Encouragement for Today Archives

Lysa TerKeurst shares a personal story of releasing burdens she's been carrying, and invites readers to do the same, trusting God with what they...

Lisa Bevere shares her personal journey of overcoming self-criticism and learning to see herself as a sacred space created by God, urging women to...

Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful message from Esther's story, where an evil plan ultimately led to the downfall of its creator and the salvation of...

Men are often socialized to suppress emotions, leading to a rise in loneliness and disconnection from others. By recognizing the importance of...

Jennifer Dukes Lee shares her personal struggle with indecision and how she learned to trust God's will, using the story of Ananias and Saul from...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal journey of learning to let go of control and trust in God's sovereignty, recognizing that trying to control the...

As a Christian leader, Gretchen Saffles shares how Jesus handled distractions and interruptions, reminding us that they can be opportunities to...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal struggle with loss and grief after the sudden passing of a dear friend, grappling with questions of why God...

As loneliness continues to affect millions, author Becky Harling shares her personal journey of rediscovering the joy of deep connection through...

When life's plans go awry, it's easy to lose confidence in God's dependability; however, His character remains unchanged, and He will establish...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal experience of rejection and betrayal, revealing what makes these painful experiences so devastating and how she...

The concept of Sabbath has been misunderstood in modern times, with many focusing on ceasing work rather than honoring God's reign and...

Meghan Ryan Asbury invites readers to reframe their understanding of life's journey, encouraging them to focus on their own unique pace and not...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal struggle with trusting God in the midst of hard circumstances, offering a message of hope and encouragement to...

Sharon Garlough Brown shares her personal experience of pouring out her heartfelt lament to God, offering frustration, anger and fear, and finding...