Devotionals

8 devotionals, newest first.

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

Hannah's Three Names for God

A mother dedicating her long-awaited son names God three ways: holy, unrivaled, and steady.

Nick Vogel·May 21, 2026

The Glory in Ordinary Things

Paul tells a Gentile church that food rules aren't the point. Gratitude and generosity are.

Nick Vogel·May 19, 2026

Unity Isn't the Same as Agreement

Paul calls the Corinthian church to unity, but he doesn't mean everyone has to agree on everything.

Nick Vogel·May 16, 2026