Suffering

One of the most inspiring passages from Paul is where he says that we have “a treasure in earthen vessels.” By this he means that there is within us something much more powerful and meaningful than our earthly body, which is just a container for that gift from God. Join bestselling author Tony Evans as he explores this transformational truth.

The Treasure Within You

This devotional explores the despair from seeing tragedy in the world around us. Whether you are struggling with a personal crisis or the fallout from the latest violent headlines, this devotional can help you:

-	Recover lost faith and hope in God
-	Reconnect to God’s love for the world
-	Understand the role God plays in the world’s ongoing story
-	Find connection to the ultimate source of hope 


Where Was God In All Of This?

Suffering and pain can move us to an unhurried life. Alan Fadling describes his journey out of the fast lane and into the rhythms of Jesus. Following the framework of Jesus' earthly life, Fadling shows how the work of "unhurrying" is central to our spiritual development.

Suffering and Pain: Unexpected Unhurry

We all desire to feel at home within our spiritual communities. But what does it really mean to belong? And how can we help people who have been marginalized feel at home in the Church? In this Sanctuary devotional plan, authors Swinton, Smith, Browning, Ewing, and Hamley explore how mental health can impact our community experience, illuminating what Scripture has to say about home and belonging.


Belonging and Mental Health

Judges describes the deteriorating cycle of the Israelites following Joshua’s death. Because of idolatry, the Israelites were oppressed by the enemies. When they repented, God raised up judges to deliver them. Soon they forgot and fell into evil, and the vicious cycle continued. Even today, leaders are sent to deliver us but a true salvation takes place only when our hearts are obedient to the one King who remains forever.

Through the Bible: Judges

Do you feel stuck? In her signature say-it-like-it-is style, Real Talk Kim shows you how to shut down negative self-talk and become who God wants you to be.

Shut Hell Up

From a cold, damp cell in Rome, Paul pens the most intimate letter found in the New Testament in a final effort to fortify Timothy, his fellow servant of the Gospel, before Paul’s impending death. 

Paul’s letter to Timothy is personal and full of wisdom, warnings, and encouragement as Paul teaches Timothy to be ready to spread the Gospel in and out of season.  

The question is, are you ready? 

2 Timothy: Endure, Encourage, Equip

I had no idea how hard it would be to lose someone you love - in stages. It tore me apart when my dear mom was put on hospice. Watching her decline steadily was heartbreaking and the gradual goodbye was physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausting. Here are some helpful and encouraging things I learned as I walked with her through that deep valley, led by our Good Shepherd and Savior.


To Those Losing a Loved One: The Gradual Goodbye

The apostle Paul tells his readers, “We must suffer many things on our way into God’s kingdom” (Acts 14:22). Reading the book of Acts or hearing testimonies from Christians all over the world, these words are proven true. Believers face opposition and persecution. Maybe you experience affliction yourself. In this reading plan, we want to encourage you and to teach you how to handle affliction.