Prayer Devotional

For years, Cole Arthur Riley was desperate for a spirituality she could trust. Amid ongoing national racial violence, the isolation of the pandemic, and a surge of anti-Black rhetoric in many Christian spaces, she began dreaming of a more human, more liberating expression of faith. She went on to create Black Liturgies, a digital project that connects spiritual practice with Black emotion, Black memory, and the Black body.

Freshly translated from the original German into todays English, this book contains a treasury of devotionals taken from Luthers writings and sermons (1513 to 1546), conveniently divided into daily readings to point readers to the Bible and a deeper understanding of faith.

“I’m sorry, Mr. Butts, but you have lymphoma and you are already in stage four.” Those words would rattle anyone. Those are the words Dave and Kim Butts heard just 10 days into Dave’s beginning to write this book on prayer and peace. God literally put Dave into a situation where Dave would have to live out what he was planning to teach others in his book. As believers, we know that we are supposed to walk in Christ’s peace day by day. But when the trials, struggles, and stresses of life come upon us, many of us do not appropriate or experience that peace.

“Prayers from the Heart” has reached number one in new releases by capturing the hearts of people who want to learn more about the power of prayer. Discover the real power of prayer as you read these real life stories where people prayed bold prayers and saw God move in their lives. Pray the prayers within this book and find that your relationship with God will grow stronger and your faith will come alive. God loves to hear your prayers and is waiting for you to pray. As you begin praying God-sized prayers, you may just find your destiny as God answers your prayers!

Every year comes with its own challenges and blessings. The good, the bad and all other surprises accompany each year. You need to sift through thoroughly in order to avoid the bad and claim the good. God has a special blessing for this year 2024. the devil also a bag full of his mission: to steal, kill and destroy. it is your responsibility to push the devil and his mission aside and lay hold of God's promises and blessing It’s also important to know that the powers that have been at work to stop men and women from receiving God’s best and achieving their dreams are still at work. In ...

When faced with the decision each day to follow God or go your own way, which will you choose? Choosing God each and every day requires us to be focused on him. This devotional uses God’s Word as well as practical and personal examples to encourage you in focusing on God’s best throughout the moments—big and small—of your life.

The practicality of St. Teresa's teaching about mental prayer shines through in this wonderful synopsis of her writings about it—something she said "the whole world could not purchase." Learn how we should pray, in order to grow in the spiritual life.

The Sermon on the Mount is one of the most cherished and profound teachings of Jesus. It begins with the beatitudes, a series of blessings that paint a picture of the kingdom of heaven and the character of those who belong to it. Each beatitude reveals a unique facet of God’s call to live a life that is radically countercultural, deeply spiritual, and profoundly transformative. This book is an invitation to explore the beatitudes not merely as ancient words of wisdom but as living truths that speak directly to our hearts and lives today. Each chapter will delve into one of the beatitudes,...

In these last days, the spirit of the world is working to turn us away from the heart of Jesus. If we’re not intentional about cultivating intimacy with him, we’ll stray from our devotion.

Psalm 23 is almost surely the most famous chapter in the Bible. The trees of both Christianity and Judaism are existentially planted on the banks of the still waters where peace overtakes anxiety, at the crest of rolling green pasture where shaded restoration is available to the depleted pilgrims of the age. And while so many understand the basic idea of God as a Shepherd, there are far too many weary, aching, exhausted sheep to show any evidence that we have collectively allowed our lives to be restored in any meaningful way by the all-too-familiar Shepherd. This devotional intends to ...

The Fruits of the Spirit Journal: 90 Day Guided Devotional on Becoming More Christ-like continue your spiritual growth with this companion devotional and reflection journal. Designed to be used in 90 days, this guide provides daily scripture readings, inspirational thoughts, and reflective prompts to deepen your connection with God. Each day's entry encourages you to meditate on a specific aspect of the Fruits of the Spirit, offering practical steps to cultivate these virtues. This devotional journal is perfect for personal study or group discussions, fostering a supportive community of ...

Though often thought of as a towering intellect and theologian, Cardinal Newman’s writings reveal a man who possessed a simple devotion to Jesus and Mary. These powerful meditations on the Stations of the Cross, originally written for his parishioners in the Birmingham Oratory Church, can aid us with the simple and singular focus on Christ’s passion and our own failings that contributed to it.

Marriage is a journey of both hills and valleys, and newlyweds are just beginning this great adventure. By following God's way and making him the center of their marriage from the start, couples can avoid rockier paths and create stronger foundations. In this spiritual and practical devotional, marriage coaches Chris and Jamie Bailey speak to the particular challenges that every newlywed couple faces and provide both inspiration and guidance.

These Scriptural affirmations are written from prayers based on scripture. You can have confidence that you are speaking God's Word over yourself. How are these made? I research all of the scriptures about the topic. Then, I choose 31 verses to use in the topic verse calendar. From this group of verses, I create subtopics used in the topic daily prayer guide. At this point, I add under the subtopics verses about that subtopic. And then, I rewrite the verses into prayers. From these prayers, I find the topic affirmations. Topics: Finishing, Compassion, God's Love, Grace and Mercy, Gratitude,...

Start your day with renewed hope and abounding grace as you experience God's presence in every moment. If you are a fan of Grace for the Moment by New York Times bestselling author Max Lucado, you’ll enjoy Grace for the Moment Volume II. With more than 3.5 million copies sold and lives impacted, Grace for the Moment will touch your life as it shows you the help and hope of God in everyday moments. This 365-day devotional will speak to your heart and mind in a special way in whatever moment you are in.

God wants to bless our children with an abundance of wisdom. He greatly desires for them to be wise and knowledgeable, whether they have to deal with simple or complex circumstances at home, in school, with friends, or even when they are just sitting around and having fun. God is eager to anoint them with the ability to be aware, alert, and balanced in the running of their young lives. He so wants to bless our children with the Fruit of the Spirit. WE ARE AN “I” CONSUMED NATION Our gracious Lord has fashioned mothers to be tender and loving, yet firm, natural nurturers of their children...

Described as a devoted family man, strong Christian, generous philanthropist, and passionate sports fan, Josh Turner is one busy guy. And despite his recording schedule, award shows, and national tour dates, a few of his biggest priorities in life are to instill good values into his three young sons, be a devoted husband, and be a strong testimony for God. In this compilation, Josh shares fun and meaningful thoughts and personal stories—ranging from his childhood years to today—and weaves in spiritual insight for men who want to be better dads, husbands, and men of God.

Why is it so important to know the One who knows all about you? The answer is simple: When you come to a point where you understand his ways, your life takes on new meaning. Most people know a little something about God, but their knowledge of who he is and how he works stops just past the point of an initial introduction. In Step with God, pastor and author Charles F. Stanley offers simple, clear teaching that answers questions such as: What is God like?

What if you told God you would do anything...and he took you up on it? Anything is a prayer of surrender that will spark something. A prayer that will move you to stop chasing things that just make you feel happy and start living a surrendered life that matters. Join Jennie on an adventure to discover your anything, those things that actually mean nothing until you know the God truly worth giving it all up for. And when you do, that will change everything.

"Earth Moving Prayers" is a powerful guide to intercessory prayer that will transform your daily prayer life. This daily devotional is packed with inspiring prayers for healing, deliverance, protection, and more, all designed to help you connect with God in a meaningful way. Whether you are new to intercessory prayer or have been praying for years, "Earth Moving Prayers" will take your prayer life to the next level. Each day, you'll find a new prayer that will inspire you to approach God with boldness and confidence. These prayers are designed to help you connect with God on a deeper level,...