1 Kings 13:7-9

Do you act out of fear or faith? How do you deal with situations—through control or by letting God take the reigns? In this 3-day devotional by John Eckhardt, you will learn how to place the fear of God above the fear of others as you step out in boldness for the sake of the Gospel.

With the death of King David, Israel came under the leadership of Solomon. Although Solomon possessed incredible wealth and wisdom, his idolatry and unfaithfulness lead to derision and division in the kingdom. Despite Solomon and Israel's sinfulness, God continued to preserve the Davidic line in anticipation of the greater coming King, Jesus Christ.

This is the eleventh installment of a Bible reading plan based on the lectionary pattern, offering daily readings from the Psalms, Old Testament, and New Testament. This month highlights the Beatitudes, Jesus' renowned introduction to His Sermon on the Mount, as a daily focus. Each day also includes devotional primers designed to prepare your heart and mind for a deeper and more meaningful engagement with Scripture.

In response to calls and emails from friends, clergy, and strangers who are in utter despair and even deep depression in these times of division, Pastor Susan K. Williams Smith has created a series of daily devotions to provide a daily spoonful of hope and encouragement, a healing balm for justice-seeking believers and social activists.