Encouragement for Today Archives

As spring arrives, many of us are still battling the dark winter of our hearts, weighed down by anxiety and depression. But God is our shield,...

Becky Harling invites readers to ask God audaciously for their daily bread, just as Jesus taught in the Lord's Prayer, and reminds them that their...

Dorina Lazo Gilmore-Young shares her personal journey of discovering God's glory in everyday life, from a childhood chorus to a life-altering theme...

Lysa TerKeurst shares her personal struggle with forgiving herself after an abortion, revealing that true forgiveness starts with God and not...

Heather MacFadyen shares her personal journey of discovering humility, or "occupying our God-given space," as she navigated a new town, an unused...

As a young Christian, Sharon Jaynes was encouraged to share her story with others, and she discovered that it was in sharing her struggles and...

As a weary woman, you're not alone in feeling overwhelmed and unsure if your efforts make a difference. Jesus' example of humble servant leadership...

When God hasn't given you the desires of your heart, trust that He is working for your good and delight in His presence, even in the midst of...

Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful reminder that God sees, knows and cares for us, urging believers to trust Him with their lives rather than trying...

Whitney Akin shares a powerful message of hope and encouragement, revealing that even when we feel invisible to the world around us, God sees and...

Meghan Ryan shares her personal struggle with feeling like she's not where she thought she'd be, and how God's love and steadfastness offer her...

As a new mother, you have the unique opportunity to treasure and ponder the miracle of your baby's life, just as Mary did with Jesus' birth. By...

Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful reminder that even Jesus, who knew the weight of His impending crucifixion, prayed for God's intervention and...

Feeling overwhelmed and desperate for relief? Job's poignant words offer a powerful reminder that God knows where we are going, even when He feels...

When life's flames engulf everything, it's easy to wonder if God is still present. But what if the call is not to wait for answers, but to hold...