The idea of loving others doesn’t seem too difficult when we put it in the context of those closest to us, the ones who support us, care for us, and who give love in return. But the love that God commands us to have as Christians goes beyond that love we have in small circles—and it demands that as Jesus first loved us, we must love others in return. In the Bible, we’ll find in I John 4:20-21, ...
At this time of year, as we celebrate the brave men and women who fought for the freedom of our country, it’s a good time to reflect on what it actually means to be brave. Sometimes, as in the case of our military heroes, bravery means laying down your life for a greater good, or for your fellow man. Sometimes bravery can mean stepping into something new, apart from everything you’ve known befo...
Maybe you’ve heard someone say “Well, if you really knew me, you might not like me…” or maybe you’ve even said that to yourself. There can be much fear in being truly known—will I still be loved, despite my mistakes, despite my desperate thoughts, despite that, I might not ever be enough on my own? The resounding answer to that question from God’s perspective is yes. God promises to love us wit...
Every Christian faces a time in their relationship with Jesus that is frustrating, that’s full of questions, full of doubt, full of wondering if God is even real, if He listens, or if He cares. But time and time again, the Lord has proven that He does hear your every prayer, as Psalm 66:19 reminds us: “God has surely listened and has heard my prayer.” God is also okay with our doubts—He gives u...
Many of us have had a moment in our lives that define us as people and as servants of God—and sometimes that moment comes at a fork in the road. Which path will you take? The one you’ve worked hard for and the world tells you you should want? Or the one God wants you to take? It’s almost guaranteed that every time you decide to take the Lord’s path, you will encounter mountains of blessings tha...
Grief, death, and loss are an inevitable part of life, though knowing that doesn’t make the pain any easier to bear. Whether you’ve faced unexpected loss time and time again or are navigating grief for the very first time, the waves of difficulty can be drowning. But the good news is that God can offer us a life raft. Isaiah 57:18-19 says, “I will heal them; I will guide them and restore comfor...
Businesswoman and author Sarah Jakes Roberts joins our Peace For Everyday Life series to share how to fight fear by speaking God’s truth, how to forgive your past mistakes and lead with empathy, and how to be present in the moment without feeling pressure to be perfect. Sarah says, “I'm giving myself permission to rejoice and be excited and enjoy the journey of my life, not because I did everyt...
Many of us feel called to serve others in some way—and often when we think about what that could look like, we feel paralyzed by too many options. There are so many needs all across the world that must urgently be met, so how do we know where to start? This week’s guests, CEO of Convoy of Hope Hal Donaldson and CEO of Haiti Made Will McGinniss share how they found a way to make real change in l...
Finding our way in life can be challenging, overwhelming, and discouraging. The path may seem clear at times, and then others, we feel pushed in a direction that may not feel comfortable or familiar. The only thing that we can trust is that God will show us the way and we must step out in faith to find our purpose. Travis Tritt, a wildly popular 90’s country star, thought he had his life mapped...
Romans 8:28 reminds us that God will work all things together for good—not just the rosy parts of life, but also the ugly, twisted parts. This week’s guests have both overcome addictions that could have wiped them out completely, but instead they chose to call on God in hopes of finding something better—and were amazed to see Him show up in their darkest moments. EDWARD GRINNAN Editor-in-chie...
Jesus Calling author Sarah Young knows many of us want a deeper prayer life. Her new 365-day prayer devotional Jesus Listens offers daily prayers based on Scripture that will help you experience how intentional prayer can connect you to God and change your heart. Learn more about Jesus Listens and download a free sample at https://jesuscalling.com/jesuslistens. #JesusCalling #JesusCallingDe...
Being raised in a faith-steeped environment can provide rich soil in which we can plant ourselves, allowing us to grow tall and firm and confident in the good news of the gospel. But remaining steadfast in faith comes with a heaven-sent assignment: to share it with others. That doesn’t mean, however, that we should push ourselves to the brink of burnout—it’s a careful balance of stewarding our ...
Check out this special bonus episode, which features guests from the Jesus Calling Podcast talking specifically about the power of prayer. Joining us will be author and wife of country music star Thomas Rhett, Lauren Akins, Joyce & John Smith, whose real-life story inspired the movie “Breakthrough”, Jesuit priest James Martin, author, and speaker Carlos Whittaker, country musician Travis Tritt,...
On this week’s episode, we’ll hear from three people with special connections to the Samaritan’s Purse project Operation Christmas Child, which collects shoebox gifts filled with toys, school supplies, and hygiene items, and delivers them to children in need around the world to demonstrate God’s love in a tangible way. For many children, this shoebox is the first gift they’ve ever received. B...
When we find ourselves in a difficult season of our lives, we may ask ourselves the question, How did I get here? And when we aren’t able to figure it out right away, we may turn on ourselves for the blame—bringing on deep feelings of regret and shame. Psalm 145 reminds us that when we seek the Lord, He will answer us and deliver us from all our fears. It also says “Those who look to Him are ra...
This week we get to hear from three very special guests—they are sisters who have stuck together through the good times and the bad: Country and Gospel music singing sisters Reba McEntire, Susie McEntire-Eaton (host of the second season of Jesus Calling: Stories of Faith), and Alice Foran. These sisters look back on what it was like growing up on an 8000-acre ranch, traveling to rodeos with the...
Many of us struggle with the concept of prayer. What should a good prayer look like? Am I doing it wrong? How can I make sure I know that God is hearing me? The good news from God is that every single one of your prayers—even the silent ones—are heard and cared about by Him. There is no right or wrong way to pray, all that matters is you talk to God consistently and you will find the joys of a ...
Louis Giglio reminds us that staying connected to God in prayer gives us the ability to better discern how to make wise choices and to know what things are from God and what things are not. #jesuslistens #jesuslistensdevotional #jesuscallingpodcast #discernment #prayer #jesuscalling #dailydevotional #dailyprayers #jesuscallingbysarahyoung #wisdom #understanding #hope #joy #strength #wi...
As children, many of us have been taught to pray and that God will help us. But as we grow into adulthood our simple prayers can turn into desperate pleas as our lives become more complex and difficult. What happens when the prayers we pray don’t seem to be heard, or the circumstances of our lives become so traumatic we may doubt if God is even listening? Our guests this week had their own ups ...
At this time of the year, we hear a lot about being thankful and having an attitude of gratitude. But from an everyday perspective, why is gratitude key in allowing good things to flow in our lives? When we are grateful to God—even in the bad times, it has the power to energize us. When we are broken, a grateful heart can bring healing, and when we feel like giving up, giving thanks can bring u...
Father James Martin encourages us to do what makes us feel closer to God, and to allow God to reveal Himself to us in ways we might not expect and that might differ from the way others experience Him. #jesuslistens #prayer #prayerdevotional #dailyprayers #dailydevotional #kindness #respect #family #jesuscallingdevotional #jesuscallingbysarahyoung #fatherjamesmartin #anyonecanpray" #fatherjam...
Right now, Danielle Coke is praying for steadfastnes and surety, and is clinging to hope--and she wants each of us to experience the hope of Jesus, too. #DanielleCoke #jesuslistens #prayer #prayerdevotional #dailyprayers #dailydevotional #kindness #respect #family #jesuscallingdevotional #jesuscallingbysarahyoung #fatherjamesmartin #anyonecanpray ___...
This special bonus episode of the Jesus Calling Podcast features multiple guests talking specifically about gratefulness. We hope you find inspiration from the stories of the blessings God has brought our guests’ way and how being grateful, even through the hard times, has changed their lives. #jesuscalling #jesuscallingdevotional #jesuscallingpodcast #jesusalways #jesuscallingbysarahyoung #a...
You may have heard the Bible verse from John 8:32 that says if you “know the truth, the truth shall set us free.” However, so many of us are vulnerable to lies we hear from others (or even tell ourselves) about who we are, about who others are, and about how we should be in the world. Our guests today encourage us as to how we can overcome lies by walking in truth and embracing who we’re meant ...
The news in the world today is often troubling and might send us into a tailspin of anxiousness and worry. When we hear stories of people hurting each other and conflicts around the world, we may wonder if there’s a hope in our future, or if we are just descending into chaos. When things seem out of control, the Bible gives us assurance that God is still in charge. Isaiah 41:10 says “do not be ...
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Learn to play “Heaven's All Around” from Life.Church Worship. This song is an expectant, bold invitation for God to come do what He wants to do in our lives, in our church, and in the global church. Watch the “Heaven’s All Around” tutorial now and check out https://www.life.church/worship for all the free resources you need to play this song in your next worship experience. 00:00 - Intro 00:18...
Learn to play "Never Will," the new single from Life.Church Worship. This was written as a testament to how our personal experiences can impact others. No matter how you feel, no matter what blanket of numbness may be pressing down on you, God is there. He’s not going to let go or leave. There’s nothing too dark or too deep to make Him walk away or withdraw His hand from you. Access songs, c...
A one hour meditation for peaceful sleep at bedtime, featuring beautiful readings of Psalm 23 & Psalm 121 ("I lift my eyes to the hills"), calming prayers for tranquil sleep and a traditional version of the Lord's Prayer. ______________________________________________________________________ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/hopdok?sub_confirmation=1 ____________________________________...
A selection of popular psalms from the bible to aid peaceful night sleep, featuring Psalm 23 ("The Lord is my Shepherd"), Psalm 91 ("The Soldiers Prayer"), Psalm 42 ("As the deer pants for the water") and other famous psalms beautiful read and set to tranquil instrumental music. Relax at bedtime as you listen to these reassuring and calming scriptures. __________________________________________...
Julie Palmer, the lyricist and singing of "Freedom in Grace", explains what inspired her to write this song & why she feels the words are important for the world as it is now. ______________________________________________________________________ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/hopdok?sub_confirmation=1 ______________________________________________________________________ "Freedom in...
Julie Palmer from Prayerscapes explores the different elements of the ACTS model of prayer and explains why each one is so important in developing a living relationship with God. ______________________________________________________________________ Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/hopdok?sub_confirmation=1 ______________________________________________________________________ Here is ...
