Carter Conlon | Daily Devotionals

Do You Seek to Be Blessed

Psalm 32:1 says, “Blessed is he whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered.” Do you seek to be blessed today? If so, turn to God and allow Him to forgive your sins. Being blessed means living under divine favor—safeguarded by a power that may be unseen, yet is deeply felt by those who embrace it. You may face the same hardships as those around you, but if you know your sins are forgiven, if you trust that heaven is your eternal home, and if you stand assured that there’s no condemnati...

For Those Listening Today

My friend, there is a song that God has placed in your heart—a shout that comes from being gripped by the Holy Spirit of Almighty God. Praise be to God. For those listening today, consider opening your heart to the Lord Jesus Christ and inviting Him into your life as your Lord and Savior. Acknowledge that you can’t save yourself, and believe in your heart that God sent His Son to die on a cross in your place. Confess Him as your Lord and Savior. If you do this, the Bible clearly states that you ...

Have You Paused to Listen

Psalm 32:7 says, “You are my hiding place; You shall preserve me from trouble; You shall surround me with songs of deliverance.” When was the last time you felt the Holy Spirit—or the Son of God—singing over you? As you walk through your days, have you paused to listen for the melodies of God’s love and protection? Scripture assures us that He sings over us. What an incredible thought—imagine the sound of that song! It must be beautiful beyond words. Today, open your heart and your ears to your ...

Jesus Promises Endurance

Before Jesus returns, He spoke to us about a season of wars. He warned of kingdoms rising against kingdoms, of famines, and of diseases sweeping across the world. Everything we’ve trusted in will be shaken. He described a time when the people of God would be abandoned and betrayed, when false voices claiming to represent God would rise and try to lead many astray. Lawlessness will increase, and the love in many hearts will grow cold—cold to the true work of God on the earth, which is the redempt...

Memorial Day

This Memorial Day, we pause to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. Their sacrifice reflects the words of Jesus: “Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends” ( John 15:13 ). As we honor these heroes today, we also find comfort in God’s promises. “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit” ( Psalm 34:18 ). If today brings sorrow, may you find peace in knowing that God sees, God cares, and God hold...

Keep Your Heart

I don’t know what our generation will face in the future, but I sense it won’t be easy. The Bible warns us of wars, rumors of wars, famines, and pestilence—signs of disruption on nearly every level. This world is experiencing birth pains, anticipating the return of Jesus Christ. A worldwide rebellion against His lordship is looming. Yet even now, you and I have a chance to turn to God with all our hearts and seek His forgiveness. Today, you can receive Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior. Even ...

Tune into His Powerful Voice

We find ourselves in a time when turmoil seems rampant. Social unrest, cultural divides, and personal struggles create a whirlwind of confusion. In this environment, a torrent of often misleading opinions circulates, with everyone claiming to have the answers. Yet amidst this noise, there is one voice that rises above it all—the voice of God. It is His voice that calls us to safety, offering a message of forgiveness and urging us to seek something solid and unchanging in a world full of uncertai...

Turn to Christ With Confidence

Psalm 32:6 says, “For this cause everyone who is godly shall pray to You in a time when You may be found; surely in a flood of great waters, they shall not come near him.” In challenging times—when trials, negativity, and condemnation surround you—turn to Christ with confidence. God promises His protection, assuring that while troubles may flow around you, they will not harm you. Isn’t that incredible? He wraps you in His arms and assures you that He will never leave or forsake you. He will be a...

Thankfully He Listened

The apostle Paul told Timothy that those who labor must first partake of the fruits—urging a deep understanding of this principle. He also pointed out the danger of hypocrisy: preaching against actions that one practices in secret. It’s alarming to witness so much spiritual blindness in ministry today—individuals living immorally while still leading large congregations, as if they’re exempt from the truth they proclaim. I once had a conversation with an apologist and confronted him about the dar...

Allow The Holy Spirit To Empower You

You’re probably aware that incredible evil is taking hold of this generation—our children, our schools, and our society. Darkness is growing, and the ways of God are in danger of being almost eradicated in this season. There are mountains that need to be spoken to, and if ever there was a time to have faith in God, it’s now. As believers in Jesus Christ, we must not doubt but believe that what God has said in the Scriptures, He will do. He told us we could have faith to move mountains. We have t...

As One Grows Older

How could Solomon—the wisest man—end up building temples to heathen gods that required the sacrifice of children, without realizing it was wrong? Scripture tells us that his heart was turned by the love he allowed into his life as he grew older. This serves as a sobering warning: as we age, natural zeal may fade, revealing what truly exists within us. Just like a desert lizard that wags its tail to cover its tracks from predators, it eventually ages, the tail stiffens, and it becomes vulnerable—...

He Will Equip You

Have you ever felt a call to do something significant in the kingdom of God—or to become someone you’re not yet? Maybe you wrestle with feelings of inadequacy, wondering if you’re ready or mature enough for this calling. You might find yourself crying out to God: “I feel like a child. I don’t know how to love others as I should, or forgive my enemies. I don’t know how to be the husband or wife I need to be, or the father or mother my family deserves.” In these moments, ask God for the wisdom to ...

Let Go of What Hinders You

Romans 7:18 says, “For I know that in me (that is, in my flesh) nothing good dwells; for to will is present with me, but how to perform what is good I do not find.” At the cross, you and I are invited to bring our flawed selves—this body entrenched in sin—and exchange it for the new life promised to us through Jesus Christ. We can trade our failures for His strength, our confusion for clarity, our cowardice for His love, and our fear for His courage. Let go today of what hinders you, and embrace...

Pitfalls of Pride and Self-reliance

Proverbs 3:5–7 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and depart from evil.” Despite sharing this profound wisdom, Solomon later reflects on his life and concludes that all is vanity and emptiness. He became wise in his own eyes, strayed from God, and moved toward evil—ultimately feeling bitter and disillusioned. Let this be a reminder to...

Would You Be Surprised?

Would you be surprised today if I told you that we’re on the edge of experiencing a supernatural visitation of God? I say this prophetically because I know it to be true in my heart. We’re at a moment in time where Jesus Christ is soon returning. Before God moves, He sends voices to call His people’s attention to what He is about to do—things that only He can do. In His mercy, before Christ returns, He will gather everyone who can still hear His voice. Open your heart today to Jesus. Allow God t...

Mother's Day

When Mary, the mother of Jesus, came to dedicate Him in the temple, things were spoken about His life, and the Scripture tells us that Mary pondered these things in her heart ( Luke 2:19 ). Thank you to every mother who has taken time to ponder and believe for God’s best for each of your children. Thank you for never giving up on us. Thank you for never turning your back on us. Thank you for believing in us, even when we don’t believe in ourselves. Thank you for holding in your heart the things ...

A Powerful Reminder

Proverbs 4:5–13 passionately urges us: “Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth.” Solomon reassures us that wisdom will preserve and honor those who embrace it, promising that it leads to a fulfilling life. He writes not just for his own son, but as a message from God—highlighting the path of wisdom that keeps our steps steady and unhindered. Yet, despite receiving divine wisdom, Solomon later strayed. He became empty and dissatisfied as he pursued ...

A New Song

Psalm 40:2–3 says, “He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps. He has put a new song in my mouth—praise to our God; many will see it and fear, and will trust in the Lord.” This passage reminds us that God gives us a new song when we choose to follow His ways and respond to His gentle call. In Him, we find a profound comfort that transcends all understanding. As we embrace this invitation, we can share the joy and hope...

Stay True to Your Calling

King Solomon, once the wisest man, reflects on his life in Ecclesiastes 2 and reveals a troubling drift from his calling. Despite possessing unparalleled wisdom, he sought to gratify his flesh with wine, leading him away from God and His purpose. Solomon realized that the pursuit of pleasure ultimately left him feeling empty. He even declared that wisdom seemed pointless if it led him to the same fate as a fool. Though his initial request for wisdom was to judge others rightly, he failed to appl...

We Cannot Pray Small Prayers

We need to start asking God for bigger things than just our own needs because evil is rising all around us. This present generation needs people who have mountain-moving faith—people who are willing to look outward and recognize the great need and great deception in the world. As believers in Christ, we can’t be afraid of these things. We can’t keep praying small, self-focused prayers, thinking the obstacles are too big to be conquered. If ever there was a generation that needed bold, mountain-m...

This Promise is Profound

James 1:5–8 says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.” God takes our belief in His willingness to give us wisdom very seriously. He makes it clear that if we ask f...

With All Your Heart

Proverbs 3:5–6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.” We are reminded not to rely solely on our own understanding. Instead, we should seek a word from God and allow the Holy Spirit to work in our lives. But there comes a point—myself included—when God’s truth must take precedence over our own thoughts and feelings. Until we fully embrace His truth and invite it into our lives, it beco...

True Wisdom

True wisdom is found in the ability to discern the motives of our own hearts. Solomon, in Proverbs 2 , warned others about the seductive influences of the world, particularly cautioning against immoral relationships that lead to destruction. Yet, in 1 Kings 11 , we see that Solomon himself fell into the very trap he advised others to avoid—being with many women despite God’s command against it. He possessed wisdom meant for others but failed to apply it to his own life, exemplified by his decisi...

Each One Of Us Has A Unique Calling

We are now active participants in the Kingdom of God, and the devil is well aware of the power that you and I possess. Even the weakest among us, when filled with the power of God, can cause significant damage to the enemy’s plans and the forces that seek to keep this generation in captivity. It’s time for us to step forward and break through any barriers that are holding us back. The Church of Jesus Christ is not a spectator sport—it is meant for active engagement by all people. While it’s insp...

One Person that Will Say Yes

The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the Wilderness of Kadesh. The voice of the Lord makes the deer give birth and strips the forests bare; and in His temple everyone says, “Glory!” ( Psalm 29:8-9 ) When the Lord finds a spirit that is willing, a heart that won’t resist Him, and has no need to reason everything out, there’s no limit to what God can do through that vessel. All God needs is one person in your family, one person in your community, one person who will say yes...

The Direction We Look Determines Our Path

The End of You Is The Beggining of God

Ask God to Guard Your Heart

I want to remind you today that we shouldn’t play games with God or start thinking that our thoughts are better than His. His words bring light, and in Christ, we have the promise of becoming a new creation. Let’s walk according to His thoughts, not our own. Ask Him today for wisdom with the right intentions, trusting that God, as He says, will give it to you generously. Let the light within you remain bright and not turn to darkness. Ask God today to guard your heart and keep you alive in Him. ...

Let His Example Inspire You

“We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers and sisters, about the troubles we experienced in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired of life itself. Indeed, we felt we had received the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. He has delivered us from such a deadly peril, and He will deliver us again. On Him we have set our hope that He will continue to deliver u...

Jesus is Waiting for You

Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?” She, supposing him to be the gardener, said to him, “Sir, if you’ve carried him away, tell me where you’ve laid him, and I will take him away.” Jesus said to her, “Mary.” She turned and said to him, “Rabboni,” which is to say, “Teacher.” Jesus said to her, “Do not cling to me, for I have not yet ascended to my Father, but go to my brethren and say to them, ‘I am ascending to my Father and your Father, and to my God and your G...