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Are you walking through a difficult season that feels like it will never end?

In today’s Your Daily Prayer, we’re reminded that even the hardest seasons—like winter—are temporary. Based on Song of Songs 2:10–12, this devotional encourages you to hold onto hope, even when life feels cold, heavy, and uncertain.

Just like winter gives way to spring, your current season will not last forever. God is still working beneath the surface, preparing growth you may not yet see.

If you’re feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck in a cycle of challenges, this prayer will help you persevere with faith and trust in God’s timing.

✨ Spring is coming—physically and spiritually.

📖 KEY BIBLE VERSES

• Song of Songs 2:10–12 — “See! The winter is past…”
• James 1:2–4 — “The testing of your faith produces perseverance.”
• Isaiah 43:19 — “See, I am doing a new thing…”

Do you feel spiritually exhausted… like you have nothing left to give?

Tonight’s Your Nightly Prayer is for the moments when your soul feels tired, your prayers feel empty, and your faith feels distant. Based on Exodus 33:14 — “My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.”

Even the most faithful believers reach a point of weariness. Like Moses, you may feel like you’ve hit a wall—carrying too much for too long.

But here’s the truth:

You don’t have to push harder. You don’t have to manufacture faith.

You just need God’s presence.

If you’re feeling drained, numb, or overwhelmed tonight, this prayer will help you release what you’ve been carrying and receive the deep rest only God can give.

✨ You are not alone. God is still with you—even here.

This prayer is a beautiful reminder that some battles are too big for us to fight alone. When we're faced with seemingly insurmountable challenges, God's promise is to fight for us, and all we need to do is be still and trust. Rachel's prayer encourages us to surrender our fears and doubts, knowing that God is working behind the scenes. By trusting in His goodness and power, we can find peace and comfort in the midst of uncertainty. This prayer is a powerful tool for anyone facing a difficult situation, reminding us that God is always fighting for us.

Do you feel like you should be further along in your faith by now?

Tonight’s Your Nightly Prayer is a reminder that real spiritual growth doesn’t happen overnight. Based on 1 Thessalonians 5:24, this devotional encourages you to slow down and trust the process God is leading you through.

In a world that pushes speed, productivity, and instant results, God works differently. He grows your faith slowly—intentionally—deeply.

Like a seed becoming a tree, your faith needs time, nourishment, and patience to truly flourish.

If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, behind, or spiritually exhausted, this prayer will help you release the pressure and rest in God’s pace.

✨ Slow growth is still real growth.

Curiosity is where learning begins.

As children, we are naturally curious. We ask questions, explore new ideas, and seek to understand everything around us. But as we grow older, something changes.

Life becomes busy.

Responsibilities increase.

And slowly, curiosity fades.

Unfortunately, this can happen in our faith as well.

We still believe.

We still go through the motions.

But we stop asking questions.

We stop seeking deeper understanding.

And when that happens, our faith can begin to feel stagnant.

But Scripture calls us to something more.

In Proverbs 2:3–5, we are given a clear invitation:

To call out for insight.

To cry aloud for understanding.

To search for God like hidden treasure.

This is not passive faith.

This is active pursuit.

God never intended for us to stop being curious about Him. In fact, curiosity is one of the ways we grow closer to Him.

When we are curious, we ask deeper questions.

We engage more fully with Scripture.

We become more aware of how God is working in our lives.

Curiosity pushes us beyond surface-level faith into something richer and more meaningful.

And here’s the powerful truth:

God is not threatened by your questions.

He is not offended by your desire to understand more.

He invites it.

Jeremiah 29:13 reminds us:

“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”

God promises that when we seek Him, we will find Him.

But seeking takes effort.

It means choosing to open your Bible when it would be easier to scroll.

It means listening and learning instead of assuming you already know enough.

It means reflecting on your experiences and asking what God might be teaching you through them.

Curiosity is not passive—it is a choice.

And that choice leads to something incredible:

A deeper knowledge of God.

Not just facts about Him—but a real understanding of His character, His faithfulness, and His presence in your life.

Curiosity also becomes especially important during difficult seasons.

When life doesn’t make sense, it helps us ask better questions.

Instead of only asking, “Why is this happening?”

We begin to ask, “What is God showing me through this?”

That shift changes everything.

It keeps our faith alive.

It keeps us connected.

It keeps us growing.

Because no matter how much you learn about God, there is always more to discover.

His wisdom is infinite.

And your journey with Him never has to stop growing.

So today, ask yourself:

Are you still curious about God?

If not, it’s not too late to start again.

Because the more you seek Him,

the more you will find Him.

And the more you find Him,

the more your faith will come alive.

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What if joy was never meant to depend on your circumstances? On the hardest days, it can feel like joy has disappeared. But God designed your brain and your spirit with the capacity for enduring joy. In this episode, Rev. Jessica Van Roekel and I unpack what Scripture says about joy and how neuroscience supports it, along with practical ways to strengthen your mind, anchor your thoughts, and experience God’s peace even when life feels overwhelming.

This teacher’s loving move will restore your faith in humanity. The kind and caring educator saw a need and took action. Watch the short but heartwarming clip to see how this teacher is going above and beyond to help his students.

Whether we want to admit it or not, many people are hurting and struggling, scratching and clawing their way through life. They are simply doing the best they can, desperately hoping that something changes quickly. Simply getting through another day is, sadly, a big accomplishment for some.

The United States of America is often called the land of opportunity.  It is also often referred to as the land of plenty, where excessive wealth and material possessions are highly valued and even celebrated. However, despite all of this wealth, there are people who go without every single day in the United States – the richest country in the history of the world. Hunger and food insecurity are very real issues, and ones that many people overlook and don’t give a second thought.

In a clip posted on YouTube, a teacher, after seeing and hearing about students who are forced to go without, is now doing his part to help feed youngsters, who, for one reason or another, often have to go to bed hungry. The video starts with the teacher opening up cabinets in his classroom to reveal several plastic tubs of snacks, and he explains why they have become a fixture in his room.

“When I first became a teacher, I didn’t have any of this,” he said. “The thought never even crossed my mind to carry extra food on hand for any of my students until my fifth year as a teacher. This one particular day, it was a half-day. A former student walks up to me, sees the extra bag lunches sitting on the table, and asks to take them home.”

The student said that if he took those extra meals home, he and his siblings would get to eat dinner that night.

The teacher added that he is not the only teacher who does because that child’s story is not unusual. Some children only get food when at school.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”

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Watching your teen wrestle with anxiety—the spiraling thoughts, the isolation, the "what ifs" that feel so permanent—can break a parent's heart. But what if the path forward starts with empathy, God's Word, and a simple commitment to pray together?

This week on the Praying Christian Women podcast, join us for a conversation with author and mom of four boys, Amber Lia, about co-writing You Are Seen: 90 Devotions to Encourage Stressed and Anxious Teens with her son Ollie. Drawing from Ollie's raw journey through high school anxiety, a cross-country move, and finding hope in Scripture, Amber shares honest wisdom on blending practical steps (like the 5-4-3-2-1 grounding technique, better sleep, and therapy) with spiritual anchors—memorizing verses, fostering gratitude, and releasing unforgiveness to unlock God's peace.

From resisting "thoughts and prayers" skepticism to navigating teen pushback without overwhelming them, this episode equips parents and mentors with tools to walk alongside stressed kids, build resilience, and remind them that they are seen, treasured, and never alone.

You won't want to miss this heartfelt, hope-drenched conversation that could transform how you support the teens in your life—grab You Are Seen anywhere books are sold starting October 28th (tomorrow!). Follow Ollie's inspiring journey @walkin.with.ollie on Instagram, connect with Amber @therealamberlia, and visit AmberLia.com for more resources and her other books.

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What if the peace you’re looking for is already all around you?

In today’s Your Daily Prayer, we reflect on the beauty of God’s creation and how it quietly reminds us of His love and provision. Based on Matthew 6:28–30, this devotional invites you to slow down, look closer, and release the anxiety you’ve been carrying.

Jesus tells us to consider the lilies of the field—how they grow without striving, yet are fully cared for by God. If He provides for them, how much more will He provide for you?

Through the imagery of hidden beauty in nature, this prayer helps you rediscover God’s presence in everyday life—even in the moments you might normally overlook.

✨ Peace begins when you pause long enough to notice Him.

📖 KEY BIBLE VERSES

• Matthew 6:28–30 — “Consider the lilies of the field…”
• Acts 14:17 — “He has shown kindness… giving you rain and crops…”

⏱️ TIMESTAMPS

0:00 – Welcome to Your Daily Prayer

0:30 – Scripture Reading (Matthew 6:28–30)

1:10 – Devotional: Hidden Beauty in Everyday Life

3:30 – Lessons from Nature & Faith

5:10 – Releasing Anxiety Through Trust

6:40 – Prayer to Notice God’s Presence

8:15 – Reflection & Closing

Inspired by **Numbers 17:8**, *Of All the Wonders* is a breathtaking cinematic retelling of the miracle of Aaron’s staff blossoming into almond flowers — a quiet yet powerful sign of divine calling in the wilderness. Beneath the endless desert stars, this song captures the awe, mystery, and sacred beauty of one of the Bible’s most unforgettable miracles.

Inspired by **Genesis 28:12** — *“He had a dream in which he saw a stairway resting on the earth, with its top reaching to heaven, and the angels of God were ascending and descending on it”* — **Then Jacob** is a cinematic journey into one of scripture’s most awe-inspiring visions. Through music and powerful imagery, the dream at Bethel comes alive as heaven touches earth and Jacob’s destiny begins to unfold. #Jacob's ladder #Genesis #Angels

Inspired by **Numbers 17:8**, *Of All the Wonders* is a breathtaking cinematic retelling of the miracle of Aaron’s staff blossoming into almond flowers — a quiet yet powerful sign of divine calling in the wilderness. Beneath the endless desert stars, this song captures the awe, mystery, and sacred beauty of one of the Bible’s most unforgettable miracles. #Moses #Exodus #Aaron

Will you pray with me for World Peace.

Will you pray with me for World Peace. In his name. Amen and God bless you 🙏

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We're back with another Coffee Break episode!

These are episodes where we take listener questions and have a conversation about them, share our own experiences, and give prayer tips and advice from a Biblical perspective.

This week's question from a listener is intriguing and a bit mysterious: what are we to make of stories where friends claim that deceased loved ones visit them in dreams, sharing loving messages that don't contradict God's Word?

We hope you'll join us for this thoughtful conversation about whether these experiences are biblical, potentially satanic, or somewhere in between, how to test dreams against Scripture, the dangers of seeking communication with the dead, personal stories of comfort and discernment, and so much more!

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Vicki Lawrence explained how a letter led to her role on The Carol Burnett Show. The legendary comedian’s life and career changed completely after she wrote and dropped a letter in the mail. Watch the short clip to hear the unbelievable story of how she landed the role on the iconic television show.

Anyone who says they have their future entirely planned out and does so with a straight face is incredibly naïve and only fooling themselves. Life is a series of unexpected events, full of twists, turns, roadblocks and detours. Your life will likely go in directions that you could have never predicted, both good and bad.

The fact is that none of us can predict the future. We cannot see what will happen in five minutes, let alone five months or five years down the road. Knowing what will happen in the future is God’s department, not ours. All any of us can do is do the best we can with our present circumstances and with what we have in this very moment.

In a clip posted on YouTube, Vicki discussed the surprising series of events that led to her getting a spot on The Carol Burnett Show. It all started with her, as a high school senior, writing a letter to Carol Burnett, informing her of an upcoming performance. If someone other than her told this story, you would have a hard time believing them.

Surprisingly, soon after sending the letter, Vicki received a phone call from none other than Carol Burnett. She could not believe her ears as she listened to that recognizable and unmistakable voice on the other end. Carol told Vicki that she would attend her upcoming performance but requested seats in the back because she did not want to draw attention to herself.

Vicki was eventually cast on the show because she looked so much like Carol. Of course, as we all know she played Carol’s little sister and a handful of other characters in an endless number of iconic, hysterical skits.

Proverbs 16:9 “A man may make designs for his way, but the Lord is the guide of his steps.”

This pastor’s story shows why we should be slow to anger and careful with our words. Things went in a direction he didn’t see coming, leading him to regret what he said and to seek forgiveness immediately. Watch this short, powerful, and moving clip to hear what the pastor said in anger, and why it is important to always be slow to anger, to react with love, and to keep a close watch on our tongues.

Anger is something we all experience, though some of us do so much more frequently than others. While anger is a natural reaction and response to certain situations, it’s what we do and say in that emotional state that matters. Words spoken in anger can have devastating consequences, damage relationships and cause deep hurt. Because let’s remember words, even if said in anger, can never be taken back.

As the Bible says throughout, we should be slow to anger but quick to respond with love. Also, guard against the tongue, which is sharper than any double-edged sword and can hurt and cause much destruction. In a clip posted on social media, a pastor learned this firsthand when he flew off the handle and spouted some surprisingly hurtful things.

He was upset that his room had no running water and did not like the woman at the front desk's response.

“I said, ‘Young lady, to call you stupid would be to defame the word.’ I said, ‘You owe your mother an apology for the day you were born,’” the pastor said. “And I just laid into her. The words just kept coming.”

Surprisingly, for some strange reason, several people in that church listening to him recount this incident got quite the kick out of his awful insults and cutting remarks to this woman. However, the pastor would soon come to regret his hurtful, sharp words. The young woman was a student at a Bible college where he would frequently preach, and despite her limited funds, she donated to his mission every month.

But that was not the end of it. The pastor would learn more about this young woman’s background, which made his comments even more horrible and painful.

Words are powerful, and what we say matters a great deal. With the words we say, we can build someone up or, just as easily, tear someone down.

Ephesians 4:29 “Let no evil talk come out of your mouth, but only what is good for giving necessary teaching, and for grace to those who give ear.”