Monday, June 30, 2025
John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
It’s easy to take for granted the freedom we have in America. Most of us have never known life without those freedoms we enjoy every day. Yet, each one of us has been bound by the chains of sin, guilt, and shame. And no matter how free we appeared on the outside, our soul remained captive until the Savior graciously stepped in and set us free.
Friday, June 27, 2025
James 3:18
Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.
Farmers love a good harvest. After all the sowing, weeding, and tending to the crops, the day you finally get to gather what you’ve grown is deeply satisfying. And it’s the same with your heart. When you choose to plant seeds of peace—through kindness, forgiveness, and grace—you’re promised a bountiful harvest.
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Hebrews 12:14
Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness no one will see the LORD.
It’s not up to you to be best friends with everyone. With as many people as there are in the world, that’s just not possible. But if there’s an opportunity to live in peace with someone, why not take it? Not every effort will be reciprocated but your heart can still reflect Christ.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Colossians 3:15
Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of one body you were called to peace. And be thankful.
Every day, a lot of emotions try to rule your heart—fear, anger, and jealousy. They push hard to take the lead. But here’s the thing: when you’re ruled by your emotions, it’s hard to live by faith. That’s why Paul reminds us not to let our emotions take the driver’s seat, but instead, to let the peace of Christ take command.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
When you turn on the news, it’s rarely uplifting. There’s so much evil and chaos happening in the world, it can make you want to shut everything off and hide away. But even amid all that noise and fear, Jesus spoke something powerful to His disciples—and to us. Peace isn’t something you can expect to find in the world. It’s only something He can give.
Monday, June 23, 2025
Isaiah 26:3-4
You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in You. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD Himself, is the Rock eternal.
If you’ve ever gone bird watching, you know it’s almost impossible to focus on a bird while it’s flying. But once it lands on a branch and stays still—that’s when you can really see it clearly. And it’s the same with your mind. When your thoughts are darting all over the place, it’s hard to let it be at peace. But when you intentionally focus on the One who never changes—the Prince of Peace—that’s when true peace happens.