The adage "Practice makes perfect" has been a common refrain over time, but it has evolved into "Practice makes permanent," emphasizing consistency over perfection. This concept applies to all aspects of life, including our journey of faith. Mastery doesn't come without its share of missteps. Yet, by diligently practicing the correct principles, we aspire to achieve the desired outcomes. Today's devotional might not resonate with those who seek flawlessness or constancy, but for those eager for spiritual growth, it's precisely tailored.

The pursuit of tranquility in the midst of life's tumult can be a formidable challenge. Attaining serenity is a complex task, even when external clamor subsides. Yet, some individuals manage to embrace calmness amidst turmoil. This state of peace is not readily accessible; it demands consistent practice and dedication to master. Today's devotion is to guide you toward discovering that elusive form of inner peace …

In our youth, the prospect of parental discipline loomed large, yet it was the undercurrent of respect that truly shaped us. This respect fostered a unique acceptance for our parents' guidance, unlike any other. Coupled with the warmth of love, it begs the question: Are respect and love truly opposites, or do they intertwine? Today's devotion challenges us to explore the interplay between love, fear, and respect, and the answer might surprise you …

I loved playing the guessing game with my children when they were younger. They would get so excited trying to figure out what my wife or I were hinting toward. But as they grew up, they became less excited about guessing and always wanted to know. God has plans for us, but they are not always easy to figure out. However, there is a way to know, and that's what today's devotion is about: how to know what God wants.

All have fallen short of God’s glory and are guilty of our sins…But thank God that for all who have faith in Jesus, we are justified and forgiven!

As we get to springtime, we know construction season is upon us. Roads need repair and in some cases must be closed entirely. This requires some sort of detour. In those case, it may provide a mild inconvenience. Other times, it can be quite substantial. In life, there are also times when you are thrown off your route. How would you respond? What might be an inconvenience may in reality might be an opportunity. Today’s devotion is about one such story where a major detour changed history …

The one who spoke and created everything is still able to speak into your life and make it whole. Like the centurion…. You just need faith to ask Jesus to say the word!

We were all given rights. Some of us may have been greater advantages in comparison to others. I know my youngest daughter had lots of things that my oldest one did not. There are times I wonder if she truly understands just how much she got. Today’s devotion resembles that spirt in that there is something we have that we take for granted …

Rage does not sound good. It feels out of control and almost like an out of body experience. No one wants to experience that. However, what if it was not like that at all? What if this rage was controlled? Furthermore, what if it was in response to something to help us survive? Today’s devotion is about one of those instances where rage in fact is a good thing.

When growing up, we all had experiences when we did something and one of our parents looked at us and simply said, “That’s not good enough.” We often walked away frustrated mumbling to ourselves about how unrealistic an expectation they had. Of course, we always did more, and eventually, they were satisfied. How often do we hear that in our head today? Not those situations where we only have time to do so much, but when we do something and deep down know it was not enough? Here’s a story about when we are not doing enough and what to do about it …

Have you ever thought you had a clear understanding of something years ago only to have an entirely different view when you looked at it again? I once had a friend tell me the phrase ‘dually noted’ was correct until an English major corrected me to say, ‘duly noted.’ As we get older, life gets more complex not because we do not understand things. It’s because we do that challenges the way we used to think. That’s what growing is, and today’s devotion is about just that … growing …