Encouragement for Today Archives

When Jesus uttered the words "My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?" on the cross, He was not just expressing pain, but also quoting Psalm 22,...

Jesus invites us to experience His love more deeply, not just through Bible knowledge or actions, but through personal relationships and being...

When negative thoughts threaten to take over, a shift in perspective can be life-changing. By recalling God's steadfast love and mercies, training...

Stressed and feeling like a shriveled succulent? Learn how to deepen your roots, get some sunlight, and rewire your self-talk with God-reliance,...

Believing God for things that seem impossible is a reality many of us face, from waiting on a resolution to overcoming deep-seated wounds. Through...

Shame doesn't have to control your story, as God's goodness and sovereignty can redeem even the darkest pasts. By acknowledging lies, replacing...

Dr. Joel Muddamalle shares a personal story of how his childhood fear of embarrassment and shame led him to seek perfection, but ultimately found...

Sarah Green shares her personal struggle with feeling inadequate and uncapable, but finds hope in recognizing that God has a plan for her life and...

Lysa TerKeurst invites readers to turn away from the world's temporary comforts and instead find true solace in God's mercy, reminding us that one...

Alicia Bruxvoort shares a personal story of searching for wildflowers in the woods with her daughter, illustrating how expectations can impact our...

Jesus is the only person who embodies perfect grace, virtue, and beauty, exceeding human expectations and satisfying our deepest longings. In her...

Abby McDonald shares a personal story of driving through challenging conditions, where she longs for God's guidance and confirmation in her...

As an empty nest becomes a new chapter, many parents wonder what's next and how to find purpose in this transition. In her latest devotional,...

As new years arrive, many of us find ourselves running in our own directions, apart from God's path, leading to feelings of discouragement and...

Friendships can be tricky, but remembering four truths - giving unreasonable grace, building friendships on love not a scoreboard, trusting through...