Posts with the tag “faith”

Didn't Our Hearts Burn? | Part Two
by Aaron Kennedy on January 20th, 2026
Faith isn’t just about knowing Jesus. It’s about knowing the story He fulfills. This devotional invites readers to look backward in order to better understand the depth and beauty of God’s plan that has been unfolding all along.  Read More
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Keeping Our Eyes On Jesus
by Aaron Kennedy on January 16th, 2026
Life has a way of pulling our focus in every direction. This devotional reflects on Hebrews 12 and the simple yet powerful call to keep our eyes on Jesus as we run the race of faith. It’s an encouragement to release distractions and rediscover where true endurance is found.  Read More
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I Am, Part 5 | Jesus, The Resurrection and the Life
by Aaron Kennedy on January 12th, 2026
In Part 5 of this devotional series, Jesus reveals Himself as the Resurrection and the Life. This reflection explores how He meets us in grief, disappointment, and waiting—and how His presence brings hope where it once felt lost.   Read More
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I Am, Part 4 | Jesus, The Good Shepherd
by Aaron Kennedy on January 9th, 2026
In Part 4 of this devotional series, Jesus reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd—present, protective, and deeply personal. This reflection explores how knowing Him as our Shepherd helps us live with trust and peace, even in uncertain seasons.  Read More
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I Am, Part 1 | Jesus, The Bread That Satisfies
by Aaron Kennedy on January 6th, 2026
We all know the feeling of wanting more and still coming up empty. In this first devotional of a seven-part series, Jesus reveals Himself as the Bread of Life, the only source that truly satisfies. It’s an invitation to stop striving and start depending.   Read More
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Built to Finish
by Aaron Kennedy on January 5th, 2026
Salvation isn’t the finish line; it’s the starting point. Scripture reminds us that spiritual maturity doesn’t happen accidentally, but intentionally, as we partner with God’s work in us. If you’ve ever felt stuck, weary, or unsure of the next step, this reflection offers clarity and hope for the journey.   Read More
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Honor | The Path to Blessing
by Aaron Kennedy on January 1st, 2026
Honor is more than respect. It’s a heart posture that positions us for God’s blessing. In Scripture, we see a clear contrast between Esau’s reactionary obedience and Jacob’s surrendered response. One leads to grief, the other to encounter. This devotional explores how honoring God and godly authority aligns us with His promises and prepares us for what comes next. Honor still matters, and it still unlocks heaven.   Read More
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Joy and Security | Part Three
by Aaron Kennedy on December 18th, 2025
Fear often reveals where love has not yet been fully experienced. In Part 3 of Joy and Security, we reflect on confidence before God and what it means to live free from fear of judgment. This devotional explores the relationship between time spent with God and growing assurance in Him. Discover how abiding in His love transforms fear into confidence.  Read More
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Joy and Security | Part Two
by Aaron Kennedy on December 17th, 2025
What does it really mean to love like God loves? In Part 2 of this series, we explore how love is not something we manufacture, but something we receive from God and pass on to others. This devotional challenges the idea of reciprocal love and invites us to stay connected to the true source. Discover how living in God transforms the way we love.  Read More
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Joy and Security | Part One
by Aaron Kennedy on December 16th, 2025
Joy doesn’t exist in isolation. It grows from something deeper. In this first part of a four-part series, we explore the connection between joy and security through the words of 1 John. What does it mean to truly know God’s love and trust Him with our lives? This devotional invites you to slow down, examine the roots of fear, and begin a journey toward deeper security in Jesus.  Read More
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Unforced Rhythms of Grace | Learning Real Rest
by Aaron Kennedy on December 10th, 2025
In Part 2 of our series, we explore Jesus’ invitation to learn “real rest” and walk at His pace. This devotional looks at the difference between physical rest and soul rest, the security Jesus carried in His relationship with the Father, and how walking with Him reshapes our rhythm and our trust. It invites readers to slow down, listen, and follow Jesus’ example of peaceful living.   Read More
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The Submitted Heart of Christmas
by Whitney Bailey on December 3rd, 2025
This devotional reflects on the tension of the Christmas season—busyness, pressure, and distraction—and contrasts it with the unexpected faith and humility of the centurion in Luke 7. It explores how understanding Christ’s true authority changes the way we love, lead, and submit our hearts during the holidays, helping us shift our focus from seasonal stress back to the Savior who came near.  Read More
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Do Not Abort the Test
by Aaron Kennedy on November 18th, 2025
This devotional unpacks the call not to “abort the test” but to embrace the process God uses to strengthen our faith. Through the lens of James 1 and Philippians 3, it explores how trials reveal our true selves, strip away self-dependence, deepen intimacy with Christ, and build a faith anchored in Him alone. It’s a vulnerable, practical look at what real spiritual formation requires.  Read More
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Ceased From My Work
by Aaron Kennedy on November 13th, 2025
In this devotional, we’re reminded that God’s rest isn’t found at the end of our work. It’s meant to be the place we work from. Through personal reflection and Scripture, we see that anxiety often signals misplaced trust and that true peace begins when we stop striving and start surrendering.  Read More
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Brothers
by Aaron Kennedy on November 7th, 2025
This devotional explores Hebrews 2:11 and the beautiful truth that Jesus not only sanctifies us but also calls us His brothers and sisters. It reminds us that sanctification is both finished and ongoing and that Christ is never ashamed of those who belong to Him. No matter where we are in the process, His love remains steady and sure.  Read More
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