Written Devotions
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.
Sleep well. Live free.
“In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety” (Psalm 4:8). Do these words of David…
Why believe in Jesus?
Has anyone ever called you crazy for believing in Jesus Christ? “Wait, you actually believe that God was born from a virgin, died on…
Requiem for the middle
I noticed it when I was still teaching. The middle seemed to be disappearing. There were exceptional students and special needs students. Few kids…
Are you a good person?
Are you a good person? The apostle Paul used to think so. But then he became a Christian and came to believe that, by…
Thankful for what you have
Let me ask you a question. Are you happy? No one’s listening. No one’s writing this down. I’m not asking you about your kids…
Follow Jesus no matter the cost
Some people live in what are called “tiny homes.” Some are only slightly larger than a backyard shed. Though the living space is small,…
Why believe the Bible?
“Why do you believe the Bible?” the skeptic asks. “Because it’s God’s Word,” the Christian replies. “Says who?” the skeptic responds. “Says the Bible,”…
A different government?
How many governmental promises have been uttered in the U.S. since the beginning of our democracy? How many of these promises have you or…
Everyone has a place
How do you feel when you see someone else make the winning basket and you’re stuck on the bench? Or how do you feel…
Put reason in the right place
Human reason and logic are stunning gifts from a generous God. Without reason, you wouldn’t be able to apply God’s love for the world…
Church family
If I was prepared for ministry the way Jesus prepared his disciples for ministry, I’m not sure I would have made it. While a…
One-sided coins
There are teachings in the Bible that are one-sided coins. “Those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also…