Reading: Ephesians 1:16-18; Philippians 3:7-10Devotional:Paul's prayer for the church reveals God's deepest desire: that we would truly know Him. The Greek word ginosko means intimate, experiential kn...  Read More

Reading: James 5:16-18; 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18Devotional:James declares that "the effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person avails much." The word "fervent" in Greek is energeo—the root of our ...  Read More

Reading: Luke 11:1-4; Matthew 6:6Devotional:The disciples noticed something different about Jesus—His prayer life bore fruit. They asked, "Lord, teach us to pray." Jesus responded by giving them a mod...  Read More

Reading: Mark 1:35; Psalm 5:1-3Devotional:Jesus modeled what it means to put God first. Very early in the morning, while it was still dark, He went to a solitary place to pray. This wasn't coincidence...  Read More

Reading: 1 Chronicles 4:10; James 1:22-25Devotional:The most powerful part of Jabez's story is the final phrase: "And God granted his request." When we pray according to God's will and His Word, He an...  Read More

Reading: Luke 10:19; 1 Peter 5:8-9Devotional:Jabez concluded his prayer with "keep me from harm." He understood that increased blessing and influence would attract spiritual opposition. The devil does...  Read More

Reading: Exodus 33:12-16; Psalm 16:11Devotional:Moses declared, "If Your presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here." He understood that God's presence was more valuable than any promis...  Read More

Reading: Acts 1:8; Matthew 5:13-16Devotional:Jabez prayed, "Enlarge my territory." He wasn't asking for more land—he was asking for greater influence for God's purposes. When your world is too small, ...  Read More

Reading: 1 Chronicles 4:9-10; Ephesians 3:20-21Devotional: Jabez refused to let his painful past define his future. Despite being named "Pain," he boldly asked God to bless him abundantly. This wasn't...  Read More

Reading: 1 Timothy 2:1-4; James 4:7-8Devotional: The Ark of the Covenant was where God's presence dwelt—the innermost place of intimacy. When you've walked through thanksgiving, remembered the cross, ...  Read More

Reading: Matthew 4:1-4; Ephesians 6:10-18Devotional: The table of showbread held fresh bread daily, representing God's Word—our spiritual sustenance. When Jesus faced Satan's temptations, He didn't re...  Read More

Reading: Isaiah 11:1-2; 2 Timothy 1:6-7Devotional: The candlestick in the tabernacle burned continually, representing the Holy Spirit's constant presence. God hasn't given you a spirit of fear or timi...  Read More