Friday, February 20, 2026

On February 20, 1962, John Glenn made history through the steady endurance of three orbits, reminding us that great feats are often composed of patient repetition. This Lenten reflection invites you to embrace "orbiting faithfulness"—the quiet, daily acts of obedience that, over time, change the course of our lives.

Thursday, February 19, 2026

When our nets are empty and our daily efforts feel futile, we often wonder if God is truly present in the mundane. This devotional explores how Jesus steps into our ordinary struggles to replace our fear with grace and call us toward a life-changing new direction.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

On this Ash Wednesday, February 18, 2026, we enter the Lenten season on the anniversary of Martin Luther’s passing, finding a profound connection between his final words and the liturgy of the day. This devotional invites you to embrace the truth that while we stand before God as beggars made of dust, we are met by a mercy that fills our empty hands.

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

God’s instruction to honor our father and mother is the only commandment accompanied by a specific promise: that it may go well with us on the earth. As we mark Shrove Tuesday and prepare for Lent, we explore how the difficult work of forgiving imperfect parents is the key to unlocking this blessing and healing our own hearts.

Monday, February 16, 2026

On February 16, 1968, a red rotary phone in Haleyville, Alabama, rang with the nation's first 9-1-1 call, forever changing how we access help in times of crisis. This historic milestone serves as a powerful reminder that while human emergency systems have evolved, we have always possessed direct access to a God who hears every cry without delay.

Sunday, February 15, 2026

On this Transfiguration Sunday, we stand at the dazzling threshold between Epiphany’s light and Lent’s solemn journey, witnessing Christ’s glory one last time before turning toward the cross. As the “Alleluia” fades from our lips, let us discover how this mountaintop vision equips us for the faithful work waiting in the valley.

Saturday, February 14, 2026

While the world celebrates Valentine’s Day with candy and cards, the history of this date reveals a deeper legacy of Christian martyrdom and sacrificial courage. Here is an invitation to ground your affection in the sturdy, covenantal love that truly warms the winter soul.

Friday, February 13, 2026

Embracing the harmony of faith and science requires a spirit of fearless inquiry and a steadfast commitment to reality, no matter the cost. Today, we explore how to uphold the truth with courage while guarding our hearts against the corrosive effects of bitterness.

Thursday, February 12, 2026

It is often far easier to critique the faults of those around us than to examine the state of our own hearts. This devotional invites you to wipe away the grime of judgment and see your neighbors through the clearer lens of grace.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

While the world often equates blessings with material wealth and social status, Jesus opens the Sermon on the Mount with a radical declaration that turns our values upside down. In this "topsy-turvy" Kingdom, true fortune belongs not to the powerful, but to the meek, the mourning, and the poor in spirit.