Battle Drill Daily Devotional (Audio) | Christian 5-Minute Bible Devotions

Weekly Summary This week in Battle Drill Daily Devotional we consider the difficult and daring concept of forgiveness, through the story of Joseph of Egypt. Each weekday we share hope and encouragement as we read and study the Bible together. Summary Does God forgive all sins? Yes! Like Joseph of Egypt, God delights in giving us second chances. We can have a second chance today to fulfil his purpo...

Summary The Bible says that no matter what life storms we are going through at the moment, Jesus intercedes for us. He loves us and he is for us. Introduction Where is Jesus in all this? He seems to have abandoned me when I needed him the most. Have you ever thought that? The account of the disciples caught in a storm on the Sea of Galilee promises that’s not the case. Their experience shows us th...

Summary When we focus on our circumstances – whatever they are – we start to sink. So don't panic! Instead fix your eyes on Jesus for your survival. Introduction When you look around you, what do you see? A creaking health service? Workers striking? A cost of living crisis? War in Ukraine? Failing health? A shrinking job market? A generation falling behind in education? Jesus says, look at me...

Summary How to walk on water if you're in the middle of a storm? You have to be willing to do what Jesus wants you to and get out of the boat! Introduction Have you ever been water skiing? Or surfing? Or ice skating? It takes courage to step on the water, or to catch a wave and let it take you, or to step onto the ice rink. I’ve only ever attempted the latter and fallen flat on my face! How t...

Summary When Jesus stills the storm he brings unexpected help and encouragement just at the time you are most desperate. Have You Seen a Ghost? Have you ever thought you’d seen a ghost? People at Maidenhead Salvation Army have told me our building is haunted by a ghost called Mabel. I admit I have thought I've heard her on more than one occasion, but then my brain kicks in and I can usually e...

Weekly Summary This week in Battle Drill devotionals, we are focusing on encountering Jesus in the storms of life. Summary You need to focus on Jesus not the storm, and trust the one who controls the storms of life and ensure they do not overwhelm you. Have You Been Blown Off Course? Some of us have been blown off course over recent years, particularly by the Coronavirus storm of 2020-2021 and its...

Summary Commit to being in worship with your church family this Sabbath and discover again just how restful that can be. Introduction “I don’t need a church to be a Christian”! Have you ever heard anyone say that? Jesus Spent Time in the Synagogue It is a popular opinion that you can be a Christian without going to church. That your Christianity is between you and God and no one else. But that’s n...

Summary Sabbath Worship is vital for our holiness. Allow Sabbath worship to refocus your heart on God and rest in his love, power and authority. Introduction Sabbath worship is part of God’s rhythm for our lives. And it is there for our benefit. Sabbath Worship is for Our Benefit Our Sabbath worship not for God’s benefit, nor – chiefly – for anyone else’s benefit, but for our own. We need to worsh...

Summary When your heart and your mind focus on God’s Word, they experience less stress and more rest. Introduction How’s your focus? Do you find it easy to focus on the right things? Or does the constant bombardment from adverts and social media distract you from what’s important. Our Minds are Being Assaulted Our minds are constantly assaulted by the world’s messages. You’ll mean something if you...

Summary Why is rest important for mental health? Like a tennis racket, our emotions need to be unstrung and restrung on a regular basis, to ensure they don’t snap. Introduction Do you have a mind that seems to go into overdrive when you lay your head on your pillow at night? Do you often find yourself lost in thought? Why is Rest Important for Mental Health? If so, then your mind might be trying t...

Weekly Summary This week on Battle Drill daily devotionals, we focus on the truth that rest is a gift from God that should be a normal part of our routine. Summary We all need a Sabbath rest every week. Take one this week and rest your body. It will be thankful you did! Introduction Are you one of those people who drops off to sleep whenever they sit down for a few minutes? Or perhaps you seem to...

Summary What if Heaven is cheering you on? As we live out our lives here on Earth as Christ's followers, Heaven believes we can do it and is cheering us on. Introduction What if Heaven is cheering you on? How different life would be if we lived knowing that Heaven is watching us and cheering us on. During the Coronavirus pandemic, many sports teams, especially those playing at home, seemed to...

Summary Have you ever thought how beautiful Heaven must be? Think of the most beautiful place you have seen on Earth. It is just a shadow of how beautiful Heaven is. Introduction Have you ever thought how beautiful Heaven must be? Think of the most beautiful place you have seen on Earth. It is just a shadow of how beautiful Heaven is. How Beautiful Heaven Must Be! Jesus describes the Kingdom of He...

Summary What if you wanted to go to heaven? Jesus says, it's your choice! Hope is not enough. It's a choice you get to make. Introduction What if you wanted to go to heaven? Jesus says, it's your choice! Many people hope they will get to heaven. Or at least, they hope they don't spend eternity in hell! But hope is not enough. It's a choice you get to make. What If You Want...

Summary Is heaven real? Jesus says it is and he wants each one of us to become a part of his family and live with him for eternity. Introduction Is heaven real? Jesus says it is. He describes the Kingdom of Heaven in many different ways. But in the passage we are looking at this week, he uses three tangible similes to help us. Is Heaven Real? As real as a tree! Jesus speaks of the Kingdom of Heave...

Weekly Summary What does heaven look like? This week on Battle Drill Daily Devotionals, we focus on what Jesus has to say to us about heaven. Each weekday we share hope and encouragement as we read and study the Bible together. Summary What does heaven look like? Whatever you have imagined heaven looks like, the reality will far exceed it! Introduction Do you have an idea of what heaven looks like...

Summary You're going to need the Christian encouragement of others in your small group as you seek to live like Christ. Introduction Living a life of holiness is difficult. We all make mistakes. We all fail at times. None of us is perfect! Finding Christian Encouragement As We Seek Holiness Sometimes, this can be very discouraging. We want to live for God and become more like his Son, Jesus C...

Summary Small group prayer is powerful! That's why you need to be in a small group. You can ask them to pray for you when you are in difficulty. Introduction Who do you turn to when you are going through a difficult patch. Who are your prayer warriors? Small Group Prayer Warriors When you're going through a tough time, it is important to have people praying for you. This will be very eas...

Summary Where church small groups have a vision it can have a unifying and inspiring effect, helping members understand why it's so important to be committed to and invested in their small group. Introduction One of the most important things you can do in your small group is set a vision. A vision helps to ensure you are moving forward. Church small groups are either moving forwards or moving...

Summary God appointed small groups to care for and multiply his followers. Never doubt what a small group can do with such a boundless God! Introduction If you ever decide to join a small group, what would you want from it? It might be support from a bunch of close friends, particularly when you are going through difficulties in life. It might be that you are excited to study God's Word with...

Weekly Summary This week in the Battle Drill daily devotional podcast we answer the question, why are small groups important? Each weekday we share hope and encouragement as we read and study the Bible together. Introduction Why are small groups important in a Salvation Army church family? They are in the DNA of our Movement. What is a Small Group? It is around 3-12 people doing Christian life dee...

How To Grow Your Church and Increase Attendance: Summary If you want to know how to grow your church and increase attendance then you all need to love each other like the early Christians loved each other. Introduction Do you know what happens when you truly love those in your church or corps family? The answer is it grows! It stands to reason, doesn’t it? Often, it feels like love is in short sup...

Gossip in the Church: Summary When it comes to gossip in the church, keeping confidences helps develop healthy relationships and provides a safe space. Introduction Read Philippians 2:1-11. Keeping a confidence allows people to grow to trust you. On the other hand, if you’re known as someone who talks about other people behind their backs, they’re unlikely to ever trust you. Gossip in the Church:...

Be An Encourager: Summary Be an encourager. Surround yourself with encouragers. And then cheer each other on to grow the same attitude that Jesus had. Introduction Who do you look like? Do people say to you that you look like your mum or dad or perhaps brother or sister? Who are you like? If your corps or church is working the way that Jesus envisaged, then after a while you will begin to look lik...

Serving in Church: Summary Serving in church matters because we all depend on each other to function effectively. So don’t be a spectator, get involved! The church is like a jigsaw puzzle. Each piece fits together into a unified whole, and when it is complete, then it is beautiful. Serving in Church: We Need You! If you are missing, then that beautiful picture is marred. It is incomplete. Your pre...