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Matthew 1:21

This meditation from Matthew 1 reminds me of how Joseph must have felt as he stepped back to watch his wife gives birth to a Savior.

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How might you help another discover the love of God?

Luke 2:8-21

This meditation from Luke 2 will follow the humble shepherds on their passage that evening, as they were the first to receive the birth announcement.

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When did you first hear the Good News of Jesus?

Isaiah 7:14

This meditation from Isaiah 7 and Luke 2 will follow Mary and Joseph's journey on the evening that opened earth to heaven and changed the world forever.

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Who in your life is still searching for the Child in the manger?

1 Peter 1:8-9

The theme of this meditation from 1 Peter 1 is belief. We'll contemplate how to believe in the steps toward the destination, even when you can't see the whole path.

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How can God use you to bring hope and belief to another?

Proverbs 18:24

The theme of this meditation is friendship. Today, we'll contemplate the value of friends with whom you can share love not only in times of happiness but also in times of trouble.

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How many true friends do you have?

Isaiah 60:3

The theme of this meditation from Isaiah 60 is hope. I pray you will find peace knowing there is a way forward because, with God, nothing is impossible.

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When last did the light of the Lord outshine your black night?

Matthew 6:19

I pray you will spend this time setting aside what is fleeting to be transformed by the eternal — surrendering your desire for worldly attention and surrendering your heart to Christ.

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What worldly desires do you need to surrender today?

Proverbs 15:31

Today, we'll focus on learning to listen to the gentle, true forward path of wisdom that God shares through his word and wise counsel of the godly.

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Who are the godly voices in your life?

John 8:32

The theme of this meditation from John 8 is freedom. I pray you will be encouraged to leave behind what binds, so you can race ahead free and fast into the presence of God.

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What thoughts, fears, regrets, or shame are still holding you captive?

Galatians 1:10

The theme of this meditation from Galatians 1 is approval. It is my prayer that you would find approval by finding your identity in Christ, and not the world.

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Who does God say that you are?