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Fathers carry a unique and vital role in the home—and in society. In this reflective and affirming devotional, Christine F. Perry honors the legacy of her own father and shares timeless wisdom that fathers pass down through generations. With warmth and clarity, she reminds us that earthly fatherhood reflects the care, protection, and presence of our Heavenly Father. Drawing from Galatians 6:9, Christine encourages dads to stay the course, even when parenting feels exhausting or underappreciated. The world may try to diminish the importance of men, but God elevates fatherhood as a sacred calling. This message is both a blessing and a call to strength, reminding fathers that they are needed, loved, and seen by God. 📝 Main Takeaways Be reminded of the lasting influence fathers have through everyday wisdom and presence. Learn how your voice as a father can echo truth and love for generations to come. Discover why society—and the family unit—deeply needs faithful, godly fathers. Find encouragement to keep showing up, even when the role feels heavy or thankless. 📖 Bible Verse Referenced Galatians 6:9 – “Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily biblical encouragement for every season of life. Leave a review to help others discover spiritual nourishment and hope. Share this episode with a father figure who needs encouragement and blessing. Explore more content for and about godly fathers at BibleStudyTools.com. Related Articles: 10 Things Scripture Says about Being a Godly Father – Crosswalk.com What Does the Bible Say about the Role of Fathers? – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Daily Meditation Forgiveness can be one of the hardest steps to take, especially when it involves the deep wounds left by a father’s shortcomings. In this heartfelt devotional, Lynette Kittle explores how unforgiveness can become a barrier, not just in our relationships with our fathers, but in our walk with God. Rooted in Ephesians 6:4 and the truth of God’s character, this reflection invites us to consider the healing that comes from releasing bitterness and embracing the love of our Heavenly Father. In forgiving our fathers, we don’t excuse their failures—we open our hands to receive the perfect love and guidance of our true Father in Heaven. 📝 Main Takeaways Learn how holding onto bitterness towards your father can hinder your relationship with God. Be reminded that forgiving your father doesn’t overlook their wrongs—it sets you free to fully receive God’s love. Find hope in God’s promise to be the perfect Father you’ve longed for, even when your earthly father falls short. Discover why letting go of past hurts is essential for walking hand-in-hand with the Lord. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Ephesians 6:4 – “Fathers, do not exasperate your children…” Psalm 68:5 – “A father to the fatherless…” Isaiah 41:13 – “I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand…” 1 John 4:19 – “We love because He first loved us.” Romans 5:8 – “While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in forgiveness and faith. Share this episode with someone navigating father wounds and struggling with forgiveness. Leave a review to help others find biblical encouragement and healing. Explore more devotionals on forgiveness and healing at BibleStudyTools.com. 🔗 Resources & Mentions How to Forgive Your Father – Crosswalk.com The Power of Forgiveness in Healing Family Relationships – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Daily Meditation In times of overwhelming needs—our own and those we carry for others—it’s easy to feel like prayer isn’t enough. In this heartfelt devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how the Holy Spirit meets us in our weakness, interceding on our behalf when words fall short. Rooted in Romans 8:27, Laura reminds us that prayer isn’t a last resort—it’s the first response. Even when we can’t articulate our needs, the Spirit who searches hearts and minds brings our burdens before the Father. This gentle meditation invites us to let go of striving and rest in the assurance that the Spirit prays perfectly for us, aligning our hearts with God’s will. 📝 Main Takeaways Discover why prayer should be our first response—not a last resort. Learn how the Holy Spirit intercedes for us when we’re too weary to find the words. Find comfort in the assurance that God sees, hears, and answers our prayers according to His perfect will. Be encouraged to trust the Spirit’s power to speak on your behalf, even when you feel at a loss. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Romans 8:27 – “The Spirit intercedes for God’s people in accordance with the will of God.” Romans 8:23 – Creation and believers groan, waiting for redemption. Romans 8:26 – “We do not know what we ought to pray for, but the Spirit himself intercedes…” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement in your walk with God. Leave a review to help others find hope and strength through prayer. Share this episode with someone feeling burdened by too many requests. Explore more resources on the role of the Holy Spirit at BibleStudyTools.com. Related Articles: How the Holy Spirit Intercedes for Us – Crosswalk.com What Does It Mean to Pray in the Spirit? – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Gracious God, thank you that you are always with me. Even when things do not go as planned, I know I am safe in your care. - Gem Fadling, host of the Unhurried Living Podcast Daily Meditation Travel delays can quickly unravel even the best-laid plans, stirring up stress and frustration. In this gentle devotional, Gem Fadling shares a personal story of how a cascade of unexpected changes during international travel tested her patience—and how God’s presence became her anchor. Rooted in Psalm 73:23-26, this reflection is a tender reminder that patience isn’t just about waiting well; it’s about experiencing God’s nearness in the chaos. Whether you’re navigating delays in airports, or delays in the larger journey of life, this prayer invites you to pause, center yourself in the moment, and remember that you’re never alone. 📝 Main Takeaways Discover how travel delays (and other life disruptions) can become opportunities to practice patience. Learn how grounding yourself in the present moment can open your heart to God’s presence. Be encouraged that patience is a fruit of the Spirit that grows in surrendered hearts. Find comfort in the truth that even in delays, God is your portion, your strength, and your constant companion. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Psalm 73:23-26 – “Yet I am always with you; you hold me by my right hand…” About the Author Gem Fadling is a spiritual director and author passionate about helping others live from a place of deep love and intentional presence. She invites believers to embrace transformation by slowing down and tuning into God’s voice amid everyday life. You can find more from Gem at https://www.unhurriedliving.com/. 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily spiritual encouragement. Subscribe to Unhurried Living Podcast to hear from Gem every week! Share this episode with someone navigating the stress of unexpected delays. Leave a review to help others find peace in the journey of life. Explore more devotionals on navigating challenges with God’s peace at BibleStudyTools.com. Related Articles: Finding God’s Peace When Travel Plans Change – Crosswalk.com How to Pray for Patience and Trust in God’s Timing – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

📖 Daily Meditation Prayer is one of the most powerful spiritual disciplines, yet it’s also one of the hardest to sustain—especially when answers seem delayed. In this honest and encouraging devotional, Christine F. Perry shares how, even as she wrote about prayer, she felt her own struggle to pray deeply. But instead of giving up, she turned to God’s Word and refocused her heart. Rooted in Colossians 4:2, this reflection reminds us that staying faithful in prayer is an ongoing battle—and one worth fighting. Whether your heart is full of praise or weary from waiting, God invites you to keep coming back to Him, watchful and thankful, trusting that He hears and cares. 📝 Main Takeaways Learn why prayer is a spiritual discipline that requires persistent commitment. Discover how journaling answered prayers can fuel your faith when you feel discouraged. Be inspired by faith-filled prayer warriors throughout history. Find hope in the truth that even when you feel too weak to pray, Jesus intercedes for you. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Colossians 4:2 – “Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful.” Psalm 55:16-17 – “I will pray, and cry aloud, and He shall hear my voice.” James 5:16 – “The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily spiritual encouragement. Share this episode with a friend who’s feeling weary in their prayer life. Leave a review to help others find hope and encouragement through prayer. Explore more devotions on prayer and faithfulness at BibleStudyTools.com. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Devotional by: Christine F. Perry More daily devotionals: iBelieve.com Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: How to Stay Consistent in Prayer – Crosswalk.com What the Bible Says About the Power of Prayer – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

My wife has recently painted these words on a wall in our house as a reminder to us both: “Mightier than the waves of the sea, is His love for us!” (Inspired by Psalm 93:4). Please remember this. Mightier than the tempest you are facing is His love for you! - Chris Eyte Daily Meditation When life crashes over us like an impossible wave—unexpected illness, personal crises, or spiritual darkness—it’s easy to feel utterly hopeless. In this moving devotional, Chris Eyte shares his miraculous journey from the brink of death to full recovery after a brain bleed. His story is a testament that God truly makes the impossible possible. Rooted in Matthew 19:26, this reflection reminds us that even when our own strength fails, the “J Factor”—Jesus Christ Himself—steps in. His name, “God With Us,” is a promise that no situation is beyond His power or love. 📝 Main Takeaways Be encouraged that no matter how impossible your circumstances, God can do the miraculous. Discover how God’s love is mightier than the fiercest storm you face. Learn how to anchor your heart in hope through prayer and trust. Find comfort in knowing that whether you live or die, you belong to the Lord who never abandons you. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Matthew 19:25-26 – “With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.” Psalm 93:4 – “Mightier than the waves of the sea is His love for you.” Proverbs 30:5 – “Every word of God is flawless; He is a shield…” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily hope and biblical encouragement. Share this episode with someone facing an impossible situation today. Leave a review to help others find the peace of God through prayer. Explore more devotionals on God’s power and faithfulness at BibleStudyTools.com. Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: When You Feel Like the Situation Is Hopeless – Crosswalk.com How to Pray for the Impossible – Christianity.com SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts: The Crosswalk Devotional: https://www.lifeaudio.com/crosswalk-devotionalYour Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Daily Meditation When life’s calendar overflows with commitments, it can be hard to discern what’s truly important. In this relatable devotional, Laura Bailey reflects on how our time can quickly get consumed by good things—yet still leave us feeling spiritually empty. She draws from 1 Corinthians 10:23 to challenge us to rethink our calendars, our hearts, and our priorities. Through a busy season of endless events, Laura invites us to pause and ask: Just because we can, does that mean we should? By seeking the Lord’s guidance, we can learn to live more intentionally, create margin for the things that matter most, and align our lives with the eternal purpose of serving and glorifying God. 📝 Main Takeaways Reflect on how busyness—even with good things—can lead to spiritual exhaustion. Learn how to assess your calendar with a heart of discernment, not just desire. Discover why prioritizing God’s will and the good of others transforms your daily choices. Be encouraged to build margin for what truly matters: relationships, rest, and gospel-focused living. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced 1 Corinthians 10:23 – “I am allowed to do anything—but not everything is beneficial…” 1 Corinthians 10:24 – “Don’t be concerned for your own good but for the good of others.” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily devotionals and encouragement. Leave a review to help others discover the joy of living for God’s priorities. Share this episode with someone who’s feeling overwhelmed or pulled in too many directions. Explore more devotionals on prioritizing faith and purpose at BibleStudyTools.com. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Devotional by: Laura Bailey More daily devotionals: iBelieve.com Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: How to Put God First in a Busy Life – Crosswalk.com What Does the Bible Say About Priorities? – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Created in God's image, we have emotions because He has emotions. However, we often allow our emotions to cause us to lose sight of our Savior rather than prompting us to draw near Him. - Ashley Moore Daily Meditation Difficult days can quickly spiral us into self-pity, frustration, or confusion. Ashley Moore vulnerably shares how it’s easy to get stuck in those emotions, losing sight of God’s presence and peace. In this devotional, she invites us to shift our focus from the storm to the Savior. Rooted in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, this episode reminds us that God doesn’t ask us to pretend our troubles don’t exist—He asks us to bring them to Him. Even in the hardest circumstances, giving thanks for God’s unchanging nature opens the door to His peace and perspective. When we trade tunnel vision for a heart of gratitude, we discover God’s refuge in the midst of the mess. 📝 Main Takeaways Discover how giving thanks in hard seasons changes your perspective and brings peace. Be reminded that God doesn’t ask you to have it all together before coming to Him. Learn how gratitude helps you see God’s presence and purpose, even when life feels overwhelming. Find comfort in knowing that your big emotions are safe with God, who gently invites you to rest in Him. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced 1 Thessalonians 5:18 – “Give thanks in all circumstances…” Matthew 11:28-29 – “Come to me, all you who are weary…” Isaiah 26:3 – “You will keep in perfect peace…” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily comfort and biblical encouragement. Share this episode with someone navigating a difficult season. Leave a review to help others find rest and refuge in God’s unchanging love. Explore more devotionals on finding peace in the storms of life at BibleStudyTools.com. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Devotional by: Ashley Moore More daily devotionals: iBelieve.com Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: Finding Gratitude When Life Feels Overwhelming – Crosswalk.com What the Bible Says About Gratitude in Hard Times – Christianity.com SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts: The Crosswalk Devotional: https://www.lifeaudio.com/crosswalk-devotionalYour Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Daily Meditation Sometimes, life hits us with overwhelming challenges—medical diagnoses, emotional overload, or spiritual weariness. In this transparent devotional, Keri Eichberger shares her personal experience of reaching the point where prayer felt impossible. She offers a comforting reminder: even when we can’t find the words, the Holy Spirit intercedes on our behalf. Rooted in Romans 8:26, this message encourages you to let go of the shame of feeling too weak to pray, and to rest in the assurance that God is still with you—carrying you, even in silence. 📝 Main Takeaways Discover how God’s Spirit covers you when words and strength run out. Learn to release guilt for not always having the “right” prayer in crisis moments. Find comfort in the truth that the Holy Spirit is always interceding for you. Be reminded that you are never outside the reach of God’s presence and protection. 📖 Bible Verse Referenced Romans 8:26 – “The Spirit helps us in our weakness… the Spirit himself intercedes for us.” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily encouragement and biblical hope. Leave a review to help others find solace in the promises of God’s Word. Share this episode with someone who needs to hear that even in silence, they’re still covered in prayer. Explore more daily prayers and devotionals at BibleStudyTools.com. 🔗 Resources & Mentions Devotional by: Keri Eichberger More daily devotionals: iBelieve.com’s Prayer Devotionals Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: How to Pray When You Don’t Have the Words – Crosswalk.com Understanding the Role of the Holy Spirit in Prayer – Christianity.com Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Humility is a mind that is set on Christ with submission to the will of God. When we bow in submission to the Lord, He will come to our rescue. - Christine Perry Humility doesn’t come naturally. It’s a posture of the heart that requires daily surrender to God’s will. In this reflective devotional, Christine Perry unpacks the powerful example of Jesus, who willingly set aside His divine privileges to serve and save. Rooted in Philippians 2:6-8, this message calls us to reject pride and embrace a servant’s heart, trusting that God uses even our trials to refine our character. Just as David and Job learned profound humility in their afflictions, we’re reminded that true greatness comes not from self-promotion but from bowing before the Lord and letting Him lift us up. 📝 Main Takeaways Learn how humility is both an attitude and an act of submission to God’s perfect will. Discover why trials can be tools for spiritual growth, just as David and Job found. Reflect on the example of Jesus, whose obedience and service define ultimate humility. Find encouragement to surrender your agenda and trust God’s sovereign guidance. 📖 Bible Verses Referenced Philippians 2:6-8 – Jesus’ example of humility and obedience. James 4:6-10 – “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble…” Psalm 119:71 – Learning through affliction. Job 42:1-6 – Job’s confession and submission to God. Psalm 25:9 – “He guides the humble in what is right…” 🙌 Calls to Action Subscribe to Your Daily Prayer for daily reminders to walk humbly and trust God’s purpose. Share this episode with someone needing encouragement in their spiritual journey. Leave a review to help others find comfort and challenge in the wisdom of Scripture. Explore more devotionals on humility and service at Crosswalk.com 🔗 Resources & Mentions Devotional by: Christine Perry More daily devotionals: iBelieve.com Related Articles from Salem Web Network Brands: How to Live a Humble Life in a Proud World – Crosswalk.com What it Means to Have a Servant’s Heart SUBSCRIBE to our sister podcasts: The Crosswalk Devotional: https://www.lifeaudio.com/crosswalk-devotional Your Daily Bible Verse: https://www.lifeaudio.com/your-daily-bible-verse Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.