Devotionals about Faith

Exile

Undefiled

Read: Daniel 1:8-21 Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king’s food. (v. 8) Of all the ways Daniel could have testified to his faith, he chose

Exile

In the King’s Service

Read: Daniel 1:1-7 The king commanded . . . some of the people of Israel . . . to stand in the king’s palace. (vv. 3-4) The book of Daniel

Faith

Resisting the Devil

Read: 1 Peter 5:6-14 Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. (v. 8) Christians often make two equal and opposite mistakes with respect

1 Peter

No Surprises!

Read: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you. (v. 12) If you are reading this devotional somewhere

Faith

Sober to Pray

Read: 1 Peter 4:1-11 The end of all things is near; therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. (v. 7 NRSV) Every biblical author addressing

1 Peter

A Ready Defense

Read: 1 Peter 3:8-22 Always be ready to make your defense . . . (v. 15 NRSV) Among the finest students I have ever taught are the brave and zealous

1 Peter

A Family Affair

Read: 1 Peter 3:1-7 . . . so that nothing may hinder your prayers. (v. 7 NRSV) How we need the encouragement and moral direction Peter offers husbands and wives

1 Peter

Beloved and Urged

Read: 1 Peter 2:11-25 Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable. (v. 12) Peter was assuming several things as he wrote to Christian brothers and sisters in his day, and

1 Peter

Chosen for a Reason

Read: 1 Peter 2:1-9 But you are a chosen race . . . (v. 9) What enormous encouragement is lavished upon Christian believers in just one verse. We are called