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Daily devotions written by Pastor Mike and many other Time of Grace writers. These Bible-based messages cover a wide variety of topics and help you seek what matters most in life: Jesus. Join the thousands of people who receive these devotions for encouragement by subscribing to have them delivered to your inbox each morning.

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Living My Faith

Is Jesus disappointed in you?

A few years ago, I lost my voice and my car wouldn’t start on the same day, so I ordered an Uber to give…

Bible 101

The penalty is paid

OK, so I admit that I watched the trial of Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard. This couple who was once in love slung mud…

Living My Faith

Following God’s route

Our dogs are funny.  When we take them on walks, they try to lead the way because 1) they think they are in charge…

Living My Faith

The new you is hidden

Some years my New Year’s resolutions are clear and focused.  This year they’re hidden, which actually makes them more impactful and hopeful. Here’s how:…

Living My Faith

Every day is the last day

“Therefore keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come” (Matthew 24:42). I love my kids and all, but…

Living My Faith

Prone to wander

A famous old hymn said, “Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it. Prone to leave the God I love.” The author admitted that his…

Living My Faith

Made new

We recently remodeled our office. This involved new wallpaper and floor-to-ceiling bookshelves to create my dream library, as well as a space for my…

Social Issues

Why so few Christians?

When I was kid, about nine in ten Americans claimed to be Christian. Now that I’m middle-aged, only six in ten Americans stand with…

Living My Faith

Is God stingy?

I know the Lord is not slow in keeping his promises, but I am impatient when he doesn’t answer my prayers the way I…

Bible 101

The other Noah

Noah is described as a righteous man. God chose him to build an ark (Genesis 6). Noah and God wanted other people in it…

Living My Faith

Truth in an elevator

Many years ago, my pastor was giving a sermon and told an interesting story about his trip to a shopping mall during Christmastime.  This…

Life’s Challenges

Jesus is willing

A man with leprosy approached Jesus with a beautiful prayer: “If you are willing, you can make me clean” (Mark 1:40). Jesus was filled…