Holiday Devotions Archives

A Grateful Start

Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; because this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.—1 Thessalonians 5:16–18 (NIV)

Two hands holding sparklers with lights in the background after reading a new year devotional

So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.—Colossians 2:6–7 (NIV)

An angel share the Good News with shepherds in the fields

Glory to the Newborn King

The Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many.—Matthew 20:28 (AMP)

Be the Light

“Believe in the light while you have the light, so that you may become children of light.” When he had finished
speaking, Jesus left and hid himself from them.—John 12:36 (NIV)

A family at the dinner table saying short christmas prayers

The Heart of Christmas

And she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no guest room available for them.—Luke 2:7 (NIV)

A family spends some time together on a snowy Christmas day

The Gift of Grace

As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace.—1 Peter 4:10 (ESV)

Glorify God in Your Life

I am like a tree that is always green; all your fruit comes from me.—Hosea 14:8 (NLT)

Bible showing the Christmas origin in the Book of Luke in front of Christmas lights

The Holiday Spirit

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.”—JOHN 14:6 (NIV)

A Reason for Every Season

May your unfailing love be my comfort, according to your promise to your servant.—Psalm 119:76 (NIV)

Celebrate Freedom

I have chosen the way of faithfulness; I have set my heart on your laws. I hold fast to your statutes, Lord; do not let me be put to shame. I run in the path of your commands, for you have broadened my understanding.—Psalm 119:30–32 (NIV)