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The Life Devotional
by The Life Project
A devotional podcast from the team at TheLife.comYou can also receive a text version every morning in your email. Subscribe at TheLife.com
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Why Seek Jesus? by Mike Woodard
“When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. On coming to the house, they saw the child with his mother Mary, and they bowed down and worshiped him. Then they opened their treasures and presented him with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh.” - MATTHEW 2:10-11 Go Deeper— Are you feeling it,...
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The Name That Saves by Allan Mitchell
“‘She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.’” - MATTHEW 1:21 Go Deeper — Christmas is an opportunity to share God’s love. As you celebrate the season, contemplate the Name that saves. Ask the Lord to prepare your heart…
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A Christmas Treasure by Caroline Bellemare
“But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.” - LUKE 2:19 Go Deeper — Whatever you are suffering, whether a loss of a loved one, a job loss, poor health or a heartache, remember that you have Savior who came to earth and suffered so you don't have to go through it…
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Food for Thought by Julie Cosgrove
“While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.” - LUKE 2:6-7 Go Deeper — The Lord’s Prayer asks for God to give us our daily bread,...
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Resounding Joy by Becky Toews
“And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.’” - LUKE 2:10 ESV Go Deeper — Who do you know who really needs to hear the message from the angels this holiday season? Make some time to sit quietly with them and talk it over....
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Hearing God’s Voice by Rick Thiessen
“When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, ‘Let’s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about.’… The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just…
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Why God Chose Shepherds by Rebekah Black
“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.” - LUKE 2:8-9 Go Deeper — Take time today to slow down and just breathe in the presence...
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Don’t Be an Innkeeper! by Dr. Guy Saffold
We apologize for the wrong audio file being uploaded. The correct one is now available. “And she gave birth to her firstborn son and wrapped him in swaddling cloths and laid him in a manger, because there was no place for them in the inn.” - LUKE 2:7 Go Deeper — Consider two things you can do to...
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The Creator by Prescott Williamson
“All things came into being through Him, and apart from Him nothing came into being that has come into being.” - JOHN 1:3 Go Deeper — This holiday season, try to create positive memories for someone new,such as co-worker you rarely speak to, a neighbor that lives 4-5 houses down from you, a...
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Glorify the King of Kings by Darlene Franklin
“He will be great and will be called the Son of the Most High. The Lord God will give him the throne of His father David, and He will reign over Jacob’s descendants forever; His kingdom will never end.” - LUKE 1:32-33 Go Deeper — If you are physically able, fall on your knees or lie prostrate...
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God’s Eternal Promise by Anne-Marie Montgomery
“A record of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham." - MATTHEW 1:1 Go Deeper — What promises of God do you want to transmit to your children and your children’s children? Why not make a list of those promises and share them with your family during this Advent season?...
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The Long Road Ahead by Prescott Williamson
“... and everyone went to their own town to register.” - LUKE 2:3 Go Deeper — Compare your journey now from what it was 5 years, 10 years, 15 years ago. How have you grown in that time? And if you haven’t grown the way you would like, ask God to show you what you need to change so that when you…
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The Roman Empire by Hailey Hudson
“In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.) And everyone went to his own town to register.” - LUKE 2:1-3 Go Deeper — Read about Caesar Augustus’ life and...
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Declare Any Way You Can by Kim Borrelli
“And he asked for a writing tablet and wrote, saying, ‘His name is John.’ So they all marveled.” - LUKE 1:63 Go Deeper – Consider the desires of your heart and the words you are speaking about them. Declare today, in writing and with your mouth, the promises of God over those things and bring new...
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Beyond the Law by Debbie West
“Because Joseph her husband was faithful to the law, and yet did not want to expose her to public disgrace, he had in mind to divorce her quietly.” - MATTHEW 1:19 Go Deeper — Read Romans 8:1-4. Maybe commit it to memory to remind you that God fulfilled the requirements of the law so that we could...
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Hard to Believe by Rich Vega
“This is how the birth of Jesus the Messiah came about: His mother Mary was pledged to be married to Joseph, but before they came together, she was found to be pregnant through the Holy Spirit.” - MATTHEW 1:18 Go Deeper — Be open to God’s requests in your life even when they might not make sense....
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Believe Confidently in God’s Promises by Sara Willoughby
“And behold, your relative Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son, and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren. For nothing will be impossible with God.” - LUKE 1:36-37 Go Deeper — Think about what specific promises God has given you to stand on, both as an individual…
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My Soul Glorifies the Lord by Suzanne Benner
“Oh, magnify the LORD with me, and let us exalt his name together!” - PSALM 34:3 Go Deeper — Write or print off the words of The Magnificat (Mary’s song in Luke 1:46-55). Use it as a prayer every night this week. Ask God to reveal Himself in a new way through this Scripture. Get prayer or talk to…
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A Decision to Trust by Donna Mitchell
“Mary responded, ‘I am the Lord’s servant. May everything you have said about me come true.’ Then the angel left her.” - LUKE 1:38 Go Deeper — Read through the gospels and look for Mary’s responses throughout Jesus’ life and death. “But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her...
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The Lord Has Done This For Me! by Karen Woodard
“After this his wife Elizabeth became pregnant and for five months remained in seclusion. ‘The Lord has done this for me,’ she said. ‘In these days he has shown his favor and taken away my disgrace among the people.’” - LUKE 1:24-25 Go Deeper — Do you experience reproach from others who think…
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Speechless by Melissa Talbot
The angel said to him, “I am Gabriel. I stand in the presence of God, and I have been sent to speak to you and to tell you this good news. And now you will be silent and not able to speak until the day this happens, because you did not believe my words, which will come true at their appointed...
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A Light in the Darkness by Suzanne Benner
“The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of deep darkness a light has dawned.” - ISAIAH 9:2 Go Deeper — Think about light and darkness. Consider how light reveals, dispels darkness, cheers you, warms you and allows you to see. Ask the Holy Spirit to…
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War in the Heavens by Aaron Elder
“And I will put enmity between you and the woman, and between your offspring and hers; he will crush your head, and you will strike his heel.” - GENESIS 3:15 Go Deeper — What stronghold does the enemy hold in your life right now? In this Christmas season, pray for Christ to invade enemy territory...
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Fix Your Hope by Dr. Guy Saffold
“For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” - ISAIAH 9:6 Go Deeper — Reflect on how having your hope in Jesus should change the way you think and feel...
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Where You’re From Matters by Julie Cosgrove
“When he had called together all the people’s chief priests and teachers of the law, he asked them where the Messiah was to be born. “In Bethlehem in Judea,” they replied, “for this is what the prophet has written…” - MATTHEW 2:4-5 Go Deeper — Open this list of Scripture about heaven. Scan…
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God Is With Us by Rand Kreycik
“Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” - ISAIAH 7:14 Go Deeper — Does the darkness of December seem overwhelming? Does it seem like the light will never return? Take time to read anew the Christmas…
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God’s Reward is Enough by Ashlea Massie
“Thus, when you give to the needy, sound no trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may be praised by others. Truly, I say to you, they have received their reward. But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your right hand…
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Being Humble Matters by Prescott Williamson
“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.” - MATTHEW 5:5 Go Deeper — Make it a goal to do something for someone this week without them knowing you were the source. When it is done, give God all the glory. Get prayer or talk to a mentor at TheLife.com/prayer
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Your Disease Has A Cure by Sara Willoughby
“A healthy tree cannot bear bad fruit, nor can a diseased tree bear good fruit. Every tree that does not bear good fruit is cut down and thrown into the fire. Thus you will recognize them by their fruits.” - MATTHEW 7:18-20 Go Deeper — Look at the fruit in your life as objectively as you can, and...
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Out of My Control by Mary Pinckney
“If you forgive those who sin against you, your heavenly Father will forgive you.” - MATTHEW 6:14 (NLT) Go Deeper — If you are struggling to let go an offense today, consider writing a letter to express the pain and anguish the situation has caused you. As you write, choose to end the letter by...
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A Different Kind of Success by Dr. Guy Saffold
“Now when Jesus saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, and he began to teach them.” - MATTHEW 5:1-2 Go Deeper — Jesus wants us to live out of grace and forgiveness, not out of guilt. Be encouraged today. Reset your goals, if necessary, and live with...
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The Beggar’s Plight by Sue Braid
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” - MATTHEW 5:3 Go deeper — Carry this reassurance with you today, “The high and lofty one who lives in eternity, the Holy One, says this: “I live in the high and holy place with those whose spirits are contrite and humble. I...
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More Than by Julie Cosgrove
“Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?” - MATTHEW 6:25 Go Deeper — What do you worry about the most? Make a list and take it to God in prayer. Ask Him to...
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Evil People and Good Gifts by Mike Woodard
“Which of you, if your son asks for bread, will give him a stone? Or if he asks for a fish, will give him a snake? If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” - MATTHEW 7:7-11 Go...
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God Doesn’t Need Pretty Words by Debbie West
“And when you pray, do not keep on babbling like pagans, for they think they will be heard because of their many words. Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.” - MATTHEW 6:7-8 Go Deeper — To get an insight into prayer, read the Psalms. Many are prayers from...
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Build Wisely by Fab Batsakis
“The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock.” - MATTHEW 7:25 Go Deeper — Assess your “house” to see how it’s developing. What are the values dear to your heart? List them so you can take...
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Not Everyone by Suzanne Benner
“Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but the one who does the will of the Father who is in heaven.” - MATTHEW 7:21 Go Deeper — Look up “lord” in the dictionary. Take some time to think about the definition and write down what must change in order for Jesus...
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Where Moth and “Must” Destroy by Rand Kreycik
“Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be...
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Why Worry About It? by Melissa Jansen
“Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” - MATTHEW 6:34 Go Deeper – Pick out a few Bible verses that carry the word worry or the word anxious and write them down. Now flip the paper over and write down some verses that...
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You Have Heard it Said… by Allan Mitchell
“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” - MATTHEW 5:43-44 Go Deeper —Take time to read Matthew 5. As you read, ask yourself if you ensure that any teaching, interpretation, or application...
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Making Amends by Melissa Talbot
“Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother or sister has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to them; then come and offer your gift.” - MATTHEW 5:23-24 Go Deeper — Take some time today…
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Peace Amidst Accusations by Caroline Bellemare
“Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you.” - MATTHEW 5:11-12 Go Deeper — Are you facing a...
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One Who Had Authority by Dr. Guy Saffold
“When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at his teaching, because he taught as one who had authority, and not as their teachers of the law.” - MATTHEW 7:28-29 Go Deeper — Is there a teaching of Jesus that has particular meaning for you? Think about it often. You can...
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Poor in Spirit by Hailey Hudson
“Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” - MATTHEW 5:3 Go Deeper — Consider the word “kingdom” as Jesus uses it in The Beatitudes and spend some time meditating on what it really means. Get prayer or talk to a mentor at TheLife.com/prayer
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The Light of the World by Darlene Franklin
“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” - MATTHEW 5:14 Go Deeper — Read passages that describe God as the light. In what ways is God using you as light in your world? Get prayer or talk to a mentor at TheLife.com/prayer
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It’s Your Time to Shine by Prescott Williamson
“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” - MATTHEW 5:16 Go Deeper — Think of one person at work, school, church, or in your neighborhood who could use a kind word and make it a point to speak light into their life...
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Judging Ourselves by Veda Lucas
“Do not judge so that you will not be judged. For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you.” - MATTHEW 7:1-2 Go Deeper — Today and tomorrow catch yourself if you begin to judge someone else. Ask God to show you to see them as He sees...
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Can We See God? by Rich Vega
“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God.” - MATTHEW 5:8 Go Deeper — Read and digest 2 Corinthians 4:3-7 We don’t have to wait until we get to Heaven to see our Lord. Ask Him to show you specific ways His light is present in your day as you turn your heart to Him. Get prayer or talk…
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Shake Shake Shake by Becky Toews
“You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled by men.” - MATTHEW 5:13 Go Deeper — Think of the people you know and consider whether God might be calling you to bring salt...
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The Father’s Will by Donna Mitchell
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness and all these things will be given to you as well.” - MATTHEW 6:33 Go Deeper — Pray through the Lord’s Prayer, seeking to align your heart and your will with the Father’s heart and will. Get prayer or talk to a mentor at TheLife.com/prayer
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