Hope

From humanity’s first home to our eternal one, we see God drawing near to abide with us. In this 6-day reading plan from Caroline Saunders, you will find that even the best aspects of home here are just a glimmer of what God is building for us through Christ. Our longing for home is good and purposeful, pointing us to our truest home found in Him.

Come Home: Tracing God's Promise of Home Through Scripture

Our earthly lives are a journey, and God’s guidance system enables us to avoid many detours along the way. We remain on the best road home when we allow God’s word to be our guidance system through the Holy Spirit.

Our Biblical GPS

When the Christmas story becomes familiar, it loses its initial surprise and shocking details. It’s not just the big picture (God becoming a man in the form of a baby) that is surprising, it’s the unexpected people God chooses to include in the story. What would it look like to read the story through first-century, Jewish eyes again?

Suprised by Christmas - The Unexpected People Cast in the Christmas Story

Easter is not about chicks and bunnies. Scripture describes Jesus’ experience to purchase our forgiveness, but His death was not the end of the story. Easter is hope, renewal, mercy and grace. Each day of this devotional contain a short (1-2 minute) audio message. The guests share their thoughts and experiences about renewal in their lives. They will help you focus on the mercies and hope God extends to you.

Easter: Hope Renewed

Tamar was traumatized, abused, rejected, and she committed incest. Yet, God saw it fit to have her in Jesus’ lineage. As one who speaks to the intergenerational transmission of trauma, Temi Michael-O shares the story of Tamar through the lens of trauma and the redemptive power of grace. This four- day plan reminds us that we matter to God and God is not ashamed of our story.

Tamar: You Matter to God

Mental health isn’t as new of an issue as you might think. Take a look at six people who struggled with mental health in the Bible, and see how God cared and provided for them in their darkest moments.

Stories of Mental Health in the Bible

How often when life goes through seasons of difficulties and trials, we conclude that God is silent or absent. Yet, God not only works out his grand purposes of redemption but also cares about each one of us. Enjoy reading God's word and seeing Christ shine as our great Redeemer. 

Ruth: God at Work in Our Lives

Has anyone ever sacrificed themselves for you or placed themselves in danger to care for you?  The essence of these guided audio meditations is about being rescued from judgment, condemnation, and an eternity without God.  Jesus Christ is your “first responder” who has come to save you.  I pray these meditations will bring you rest in the truth that placing your trust in Christ Jesus rescues you from God’s judgment.

Cared For

Have you ever felt lost or questioned whether you are going the right way?  The theme of these guided audio meditations is discovering the pathway back to God and encountering peace as He guards your steps. Learning to balance the plans you make with the path the Lord has directed for you.  Understanding the options you face and why the best choice is often to be still for a while.