Encouragement for Today Archives

A local Christian bookstore employee shares a personal story of feeling separated from God's love during a time of great grief, but finds comfort...

Lisa Harper shares a personal story of her daughter's struggle with honesty, mirroring the biblical concept of being "gut-level honest" with God,...

As uncertainty and fear creep into our lives, Jesus reminds us that we must not be alarmed, for this is a test of faith. By choosing to focus on...

Tara Hackney shares a personal and profound experience of discovering her purpose and identity as God's creation, reflecting on the biblical verse...

Katie Faris shares a personal story of how God's patience with her as a mother is reflected in His character, and how she learned to adjust her...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her insights on discerning God's voice, offering five questions to help individuals determine if they're hearing from Him or...

A simple text message from a friend in a doctor's office waiting room sparked a powerful reminder of God's presence and promises, leading the...

We don’t have to do it on our own because with God, we’re never alone. And He’s also given us biblical community to lean on, look to and learn...

Erin Davis shares a powerful message about seeing beyond the painful snapshots of our family's past, finding hope in God's work to redeem imperfect...

Kristen Wetherell explores what truly makes a person beautiful, delving into the importance of reflecting God's holiness and worth, listening to...

When life's darkness threatens to extinguish our hope, a simple yet powerful practice can help us find light in the shadows. By remembering God's...

When you long for certainty about what lies ahead, know that God's promises are not just about eternity, but also about today. Through the seal of...

God, please transform the way I think about and speak to the people I love! Help me to see the greatness You see in my spouse and family, and help...

Faith is not just about believing in God's power, but about trusting Him with our lives and clinging to Jesus in every step we take. In a powerful...

A renowned author reflects on her complex relationship with her mother, who embodied the qualities described in Proverbs 31, and shares how...