Robyn

Hattingh

How do we, despite what may be going on in our lives and our communities, adopt an attitude of rejoicing in Him, regardless of circumstance?

The grieving process can be long, but with God as our source of hope in those dark places, it seems a lot more doable to continue living and reaching people despite our own hurt. He's the God of hope and teaches us through His Spirit to extend His harbor of safety to those who are hurting and broken.

In a world full of distractions and shifting priorities, how do you stay rooted in what truly matters? This thought-provoking devotion uses the imagery of Jeremiah 17:7-8 to remind us that our spiritual foundation is vital. Read on to learn how, like a tree planted by water, you can thrive no matter the circumstances around you.

What we think about has a powerful influence on our attitudes and worldviews. We hear about this a lot in motivational talks and sermons, but especially in the Word of God. Philippians 4:8 reminds us to "think about such things," because God knows how powerfully the world and others in the world and our environment influence us.

It's easy to get caught up with to-do lists, social activities, and work. And at times, because of this, we can get stuck in the cycle of busyness and burnout. Philippians 1:6 says, "And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." God began a good work in us, and we can rest in His promise of bringing it to completion through Jesus Christ.

As we’ve seen in the world around us, our identity is majorly under attack, almost constantly. For some of us, it may be sexuality, our role as a parent, or our purpose in life. We can base our value and worth on how we perform at work, at home, academically, our influence on social media—the list can be endless. In what, or who, do you find your identity?