Hope

During tough times, we need a faith that works. In this new series, Pastor Rick teaches through the Bible to help you move toward a deep and genuine faith in God and to show you how faith is something you do. This reading plan selection is Part 4 of a five-part series. 

A Faith That Works When Life Doesn’t: Part 4

The book of John reveals Jesus as the Messiah, the Savior, and the Son of God by focusing on His life and ministry. This is an anthology, created by a diverse group of people from different backgrounds and perspectives, all connected to Embrace Church MN. Through personal reflections and insights, it explores the entire book of John, connecting its timeless truths to real-life experiences. Whether you're new to the Bible or deeply familiar with it, this journey will help you know Jesus more—not just through facts, but by allowing His life to inspire and transform you each day.

More Than Just a Story - the Book of John

Everyone's story comes with unique challenges that leave you lost and drowning in their wake. Dr. Tony Evans, bestselling author and pastor, understands life's hardships firsthand. In less than two years, he lost his brother, sister, brother-in-law, two nieces, father, and wife. Join him on this 5 day journey and see that there is hope for the hurting: His name is Jesus.

Hope for the Hurting

Life has a way of shaking our faith. Unanswered prayers, unexpected losses, and seasons of silence can leave even the strongest believers questioning what they once held true. Believe Again is a 5-day devotional journey to help restore your confidence in God when faith feels fractured and hope seems far away. Whether you’ve wandered from faith, grown weary in your walk, or need to be reminded that God is not finished with your story, this devotional is an invitation to hope, trust, and believe again.

Believe Again: Restoring Faith When Hope Feels Lost

“My life is nothing like I thought it would be.” Many of us feel this way in times of transition. Sometimes we need a boost of encouragement to embrace change, take a chance on our dreams, and realize that we are not alone. If you’re facing a new season of life, this devotional will help you realize that no matter what, God’s got you.

God's Got You

As women, we can be heroes when it comes to prioritizing care for others. This can lead to neglecting our own spiritual, physical, and emotional health, and can even damage our relationships.  

It can be hard to give ourselves permission to rest and refresh when we’re overwhelmed and anxious. 

This plan offers Scriptural encouragement and scientific methods to help you face stress and challenges with renewed confidence, energy, and gratitude.

Breathe: A 6-Day Plan to Transform Chaos to Calm

Are you waiting for God to answer your prayers? Yeah, me too.  It can get hard to not question if He hears you, if He cares, or if He will ever do it. You can find yourself even sometimes wanting to just give up. How can we find hope? I pray this devotional guides you on a path of hope in your wait.

Losing Hope While Waiting for an Answered Prayer

No matter the challenge you're facing, you can always turn to God with your troubled heart. These Scripture-based prayers will shift your focus toward truth, restore your hope, and fill your soul with peace.

5 Days of Heart-Calming Prayer

There is an incredible future that God has laid out in front of us. However the promises of God are not found in the comfort of our boat, but in the unknown of the waves. Join us on a 7-day journey as we take a deep dive into the incredible story of water-walking faith.