Proverbs 15:24

In a world that needs the light of truth, Christians must diligently show up and shine. This devotional illustrates lessons learned in the dark, including the importance of knowing God’s Word, seeking the lost, and overcoming spiritual attacks. Walking through this world can wear us out, but finding purpose in pain redeems our tears and lets us see God’s hand at work.

Discipleship works against fear. As we obey God’s commands, we entrust ourselves to him. Like the students attending the schools founded by D. L. Moody in Northfield, MA, God’s people “are encouraged to test the meaning and value of the Bible’s teachings experimentally, by acting upon them, and living them out.” As we “test experimentally” the word of God, we will find that we will have fewer and fewer reasons to be afraid. You can get an expanded version of this plan at moodycenter.org/fear.

One of the greatest tragedies in life is unfulfilled potential—all that could’ve been but wasn’t. Sobering, isn’t it? It’s not enough to be full of potential . . . unless it’s being realized. In this 7-day journey, you’ll discover how to advance in your calling and never get stuck. You have one shot at this life to give it everything you have. Level Up will show you how.

Proverbs is the greatest book of wisdom ever written, mostly penned by the wisest man to ever live. God gave his servant Solomon this wisdom to pass along to us, his servants, who continue the ministry of Jesus, the embodiment of wisdom, until he returns in full glory. This 13–day reading plan, inspired by The Passion Translation Proverbs: Wisdom from Above, includes the sayings of Solomon from Proverbs 10-22.