But as for you, brethren, do not grow weary in doing good. -- 2 Thessalonians 3:13 God, You are our provider—our Yahweh Yireh. You withhold nothing from us for those who do Your will. But sometimes in the noise of this crazy world, with all it demands for busyness I forget that it is your strength, not my own, that allows me to persevere. Help me to run the race set before with endurance. For Your glory and in the Mighty Name of Jesus Christ, Amen. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttim...
Sep 04, 2024•46 sec•Ep. 114
By Lori Altebaumer But as for you, brethren, do not grow weary in doing good. -- 2 Thessalonians 3:13 Sometimes life feels like a never-ending slog to the finish line. Other times we feel like we’re careening forward at a pace sure to end in an insurance deductible. Both drain us physically, emotionally, and often spiritually. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Sep 04, 2024•6 min•Ep. 113
“For we have no power against this great multitude that is coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are upon You.” – 2 Chronicles 20:12 Jesus Christ, our great Savior and Warrior King, I praise You for being steadfast in Your love and faithful to never forsake me. Show me Your vision for me, and help me to keep my eyes always on You. Guide me in my days ahead, so that I may persevere despite attacks from the evil one. Teach me daily to trust in You, not in my own power or plans...
Sep 03, 2024•2 min•Ep. 112
By Nancy C. Williams “For we have no power against this great multitude that is coming against us; nor do we know what to do, but our eyes are upon You.” – 2 Chronicles 20:12 Got an impossible task? A stack of bills and no money in your checking account? A last-minute assignment from your boss when you’re already swamped? Thirty extra pounds on your body that need to come off? Mountains of laundry? Maybe it’s a dream that won’t get off the ground. Rejections pile up. An army of adversaries gang ...
Sep 03, 2024•5 min•Ep. 111
"Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." - James 1:4 Father, we know You desire to guide our path through life, and we certainly want You to do so. Help us prioritize our relationship with You and commit to cultivating spiritual perseverance so that we are filled with faith and wisdom to run the race well and finish the work You have for us to do. In Jesus' name, Amen. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Sep 02, 2024•40 sec•Ep. 110
By Kim Gentry-Meyer "Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." -- James 1:4 Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Sep 02, 2024•5 min•Ep. 109
“And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” -- Hebrews 12: 1a-2b) (NLT) Dear Jesus, Thank you for today. May I exhibit joy, gratitude, and love toward you and those around me. Help me run my race by focusing on you, not those around me. Give me the courage and stamina to overcome the obstacles and disappointments that come my way. Help me keep my eyes, mind, and heart on you and all yo...
Sep 01, 2024•53 sec•Ep. 108
By Mary Armand “And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” -- Hebrews 12: 1a-2b) (NLT) Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Sep 01, 2024•4 min•Ep. 107
“Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen” –Ephesians 3:20-21, NIV Heavenly Father, you know how much our human nature likes to grasp for control. Help us lay those desires down as we entrust you fully. Your power and strength guide us, and through your comfort, we can rest in peace. We love and thank you, Lord. ...
Aug 31, 2024•50 sec•Ep. 36
By Amber Ginter “Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen” – Ephesians 3:20-21 In this episode, I reflect on my journey from a person who thrived on control and leadership to one who had to learn the art of surrender. My early years were marked by a desire to lead and take charge, from school projects to forming ...
Aug 31, 2024•4 min•Ep. 35
“Many are the plans in the mind of a man, but it is the purpose of the LORD that will stand.” —Proverbs 19:21 Heavenly Father, I’m so grateful that Your plans are sure and Your purposes in my life will be fulfilled no matter how far off course my current circumstances have cast me. Help me lay my plans at Your feet and trust You to put me back on the course that will accomplish Your purposes in my life and in the lives of those I serve. In Jesus’ powerful name, amen. Read More Visit Daybreak Dev...
Aug 30, 2024•47 sec•Ep. 45
By Renee Gotcher Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own understanding; think about Him in all your ways, and He will guide you on the right paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Aug 30, 2024•5 min•Ep. 44
"Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth" – James 3:13-14, ESV Lord, reveal where I am jealous and seek my own way. Help me to approach challenges, deserved or undeserved, with humility, thinking of others above myself. In Jesus name I pray, Amen. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Aug 29, 2024•52 sec•Ep. 65
By Karisa Moore Who is wise and understanding among you? By his good conduct let him show his works in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter jealousy and selfish ambition in your hearts, do not boast and be false to the truth – James 3:13-14 I am surprised at the James passage. I didn't expect that the root of a lack of wisdom is bitter jealousy and selfish ambition. The James passage goes on to say, "But the wisdom from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full ...
Aug 29, 2024•5 min•Ep. 64
By Thinking Like God “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; A good understanding have all those who do His commandments; His praise endures forever.” – Psalm 111:10 If you are aching for wisdom today, perhaps you should open your Bible and hear from the One who holds the wisdom of the ages. After all, wisdom really is thinking like God thinks. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Aug 28, 2024•5 min•Ep. 62
by Keri Willis Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth , and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me. John 14:6 In this episode, we delve into the powerful concept of freedom through the lens of American history and Christian faith. Our journey begins with a poignant memory from an "American Heritage Day" event at school, where a stirring speech by a sixth grader on Patrick Henry’s famous declaration, “Give me liberty or give me death,” left an indelible mark. We explore Patri...
Aug 27, 2024•5 min•Ep. 13
“Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty [emancipation from bondage, true freedom].” -- 2 Corinthians 2:17 AMP Dear Lord, I am grateful for Your love and trust You completely. Help me identify areas of brokenness so I can experience unquestionable freedom. Intercept unhealthy thoughts and actions so my relationship with You is strengthened and grows. I want to walk freely in Your Spirit freely loving You, myself, and others. May my life be an offering to...
Aug 26, 2024•1 min•Ep. 12
In this episode, we explore the powerful concept of true freedom in Christ as shared by Mary Armand. Reflecting on her high school experiences, Mary recalls the frustration of the three-legged race, where partners are tied together and must run towards the finish line. This race serves as a metaphor for how our natural abilities can be restrained by negative bonds and patterns in our lives. However, the highlight of the race was always the moment of untying the cord and breaking free, a sensatio...
Aug 26, 2024•3 min•Ep. 11
Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. – Romans 12:12 Lord, I maintain my hope in You, and I hold onto the assurance that what I am praying for is already accomplished in the name of Jesus. In this new school year ahead, I ask that as a parent you give me strength, patience, and above all please grant me wisdom as I guide my children through the rigors of another academic year. As David prayed in Psalm 18:1: “I love you, Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock, my fort...
Aug 25, 2024•1 min•Ep. 106
By Brenda Seefeldt Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer. – Romans 12:12 Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Aug 25, 2024•7 min•Ep. 105
“for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” -- 2 Timothy 1:7 Lord, you know my heart and how I long to spend more time with You. You also know my faults, and the life challenges I face. Please highlight things I need to improve or remove from my life so I may be better disciplined. I ask you to send your Spirit to guide me in this, and that in all things, I honor and do your will. In Jesus’ name, Amen. Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers...
Aug 24, 2024•46 sec•Ep. 104
By Ronda Wells MD “for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” -- 2 Timothy 1:7 Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Aug 24, 2024•6 min•Ep. 103
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown. -- 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 (NKJV). Heavenly Father, I just ask that You would help me to be be more disciplined in my faith. I pray that you will help me to make the right choices, not ones that are convenient and comfortable, but ...
Aug 22, 2024•1 min•Ep. 100
By Lilka Finley Raphael Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown. -- 1 Corinthians 9:24-25 (NKJV). The race set before us requires discipline as well. We may not strive for gold, but we serve a purpose in our Father’s plan. Athletes continually push themselves to reach n...
Aug 22, 2024•4 min•Ep. 99
“My eyes are awake through the night watches, that I may meditate on Your word.” — Psalm 119:148 Almighty Father, I’m so grateful that Your word isn’t simply an ancient book filled with recorded history, letters, poems, and songs, but it lives and breathes through Your divinely inspired words, which are active and powerful (Heb. 4:12), providing a lamp to my feet and a light to my path (Psalm 119:105) and transforming me day by day (2 Cor. 4:16). I thank you that even on a sleepless night, I can...
Aug 21, 2024•1 min•Ep. 98
By Renee Gotcher “My eyes are awake through the night watches, that I may meditate on Your word.” — Psalm 119:148 Read More Visit Daybreak Devotions and Nighttime Prayers
Aug 21, 2024•6 min•Ep. 97
"Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you," -- Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) Heavenly Father, we come to you as Your children. We love You and praise Your Holy Name. Guide us into this new lifestyle of spiritual discipline according to Your divine will. Help us to keep our eyes on You and to follow Your voice and shake off things that would weigh us down on our faith journey. Help us to walk the path You have set before us, and not look to the right o...
Aug 20, 2024•1 min•Ep. 96
By Laura Maser "Seek first the Kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you," -- Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) When we look at the context of this Scripture, the Apostle Matthew referenced basically all our earthly needs, what you wear, what you will eat, what you drink, all you need for your life on earth. But what does that have to do with Spiritual Discipline? Maybe you are new to the faith, and you did not grow up in a family of believers. Or maybe you have not enjo...
Aug 20, 2024•11 min•Ep. 95
“… train yourself in godliness, for the training of the body has a limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” -- 1 Timothy 4:7-8 (HCSB) Lord, thank you for your desire to spend time with me. Help me to be intentional by finding a place and time to practice the spiritual disciplines you’ve commanded. I want to live according to the Spirit and not by my flesh. In You, I find my strength. In Jesus' name I pr...
Aug 19, 2024•48 sec•Ep. 94
By Stacey Barkley “… train yourself in godliness, for the training of the body has a limited benefit, but godliness is beneficial in every way, since it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come.” -- 1 Timothy 4:7-8 (HCSB) When my children were little, I was disciplined in keeping a tight schedule. If I didn’t, they’d become cranky. We ate at specific times and had an iron clad bedtime. Their schedule was important so they would grow strong and healthy. It was necessary fo...
Aug 19, 2024•5 min•Ep. 93
