What if a short, focused prayer could reset the atmosphere of your home? We walk through seven blessings designed to meet real family needs with clarity and hope, inviting the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus in practical, daily ways. Rather than chasing perfect routines, we move toward a rhythm of prayer that touches spirit, emotions, mind, purpose, relationships, health, and provision, so faith becomes more than words and starts shaping how we speak, decide, and care for one another. If this co...
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What if a short, focused prayer could reset the atmosphere of your home? We walk through seven blessings designed to meet real family needs with clarity and hope, inviting the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus in practical, daily ways. Rather than chasing perfect routines, we move toward a rhythm of prayer that touches spirit, emotions, mind, purpose, relationships, health, and provision, so faith becomes more than words and starts shaping how we speak, decide, and care for one another. If this co...
What if a short, focused prayer could reset the atmosphere of your home? We walk through seven blessings designed to meet real family needs with clarity and hope, inviting the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus in practical, daily ways. Rather than chasing perfect routines, we move toward a rhythm of prayer that touches spirit, emotions, mind, purpose, relationships, health, and provision, so faith becomes more than words and starts shaping how we speak, decide, and care for one another. If this co...
What if identity isn’t something you build, but something you receive? We open up the promise of 2 Corinthians 5:17—becoming a new creation—and trace how that truth reshapes daily life. Instead of chasing approval or curating an image, we talk about being chosen, adopted, and beloved, with full rights and a secure inheritance in the family of God. That shift breaks the cycle of striving and replaces it with freedom rooted in grace. You’ll hear a spoken blessing of identity to anchor these tr...
Power that outlasts your circumstances is not a myth; it is the promise of Colossians 1 brought to life. We walk through a short, Scripture-rich devotional that blesses you with endurance and patience joined to joy, rooted not in your grit but in God’s glorious might. From rescue out of darkness to life in the kingdom of light, we explore what it means to live as heirs—people who carry a rich and glorious inheritance right now, not just someday. If your heart needs a steadying word, this dev...
In a world of instant answers, we’re slowing down to rediscover holy wonder. This episode explores God as Creator—from Genesis to the galaxies—and how creation reveals both His infinite power and intimate nearness. We talk about oceans, stars, hummingbirds, fingerprints, and the beauty of a God who never copies and pastes. Wonder isn’t childish; it restores imagination, hope, and trust. The God who named the stars also speaks into our hardest seasons. If your heart feels tired or hurried, com...
What if the most powerful way to change leadership isn’t a vote, a memo, or a trend, but a prayer said with a clear, focused heart? We open Scripture and trace a vivid portrait of the qualities that shape wise, courageous, and compassionate authority—then we pray them over the people who lead our governments, churches, families, and communities. Anchored in 1 Timothy 2:1–2, we explore why praying for leaders matters for public peace and personal holiness, then step through a living gallery o...
What if justice could heal instead of harden? We explore how God’s justice and grace are not competing forces but a unified power revealed in Jesus—where sin is taken seriously, paid in full, and people are invited into real change. Drawing from John 1, Micah 6:8, Psalm 89:14, Romans 3, and Ephesians 2, we define grace, mercy, truth, and justice in simple, grounded language and show how they work together rather than cancel each other out. As agents of reconciliation, we can offer holiness w...
Ever long to hear, “I’m proud of you?” God’s words over us bring the ultimate affirmation. In Mark 1:11, He said to Jesus, “You are my Son, whom I love, and with you I am well pleased.” If Jesus needed these words, how much more do we? Through God’s adoption of us (Ephesians 1:5-14) and the sealing of the Holy Spirit, we are already beloved. Receiving His affirmation heals, strengthens, and frees us to live from identity, not approval. Embrace your place as God’s treasured child—and share thi...
What if God’s presence isn’t something you chase—but Someone you meet face to face? This episode unpacks Scripture’s language of presence—literally “His face”—and how shifting from concept to communion transforms how you pray, rest, and decide. Drawing from Exodus 33:14, Numbers, Joshua, and John 15, we explore how God’s steady withness anchors anxious hearts and restores joy. We also confront the modern tug-of-war with attention: constant noise, endless scroll, and hurry. Discover why solitu...
Have you ever thought that simply enjoying God’s presence blesses His heart? This devotional, inspired by Deuteronomy 10:8, reminds us that like the priests who offered the bread of presence, we are called not only to receive from God but to minister to Him. Through meditations on Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, we’re invited to delight in who God is—not just what He gives—discovering that our joy in Him brings Him joy. Worship becomes more than duty; it becomes a shared intimacy that transform...
Scarcity tells a loud story—work harder, hold tighter, go faster. We push, we pour out, and end up empty. But there’s a better story. In this episode, we slow down and rediscover God as our Shepherd—the One who guides, provides, protects, and comforts. From Psalm 23 to John 10 and Revelation 7, we trace how true abundance flows not from striving, but from abiding. Through a simple picture of an overflowing cup, we unpack the shift from self-reliance to surrender, from control to trust. You’ll...
Feeling stuck in your faith? Sylvia Gunter’s devotional, inspired by Ephesians 5:14—“Wake up, O sleeper, rise from the dead, and Christ will shine on you”—invites you to move beyond routine into a vibrant relationship with God. It highlights your unique spiritual design and calls you to let the Holy Spirit transform you from the inside out. If you’re ready to stop spiritual sleepwalking and live in the freedom God created for you, this guide offers a clear path to deeper connection and renewe...
We open with Gideon hiding in a winepress, terrified and hungry, and watch him build an altar called “The Lord is Peace” before any battle is won. That scene reframes everything: God doesn’t just hand out calm; He reveals Himself as Peace—shalom—wholeness, harmony, and flourishing in the middle of pressure and uncertainty. From there, we trace how Scripture invites us to receive peace, such as Colossians 3 which urges us to “let the peace of Christ rule”—to let peace act as an umpire over our...
Real change starts beneath the surface. This devotional from The Father’s Business shows how God, the master gardener, uproots harmful roots—division, pride, prejudice—and replaces them with Christ himself. Drawing on passages like Romans 11:16 and Matthew 15:13, it reminds us that lasting transformation isn’t our work but God’s. Through prayer and obedience, He removes what’s destructive and plants holy roots that bear good fruit, uniting us as His dwelling place.
The word faithful sounds warm—until life feels cold. We went straight at the tension: the ache of betrayal, the sting of unanswered prayers, and the fear that maybe God won’t show up this time. Then we opened Scripture where God names Himself—compassionate, gracious, abounding in love and faithfulness—and traced how that unchanging character steadies us when circumstances don’t. We explored hesed, the covenant love that outlasts our performance, and revisited Israel’s wilderness story: cloud...
Have you ever felt pressured to prove your worth? This devotional from Sylvia Gunter’s You Are Blessed in the Names of God reminds us that the treasure isn’t our achievements but God’s power within us. Drawing from 2 Corinthians 4:7, we are like fragile clay jars chosen to display His strength. Our identity is received, not earned, and our talents are gifts to steward, not proof of value. As Ephesians 2:10 affirms, we’re created for good works only we can fulfill—free to be exactly who God de...
Divine forgiveness extends beyond mere pardon—it completely erases sin, lifting our guilt and removing our burden as far as the east is from the west. Through Christ's sacrifice on the cross, God demonstrates the lavish nature of His forgiveness, wiping our slate clean rather than keeping a running tally of our transgressions. In today's podcast, we discuss further some of the following: • God's forgiveness is uniquely divine—He intentionally chooses to remember our sins no more • Unlike hum...
Have you ever found yourself praying small, limited prayers because you couldn't imagine how God could possibly resolve your situation? Discover how King Hezekiah's approach to prayer in Isaiah 36-37 offers a transformative perspective for anyone facing seemingly impossible circumstances. This devotional unpacks practical steps to apply Hezekiah's prayer model: beginning with worship regardless of circumstances, being completely honest about your situation, and aligning your requests with Go...
What does it really mean that God is “slow to anger and abounding in love”—especially when life feels heavy or unfair? In this episode, Elizabeth and Kimberly explore Exodus 34:6–7 and share honest stories of their own impatience and frustration. Together they reflect on how God’s abundant love and patience flow from His very nature, not from our circumstances. Whether you’re celebrating God’s steady love or wrestling with grief and questions, this conversation invites you to rest in the trut...
Have you ever considered the quality of God's love for you? Not just that He loves you, but how He loves you? Drawing from John 15:9, this devotional reveals a stunning truth: "As the Father has loved me, so have I loved you." The same perfect love that exists within the Trinity is directed toward you personally. Feel His loving arms around you today. Be strong in Him who is loving and faithful in all His ways. Allow His love to be your strength in all your days to come, transforming how you...
This episode launches our exciting new series exploring God's character that will run from September through December. We begin with the profound moment in Exodus 34 when God passes before Moses and proclaims His name: "The Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness." We contrast God's natural inclination toward grace with our human tendency to justify anger and impatience. While we rush to defend our right to be upset, God consistently choose...
What if a short, focused prayer could reset the atmosphere of your home? We walk through seven blessings designed to meet real family needs with clarity and hope, inviting the Holy Spirit to reveal Jesus in practical, daily ways. Rather than chasing perfect routines, we move toward a rhythm of prayer that touches spirit, emotions, mind, purpose, relationships, health, and provision, so faith becomes more than words and starts shaping how we speak, decide, and care for one another. If this co...
