Encouragement for Today Archives

Sharon Jaynes shares a personal story of how she struggled with knee-jerk reactions, mirroring Jesus' experience at the temple where He drove out...

As a free bird, we often struggle to find our true voice and purpose, feeling caged by the burdens of life. In this powerful devotional, Brenda...

Shala W. Graham shares a personal story of wrestling with feelings of limitation and disappointment, but finds comfort in the truth that Jesus has...

Lysa TerKeurst shares a personal story of how a friend's gentle words and Bible verses helped her find hope and trust in God after a devastating...

Kathy Crabtree, a member of COMPEL Training, reveals that our spiritual journey is akin to a "plot twist," where Satan's initial deception leads to...

As a child, Sarah Geringer struggled with childish thinking patterns that persisted into adulthood, hindering her spiritual growth until she...

What the psalmist says is true — knowing and trusting go hand in hand.

A retired pastor's quiet act of service in a church gym sparks a reflection on the importance of humility and selflessness, as Jesus' words "Anyone...

When faced with uncertainty and doubt, it's easy to get lost in a sea of questions and anxiety. But what if you could find clarity and direction...

In uncertain times, Sara Hagerty discovers that the middle minutes of her day - from walking to the mailbox to doing chores - hold great value in...

Craig Groeschel shares a personal story of how he and his wife Amy explored the concept of praying "God, break me" - a prayer that requires...

Peter's denial of Jesus is a powerful reminder that our past mistakes and regrets do not define us, but rather the power of Christ can transform...

Sharon Jaynes shares a powerful personal story of watching her nephew iron out the wrinkles in his heart, illustrating how our natural instinct to...

Lysa TerKeurst shares the inspiring story of Shamgar, a humble farmer who saved Israel from 600 Philistines using an oxgoad, demonstrating that...

You are not alone in your struggles with guilt, shame, and self-loathing. Cindy Bultema shares her personal story of overcoming these feelings and...