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Keri Eichberger and Lia Girard
Every morning, the team of women behind iBelieve.com bring you a devotional and prayer to help you start your day in conversation with God. The Bible tells us to bring our prayers and petitions before God and He WILL give us peace! May these daily prayers help you find the words to pray and focus your heart and mind on the love of God today.
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A Prayer to Run to Instead of from God
January 23, 2026 - 6 min
It’s possible to believe in God and still try to keep distance from Him. Sometimes we don’t call it “running”—we call it independence, freedom, or needing space. But this devotional is honest about what running can look like: changing locations, changing environments, changing relationships, and hoping that if we get far enough away, we won’t feel the conviction, the questions, or the call of God. Yet the message is simple and comforting: God doesn’t stop pursuing His children. The author shares a personal journey of trying to outrun God, convinced that submission to Him would mean losing pleasure and living under a suffocating list of rules. But the farther she ran, the more she found the opposite of freedom—loneliness, exhaustion, and despair. What looked like control eventually turned into emptiness. That’s often how running works: it offers temporary relief, but it can’t provide lasting peace. Jonah’s story mirrors this reality. Jonah tried to escape God’s call, but the storm made it clear that disobedience doesn’t lead to calm waters. In Jonah 1:12, he acknowledges that the storm was tied to his choices, and the turning point came when he realized he could not save himself—he needed God’s mercy. The devotional connects that to our own “storms” and low places: moments when we realize we’re in the wrong direction, the wrong patterns, the wrong boat—and we don’t have the strength to fix it alone. This prayer invites listeners to stop running and start returning. God’s pursuit isn’t harsh; it’s love. Surrender isn’t the end of life—it’s the beginning of healing and safety in the arms of a Father who doesn’t give up. Whether you’re the one running or you’re praying for someone who is, today is a reminder that God can reach hearts, restore what’s broken, and bring prodigals home. Main Takeaways Running from God can look like chasing “freedom,” but it often leads to emptiness and isolation. God pursues His children with persistent love, even when we resist Him. Jonah’s story reminds us that disobedience brings storms, but surrender leads to mercy. True peace is found not in escape, but in returning to God and trusting His care. This prayer is also for those carrying burden for wayward loved ones—God can bring them back. Today’s Bible Verse “Pick me up and throw me into the sea,” he replied, “and it will become calm. I know that it is my fault that this great storm has come upon you.” - Jonah 1:12 NIV Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “If anyone is running from You, … open their hearts and minds to receiving You.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. “Whether we’re helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer for a Child Facing Injury or Illness
January 22, 2026 - 6 min
Few things feel as heartbreaking as seeing a child face injury, illness, or a frightening diagnosis. This devotional begins from a place of personal vulnerability—the author shares her own fear and anxiety while facing serious medical uncertainty, and that experience opens her eyes even more to the heavy burden children and their families carry. If it’s difficult for an adult to process testing, procedures, and “what if” thoughts, it’s almost unimaginable to consider what it’s like for a child who may not fully understand what’s happening or why. In moments like these, fear can take over quickly. Questions swirl, worst-case scenarios creep in, and daily life becomes hard to focus on. Yet the devotional reminds us that God meets us right in that fear. Isaiah 41:10 is offered as an anchor—God does not leave His people to face hard things alone. He strengthens, helps, and upholds. And while the original words were spoken in a specific context, the heart of the promise reflects God’s unchanging character: He is present with His children in suffering. This devotional also highlights something practical and powerful: prayer. Whether you’re a parent walking through a child’s illness, a loved one supporting a family, or someone who simply feels burdened for children who are suffering, prayer is a meaningful response. Scripture encourages believers to bring sickness and pain before the Lord and to pray as a community. Even when we can’t fix the situation, we can entrust children and their families to the God who can comfort, protect, and provide peace beyond understanding. Today’s prayer is an invitation to ask God to surround hurting children with His peace, strengthen their families, and bring healing and hope. And it’s a reminder that God is good—able to do far more than we can imagine—especially in the hardest places. Main Takeaways Children facing injury or illness carry heavy fears, and their families carry deep burdens too. Medical uncertainty can stir anxiety and “what if” thinking, but God meets us in that fear. God promises His presence, strength, and help—He does not abandon us in suffering. Prayer is a powerful way to support hurting children and families, even from a distance. God can bring comfort, peace, and healing in ways beyond what we can imagine. Today’s Bible Verse “So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.” - Isaiah 41:10 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Please help every child who is going through various treatments and surround them with the peace that only You can provide.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. “Whether we’re helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer for Satisfaction in Jesus
January 21, 2026 - 6 min
Our hearts are always looking for something to satisfy them. In a world built on instant gratification, it’s easy to assume that the next experience, achievement, relationship, or possession will finally make us feel full. But this devotional gently challenges that pursuit by asking a deeper question: have you truly found satisfaction in Jesus—and do you believe He is enough? The devotional points out that many things promise to satisfy, yet so often they leave us empty. Even good things can become substitutes when we expect them to fill a God-sized longing. Only Jesus can meet the deepest needs of the soul. The author highlights the Samaritan woman as an example of someone searching in all the wrong places until she encountered Christ. Once Jesus met her need, she was changed—so changed that she ran to share Him with everyone else. True satisfaction doesn’t just quiet our craving; it transforms our lives and reorders what we desire. Satisfaction also involves perspective. Comparison can quietly poison contentment, making us resent what others have and overlook what God is already doing in our lives. The devotional reminds us that God provides daily bread, sustains us, protects us, and gives new mercies each morning. When we remember the cost of the cross and the gift of salvation, gratitude grows—and that gratitude becomes a pathway to contentment. This prayer is an invitation to return your focus to Jesus, especially if you’ve been feeling empty, restless, or distracted by what the world offers. Even when prayers remain unanswered and life feels incomplete, you can trust that God is still good, still present, and still satisfying. Jesus doesn’t merely add something to your life—He becomes the One who fills it. Main Takeaways The world offers many substitutes for satisfaction, but only Jesus can truly fill the heart. Contentment begins with believing Jesus is enough, even when life feels lacking. Comparison steals joy; gratitude restores perspective and peace. God faithfully provides, sustains, and shows mercy day by day. Satisfaction in Jesus can remain steady even while you’re still waiting on unanswered prayers. Today’s Bible Verse: For he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things. - Psalm 107:9 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Help me to keep my gaze and focus fixed on you always… Help me to be completely satisfied in you, no matter what prayers remain unanswered in my life.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Want More? Relevant Links & Resources Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. “Whether we’re helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments, Trinity has the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org/ Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Desire What God Desires for Your Life
January 20, 2026 - 7 min
It’s natural to make plans and build dreams for the future—sometimes down to the smallest details. But this devotional reminds us that God often reshapes our desires in unexpected ways, not to disrupt us, but to lead us into something better than we would have chosen on our own. The author shares a personal story of feeling settled and satisfied with “the plan,” only to sense a growing restlessness and lack of purpose. That discomfort became an invitation: not to work harder or force a new direction, but to draw closer to God. As she leaned into delighting in the Lord—through prayer, Scripture, and time in His presence—God began to place new desires in her heart. Not just new ideas, but new longings. The devotional emphasizes an important truth: when we truly seek God, He doesn’t simply demand we follow His will; He begins to shape our hearts so that what He wants becomes what we want. He opens what was closed off, softens what was resistant, and turns hesitation into genuine yearning. This doesn’t mean God’s desires will always feel easy or convenient. Sometimes His leading invites change, sacrifice, or steps that feel uncomfortable. But the devotional anchors us in Psalm 18:30—God’s way is perfect, His Word is flawless, and He protects those who take refuge in Him. God’s plans aren’t random; they’re trustworthy. And as we stay close to Him, our desires gradually align with His heart, and we find deeper joy in the path He unfolds. Today’s invitation is simple: dive deep into delighting in God. Because the closer we stay to Him, the more we come to trust His way—and the more our lives reflect the beauty of His perfect plan. Main Takeaways God may reshape your desires—not to take from you, but to lead you into something better. Drawing close to God helps realign your heart with His will. When you delight in the Lord, He can transform hesitation into genuine desire for His plans. God’s way is trustworthy, protective, and perfect—even when it stretches you. Staying close to God leads to deeper joy as His plans unfold. Today’s Bible Verse: “As for God, his way is perfect: The LORD’s word is flawless; he shields all who take refuge in him.” - Psalm 18:30 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Help me not forget that your will and way are perfect and that your plans are better than anything I could have ever dreamed.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Book Mentioned – Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With the One Who Overcomes by Keri Eichberger (available on major online retailers) Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Cherish and Uphold the Sanctity of Life
January 19, 2026 - 6 min
Sanctity of Life Day is a reminder that human life is not accidental or ordinary—it is created, intentional, and sacred. This devotional centers on the biblical truth that people have value because they are made in God’s image. Our worth isn’t earned by performance, productivity, age, ability, or circumstance. It’s given by the Creator who formed us, knows us, and calls us His. The devotional also emphasizes God’s personal involvement in every life. Scripture describes Him as the One who sees us before we’re even fully formed, who writes our days with purpose, and who breathes life into humanity. That means every person carries God-given dignity and is never invisible to Him. From the beginning, God’s hand has been on our lives—shaping, guiding, and appointing good works for us to walk in. Because life is sacred to God, His people are called to value it too. That includes choosing life in our own hearts and decisions, and also standing up for those who are overlooked, vulnerable, or not valued by the world around them. The devotional calls believers to reflect God’s heart by protecting, honoring, and advocating for human dignity—speaking up, showing compassion, and living with conviction that every life is worthy of care and protection. Today is an invitation to gratitude for the gift of life, and a renewed commitment to represent God well—by cherishing life the way He does. Main Takeaways Human life is sacred because every person is made in the image of God. Your life is not accidental—God’s hand and purpose are present from the very beginning. Our worth is rooted in God’s creation and care, not in culture’s standards or achievements. God calls His people to choose life and to value the lives of others. Part of godly character is advocating for those who are vulnerable and not valued by society. Today’s Bible Verse: “What is mankind that You are mindful of them, human beings that You care for them? You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor. You made them rulers over the works of Your hands; You put everything under their feet.” - Psalm 8:4-6 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Strengthen us to value and choose life for ourselves, and stand up for individuals who are not valued in our culture.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Walk in Godly Character
January 18, 2026 - 6 min
Talent can impress people, but character shapes environments. This devotional comes from the perspective of a longtime worship leader who has seen firsthand how a person’s humility, integrity, and teachability can either strengthen a team—or quietly unravel it. Skill may draw attention, but when pride, dishonesty, or unrepentant sin is present beneath the surface, it eventually spills out into relationships, unity, and even the spiritual atmosphere of a church community. The reminder is clear: talent is never a substitute for godly character. And this isn’t just a message for worship teams. It applies to every part of life where we influence others—at work, at home, in friendships, and in everyday choices that seem small but matter deeply. How we handle integrity in the “little things” (like being on time, returning a shopping cart, resisting gossip, or refusing “white lies”) reveals what’s happening in the heart. These moments don’t just reflect on us; they reflect on the One we represent. The devotional ties this to the biblical call to be ambassadors for Christ. An ambassador doesn’t represent themselves—they represent their kingdom. In the same way, believers carry the privilege and responsibility of representing God’s character wherever we go. That means our words, attitudes, actions, and even our work ethic become part of our witness. Colossians 3:23 offers a practical lens for daily living: do everything with wholehearted effort as if you’re doing it for the Lord. When we live that way, our character becomes a quiet invitation—drawing others toward Jesus through consistency, kindness, humility, and truth. Today is an opportunity to pause and ask: Does my life represent God well? And when God highlights areas for growth, we can respond with repentance and dependence on His grace—trusting Him to shape us into people whose lives point others toward Christ. Main Takeaways Talent can impress, but character impacts people and environments in lasting ways. Integrity in small choices reveals what’s happening in the heart and shapes our witness. Christians are called to be ambassadors, representing God’s kingdom everywhere we go. Colossians 3:23 encourages us to work and live wholeheartedly as if serving the Lord. Godly character can draw others toward Christ through humility, consistency, and love. Today’s Bible Verse Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters. – Colossians 3:23 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Highlight areas where I need to improve… Let my heart and actions align with your will.” You can listen to the full prayer here or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Renew Your Mind and Transform Your Thoughts
January 17, 2026 - 6 min
When life feels heavy, it doesn’t just affect our schedules—it affects our thoughts. This devotional begins with a picture of community: a small group faithfully studying Scripture together in the middle of real-life chaos—toddlers, teens, and nonstop responsibilities. But even in that meaningful rhythm, they began to notice something: resistance. Delays, disruptions, sickness, financial strain, and unexpected emergencies kept piling up, and it felt as if something was actively working against their time in the Word. That experience leads to an important reminder: spiritual battles often show up first in the mind. When pressure increases, discouragement can settle in, and the patterns of the world can begin to shape what we believe, fear, or chase. That’s why Romans 12:2 is so central here—renewal isn’t just about trying harder; it’s about being transformed from the inside out. When our minds are renewed, we begin to see more clearly, discern God’s will, and resist the pull of destructive patterns. The devotional also points out that when believers feel divided, distracted, or weighed down, returning to the basics matters. We don’t fight heaviness with more noise—we fight it with truth, community, and grace. That can look like meeting regularly with other believers, standing firm together in God’s Word, and speaking Scripture aloud so truth gets deeper than emotion. It also means giving ourselves grace when we fail—remembering that confession and repentance are gifts, not punishments. Renewing your mind is a daily practice. It’s choosing, again and again, to let God’s promises reshape your thoughts instead of letting the world define them. And as God transforms your thinking, He strengthens your faith, grows unity with other believers, and steadies you for whatever comes next. Main Takeaways Spiritual heaviness often affects our thought life first, which is why renewing the mind is essential. God transforms us from the inside out as we resist the world’s patterns and cling to His truth. Community matters—meeting regularly with other believers strengthens faith and unity. Speaking Scripture aloud can help anchor truth in your heart and interrupt destructive thought patterns. Grace is part of renewal; when we fail, we can confess, repent, and start again with God’s help. Today’s Bible Verse Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will. - Romans 12:2 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Renew our minds, transform our thoughts, and give us the tools to lean into our faith when this life veers off course.” You can listen to the full prayer in this episode, or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer for Pausing to Notice God’s Everyday Goodness
January 16, 2026 - 6 min
So much of life happens at full speed. We move from task to task, responsibility to responsibility, often missing the quiet gifts God places in our path. This devotional begins with a small interruption in the middle of an ordinary chore—one unexpected moment of wonder as a hummingbird appears near wildflowers. Just a few seconds of stillness became a reminder that God is present, creative, and kind. Sometimes it doesn’t take a major life event to wake our hearts up again; it can be something as small as noticing what God has made. The devotional points us to a bigger truth: creation itself is a constant testimony to God’s goodness. Paul spoke of this when people mistakenly tried to worship him and Barnabas after a healing. He redirected their attention to the true God, reminding them that the Lord has already shown His kindness through everyday gifts like rain, harvest, and the joy that comes from being provided for. God’s care isn’t hidden—He has written evidence of His character into the world around us. For those who follow Jesus, nature becomes more than scenery. It becomes a steady invitation to remember who God is: faithful, generous, and attentive. A leaf, a cloud, the warmth of the sun, the scent of flowers—each can pull us out of the swirl of stress and back into gratitude. When we pause to notice, we’re reminded that God is still at work, still providing, still loving, and still worthy of praise. Today’s devotional encourages us to build that pause into our rhythm—making space to marvel, to thank Him, and to let the ordinary goodness of creation restore our hearts. Main Takeaways God often reminds us of His presence through small, everyday moments of wonder. Creation provides ongoing testimony to God’s kindness, provision, and care. Pausing to notice helps interrupt stress and re-center the heart in gratitude. Even simple gifts—rain, food, beauty—reflect God’s faithful goodness. Wonder can lead us to worship when we choose to slow down and pay attention. Today’s Bible Verse “Yet he has not left himself without testimony: He has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; he provides you with plenty of food and fills your hearts with joy” (Acts 14:17, NIV). Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Help me to regularly take time to pause and marvel at what You have made… allowing the beauty and wonder of nature to remind me of Your love and kindness.” You can listen to the full prayer in this episode or devotional at https://www.crosswalk.com/devotionals/your-daily-prayer/ Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Deal with Bad News
January 15, 2026 - 7 min
Bad news can feel relentless. Whether it’s headlines, social media, or conversations with others, we’re constantly reminded that we live in a broken world marked by suffering and sin. When the stream of tragedy and hardship seems nonstop, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed, anxious, or even powerless. This devotional names that reality honestly—and then points us toward a steadier place to stand. Psalm 112:7 describes a person who doesn’t fear bad news because their heart is steadfast and trusting in the Lord. A steadfast heart isn’t one that ignores reality; it’s one that stays anchored. Bad news often triggers fear because it highlights how little control we have. We can’t fix everything. But we’re not helpless—because we can pray. Prayer is a meaningful response when we can’t change outcomes ourselves. God remains in control, hears our prayers, and continues working for good even in a world where people make harmful choices and suffering exists. This devotional also encourages a shift in focus. If we fixate on what’s wrong, worry can take over. But Scripture invites us to intentionally look for what is good, true, and praiseworthy—signs of God’s ongoing work in the world. That doesn’t minimize pain; it strengthens hope. And instead of letting bad news paralyze us, we can ask God how He wants us to respond—with compassion, kindness, generosity, encouragement, and action that brings light into dark places. Ultimately, the greatest antidote to temporary bad news is eternal good news. In Jesus, we’re reminded that suffering isn’t the end of the story. God is redeeming, restoring, and overcoming—and when we keep our hearts anchored in Him, we can face hard headlines with faith instead of fear. Main Takeaways It’s normal to feel stressed by bad news, but God offers steadiness and peace. A steadfast heart stays anchored in trust, even while acknowledging a broken world. Prayer is a powerful response when you feel powerless. Shifting focus toward what is true and good helps fight worry and renew hope. Bad news can lead to compassion and action—God can use you to bring light to others. Today's Bible Verse: “They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord.” – Psalm 112:7, NIV Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Please take my anxiety and replace it with your peace… Keep me focused on you instead of on the trouble in this world.” Listen to hear the full prayer or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
A Prayer to Rekindle Your Sense of Awe
January 14, 2026 - 7 min
Awe has a way of fading when life gets crowded. Deadlines, responsibilities, and endless distractions can dull our awareness of the beauty that surrounds us every day. This devotional invites us to return to wonder—through the kind of attentive noticing that poetry captures so well. Poetry helps us slow down, see more deeply, and reconnect with meaning. And in a similar way, creation can become a doorway back into worship when our hearts feel tired or uninspired. The devotional points to the psalms as a reminder that awe is not a modern idea—it’s part of a long, sacred practice. David, a poet himself, looked at the world around him and responded with gratitude and praise. Psalm 65 celebrates God’s provision and the beauty of nature from morning to evening. It’s a picture of a life that recognizes God’s hand in what’s growing, blooming, changing, and sustaining. Today’s encouragement is practical and gentle: if you feel stuck, underwhelmed, or overworked, plan a pause in nature. Take a walk. Study a single detail—a leaf, a shell, a butterfly, a creek—and let your senses wake up again to the reality that God is present and creative. Creation becomes a reminder that the Lord is still at work in ways we can’t always see, weaving fragile miracles into ordinary moments. Making space to be awestruck can cleanse the spirit, lift the heart, and restore faith—because awe reminds us that God is bigger than our burdens and more tender than we sometimes remember. Main Takeaways Awe can fade when life feels busy, heavy, or distracting—but it can be rekindled. Creation points us to God’s power, provision, and gentleness. The psalms model a life of noticing and responding with gratitude and worship. A simple pause in nature can restore perspective and renew faith. Paying attention to small details can become a spiritual practice of seeing God’s handiwork. Today’s Bible Verse:The whole earth is filled with awe at your wonders; where morning dawns, where evening fades, you call forth songs of joy. - Psalm 65:8 Your Daily Prayer Here is a brief excerpt from today’s prayer: “Help me find time to seek you in nature… Send me a beautiful sight or sound that radiates your glory.” Listen to hear the full prayer or read the devotional at the links below. Looking for more daily encouragement and faith-filled content? LifeAudio – Discover daily devotionals, Christian podcasts, and biblical encouragement at LifeAudio.com Crosswalk – Explore faith, prayer, and Christian living resources at Crosswalk.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.
Meet Your Hosts
Keri Eichberger is the author of Win Over Worry: Conquer What Shakes You and Soar With The One Who Overcomes and has a passion for devotional writing. A Jesus-loving Kentucky girl, she is blessed—together with her best friend and husband of more than twenty years, Mike—with a house full of five kids. Keri was ordained through Southeast Christian Church and has devoted her life to full-time ministry. Connect with her at KeriEichberger.com or Instagram.
Lia Girard is a poet, mom, wife, author, and former Faith Editor for Crosswalk.com who delights in the truth, discovering new restaurants and exploring wild places. Formerly Lia Martin, her devotionals, articles and video/audio voiceovers are featured on Crosswalk.com, BibleStudyTools.com, iBelieve.com, and the Your Daily Prayer and Your Nightly Prayer podcasts. She soaks up God on long forest walks and shares her inspiration on Instagram @wildpeace.poetry.