
Who Was Chuck Smith? His Life, Ministry, & Jesus Revolution Role
Who was Chuck Smith? Learn about his life, ministry, and how God used him to ignite the Jesus Movement/Jesus Revolution.

Who was Chuck Smith? Learn about his life, ministry, and how God used him to ignite the Jesus Movement/Jesus Revolution.

Who was Chuck Smith? Learn about his life, ministry, and how God used him to ignite the Jesus Movement/Jesus Revolution.

On the eve of Good Friday this year (2026), a few of us are getting together to reenact Jesus’ final meal. It was Passover, but we are not having a full Seder. Gentiles imitating them could be offe…
Sheryl H. Boldt
Sometimes the fallout of our reckless words is so painful that others don’t want to be around us. Sometimes we don’t even want to be around ourselves. In the process, we may damage our witness in ways that can’t be restored.

Just in time for Holy Week, The Christ, a new four-episode podcast series premieres on March 30th, with new episodes releasing daily through April 2nd. It is available for free wherever you get your podcasts.The series, produced by the Faith Podcast Network, explores the life, identity, and enduring impact of...
Revive Our Hearts
What begins as a tiny shoot of discontent can quickly grow into thorns of bitterness that overtake our hearts and choke everything else out.

Fear is something every person experiences—but few truly understand. What is fear, really? Why does it feel so powerful, and what does it do to our hearts, minds, and faith? If you’ve ever felt gri…

There have been many archeological discoveries over the years that have left an indelible imprint on how people have come to understand the modern world.As a prime example, the Dead Sea Scrolls, uncovered in a cave by a young shepherd boy in 1947, had a profound effect on Christians by...

Many Christians quietly struggle with this question: “How can I know I’m truly saved?” You may believe the gospel, yet still wrestle with doubts about whether your faith is genuine. You may w…

NASHVILLE - For centuries, scientists, theologians, and everyday people have attempted to justify or refute the existence of angels and demons. The advocacy for the existence of angels is a welcoming thought as it only strengthens one’s faith in what lies beyond our world. But what about demons? Often associated...

Many recent posts have been about spiritual eating for our growth to maturity unto New Jerusalem. But you might ask, How do we eat? Jesus told us that we should eat Him. “he who eats Me, he a…

Do you remember your mom ever saying, “I’m going to have to put by foot down on this one!” When my mom said those words, I knew she meant “no means no and don’t mention it again. I’m not budging.” With those words, I knew the battle was over. I had lost. I was surprised to learn my mom’s declaration was very biblical! Read more...
Karisa MooreinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” – Psalm 139:23-24Please Pray:Lord Jesus, reveal any sin that so easily entangles me. You know me and understand my thoughts....

By Oswald Chambers Image generated via AI. “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep.” — John 4:11 “The well is deep”—indeed! The well of human nature is …

Light shines in the darkness for the godly. They are generous, compassionate, and righteous. Psalm 112:4 The Psalms hold a unique place in scripture. Some Ps

Our culture has an aversion to crying. I’ve heard people apologize, dismiss, and feel guilty and embarrassed for their tears. I’ve seen people contain and control their expression of their grief. Often, I’ve observed the message behind the holding back of tears to be a belief: “big girls don’t cry.”

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS Biblical speech must be gracious and gentle when contending for the faith; yet disagreement persists due to sin, ignorance, or conflicting worldviews, not merely poor co…

By humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches and honor and life. -- Proverbs 22.4 (NIV)Is true humility always letting the next person go ahead in line at a checkout? We often do that if it seems the person ahead of us doesn't have a lot of items,...

The prior two posts are on spiritual eating as presented in the gospels and in some of the epistles. Our eating of this spiritual nourishment is for our growth in the divine life so that we will ma…

“…having a form of godliness but denying its power. And from such people turn away!” -2 Timothy 3:5, NKJV I have lost my tolerance for religious spin words. This is one of those things that have happened after my experience surviving my ex-wife’s infidelity. Not only am I painfully aware of how such words are … Continue reading "Allergic Reaction to Religious Babble"
Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. --James 4:10 (NKJV)One of the most common traits in Western culture is the propensity to magnify personal attributes. We are taught that achieving success requires us to stand out, get noticed, and excel above everyone else....
Nancy C. Williams
When God sanctifies us for His kingdom work, He often calls us to engage with Him in some “deep cleaning” for our hearts.

Read the events following the feeding of the five thousand: John 6:22-59. These passages are pregnant with meaning and essential wisdom for everyone who cal ...

What is the primary weapon we should use to resist temptation? The word of God. Study it, memorize it, and you will benefit in so many ways.
Peggi Tustan
The LORD your God is with you, he is mighty to save. He will take great delight in you, He will quiet you with his love, He will rejoice over you with singing. (Zephaniah 3:17 NIV) At one time, I couldn't own this verse. Intellectually, I knew it was true....

This article is the first in an ongoing series discussing how AI and robotics will affect us and how we can choose to respond. The subject is massive, revolutionary, and emergent, so I’ll try to approach it with humility, being willing to change my views as the situation changes. I’m sure this nex
Nicole O'MearainDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Wait for the Lord; be strong and courageous. Wait for the Lord. Psalm 27:14 (HCSB)I told myself I wasn’t obsessed. I was just “checking.” But if I'm being honest, I refreshed that tracking number at least 20 times in one afternoon. The package I needed for the women’s conference had...
Wanda Alger
For those who have discounted social media for having any place in the process of weighing prophecies or holding ministers accountable, we have to acknowledge the realities of having an online audience. There is both a privilege and a cost in gaining a footprint online and influencing the masses.
Carol McLeod
My dear friend Elena Huggins writes with remarkable honesty and courage, and this excerpt from her book Untwist Me is a powerful glimpse into her journey through divorce, identity, and deep inner healing. With raw vulnerability, Elena invites us into one of the most disorienting seasons of her

People downplay the deliberateness of cheating. All sorts of language is employed to minimize what is truly something very clearly chosen by the cheater… again and again. They might call it “a mistake,” “a cry for help,” or “one night stand.” All of this is minimizing the choices that led to the infidelity plus the sinful … Continue reading "Cheating is deliberate sin!"
Shirley BrosiusinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience (emphasis mine), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT) I read the following words engraved on the back of a tombstone at a local cemetery: "No Regrets." I laughed to myself. You...

Revelation 5 - a scroll with 7 seals. And a lion and a lamb. The Lion of Judah, and the Root of David. Jesus is given the right to open the scroll & reign in the universe
All of us need fulfilling relationships to thrive. We need close family and good friends to support us, encourage us, and love us even when we mess up. But perfectionism can cause tension in these relationships. Is perfection sabotaging your friendships? “Unfortunately, unrealistic expectations can sabotage a woman’s chances of having a happy marriage and

So I died to the law—I stopped trying to meet all its requirements—so that I might live for God.

Though the theme of trusting God has been consistent throughout this series of studies, we will now examine more closely what trusting God means today, in the midst of “these present circumstances.” As I sat working on the original manuscript for this book, the world was more than a year into a pandemic. Millions of people contracted the disease, millions died, and some live with the disease’s life-altering consequences. Businesses failed, economies were ruined, and national debt became incalcul

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS This essay explores Christian disagreement, urging discernment in speech, balancing boldness with love, and promoting patient, Scripture-centered, civil discourse that f…
Eddie Jones
When you find Jesus, you find life and enjoy all the promises of God. When you find Me, it is like finding a hidden treasure or a great pearl. (Matthew 13:44–46) In Me are abundant blessings and eternal life. (Matthew 19:29) Come, everyone who thirsts — come to the water of life. He who has […]

I am not a bit flippant when I say that I might have worshiped the sun. St. Patrick had words for us sun lovers—words that are still true.

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS Balaam’s talking donkey reveals his spiritual blindness and greed, contrasting Moses’ reverent response to God at the burning bush, illustrating how false prophets miss …
Mike Genung
Mark Skalberg has over 40 years of pastoral experience, serving as the lead Pastor of Canyons Community Church in Castle Rock, Colorado, Woodmen Valley Chapel, Calvary Chapel, and others. He has served as the Ministry Director for Salem in Colorado Springs, and since 1992, Mark Read More

The Old Testament has multiple pictures of spiritual eating and the reality of this eating begins in the gospels. It continues in the epistles. In 1 Corinthians 3:1 Paul speaks to them as “in…

By Elizabeth Prata Before I was saved, the whole Jesus thing was pretty mystifying to me. It seemed so complicated, and weird, too. I mean, the blood and everything. [shudder]. And I definitely did…

Explore Christian existentialism in 'Wayfinding: Journey to Become a Temple of God' by J.K. Ward. Review by Dr. Markus McDowell.

Image generated via AI. They say a picture is worth a 1000 words. With that said, I wonder what a 1000 blog posts are worth? In case you haven’t caught on by now, this is blog number 1000 pos…

Image and identity are hotly debated topics today. How should we see ourselves? How should we respond to society’s ongoing pressure to shape our appearance, behaviour, or possessions to gain success and acceptance? How do we manage our insecurities about who we are? Others’ opinions, reactions, and actions often greatly influence how we perceive ourselves. Our self-view affects how we live out the lives God has given us. However, neither scars nor praise can reveal the truth about who we truly a
Stacey BarkleyinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Wait for the Lord; be strong and courageous. Wait for the Lord. – Psalm 27:14 (HCSB)Please Pray:Lord,Forgive me for grasping at control instead of trusting You. When I feel the urge to hurry or “refresh,” remind me that You determine my steps. Teach me to wait with courage, not fear....
Revive Our Hearts
They wanted a king who would take; Jesus is the only king who gives and gives.

what if the fragrance we chose to wear communicated a meaningful truth? Wearing the fragrance of Christ accomplishes this precise result.

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Reflecting on The Pilgrim’s Progress and examples like John Child, I explore apostasy’s terror, irreversibility, and sobering call to perseverance, holiness, and faithf…

The Eucharistia meaning is the “giving of thanks.” It is grateful language offered back to God for what He’s already done and will do.
Shirley BrosiusinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
The Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience (emphasis mine), kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. – Galatians 5:22-23 (NLT)Please Pray: Lord, fill us with your Spirit so that we may be more like you. You are so patient with us, and we...
Mike Genung
In his autobiography “Surprised by Joy,” CS Lewis shares how, as a teen, he was deceived into walking away from the faith by a teacher at school who was into the wrong side of the fence spiritually, and, a professing Christian who distorted CS Lewis’ Read More
Lisa Price
Listen to my words, Lord, Consider my sighing.Listen to the sound of my cry for help, my King and my God, For to You I pray. In the morning, Lord, You will h…

Discover how Ecclesiastes 5:1-3 transforms prayer from performance to reverent listening. Learn to speak fewer words and hear more from the God who is in he ...

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12Please Pray: Heavenly Father, Forgive us, Lord, for the moments we failed to wait patiently on you. Thank you that even when we fail, you are still patient with us and not even our impatience can hinder...
Eddie Jones
The Imparted Nature of God Embedded in Every Human: the power of Life & Death (Proverbs 18:21), Legal Authority in God’s kingdom (Matthew 16:19), the Power of Spoken Faith (Romans 10:10), Harvest responsibility (Matthew 12:37), the authority to speak to any obstacle and see it move (Mark 11:23), words that heal (Proverbs 16:24), Divine Alignment […]

The regular Major League Baseball season begins March 25. But for lots of young players, the season begins the moment someone is willing to play catch. Each week I walk past a ballpark. From the earliest days of spring until early autumn, I hear the young voices, the crack of...

I’ve spoken to many people, one-on-one, and it is interesting to hear them say that if only they could see Jesus, they would believe. If only they could see ...

Good day, beautiful people, It’s been a very long minute. I hope you’re all well and having a beautiful time of reflection leading up to the sacred Easter period? I pray that the light of Chr…

“Likewise, you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”” -- 1 Peter 5:5-6Please Pray: Heavenly Father, I am so thankful that we live in a world...

“Likewise, you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for “God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble.”” -- 1 Peter 5:5-6 Back in the day. Money doesn’t grow on trees. You can’t teach an...

Discover how Ecclesiastes reveals three prayers that cut through life’s vanity. This introduction enriches your prayer life with lessons in listening, faith ...

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Christians must contend for the faith with truth and love, rejecting shallow “drive-by” comments, pursuing humble dialogue, and standing firm despite opposition in toda…

In an interview with Greg Laurie, Shannon Bream opened up about her illness and her faith amid life struggles.
Mary Rooney Armand
Managing expectations helps us move through disappointment, loss and pain. With God's help we can learn and grow when expectations go unmet.

Discover how Ecclesiastes 5:4-7 turns prayer from empty talk into faithful obedience, teaching us that fearing God and keeping vows deepens authentic communion.
Nicole O'MearainDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand.Be not so terribly angry, O Lord, and remember not iniquity forever. Behold, please look, we are all your people. -- Isaiah 64:8-9I stood at the...

I can vividly remember feeling the weight of "forced independence" more than a few times. The last time I moved, I was hit with a familiar

A study of John 11:1-16 reveals Jesus' close friends and God's covenant love, working by day and night, and God's plan to raise Lazarus.

Thou shalt not commit adultery. -Exodus 20:14, KJV Cut Through the Confusion! Cheaters thrive on confusion in their mark spouse. They hope the faithful spouse buys into the line that the cheating is really their fault and NOT the cheaters. Some will employ professionals to add to the confusion having faithful spouses believe the cheating … Continue reading "Cut Through the Confusion"

The Bible presents a good view of our spiritual eating on our path to New Jerusalem. The center of that holy city is “the throne of God and of the Lamb” (Rev. 22:1), out from which flo…
Nancy C. Williams
When we come to the Lord’s Supper, Jesus Christ meets us at His table with forgiveness and the unburdening of our souls.
The crucifixion is complete. Jesus' followers and Jesus' enemies, the religious elites, must both be haunted by the "What happens now?" question.

By Elizabeth Prata Aseity When we affirm that God is eternal, we are also saying that He possesses the attribute of aseity, or self-existence. … Unlike creation, God is self-existent, uncause…

In Luke, Jesus heals Jairus’ daughter and the bleeding woman. These two miracles remind us of a timeless truth—everybody needs Jesus.

Starting now, let’s begin to dismantle the stronghold that fear has on your life. There’s no better time to begin. This is the second part in my series on fear. Find the first one…
Keri Willis
Good Afternoon Friends, Thanks for being here. I appreciate all of you who read the words I believe God has laid on my heart to share. I pray you are blessed and nourished by them. You have probabl…
Beth PatchinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. – Romans 5:3-4 My sister and I stood knee-deep in the restless water at the ocean’s...

“He is not here, he has risen, JUST AS HE SAID ” - Matthew 28:6 (emphasis added) These are some of my favorite words in the Bible. Without the resurrection what do we have? But I think, for years, I was so focused on the words, HE IS RISEN, that I missed the scene they’re set in almost entirely!

In addition to the New Testament portions already presented, 1 Peter 2 has good verses on nourishment, growth, and building, all of which are for New Jerusalem. First Peter 1:23 announces that we h…

And they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men. And being unable to get to Him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above Him; and when they had dug an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic was lying. And Jesus, seeing...

they came, bringing to Him a paralytic, carried by four men. And being unable to get to Him because of the crowd, they removed the roof above Him; and when they had dug an opening, they let down the pallet on which the paralytic was lying. And Jesus, seeing their...

How do you help friends who are suffering when their needs feel overwhelming? A simple, practical way to carry burdens together through prayer, shared needs, and everyday acts of care—without pressure or guilt.
Stacey Barkley
Wait for the Lord; be strong and courageous. Wait for the Lord. -- Psalm 27:14 (HCSB) I told myself I wasn’t obsessed. I was just “checking.” But if I'm being honest, I refreshed that tracking number at least 20 times in one afternoon. The package I needed for the women’s...
Sheryl H. Boldt
How different would our lives be today if God’s love had not planned for our salvation so long ago? Imagine if Satan were left undefeated. Cruelty, selfishness and every ugly sin would have abounded even more than we see today. Think Pottersville (only worse) in “It’s a Wonderful Life,” where everyone began living for himself once Mr. Potter took over the town.
Nicole O'MearainDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
But now, O Lord, you are our Father; we are the clay, and you are our potter; we are all the work of your hand. Be not so terribly angry, O Lord, and remember not iniquity forever. Behold, please look, we are all your people. -- Isaiah 64:8-9Please Pray: Father...

Introduction: Why the Gospel Matters More Than Anything If you asked ten different people, “What is the gospel?” you might receive ten very different answers. Some would say it’s about love. Others…

Image generated via AI. There was a news story a few weeks ago, about a baby macaque monkey (snow monkey) at the Ichikawa City Zoo in Ichikawa, Japan (about 20 miles east of Tokyo), the zookeepers …
Revive Our Hearts
Sanctification is not a race. It’s a lifelong path of becoming more like Jesus by knowing Him more.
This new gospel movies 2026, Demonic Distractions will be live on our YouTube channel soon. Related: 28 gospel films YouTube channels New gospel movies 2026: How to avoid demonic distractions This new gospel movies 2026 on how to avoid demonic distractions will show you how satanic distractions hinder the prayers of Christians in marriage and […]
Karisa MooreinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
“Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.” – Psalm 139:23-24“It’s not a competition.” I’ve heard those words from trustworthy sources concerning my input during conversations twice this...

By Elizabeth Prata SYNOPSIS: Reviewing Jerry Bridges’ The Blessing of Humility, I reflect on humility as essential to sanctification, rooted in the Beatitudes, closely tied to love, and cultivated …

Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, and faithful in prayer. – Romans 12:12 A few days ago, I found myself pouring out a specific prayer for a particular situation that weighs heavily on my heart. I had been lifting it to the Lord in prayer repeatedly, yet the answer...
Beth PatchinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they help us develop endurance. And endurance develops strength of character, and character strengthens our confident hope of salvation. – Romans 5:3-4 Please Pray: For all of us who are feeling the effects of the...
Eddie Jones
Sons of God… You were formed in the image of God. You speak life or death with your words. Your hands can hurt or heal. Your offspring can bring Him honor or grieve His heart. Psalm 82:6 and John 10:34 This is not religion — this is reality. Isn’t it time to meet your Maker?
Revive Our Hearts
Even in seasons of deep need, we’re not disqualified from extending kindness to others.
Mary Rooney Armand
Learning why we obey God is not a topic we discuss enough. It is unpopular, tough and uncomfortable. But obedience to God is required in a life following Christ. It shows we chose to love and align our lives with the word of God and the ways of Jesus.

By humility and the fear of the LORD Are riches and honor and life. -- Proverbs 22:4 (NIV)Please Pray:Lord, thank You for the example of Jesus, who stepped out of ivory palaces and took up a servant’s towel. Help me to seek the humility described—not as a performance to be...
Eddie Jones
I doubt you’ll read this, but here it is. When in doubt, don’t. When in doubt, leave it out. I would rather have doubt than certainty. Doubt is the beginning of wisdom. If in doubt, cut it out. Beyond a shadow of a doubt. Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will. He who has […]
Lilka Finley RaphaelinDaybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord, and He will lift you up. – James 4:10 (NKJV)Please Pray: Heavenly Father, give us humble hearts. May we strive to serve instead of seeking recognition. May we be mindful that we can’t do anything of substance without You. In Jesus’ Name,...

Abstract This essay on divine repentance originated as a lecture delivered to students at Northern Seminary and has been further developed from course notes prepared for my “Old Testament The…

By Elizabeth Prata The thread of Christianity depends on a unity from one generation to the next of mutual understanding of our important words. Hence the Word of the Week. Aseity



