Carter Conlon | Daily Devotionals

Psalm 71:16–18 says, “I will come and proclaim your mighty acts, Sovereign Lord; I will proclaim your righteous deeds, yours alone. Since my youth, God, you have taught me, and to this day I declare your marvelous deeds. Even when I am old and gray, do not forsake me, my God, till I declare your power to the next generation, your mighty acts to all who are to come.” Let's keep moving in God's stre...

Psalm 119:122 says, “Be surety for Your servant for good; Do not let the proud oppress me.” Trusting in God's surety brings peace. He is our guarantor, providing strength and provision when ours runs out. By surrendering our worries and fears to the Lord, we can experience His guidance and unfailing love. Today, cultivate trust through prayer. Meditate on and study God’s Word. Choose to release co...

In 1 Thessalonians 1:5, Paul emphasizes that the gospel is not just about words but also the power of transformation. In this generation, people are unlikely to read the Bible or even have the attention span to comprehend it.  Your life and mine become a living testimony of God at work. We are this generation's show-and-tell. If we allow the Spirit of God to work in us, people will witness our tra...

In Exodus, Aaron spoke all the Lord's words to Moses and performed signs before the people. When they heard that the Lord had seen their affliction, they believed in God and worshiped Him. They acknowledged that God was coming to rescue them and bring them freedom.  Today, God is speaking directly to you, saying, “I will take you out of where you are and remove the foreign powers that have no righ...

In Philippians 3:12, the apostle Paul says, “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me.” He who received such a rich revelation of Christ and even wrote most of the New Testament, said, “I haven't arrived.” Paul wasn't ashamed to admit it.  Sometimes, as Christians, we can get discouraged w...

In Romans 7, Paul acknowledges the human struggle with sin and our inability to do good consistently. He recognizes the presence of sin within the human race and the battle between our desire to follow God's law and the influence of wrongdoing.  Paul finds hope in Jesus Christ as the one who can rescue us from sin and expresses gratitude to God for our deliverance. He acknowledges that while he se...

Luke 13:4–5 says, “Or those eighteen on whom the tower in Siloam fell and killed them, do you think that they were worse sinners than all other men who dwelt in Jerusalem? I tell you, no; but unless you repent you will all likewise perish.” We remember the suddenness of the day that the towers fell in New York City. Sunshine turned to sorrow, and clear skies to a dust-filled gray. I'm thankful I h...

In Exodus 4, God gave Moses and Aaron two signs. The first was facing their fears, and the second was a symbolic representation of the human heart's corruption.  Moses and Aaron faced their fears, not relying on their strength or wisdom but on the power of God. They boldly approached the leader of the most powerful army in the world at that time and demanded freedom for their people. They became a...

In Exodus 4, Moses expressed his fear and doubt, questioning whether the people would believe him. God asked Moses what he had in his hand. When Moses threw it on the ground, his rod turned into a serpent. Moses ran away in fear like we often run from our fears.  God needed someone who wouldn't run and could face their fears. He told Moses to reach out and grab the serpent by the tail. When Moses...

If you're at a point where your life is clearly on the wrong track, I have good news for you. Jesus can save you from your sin and change you from the inside out if you decide to turn towards Him and away from what is wrong. God wants us to know what it is like to be fully accepted. He wants our darkness to be turned to light. He wants us to know what living at peace with God is. It can happen to...

In 2 Corinthians 12:10, Paul the apostle declares, “That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” When we let go of our strength and start relying on God, His power shines through us. When we rely on ourselves, we tend to boast and dictate how things should be done. We start acknowledging...

In Mark 5, a man with an unclean spirit lived among the tombs, and nobody could control him. This man represents people trapped in a place of death and painful memories. It's a bleak future if that's where you're heading. You may have sought help from counselors, friends, or even doctors, but nothing has tamed the deep pride of your heart.  I want you to know there is hope. Turn to God, who can ge...

Exodus 4:29–31 says, “Moses and Aaron brought together all the elders of the Israelites, and Aaron told them everything the Lord had said to Moses. He also performed the signs before the people, and they believed. And when they heard that the Lord was concerned about them and had seen their misery, they bowed down and worshiped.” Moses and Aaron gathered the elders of the children of Israel, who h...

In 1 Corinthians 1:26–29, Paul the apostle says, “Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despis...

Everything seems to be broken down in this nation. It's time to call out to God; we shouldn't wait until it's too late. I pray that God would help us move beyond our natural thinking and what our eyes can see. Let's not settle for mediocrity when God wants to do miraculous things around us.  Let's ask God for the grace to believe in Him. Our children can be set free from captivity in our school sy...

The heart of this nation is sick, and we need God to heal our country. He can bring healing, not just to individuals but to whole nations. There may be reasons why we think God shouldn't intervene, but there is no reason why He can't.  Lately, my prayer has been to appeal to God's mercy, knowing it will endure forever. I know He's a God of justice and judgment, but mercy is at the heart of everyth...

The book of 1 Corinthians 1 tells us God chooses the weak, the nobodies, and the nothings of this world. He transforms us, gives us power over our fears, and sends us a message of redemption.  The power of Hell was destroyed when Jesus Christ rose from the dead. The good news is that the Devil cannot hold you anymore. Your freedom begins the moment you believe. Despite challenging circumstances an...

In Acts 27, even though the ship was sinking, Paul's unwavering confidence in God inspired others to hold on. Amidst the chaos, the waves threatened to destroy the boat, and the odds of survival were almost zero. As others witnessed Paul’s faith, they found courage and held onto whatever they could as the ship fell apart. In our generation, when lives seem to be crumbling, your trust in God can in...

I want to tell you today that in Christ, nothing is lost. He restores everything life and Hell have tried to take away from you. He formed you and knew you before you were conceived in your mother's womb.  God said through the prophet Jeremiah, I know my plans for you. These plans are for good, not evil, to bring you to a desired end. God knows what He can do in your life. He can place a song of j...

I refuse to live beneath God's inheritance for my life. I'm grateful that my name is written in the Book of Life and that Heaven is my home, but I desire more. I want my life to make a difference.  I want to see men, women, and children set free from captivity and brought into the land of God's promise through Jesus Christ. In the last days, God has promised to raise a standard to push back the pl...

Since my twenties, I believe there will be a great turning to God in a calamity, fear, and crisis season. The Lord spoke this to my heart, assuring me that countless people would turn to Him in such vast quantities that they couldn't even be counted.  My deepest desire is to see pastors alive and passionate in pulpits across the country, with every church becoming a burning bush that confronts us...

A man of God named Leonard Ravenhill once wisely said, “Instead of running all over the country, chasing after something happening somewhere else, we can simply go into our prayer closet and be in the presence of the same God.”  He reminded us that not everything we encounter is truly from God. It's crucial to maintain our first love and not rely on past successes alone without a living relationsh...

When you choose to stand with God, even in the face of difficulties, those around you will witness strength within you. They will see someone standing with you, even if you may not see Him.  People will wonder where your resilience comes from as you stand firm despite the threats that come against you. The oppressive systems and foolishness of this world will not prevail. Seek God's wisdom and gui...

Jeremiah chapter 18 and verse six says, “‘O house of Israel, can I not do with you as this potter?’ says the Lord. ‘Look, as the clay is in the potter’s hand, so are you in My hand, O house of Israel!’” Will you allow God to touch every area of your life? Will you allow Him to give you beauty for ashes? Will you allow the Lord to take those ruined parts of your life and bring His promises of new l...

In Nebuchadnezzar's time, a decree required bowing before a golden image representing his worldview. Those who refused faced the threat of being thrown into a fiery furnace.  This same spirit exists in our society today, pressuring people to conform and compromise or face the consequences. However, in Nebuchadnezzar’s time, three individuals stood firm, refusing to bow before this new image. They...