Provérbios 16:9

The Bible commands us to work hard, but it also tells us that it is God—not us—who produces results through our work. As this four day plan will show, the Christian professional must embrace the tension between “trusting” and “hustling” in order to find true Sabbath rest.

The Start with Prayer 7-Day Challenge will encourage you to spark heartfelt conversations with God. Throughout the week, Max Lucado will encourage you to pray prayers of praise, remind God of his promises, and come boldly before the King of Kings. Each day of the challenge includes a reflection from Max, a relevant Scripture passage, and thoughtful prayer.

A lo largo de los años, me esforcé por vivir conforme a las enseñanzas cristianas. Hace 12 años, en un momento difícil para mi familia, experimenté la intervención de la gracia divina. El Señor me guió hacia un conocimiento revelador sobre el amor de Su gracia. Ahora entiendo que la gracia es más que un concepto teológico; es una persona viva llamada Jesucristo.

No matter what season of life we find ourselves in, the Lord has called us to follow Him obediently. But how can we gracefully navigate obedience to the Lord in midst of stressful, painful, exciting or exhausting change? This 10-day devotional, written by Compassion International staff members, will help you navigate God’s call on your life in the midst of challenging times.