Lexham PressThe Christmas season easily overwhelms, and meaning can be lost in the busyness. But a new Christmas devotional by Mark M. Yarbrough, Tidings of Comfort & Joy: 25 Devotions Leading to Christmas, reminds us why we celebrate with 25 short...
Faithlife StaffThis post is the seventh and last in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. 2 Samuel 7:1–16 It happened that the king settled in his house. (Now Yahweh had given rest to him from all his enemies...
This post is the sixth in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. We will be posting one devotional a day through Christmas. John 1:6–8, 19–28 (Part 1) A man came, sent from God, whose name...
This post is the fifth in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. We will be posting one devotional a day through Christmas. 1 Thessalonians 5:16–24 Rejoice always, pray constantly, give...
This post is the fourth in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. We will be posting one devotional a day through Christmas. Luke 1:46–55 And Mary said, “My soul exalts the Lord, and my...
This post is the third in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. We will be posting one devotional a day through Christmas. Psalm 126 When Yahweh restored the fortunes of Zion, we were like...
This post is the second in a series adapted from Anticipating His Arrival, a family Advent devotional by Rick Brannan. We will be posting one devotional a day through Christmas. Isaiah 64:1–4, 8–11 Would that you would tear the heavens and come...
One of the most fascinating developments to follow through the Bible’s storyline is the concept of God dwelling with his people. God, the creator of all that exists, gradually reveals his desire to be present and active with those who belong to him...
Morris ProctorThis post is from Morris Proctor, certified and authorized trainer for Logos Bible Software. Morris, who has trained thousands of Logos users at his two-day Camp Logos seminars, provides many training materials. The new year, a time for fresh...
Jessi StrongFor your Lent devotional readings, pick up a copy of 40 Days to the Cross: Reflections from Great Thinkers for just $4.95. The Gospel writers of the New Testament show Jesus spending 40 days in the wilderness, fasting, and being tempted by Satan...
Ray Deck IIIThe Bible is a big book. Many people read it faithfully every day for years, and still never develop a big-picture view of it. For example: How does the story of the Exodus foreshadow the earthly ministry of Jesus? Why would God direct the prophet...
It’s resolution-making season. And to ensure your most important resolution—the one about daily Bible reading—is also the easiest to keep, we’d like you to meet the free Every Day Bible app. Built on the reading-plan framework of Connect...
Tayler BeedeWhen I meditate on Christmas, I think about our Jesus—about the miracle of our Savior. About being free from my sins and being able to rest in his grace all because he came here to save us. But I don’t often think about the fact that people longed...
Derek FekkesOne of the most fascinating developments to follow through the Bible’s storyline is the concept of God dwelling with his people. God, the creator of all that exists, gradually reveals his desire to be present and active with those who belong to him...
It’s easy to imagine what Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, or the Magi were thinking and feeling when they encountered the baby Jesus for the first time. I can imagine the mix of excitement, nerves, and expectation as they wondered when God would...
Ryan NelsonIsaiah’s magnificent prophecy spans not only history, going from creation (e.g., 42:5) to eternity (e.g., 9:7), but also geography, with an interest ranging between God’s own people through all of humanity (e.v., 2:2). Containing both...
Jayson D. BradleyLooking for daily inspiration from devotionals that focus on a common theme for each year? The 13-volume Day by Day Collection may be exactly what you need. Produced by UK-based charity Precious Seed International, the Day by Day Collection delivers...
Deni AvantDaily devotionals are a great source of encouragement. They serve as a reminder to get in the Word daily and guide readers to dig deeper into Scripture. Daily Treasures from the Word of God, on Pre-Pub now for just $12.95, provides daily readings...
What exactly is God asking when He indicates that women should be women of excellence? How can I love as Jesus loved? Does being a woman of faith mean I can’t ever have doubts? How can I have freedom when I’m constantly busy? Chances are most of us...