2026 Devotions
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A Just God Who Desires Mercy
As the Lord was about to leave Abraham, He chose to reveal what was about to happen. Because of the great wickedness of Sodom and Gomorrah, judgment was coming. Yet before it fell, God shared His plans with Abraham.
When Abraham heard of the coming destruction, his heart was stirred. He began to ask an important question: Would it be just for God to sweep away the righteous along with the wicked?
So Abraham interceded.
“What if there are fifty righteous people in the city?” he asked.
The Lord replied that He would spare the entire city for their sake.
And Abraham kept going.
Forty-five? God would spare it.
Forty? God would spare it.
Thirty? God would spare it.
Twenty? God would spare it.
Ten? God would still spare it.
This remarkable conversation reveals the heart of God. He is perfectly just, yet He is also rich in mercy. God was willing to spare an entire city for the sake of just ten righteous people.
In the end, there were not even ten. There was only one man who should have been spared—Lot, Abraham’s nephew. And even then, the Lord did not abandon him. In His mercy, God rescued Lot and his family before judgment fell.
This passage reminds us that God does not delight in destruction. He listens to the prayers of His people. He is just, but His heart leans toward mercy.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 18:16–33
He Laughs
An elderly Abraham is entertaining the Lord, serving a carefully prepared meal made from the very best he has. As they sit together, the Lord suddenly speaks words that must have stunned Abraham. He asks, “Where is your wife Sarah?” Abraham replies, “She is in the tent.”
Then comes the promise—one that seems impossible:
“I will return to you about this time next year, and Sarah your wife will have a son.”
From inside the tent, Sarah hears these words—and she laughs. It was not a laugh of joy, but of disbelief. Perhaps even a bitter laugh. After all, she knew her age, her body, and her long history of disappointment. To her, the promise sounded impossible.
But the Lord was not joking.
He responds with a question that still echoes today:
“Why did Sarah laugh?”
This moment reveals a lesson for all of us. How often do we hear the promises of God and quietly dismiss them as unrealistic or impossible? Do we truly trust that God is faithful to do what He says, even when circumstances seem to say otherwise?
God keeps His promises.
About a year later, Sarah conceived in her old age and gave birth to a son. She named him Isaac, which means “he laughs.” What began as a laugh of disbelief was transformed into a laugh of joy—because nothing is too hard for the Lord.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 18:9–15.
A Visit from the Lord
Genesis 18:1 is a startling and beautiful passage. Abram is simply sitting at the entrance of his tent near the great trees of Mamre when, suddenly, the Lord appears to him. Scripture does not explain how Abram immediately knew it was the Lord—yet Abram recognized Him without hesitation.
Imagine that moment. What would you do if God suddenly came by? Abram did not panic or hesitate. Instead, he invited the Lord in.
The visit was unexpected, so Abram acted quickly. He welcomed the Lord and the two accompanying angels and prepared a meal for them. Not just any meal—Abram chose the best he had. Fine flour, tender meat, careful preparation. Abram wanted the Lord to receive his very best.
This passage invites us to reflect: What would we do if the Lord suddenly appeared? Would we be ready? Would we invite Him in? Would we offer Him our best—our time, our attention, our hearts?
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 18:1–8.
Faith and Obedience
At the age of 75, Abraham was asked to leave behind the comforts of home, family, and friends. What is striking is not just the size of the request—but his response. He did not say, “Lord, I am too old.” Instead, Scripture simply tells us, “So Abram went, as the Lord had told him.”
At the heart of Abraham’s obedience was deep trust. He knew that God’s promises were not idle words. He believed that God never lies and never fails. Because of that confidence, Abraham did not hesitate, negotiate, or make excuses. He trusted—and he went.
This reminds us that every Christian has a calling from God, and that calling does not expire with age. While the way we follow the Lord may change over time, our response of faith and obedience must remain the same.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 12:4–7.
The Blessing
Our decisions often reach far beyond our own lives. They can impact others—sometimes people we will never meet and generations we will never see.
At the age of 75, Abraham was asked to do the unthinkable. In a world without cell phones, airplanes, or easy travel, God called him to leave behind his home, his friends, and his family. He was asked to step into complete uncertainty.
At first, God’s promise might seem puzzling: “I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you.” Abraham was an elderly man with no children. From a human perspective, the promise seemed impossible. But the God who made the promise is faithful. He always keeps His word. He never falters or fails.
And then the promise grows even greater: “All peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”
Abraham’s decision to trust God—to get up and go—changed the course of history. Through his obedience, God brought blessing not only to Abraham, but to the entire world. In fact, you and I are still living in the overflow of that promise today.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 12:2–3.
You Are Never Too Old
Can you imagine being 75 years old and being asked to start all over again? That was Abraham’s reality. He was living in Haran, settled into life, when God interrupted his routine and called him into the unknown.
If God spoke in today’s terms, He might have said, “Abraham, get off the couch, turn off the TV, leave behind what’s familiar—your friends, your family, your comfort—and go to a place I will show you.”
How would you respond? Would you say yes? Or would you reply, “I’m too old. I’m too tired. Let someone younger do it.”
But Scripture reminds us of an important truth: as long as we are still here on this earth, God is not finished with us. Our calling does not expire with age. Even if your body is weak or you are confined to a bed, you still have a powerful ministry through prayer and faithfulness.
You are never too old for God to work in you—and through you.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Genesis 12:1–2.
Love That Assures and Transforms
Our love for God and our love for others are the work of the Holy Spirit, and they give us confidence that we truly belong to Jesus. God’s love is not passive—it is transforming. As His love is poured into your life, you begin to look more like Jesus in your thoughts, your attitudes, and even your actions. Through you, the world catches a glimpse of Christ. This same love that comes from God and moves us to care for others also drives away our fears. Perfect love pushes fear aside and replaces it with confidence and peace. So if you know Jesus through faith, rely on the love God has for you. Allow the Holy Spirit to fill you with that love—and then put it into action by loving others. To learn more, watch today’s devotion based on 1 John 4:17–21.
How We Know We Are Christians: The Holy Spirit in Us
The Bible states this plainly: “We know that we live in Him and He in us, because He has given us of His Spirit.” When you become a Christian, you are born from above—born again. This new birth is the work of the Holy Spirit. God Himself comes to live within us. The Holy Spirit continually reminds us that we belong to God. Plain and simple. But there is more. The Spirit also leads us to depend on the love of God—not our own goodness, effort, or strength, but His faithful love. To learn more, watch today’s devotion based on 1 John 4:13–16.
How We Know We are Christians: God’s Love
True love is one of the clearest signs that a person truly knows Jesus. Christ can take even the hardest heart and transform it into one that is loving and kind. I know this to be true because I have seen it again and again in the lives of people I know.
The source of true love is God Himself. Its greatest proof is found in this: God sent His Son, Jesus Christ, so that we might live—not by our own strength, but through His power working within us.
No one can see God with their physical eyes, but we can clearly see His presence and His work when we walk in love. Wherever genuine love is lived out, God is being revealed.
To learn more watch today’s devotion based on 1 John 4:7-12
They Got It Backwards
The Pharisees had it reversed. They had created an extensive list of “do nots” for the Sabbath. So they were furious when Jesus healed a man on the Sabbath, and now they were equally outraged that His disciples picked a few heads of grain. How dare they?
Jesus corrected their thinking by reminding them that the Sabbath was made for people—not people for the Sabbath. God never intended the day of rest to become a burden, but a gift.
There are two essential purposes of the Sabbath. First, it is a day to give to God. And what better way to do that than to listen to Jesus, learn from Him, and draw near to His presence? Second, the Sabbath is meant to restore us—to recharge us both spiritually and physically.
So what about you?
Do you recognize your need to be spiritually renewed by God? And do you also allow yourself the physical rest your body needs?
The Sabbath is not about restriction, but restoration. To learn more, watch today’s video based on Mark 2:27–28.
Who Do You Go To?
When life overwhelms you, what do you do?
Do you keep it to yourself? Do you run to others? Or do you turn to God?
In his early years, David sought out Samuel the prophet. Later, when he was desperate and on the run, he went to Abiathar the priest. David consistently ran to God’s people for wisdom, prayer, and help.
Abiathar recognized that David was God’s anointed and did not hesitate to help him—even though it may have been the Sabbath and the only food available was the consecrated bread, normally eaten only by priests. Compassion outweighed ceremony.
Jesus highlighted this moment in Mark 2:25–26 to make an important point. God’s heart has always been for people more than rigid ritual. David and his men mattered more than the rules surrounding the holy bread. Likewise, the religious leaders of Jesus’ day should have been more concerned about helping people than criticizing Him.
When we are overwhelmed, God invites us to come—not to isolation or self-reliance, but to Him and to His people. Grace was never meant to be withheld when someone is in need.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Mark 2:25–26 and 1 Samuel 21:1–5.
Hypocrisy Defined
Over the years, I have heard many excuses for not going to church, but one of the most common is this: “I can’t go to church because it’s filled with hypocrites. I was in a bar last night and saw some church people who weren’t acting like church people.”
Often, people complain about others who are doing the very same things they do themselves.
There is a simple and honest response to this way of thinking. Both the “not-acting-like-a-church-person” churchgoer and the excuse-filled critic share the same need—the need for forgiveness, restoration, and ultimately, a Savior.
In Mark 2:23–24, Jesus and His disciples were walking through the grainfields on the Sabbath when the Pharisees immediately criticized Him. Yet the deeper issue was not the disciples’ actions, but the Pharisees’ hearts. In their eagerness to accuse Jesus, they overlooked their own violations of the Sabbath laws they claimed to defend, including traveling beyond permitted limits.
It is always easier to see the faults of others than to recognize our own. Hypocrisy thrives when we measure others by a standard we excuse ourselves from. Instead, Jesus calls us instead to humility, repentance, and grace.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on Mark 2:23–24.
The Power of the Right Faith
Elijah: A Man Like Us
Elijah was an ordinary person. Scripture shows us a man who grew weary, became discouraged, and even battled depression. And yet, at times, his faith was extraordinary. When Elijah trusted God fully, amazing things happened.
He prayed that it would not rain—and it did not rain for three and a half years. Then he prayed again, and the rain fell. His prayers were powerful, not because Elijah was perfect, but because he trusted a powerful God.
So what about us? Can we pray in faith even when we are tired, troubled, or worn down? James reminds us that Elijah was “a human being, even as we are.” The same God who heard Elijah’s prayers still listens to ours today.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on James 5:16–18.
Confession
Have you ever met someone who refuses to say, “I’m sorry”? It’s difficult to relate to a person who will not admit their mistakes. But confession goes much deeper than simple politeness. When we acknowledge our faults, we begin to see ourselves as we truly are—and that honesty is the first step toward growth and healing.
Consider this: no one can help an alcoholic until they admit they have a problem. Once the problem is acknowledged, help becomes possible. The same is true with sin. As long as we deny it, it has power over us. But when we confess it, we open the door for God’s grace to work in our lives.
Scripture reminds us, “Therefore confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed” (James 5:16).
To learn more, watch today’s video based on James 5:16.
Godly Actions
The book of James is all about attitudes and actions. As Christians, our response to life’s trials is meant to reflect Christ Himself. That is why James opens with this challenging call: “Consider it pure joy whenever you face trials of many kinds.”
Every circumstance in life has a Christ-centered response. When you are in trouble—pray. When your heart is full—sing songs of praise. When you are sick—invite others to pray for you. Faith is not merely what we believe; it is how we live it out in every season.
To learn more watch Today’s video based on James 5:13-15
All Scripture
I believe the Scriptures are the Word of God—true, trustworthy, and without error. Practically speaking, this means I strive to let God’s Word govern my thoughts, attitudes, and actions. I am not perfect, and there are times when my life comes into conflict with what Scripture teaches. When that happens, Scripture must always prevail.
I see it this way: either God is God, or I place myself in that role. And whenever I try to make myself god, the result is always disaster. God’s wisdom far exceeds my own, and His Word leads to life, not confusion.
That is why I look to Scripture as my guide, my inspiration, and my teacher—trusting it in every matter it intends to address and teach.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Timothy 3:16–17.
Test What Is New
I once worked closely with many programmers, and one constant challenge was the assumption that new is always better. I remember a programmer excitedly saying, “Look—this just came out. We need to implement it!” We did. Unfortunately, it slowed the entire system down so much that some students struggled just to register for classes. New wasn’t better—it was disruptive.
The same danger exists with our beliefs. From time to time, someone introduces a “new” idea that sounds appealing or even progressive. At first, it may seem better, but in the end it doesn’t work. As Christians, we are called to test what is new, making sure it aligns with Scripture and does not contradict the truths and moral foundations God has already given us.
God’s Word is not outdated—it is trustworthy and enduring. Before embracing new ideas, we must ask whether they lead us closer to Christ or quietly pull us away from Him.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Timothy 3:14–15.
What You Believe Matters!
If you ever wonder why there seems to be more anger, division, and hatred in the world today than when you were younger, consider how far our culture has drifted from God. At the foundation of a healthy life and society is a deep and abiding belief in the living God. When that foundation is removed, moral clarity begins to erode—and in many cases, it disappears altogether.
Scripture warns us of this very reality. When God is pushed aside, people turn inward, becoming lovers of themselves and seekers of pleasure rather than lovers of God. What we believe shapes how we live, how we treat others, and how we understand right and wrong.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Timothy 3:1–5, and be reminded why faith in God truly matters.
New Through and Through
One of my favorite verses in Scripture, Philippians 1:6, reminds me that God is not finished with me yet—He is still at work. That truth brings hope, especially in moments of frustration or discouragement.
If you trust in Jesus, this promise is for you as well. Scripture tells you that you are a new creation—born again, born from above, born by the Spirit. You are not who you once were. You have been made new, and God is actively shaping you day by day.
The change may not always be finished, but it is real. God is faithful to continue His work in you until the day it is complete.
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Corinthians 5:16–20.
Your Point of View
How often have we heard it said, “Don’t bother with that person—they’ll never change.” Yet those are exactly the kinds of people God delights in transforming. And that is good news, because every one of us is someone God has loved enough to change.
We live in a complex world, filled with countless opinions and perspectives. But as Christians, we are called to see the world through God’s eyes. That means we no longer define people only by who they are today, but by who God is able to make them through His grace.
“From now on, therefore, we regard no one according to the flesh” (2 Corinthians 5:16).
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Corinthians 5:16.
Compelling Love
Christ’s love is truly compelling. Once you experience it, you never forget it. But His love is more than a feeling—it is life-changing. When Christ’s love takes hold of us, it transforms who we are and how we live.
And because His love changes us, it moves us outward. We don’t keep it to ourselves or hoard it as if it were only for us. Christ’s love is meant to be shared. It is contagious. Having been loved so deeply, we are compelled to love others and to desire that they experience the same grace we have received.
“He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for Him who died for them and was raised again” (2 Corinthians 5:14–15).
To learn more, watch today’s video based on 2 Corinthians 5:14–15.