Carter Conlon | Daily Devotionals

Proverbs 3:5–7 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths. Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and depart from evil.”

Despite sharing this profound wisdom, Solomon later reflects on his life and concludes that all is vanity and emptiness. He became wise in his own eyes, strayed from God, and moved toward evil—ultimately feeling bitter and disillusioned.

Let this be a reminder to seek God’s guidance instead of relying on our own understanding. Begin today by committing to trust in the Lord, acknowledging Him in every decision, and guarding your heart against the pitfalls of pride and self-reliance.

Pray about it today.

It’s time to pray.

Would you be surprised today if I told you that we’re on the edge of experiencing a supernatural visitation of God? I say this prophetically because I know it to be true in my heart. We’re at a moment in time where Jesus Christ is soon returning.

Before God moves, He sends voices to call His people’s attention to what He is about to do—things that only He can do. In His mercy, before Christ returns, He will gather everyone who can still hear His voice.

Open your heart today to Jesus. Allow God to use you as a voice in this generation to proclaim the good news of the gospel. It’s time for us to rise and be faithful representatives of this great message.

Christ is coming.

It’s time to pray.

When Mary, the mother of Jesus, came to dedicate Him in the temple, things were spoken about His life, and the Scripture tells us that Mary pondered these things in her heart (Luke 2:19).

Thank you to every mother who has taken time to ponder and believe for God’s best for each of your children. Thank you for never giving up on us. Thank you for never turning your back on us. Thank you for believing in us, even when we don’t believe in ourselves. Thank you for holding in your heart the things meant for our lives—for good—and believing in God’s plan for us.

We want every mother to be encouraged today. We want you to know that we know you love us. Even though many of us have made mistakes along the way, one of the mistakes that God never made is giving you to us as our mothers.

We love you deeply, and we thank God for you from all of our hearts this Mother’s Day.

It’s time to pray.

Proverbs 4:5–13 passionately urges us: “Get wisdom! Get understanding! Do not forget, nor turn away from the words of my mouth.” Solomon reassures us that wisdom will preserve and honor those who embrace it, promising that it leads to a fulfilling life.

He writes not just for his own son, but as a message from God—highlighting the path of wisdom that keeps our steps steady and unhindered. Yet, despite receiving divine wisdom, Solomon later strayed. He became empty and dissatisfied as he pursued relationships and practices that led him away from God.

This serves as a powerful reminder to not only seek wisdom but to diligently apply it in our lives. Ask God today for wisdom and understanding. Align your choices with His truth, and remain steadfast in your faith.

It’s time to pray.

Psalm 40:2–3 says, “He also brought me up out of a horrible pit, out of the miry clay, and set my feet upon a rock, and established my steps. He has put a new song in my mouth—praise to our God; many will see it and fear, and will trust in the Lord.”

This passage reminds us that God gives us a new song when we choose to follow His ways and respond to His gentle call. In Him, we find a profound comfort that transcends all understanding.

As we embrace this invitation, we can share the joy and hope we discover in our lives, inspiring others to seek that same comfort and place their trust in the Lord.

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King Solomon, once the wisest man, reflects on his life in Ecclesiastes 2 and reveals a troubling drift from his calling. Despite possessing unparalleled wisdom, he sought to gratify his flesh with wine, leading him away from God and His purpose.

Solomon realized that the pursuit of pleasure ultimately left him feeling empty. He even declared that wisdom seemed pointless if it led him to the same fate as a fool. Though his initial request for wisdom was to judge others rightly, he failed to apply that same discernment to himself.

This reveals a common human tendency: we often recognize right and wrong in others but struggle to see it in ourselves.

Today, ask God for the wisdom to discern not only the world around you but also your own heart. That kind of wisdom will keep you anchored in the calling God has placed on your life.

It’s time to pray.

We need to start asking God for bigger things than just our own needs because evil is rising all around us. This present generation needs people who have mountain-moving faith—people who are willing to look outward and recognize the great need and great deception in the world.

As believers in Christ, we can’t be afraid of these things. We can’t keep praying small, self-focused prayers, thinking the obstacles are too big to be conquered. If ever there was a generation that needed bold, mountain-moving prayers before the throne of God, it’s this one. They’re being swallowed up by present darkness.

It’s time for the church of Jesus Christ to rise and become a people with unshakable faith in God—knowing He can give us the power once again to do incredible works for His kingdom.

It’s time to pray.

James 1:5–8 says, “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.”

God takes our belief in His willingness to give us wisdom very seriously. He makes it clear that if we ask for wisdom but doubt His desire to provide it, we will not receive it.

This promise is profound. It reminds us that failing to ask for wisdom is actually a mark of foolishness. So today, let’s confidently ask God for the wisdom we need, and trust in His generous promise to provide it.

It’s time to pray.

Proverbs 3:5–6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct your paths.”

We are reminded not to rely solely on our own understanding. Instead, we should seek a word from God and allow the Holy Spirit to work in our lives. But there comes a point—myself included—when God’s truth must take precedence over our own thoughts and feelings.

Until we fully embrace His truth and invite it into our lives, it becomes difficult to navigate the lessons we’re meant to learn. This willingness to accept and integrate God’s truth lies at the very heart of true wisdom.

Now is the time to open your heart and actively seek to make God’s truth the center of your life.

Let’s talk to God about it.

It’s time to pray.

True wisdom is found in the ability to discern the motives of our own hearts. 

Solomon, in Proverbs 2, warned others about the seductive influences of the world, particularly cautioning against immoral relationships that lead to destruction. Yet, in 1 Kings 11, we see that Solomon himself fell into the very trap he advised others to avoid—being with many women despite God’s command against it. He possessed wisdom meant for others but failed to apply it to his own life, exemplified by his decision to have 700 wives. 

Reflect today on your own life and ask God for the wisdom to not only guide others but also to discern your own heart’s motives. Join with us every Wednesday night at 7:00 PM eastern time at its time to pray.org. We're praying with people from all over the world. God give us an end time spiritual awakening. 

My brother, my sister, 

It’s time to pray.