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15 Bible Verses for Birthdays: Bless Your Loved Ones
Our daughter recently turned 15, and as she inches closer to adulthood, I’ve been speaking God’s Word over her life. No matter how old a person is turning, praying Scripture over them on their birthdays can be a rich blessing. Today, we’ll look at 15 Bible verses for birthdays. You might write these Scriptures inside a birthday card or pray them over your loved one. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for several family devotional books that make faith-building gifts for boys and girls on their special days. You’ll also find a library of free online devotionals to help you grow closer to God.…
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20 Bible Verses About the Kingdom of God
When Jesus taught his disciples to pray, his prayer included these words: “Thy kingdom come on earth as it is in heaven” (Matthew 6:10). Many of us have memorized this prayer, but we fail to understand the Kingdom of God. Today, we’ll study this phrase and explore 20 Bible verses about the Kingdom of God. Bible Verses About the Kingdom of God The Kingdom of God is mentioned more than 80 times in the New Testament. Let’s look at 20 of these verses together today. I also invite you to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you experience God’s Kingdom in your…
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A Free 2026 New Year Devotional for Renewal in God’s Presence
Do you want to start 2026 by renewing your commitment to spend time with God? God is pursuing you, and you can respond to his pursuit using this free 2026 New Year devotional: Mornings With Jesus will help you connect with Jesus for renewal every morning for the next 31 days. One of the best ways to renew our commitment to God is to begin our days in his presence. Mornings With Jesus shares a daily Scripture reading, reflection, and an invitation to quiet yourself and encounter the Living God. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a full library of free devotionals to help you connect…
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15 Bible Verses for Athletes Who Want to Glorify God
God calls us to give our best effort in everything we do, and sports can teach us about character and hard work. Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses for athletes who want to glorify God. As a life-long athlete, I have memorized many of these verses and spoken them over my athletic endeavors. Now that I am also a coach, I believe these truths can help other athletes by teaching them important lessons about life. If you are an athlete, I encourage you to read these Scriptures often and commit them to memory. God wants you to glorify him in all you do, and this includes giving your best effort…
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Praying the Beatitudes: 8 Prayers for Alignment
A mantle of unblemished white greets us at daybreak. I look to the day ahead and feel expectant, yesterday’s regrets cleansed like the sleeping earth outside the window. Opening my Bible to Matthew’s Gospel, I start the day by praying the Beatitudes. As I speak God’s words back to him, something within me shifts as if I’m moving into alignment with him. I’m pulled out of my ruminating thoughts, and my perspective is renewed. I invite you to pray the Beatitudes with me today. Also, be sure to read to the end of today’s post for a free devotional eBook to help you experience God’s presence as you seek alignment…
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15 Bible Verses About Children: Cherishing and Correcting Them
Our third child was born on a foggy spring morning, and in that moment, a lifetime of anticipation came to fruition. My husband and I sensed our family was complete, and the family I’d wondered about for decades was established in full. Today, we’ll look at a list of Bible verses about children as we thank God for the children in our lives and align ourselves with his perspective regarding children. I write this post with bittersweet sentiments today. Our children are a blessing, and I am immensely grateful for them. In the same breath, I think of loved ones who long for children of their own, and God has…
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10 Bible Verses for Sleepless Nights
The morning shadows dance with the expectancy of a new day, untouched and full of potential, as a rising sun ascends over the pines. I watch from the window through blurry eyes. Our days have been full, and I’ve been sleeping poorly. Opening my Bible, I decide to make a list of Bible verses for sleepless nights. Bible Verses for Sleepless Nights If sleep is hard to find again tonight, I’ll return to this list and soak in God’s Truth. Sleeplessness can be deeply frustrating. The next time your mind refuses to quiet in the night, turn to these Scriptures to help you find peace. Be sure to read to…
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Unlikely Heroes of the Bible: God Uses Imperfect People
I recently met a younger friend for coffee, and we caught up on the past few months. Since I’d last seen her, she’d surrendered her life to Christ, and the transformation was beautiful. She was also having trouble forgiving herself for the decisions she made when she wasn’t walking with Christ. As I reflected on the conversation, I was reminded of the many unlikely heroes of the Bible. These people didn’t appear to be qualified to lead others. But God doesn’t choose those who are wise and strong according to worldly standards. He chooses the weak. He chooses sinful people who know they need a Savior and are willing to…
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A Free Advent Devotional for Less Stress and Deeper Peace
Two years ago, I released an Advent devotional aimed at helping others slow down and experience deeper peace throughout the weeks leading up to Christmas. This year, for a limited time, I’m offering this eBook for free. Below, you’ll find an excerpt from the devotional. Be sure to read to the end of today’s post for your free Advent devotional! Still My Soul: A Free Advent Devotional for Deeper Peace I sit with the dawn and let my thoughts gather. The grey morning light washes away the night, and the thin air is embroidered with a crimson cardinal’s song. My mind is scattered, and I feel like I’ve been stretched…
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15 Bible Verses About God’s Mercy in Difficult Times
Autmn loses itself to the darkness one long evening at a time. Now, more than ever, we need the reminder that God’s mercies are new every morning, that he will carry us through the long, dark months ahead. Today, we’ll explore 15 Bible verses about God’s mercy. I encourage you to soak in these words when you feel alone and discouraged. God is merciful when we fail. He pursues us with goodness and mercy all our lives. These are the gifts he carries in his hands, waiting for us to reach out and receive them. Let’s turn to God’s Word as we consider his mercy toward us. I also invite…
