Christian Devotionals and Scripture Applied to Everyday Life

Battle stories fill the Bible. Some are devastating defeats and others are incredible victories. What is the reason for these opposites? Is it the nation involved? Is it the size of the army? Is it the prowess and strength of the warriors? None of these is the answer. The key to the greatest victories is faith in the One Who is all powerful and controls all things.

Anxiety can be a huge source of stress. Worries and fretful thoughts can swirl around in your mind so fast and strong that it feels that your whole head is caught up in a fire of emotions. This is not healthy or necessary. God tells us that we should not be anxious about anything, but instead remove these worries and give them to Him.

Auctions are a great place for history lovers. There are so many things that show up at auctions to remind us of how life was lived in the past. Some things are very nostalgic. Others are informative. Still others make me grateful for all we have in this day and age.

People seem to thrive on adventure. The thrill of new experiences and drama often give us a high. But there is something to say about the everyday, normal activity of life. You could even say it is God’s gift of the ordinary.

“You need to be smarter than your dog!” A friend and mentor encouraged me with these words the other day. She was right! This important lesson applies to more than just your puppy. You also need to be smarter than another type of mongrel that longs to get the best of you – your sin nature!

Distractions are a part of life. Sometimes distractions can be pleasant if they are enjoyable. Other times they are annoying because they keep us from finishing a project. But every once in a while distractions can be devastating!