Devotionals

13 devotionals, newest first.

The New Thing Is Subtle

God's new thing isn't a geyser. It springs up quietly, and you have to be paying attention to see it.

Nick Vogel·Jun 13, 2026

Repay Evil With Something Better

Paul doesn't just tell us not to retaliate. He tells us to make sure no one in the community does either.

Nick Vogel·Jun 11, 2026

The Sacrifice God Is Actually Pleased With

Hebrews redefines a sacrifice of praise, and it has less to do with worship songs than you'd think.

Nick Vogel·Jun 9, 2026

When You Don't Know What to Pray

Paul doesn't just tell us not to be anxious. He gives us something to do with the anxiety when it shows up.

Nick Vogel·Jun 6, 2026

Simpler Than You're Making It

John's version of faith doesn't require a theology degree. It requires a confession and a willingness to receive.

Nick Vogel·Jun 4, 2026

What the Disciples Got Wrong About the Kingdom

The disciples wanted a revolution. Jesus was describing something harder and more personal.

Nick Vogel·Jun 2, 2026

Arise From Exile

Isaiah wrote these words to people stuck in a foreign land with no clear way home, and the call still lands.

Nick Vogel·May 30, 2026

Rest Was Made for You

Jesus pushed back on the Pharisees' version of Sabbath, and the correction still matters for how we rest today.

Nick Vogel·May 28, 2026

Heard It, Now What?

James says hearing the word without acting on it is its own kind of self-deception. Here's the practical fix.

Nick Vogel·May 26, 2026

Make Every Effort to Rest

The author of Hebrews says to make every effort to rest, which sounds backwards until you try it.

Nick Vogel·May 23, 2026