Encouragement for Today
Welcome to a place where you can find encouragement for your daily walk with God!
Thank You for Your Love
My God, I come in humble awe
And thank You for Your love
So vast, so deep, so wonderful
It lifts my heart above.
That God Himself would come to earth
Rejected, tested, poor,
Then take my sin with all its shame
To open heaven’s door.
That Jesus Christ would bear my guilt
And wear it on the tree –
Unjustly lifted up to die
To show His love for me.
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Teach Me to Be Teachable
Lord, teach me to be teachable,
To love to learn and grow,
To willingly admit my need
And hear what others know.
Lord, show me how to listen well
(More often than I speak),
To care what others think and feel
Without pride’s sharp critique.
Lord, give me wisdom from above
That wants to be set right,
Accepts correction as a gift,
And seeks revealing light.
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Whatever Lies Ahead
He’ll give me all the strength I need
For all that lies ahead,
And I can trust He’ll really do
The very thing He’s said.
Though I can see the coming storm
And hear the thunder roll,
I know I’m in my Father’s hand
And He will keep my soul.
I’ll never have tomorrow’s grace
Or face tomorrow’s need;
I’ll rest in God my Father’s plan
And let His goodness lead.
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Life has many joys and challenges, but with a little daily encouragement you can face each day with confidence and hope no matter the circumstances. Our goal is to provide you with spiritual encouragement for today that strengthens your faith and renews your spirit. We offer Bible-based insights and resources that help you as you grow in your walk with the Lord and share His love and truth with others.
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Need a Spiritual Summer Vacation?
Summer for the Soul will refresh and encourage your heart. Each day’s devotional reading will give you a fresh perspective on another truth from God’s Word.
During this 14-day “devo-cation” you’ll find yourself rejoicing in the Lord, laying down your burdens, counting your blessings, and receiving a renewed sense of purpose.
If you’re looking for a way to rest in the Lord and recharge your Christian life, Summer for the Soul will help. You’ll find yourself taking a deep breath and feeling more ready for the next season of life.
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Whether you are going through a season of blessing or challenge, timely encouragement can help strengthen and guide you. Our resources provide hope and spiritual refreshment for your daily walk with God. Explore our blog, devotionals, videos, and books to find the encouragement and perspective you need for today.
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Finding Spiritual Encouragement in Every Season
Whether you are going through a season of blessing or challenge, timely encouragement can help strengthen and guide you. Our resources provide hope and spiritual refreshment for your daily walk with God. Explore our blog, devotionals, videos, and books to find the encouragement and perspective you need for today.-
– Remember who God is and see how He’s working in your life
– Gain a fresh perspective on how the Bible speaks to your everyday life with answers and solutions to your questions and challenges
– Find tools for growing in your faith and for loving and discipling others
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POEM VIDEOS
Close your eyes and simply listen to the encouraging devotionals and peaceful music, or read along to enjoy the beautiful, relaxing nature footage.
These worshipful poem videos will bring you peace and joy as you take a moment to experience and reflect on the love and goodness of God.
POEM VIDEOS
Close your eyes and simply listen to the encouraging devotionals and peaceful music, or read along to enjoy the beautiful, relaxing nature footage.
These worshipful poem videos will bring you peace and joy as you take a moment to experience and reflect on the love and goodness of God.
MORE RECENT POEMS
A Gratitude Bouquet
The morning sun is up again
To greet a brand new day,
To show God’s praise from east to west
And chase the night away.
The little birds are all awake
And singing to the Lord,
Inviting all who hear their praise
To join each joyful chord.
The flowers, too, are open now
With colors fair and bright,
A silent witness to the care
Of God who gives them light.
…
By Grace Not Works
My works can never save me
Or pay the debt I owe
To get me into heaven
Or wash me white as snow.
Each moment’s full allegiance
Belongs to God my King
And can’t make up for past ones –
There’s nothing spare to bring.
My best attempts are tainted,
My purest thoughts are flawed,
So on my own I’m helpless
To try to get to God.
…
You Gave Me Strength
I cried to You in time of need,
You heard my earnest prayer –
From heaven’s height sent grace to help
And proved Your tender care.
You gave me strength when I was weak
Just like You said You would;
I couldn’t do what lay ahead,
But then I found You could.
So here I raise a song of thanks
And lift my heart in praise:
The Lord has done great things for me
And I will trust His ways.
…
To Him Who’s Overcome
To Him who’s overcome the world
And gives us hope and cheer,
To Him who crushed the bands of death
And freed us from its fear,
To Him who came and died for us
Then rose to live anew,
To Him who gives His life to us
To share His glory, too,
To Him whose love will never fade,
Whose grace will never end,
To Him who cares for every need
And lets us call Him Friend,
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At Christ’s Expense
At Christ’s expense my soul is free
From sin and guilt and shame;
He paid the price to pardon me –
All glory to His Name!
At Christ’s expense I now belong
As child of God and heir;
My Father’s love is vast and strong
And keeps me in His care.
At Christ’s expense I have a home
That He’s prepared for me;
He made the way for me to come
And offered me the key.
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This Cherished Prize
I’ve found a thing so grand and fine
It’s captured my attention,
A treasure worth my every thought
Which has my full affection.
The other things I used to love
All pale beneath its beauty,
And I have found another way
To judge life’s highest duty.
I’d trade the world for what I found,
Give up all other treasure,
For I possess a greater wealth
Than earthly minds can measure.
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MORE RECENT POEMS
A Gratitude Bouquet
The morning sun is up again
To greet a brand new day,
To show God’s praise from east to west
And chase the night away.
The little birds are all awake
And singing to the Lord,
Inviting all who hear their praise
To join each joyful chord.
The flowers, too, are open now
With colors fair and bright,
A silent witness to the care
Of God who gives them light.
…
By Grace Not Works
My works can never save me
Or pay the debt I owe
To get me into heaven
Or wash me white as snow.
Each moment’s full allegiance
Belongs to God my King
And can’t make up for past ones –
There’s nothing spare to bring.
My best attempts are tainted,
My purest thoughts are flawed,
So on my own I’m helpless
To try to get to God.
…
You Gave Me Strength
I cried to You in time of need,
You heard my earnest prayer –
From heaven’s height sent grace to help
And proved Your tender care.
You gave me strength when I was weak
Just like You said You would;
I couldn’t do what lay ahead,
But then I found You could.
So here I raise a song of thanks
And lift my heart in praise:
The Lord has done great things for me
And I will trust His ways.
…
Your poetry always seems to hit the spot just in the right time. – J.B.
I wasn’t ever into poetry but yours have so much depth into what our Lord says to us through His Word. Everything you write has God in it. I like that. Thanks for using this gift He has given you. You are a blessing to me. – R.D.
Your poems refresh my soul. … I just take a deep breath whenever I read one of your poems and enjoy it. – E.H.
Thank you for being God’s jar that pours out refreshing glimpses of that divine love all year long through your poetry. – J.S.
When I shared your poem with the ladies in my Bible study, there were audible reactions to it. It really connected with them and helped them see the topic from a different angle. – K.B.
They cause me to reflect on the heart and things of God and I love writing that does that! – R.C.
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