Tag: Our Daily Bread

What do you do when there is a mountain in your way? The story of Dashrath Manjhi can inspire us. When his wife died because he was unable to get her to the hospital to receive urgent medical care,… We have two options: rely on our own strength or trust the Spirit’s power. Source: By…

A global computer system outage causes widespread flight cancellations, stranding hundreds of thousands of passengers at airports. During a winter storm, multiple auto accidents close major highway… Confidence in God enables us to live out our faith patiently. Source: Dealing with Delay | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-18-18.mp3

Would you like to cultivate a greater sense of gratitude? George Herbert, 17th-century British poet, encourages readers toward that goal in his poem, Gratefulness: “Thou that hast given so mu… For from him and through him and for him are all things. Romans 11:36 Source: Growing Gratitude | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-17-18.mp3

One day, when I was deeply concerned about the welfare of one close to me, I found encouragement in part of the Old Testament story of Samuel, a wise leader of the Israelites. As I read how Samuel … Father, strengthen my faith, that I will always believe in Your goodness and love. Source: The…

Growing up during the 1950s, I never questioned racism and the segregation practices that permeated daily life in the city where we lived. In schools, restaurants, public transportation, and neighb… Jesus, unite our hearts in love so we may encourage each other and honor You. Source: Pursuing Unity | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-15-18.mp3

“Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so” is the message of one of Christian music’s most enduring songs, particularly for children. Written by Anna B. Warner in th… The wonder of it all—just to think that Jesus loves me! Source: Knowing and Loving | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-14-18.mp3

When I studied Greek and Roman mythology in college, I was struck by how moody and easily angered the mythological gods were in the stories. The people on the receiving end of their anger found the… Father God, I’m grateful that You are always compassionate, forgiving, and faithful. Source: An Angry God? | Our Daily…

Lee is a diligent and reliable bank employee. Yet he often finds himself sticking out like a sore thumb for living out his faith. This reveals itself in practical ways, such as when he leaves the b… Lord, help us to keep on encouraging one another to stay faithful to You in this faithless world.…

“Do you want to see what’s inside?” my friend asked. I had just complimented her on the old-fashioned rag doll her daughter held in her small arms. Instantly curious, I replied th… When God’s strength shines through us, it invites others to ask, “What’s inside?” Source: What’s Inside? | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-11-18.mp3

It was a long day at work. But when I got home, it was time to start my “other” job­: being a good dad. Greetings from my wife and kids soon became, “Dad, what’s for din… Lord, help us to become more like You. Source: Growing a Servant’s Heart | Our Daily Bread https://dzxuyknqkmi1e.cloudfront.net/odb/2018/01/odb-01-10-18.mp3