Connect the sunday message to your week!
These short devotionals help bridge the gap between sunday services. We pray this resource will help you grow in your journey with Jesus! If you'd like to join the New Testament-in-a-year reading, additional scripture for that is provided at the bottom of each section.
Day 1
Know the Word—Feed Your Soul
Reading: Joshua 1:7-8; Psalm 119:9-16
Devotional: Just as we can smell what someone has been eating, people should detect the aroma of God's Word in our lives. Joshua was commanded not just to read Scripture, but to meditate on it day and night—like a cow chewing the cud, extracting every nutrient. This isn't casual reading; it's devouring, pondering, and internalizing God's truth. When you feast on Scripture, it transforms your thoughts, words, and actions. The promise is clear: when you keep God's Word in your mouth and mind, you will have good success. Make time today to read slowly, think deeply, and let God's Word nourish your soul. What you consume spiritually will determine what you produce in life.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 2
Reading: Joshua 1:7-8; Psalm 119:9-16
Devotional: Just as we can smell what someone has been eating, people should detect the aroma of God's Word in our lives. Joshua was commanded not just to read Scripture, but to meditate on it day and night—like a cow chewing the cud, extracting every nutrient. This isn't casual reading; it's devouring, pondering, and internalizing God's truth. When you feast on Scripture, it transforms your thoughts, words, and actions. The promise is clear: when you keep God's Word in your mouth and mind, you will have good success. Make time today to read slowly, think deeply, and let God's Word nourish your soul. What you consume spiritually will determine what you produce in life.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 2
Day 2
Speak the Word—Let Your Words Carry His Fragrance
Reading: Joshua 1:10-15; Colossians 4:6
Devotional: Joshua didn't just know God's Word privately; he spoke it publicly. When he addressed the people, they followed because they recognized God was with him. Your words reveal what fills your heart. Are you speaking life, truth, and encouragement rooted in Scripture? Or do your conversations reflect the world's anxieties and complaints? When God's Word saturates your heart through meditation and study, it naturally flows from your lips. People around you should be able to tell you've been with Jesus. Today, intentionally speak Scripture into situations—encourage someone with a verse, pray God's promises aloud, or share what God is teaching you. Let the fragrance of His Word be on your breath.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 3
Reading: Joshua 1:10-15; Colossians 4:6
Devotional: Joshua didn't just know God's Word privately; he spoke it publicly. When he addressed the people, they followed because they recognized God was with him. Your words reveal what fills your heart. Are you speaking life, truth, and encouragement rooted in Scripture? Or do your conversations reflect the world's anxieties and complaints? When God's Word saturates your heart through meditation and study, it naturally flows from your lips. People around you should be able to tell you've been with Jesus. Today, intentionally speak Scripture into situations—encourage someone with a verse, pray God's promises aloud, or share what God is teaching you. Let the fragrance of His Word be on your breath.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 3
Day 3
Live the Word—Obedience Brings Success
Reading: Joshua 1:7-8; James 1:22-25
Devotional: Knowing and speaking God's Word means nothing without living it. Joshua received a powerful promise: careful obedience to God's Word would bring success and prosperity—not by the world's standards, but by God's design. James warns against being hearers only, deceiving ourselves. True transformation happens when we become doers of the Word. For parents, this means modeling faith before your children. For singles, it means building your life on biblical principles now. For church members, it means living out Scripture in community. Success isn't measured by wealth or recognition, but by faithfulness to God's commands. What area of your life needs greater alignment with Scripture? Obedience today positions you for God's blessing tomorrow.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 4
Reading: Joshua 1:7-8; James 1:22-25
Devotional: Knowing and speaking God's Word means nothing without living it. Joshua received a powerful promise: careful obedience to God's Word would bring success and prosperity—not by the world's standards, but by God's design. James warns against being hearers only, deceiving ourselves. True transformation happens when we become doers of the Word. For parents, this means modeling faith before your children. For singles, it means building your life on biblical principles now. For church members, it means living out Scripture in community. Success isn't measured by wealth or recognition, but by faithfulness to God's commands. What area of your life needs greater alignment with Scripture? Obedience today positions you for God's blessing tomorrow.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 4
Day 4
Trust His Promises—He Will Never Leave You
Reading: Joshua 1:1-6; Hebrews 13:5-6
Devotional: In times of transition and uncertainty, God's promises become our anchor. Joshua faced the daunting task of leading Israel after Moses' death, but God gave him multiple promises: His presence, victory over enemies, and faithfulness that would never fail. The same God who promised Joshua "I will never leave you nor forsake you" makes that promise to you today. You may face financial uncertainty, relational challenges, health struggles, or spiritual battles, but God has not abandoned you. He is with you in every moment—not just the mountaintop experiences, but the ordinary, difficult days too. Like the lion cub roaring with confidence because his father stands behind him, you can face your challenges knowing your Heavenly Father is with you.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 5
Reading: Joshua 1:1-6; Hebrews 13:5-6
Devotional: In times of transition and uncertainty, God's promises become our anchor. Joshua faced the daunting task of leading Israel after Moses' death, but God gave him multiple promises: His presence, victory over enemies, and faithfulness that would never fail. The same God who promised Joshua "I will never leave you nor forsake you" makes that promise to you today. You may face financial uncertainty, relational challenges, health struggles, or spiritual battles, but God has not abandoned you. He is with you in every moment—not just the mountaintop experiences, but the ordinary, difficult days too. Like the lion cub roaring with confidence because his father stands behind him, you can face your challenges knowing your Heavenly Father is with you.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 5
Day 5
Be Strong and Courageous—God Commands and Empowers
Reading: Joshua 1:9; Deuteronomy 31:6-8; 2 Timothy 1:7
Devotional: Four times in Joshua 1, God commands, "Be strong and courageous." This isn't merely motivational advice; it's an empowered promise. God never commands what He doesn't enable. He doesn't say, "Try your best to be brave." He says, "Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you." Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's obedience despite fear. Whether you're stepping into a new season, facing opposition, or simply trying to live faithfully in a challenging culture, God equips you with His strength. You don't have to manufacture courage—it flows from knowing God is present and faithful. What situation requires courage today? Step forward knowing God goes before you, stands beside you, and will never leave you.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 6
Reading: Joshua 1:9; Deuteronomy 31:6-8; 2 Timothy 1:7
Devotional: Four times in Joshua 1, God commands, "Be strong and courageous." This isn't merely motivational advice; it's an empowered promise. God never commands what He doesn't enable. He doesn't say, "Try your best to be brave." He says, "Be strong and courageous, for the Lord your God is with you." Courage isn't the absence of fear; it's obedience despite fear. Whether you're stepping into a new season, facing opposition, or simply trying to live faithfully in a challenging culture, God equips you with His strength. You don't have to manufacture courage—it flows from knowing God is present and faithful. What situation requires courage today? Step forward knowing God goes before you, stands beside you, and will never leave you.
New Testament-in-a-Year Reading: Acts 6