Encouragement for Today Archives

Christina Patterson shares a personal story of feeling overwhelmed and rushed, mirroring Martha's experience in the Bible, but ultimately discovers...

As a Christian, you've likely been hurt by mean girls or struggled with your own meanness towards others. But what if God's grace can transform not...

Karen Wingate shares her personal experience of facing fear after a medical test revealed a potential diagnosis, and how she found comfort in Psalm...

A local Christian bookstore employee shares a personal story of feeling disconnected from God during a time of deep sorrow, but is unexpectedly...

Ann Swindell shares her personal struggle with comparison and how it led to feelings of inadequacy, but ultimately finds freedom from crushing...

Ellie Holcomb shares her personal struggle with believing lies and how she found transformation through memorizing God's Word, which she calls...

Living undistracted in our relationships requires a plan to foster love, rather than letting offense separate us from others. By asking ourselves...

When loneliness strikes, Jesus invites us into His social circle, offering friendship and belonging without conditions or expectations. By...

As a pastor's wife, Jodi Harris is leaving behind her identity and role after years of serving others, but in doing so, she finds herself facing...

As we navigate life's messy moments, God invites us to bring our hidden spaces and burdens to Him, allowing Him to clean up the wounds, worries,...

When comparing ourselves to others, we often feel crushed by their apparent successes, but true fulfillment comes from pursuing righteousness and...

When fear creeps in, it's easy to forget God's goodness and character, leading to anxiety and uncertainty. However, remembering the faithfulness of...

Lysa TerKeurst shares a powerful message about the importance of reading God's Word, even when we're feeling overwhelmed or worn down. By immersing...

Jennifer Hand's new book, "My Yes Is on the Table," offers guidance for overcoming fear and finding courage to surrender to God's plans. By...

As believers, we are called to work together as one body, each contributing our unique gifts and talents to serve God and His kingdom. By embracing...