children. We celebrate with smiles, joy, and hopes for the year ahead. And every year, it quietly reminds me that I am older—much older—than they are.But older has its rewards. Retirement. Senior discounts. Some hard-earned perspective.And even better? Being...
Yes, the Lord is for me; he will help me. – Psalm 118:7 (NLT) A brave faith sometimes brings people to tears. I met up with a graduated teen of mine and he asked what was new in my life. I shared something that had actually been encouraging lately, something...
By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Examining trends in Christian publishing, the article warns that bestselling breakout books often gain popularity through marketing and consumer demand rather than soun…
Image generated via AI. Diet fads and beliefs seem to come and go. One day you should not eat meat, and the next day, you should drink a glass of red wine. (As in one!) They tell you not to eat egg…
I received a letter the other day. Oh, it didn’t have a stamp in the right-hand corner or even a return address in the left. But I knew exactly where it came from and there was no doubt who had sent it. The letter was wearing jeans and a sweatshirt, had brown shoulder length hair, and was sent by God. Read more...
By Elizabeth Prata Reviewing The Shack book was the first big discernment essay I wrote. The Shack was hugely popular, you might not know that since it’s been 19 years since it was published.…
Yvonne M MorganinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. -- 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT)I once received an email from an unknown person in Nepal. He invited me to come to Kathmandu to visit his church and the orphans he served, so we could see how we might...
Lisa Price
See to it that there is no one who takes you captive through philosophy and empty deception in accordance with human tradition, in accordance with the elementary principles of the world, …
By Elizabeth Prata The author challenges the claim that Titus 2 limits older women to teaching homemaking. Examining context and the Greek term “teacher of good,” the piece asserts that…
What is faith that gets Heaven's attention? In Luke 7, a Roman centurion demonstrated faith that amazed Jesus.
By Elizabeth Prata Like many others, I read the Bible in a year through an annual Bible Reading Plan. I am currently using the John MacArthur Daily Bible. And like many others, I find Leviticus har…
Stacey BarkleyinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Two are better than one because they have a good reward for their efforts. For if either falls, his companion can lift him up…” -- Ecclesiastes 4:9–10 (HCSB)Please Pray:Lord, thank You for creating us for connection and for the gift of godly friendship. Help me receive support with humility and...
Revive Our Hearts
Moses’ caution to “be careful” isn’t a cold command but protective language given in love to preserve Israel’s faith—and ours.
I have spoken to several people through the years who are staring death in the face. I always want to ask them about it—how do you die well? How do you walk towards what feels like the biggest fear in life? What does God speak to you in those raw and vulnerable moments? In the last email
My new book, From Sinai to Sunday: Old Testament Studies from Jeff Griffin’s Sermons, represents a distinctive collaboration between the academy and the pulpit — two worlds that too rarely speak to…
Sheryl H. Boldt
By Elizabeth Prata I realize I am writing this on a digital platform to be published on digital media. EPrata photo However, I am 65 years old and I was a full adult nearing middle age before the i…
7 Then the king and his nobles sent this decree throughout the city: “No one, not even the animals from your herds and flocks, may eat or drink anything at all. 8 People and animals alike must wear garments of mourning, and everyone must pray earnestly to God. They must turn from their evil ways and stop … Continue reading "Modeling Real Repentance–Nineveh"
Revive Our Hearts
Let God loosen your grip on the habits that have become your measuring stick.
Controversy continues to swirl around Bethel Church in Redding, California. I have written already about one situation involving their now former senior leader, Ben Armstrong, and the allegations–that I believe to be true–that he engaged in Clergy Sexual Abuse (CSA) of “Sarah.” He was restored years ago (although, he is currently on administrative leave), and … Continue reading "Bethel Church’s Dawna De Silva On CSA Victim Care"
Discover Agur’s timeless prayer for truth and daily bread. Learn how it enriches your prayers with humility, guarding against denial of God in wealth or dis ...
Carol McLeodinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.”- Joshua 1:9 We laid quietly in the dark, holding hands. At long last, the wonderful peace passing all understanding had dried our desperate tears....
Deborah Hemstreet (Dvora Elisheva)
It's Purim, day four of Operation Roaring Lion, and I'm back in the bomb shelter. But God is here when the sirens wail. A firsthand account of life under missile threat in Israel — the fear, the practicalities, and the search for God in the chaos.
This article, published in Biblical Illustrator, Winter 2011-12, explores the metrological systems used in ancient Israel, tied to the biblical passage Deuteronomy 25:13-16. Origins of Israel’…
The real life is Christ Himself and He is “our life” (Col. 3:4) and He is in us (Col. 1:27). The previous two posts are on growth in this life unto maturity and the spiritual nutrition …
Christians are reluctant to admit they’ve experienced moments of doubt. But there is a difference of doubt vs unbelief.
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, especially to those who are of the household of faith. – Galatians 6:10 I watched my little two-year-old friend and his mom standing side by side during a worship song at church. I felt bad for him. All he...
Commitments we make carry a lot of weight. People often start strong with fresh determination, yet many promises collapse under pressure, distraction, or self-i
Image generated via AI. Believing in God is more than a religious choice—it’s a deeply personal decision that shapes how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. For many, faith is the an…
Carol McLeod
So what is the wise and tested prescription that enables us to fight against the onslaught that anxiety, depression, panic, and emotional exhaustion can inflict upon an unsuspecting heart? What do we do when our mental health feels fragile… when discouragement lingers… when fear refuses to loosen i
Connie HarperinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
And I will be a Father to you, and you will be sons and daughters to me, says the Lord Almighty. - 2 Corinthians 6:18 (CSB) Please Pray:Father God, please help me to see Your sons and daughters in a new light. Help me find the strength to love when...
Revive Our Hearts
We all make excuses—but what happens when God calls us to a task anyway? Moses’ story has the answer.
These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. Impress them on your children. Talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road, when you lie down and when you get up. – Deuteronomy 6:6-7 (NIV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father,Thank you...
Image generated via AI. “I want you to have a stress test and an echocardiogram,” said my heart doctor. I was having some difficulties with my breathing. I have had these tests done before at the s…
amose ding
I did not know that love would arrive so quietly— not with thunder, not with trembling skies, but like morning light slipping between curtains to rest gently on my face.You came the same way— soft as a secret, certain as the tide.And somehow, in the space between your laughter and...
Sheryl H. Boldt
After reading these two Bible verses, I wanted to hug God—probably because I felt like He was hugging me through those verses. His Word reminded me that He loves me unconditionally.
Discover how Proverbs 15:29 unveils God's distance from wickedness and closeness to righteous prayers, empowering you to deepen your own communion with ...
Carol McLeodinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous! Do not tremble or be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go. - Joshua 1:9Please Pray: Dear Jesus, how I love knowing that You are with me every hour of every day! I pray that you...
After meeting Kelsey Grammer on the set of Jesus Revolution, I invited him to a Harvest Crusade where he heard God answer him.
“How dare you insist I wear my wedding ring!” -Petulant Cheater A cheater may take off her ring in order to avoid the constant reminder of her infidelity. This symbolic act speaks volumes. There is a reason we exchange rings in marriage ceremonies. The symbol is indicative of the vows exchanged between the couple before … Continue reading "Cheater push-back on wearing wedding band"
Yvonne M MorganinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Be on guard. Stand firm in the faith. Be courageous. Be strong. -- 1 Corinthians 16:13 (NLT)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, You’ve called me, and I desire to follow, but fear and my own insufficiencies often hold me back. Lord, I ask for Your courage, wisdom, and strength to step fully...
Revive Our Hearts
For the Proverbs 31 woman, kindness begins at home. With her family. With her inner circle. With those who share her daily life.
It wasn’t until last year that I first rode Seattle’s Link Light Rail. It was fast and inexpensive, carrying us beneath the city without traffic delays.But what struck me most wasn’t the speed—it was the people.Some were headed to work. Others looked like they were coming off night shifts. A...
5 Things My Cherry Tree Taught Me About Hope and Life Seasons
Ten things automatically happen when you attend your church on Sunday.Originally posted by Stephen Cox. 1. You publicly demonstrate where your priorities truly are. 2. You see people you would lik…
Samuel Deuth
Are you about to launch your book and wondering how to generate buzz and reach your target audience? Whether you're self-publishing or working with a publisher, knowing how to effectively market your book is crucial. In this guide, we'll walk through proven strategies for building momentum, engaging
Discover how Proverbs 21:13 links compassion for the poor directly to answered prayer. Learn to open your ears and heart so your own cries rise unhindered, ...
Nicole O'MearainDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families, he leads out the prisoners with singing; but the rebellious live in a sun-scorched land. —Psalm 68:5-6 (NIV)Please Pray: Father in Heaven, thank you for securing my place in...
Please enjoy and use these 7 prophetic prayer points for deliverance. This prophetic prayer points was produced by the Watchman, Stephen Famuyibo. Related: Inspired Prayers for your business What are prophetic prayer points for deliverance? Prophetic Prayer Points for deliverance are scriptural prayer lines that can be prayed to effect deliverance from any form […]
Shirley BrosiusinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. – Proverbs 22:6 (NIV) I grew up on a farm in simpler times. These days you would call it “crunchy” living. Sort of like Little House on the Prairie....
The first sentence in John’s Gospel is devastatingly clever!
(I have learned this beautiful truth over time. It has taken some learning.) Loss happens. Pain happens. No one, not even Christians, are exempt from pain. Hope didn’t fail. The version of hope I was clinging to no longer could survive what happened. Plan A did not work out. What was “supposed t
Wanda Alger
None of us have control in this season of correction. We may not like or agree with how everything is transpiring, but we can rest in the fact that whatever is of man will ultimately fail – even backfire. But that which is of God will happen, regardless of our input.
Mike Genung
Gene Landers leads a support group for men who want healing and recovery from porn and sexual sin in Phoenix, Arizona. Jacob Frantz has been attending Gene’s group for the past 6 months. In this first of two broadcasts, both men share their stories, which Read More
If you have been following my blog for any length of time, you would know that I am passionate about the pursuit of a tangible experience of God. I believe it is what the Bible evidences and advoca…
By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Christians must measure cultural female role models by Scripture. Figures like Oprah Winfrey may show admirable traits, yet their influence often celebrates self-exalta…
I turn 50 this week. How has it been a half century already!? There's something about entering a new decade that naturally fosters a high-level reflection on life. Lately, as I've puttered in my garage gym, I've been drawn to pondering the specifics of what I'm calling "Operation Back Half." By that I mean, what do I want the second half of life to be about?I don't know if God will grant me another 50 years, but my belief is that it honors him to do the best I can to steward my resources and t
You will be watching the latest Nigerian Gospel movies 2026 in this post. These Christian movies are from our sister organization, Zion Box Christian Films. I will be updating this page with links of these Nigerian gospel films as we produced them. What are the latest Nigerian gospel movies 2026? The latest Nigerian gospel […]
John 1: 1 – 18 is widely regarded as a Prologue to the rest of his Gospel, a sort of overview, introducing some of the main themes of the book.
Nancy C. Williams
In Jesus Christ’s hands, our pennies scattered across the globe will bring His message of hope and encouragement to His suffering children.
NOTE: Years ago, I served as a curriculum writer for the Sunday School Board of the Southern Baptist Convention, where I developed Spanish-language lessons to help adult Sunday School teachers prep…
We can’t classify all our desires as sinful, but we may have some sinful ones lurking within us. 1 Samuel 12 records one of Israel’s desires so sinful that
Men and women still seek Him. Jesus will never have an identity crisis. He knows who He is, was, and ever will be. The express purpose of His presence on ea ...
“I see these church leaders fall, and I say to myself, ‘There but for the grace of God go I,'” says Pastor talking about Clergy Sexual Abuse situations. But now I am writing to you that you must not associate with anyone who claims to be a brother or sister but is sexually immoral or … Continue reading "“There but for the grace of God go I” Response"
The great deceiver was himself horribly deceived. Deception failed. Truth won in the end, and God's honor and God's justice were victorious.
By Elizabeth Prata Scroll to bottom after photo for mini-library suggestions of books on grace. What are these incomparable riches of God’s grace? First, Christ Jesus. “But God, who is …
Shay S. Mason
“Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God. For just as w
Nicole O'Meara
It all started with a day at the park with our dog. My lungs burst and I nearly died. Immediately, the what-ifs held me captive and still do sometimes. Eight years later, I see a scar that has faded, a fear that no longer holds me captive, and a God who has and will be with me no matter how hard it
Though the arrogant have smeared me with lies, I keep your precepts with all my heart. -Psalm 119:69, NIV “Remember, you need to stay teachable,” says arrogant authority figure. In my experience, religious authorities employ the “unteachable” label as a weapon to dismiss people who resist their control. This is spiritual abuse, by the way. … Continue reading "“Remain Teachable” Spiritual Abuse"
Renee GotcherinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one's youth. Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them; They shall not be ashamed but shall speak with their enemies in the gate.” –Psalm 127: 4-5 (NKJV)Early in our homeschooling journey, our family...
Renee GotcherinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, so are the children of one's youth. Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them; They shall not be ashamed but shall speak with their enemies in the gate.” –Psalm 127: 4-5 (NKJV)Dear Lord,Help me to see my children...
Janet Perez-Eckles
When life feels unsteady, discover how to stand firm in faith, surrender fear, and trust God’s unshakable presence in the middle of the storm.
“Beware of false prophets who come disguised as harmless sheep but are really vicious wolves.” -Matthew 7:15, NLT “Aren’t I allowed to have ‘friends?!'” -Cheater I think this is one of the most dangerous tools at the disposal of cheaters. It effectively puts the faithful spouse on the defensive as he or she tries to … Continue reading "Allowed to have friends?"
The Bible is a book of the divine, eternal life. In Genesis 2 is the tree of life showing God’s desire to give us His life in addition to our human life. At the end of the Bible is New Jerusa…
