NIV Devotions for Couples Archives

As a pastor and parent, author Wayne Brouwer shares his personal struggles with finding God in loss and suffering, echoing the emotions of Psalm...

A pastor's encounter with a troubled husband, whose wife had suffered a traumatic brain injury altering her personality, reveals the power of faith...

A couple's marriage was on the brink of collapse due to infidelity and financial struggles, but a life-threatening illness brought them back...

The biblical story of Esther and Vashti serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of personal courage in marriage, highlighting the need for...

The influence of others on our lives is profound, as seen in the story of King Joash, who was heavily influenced by his priest Jehoiada, but...

As you prepare to embark on your own journey of building a life together, consider the wisdom of David's words to his son Solomon, who built a...

The story of Joash, a young king rescued by his aunt Jehosheba from the clutches of her wicked mother Athaliah, offers a powerful exploration of...

A biblical tale of deception and corruption serves as a cautionary warning about the dangers of compromising one's values in marriage, highlighting...

King David's act of kindness towards Jonathan's son Mephibosheth demonstrates that loving those you love can extend beyond personal relationships...

The Bible teaches that God looks beyond outward appearances to the heart of a person, as illustrated in 1 Samuel 16:1-13. By focusing on what's...

When Delilah saw that he had told her everything, she sent word to the rulers of the Philistines (Judges 16:18). Samson seemed to have all the...

The biblical story of Achan serves as a cautionary tale about the devastating consequences of sin in marriage and relationships, highlighting that...

A young man's encounter with a generous barber, who gave freely of his time and talent to those in need, serves as a powerful reminder of the...

The Bible teaches that even unintentional sins can have serious consequences on our relationship with God and others, requiring specific steps for...

A biblical account of Zipporah's bold action to circumcise her son, mirroring Moses' failure, serves as a powerful metaphor for the dangers of...