Devotionals on the Go

What race are you running to win?  We all run a race.  Do not run aimlessly in your Christian faith, but seek perseverance and learn to discipline your body, your schedule, your words and your actions so that you can run to receive the prize. Be sure to check out https://www.soulstrengthfit.com  

It’s one thing to simply believe in God, but another to be faithful to Him. When we are truly faithful to God, this shapes the way we live.  Think about the ways you show your faithfulness to God. Are there things that are getting in the way of your faithfulness? Be sure to check out https://www.soulstrengthfit.com  

I encourage you to ask this important question throughout your week: “ What is the loving thing to do? ” Should you respond irritably to your husband or not: “What is the loving thing to do?” Should you yell at your child or not: “What is the loving thing to do?”  Should you help a neighbor or relax with a TV show: “What is the loving thing to do?” So many problems you face can be solved by asking...

This week, be sure to fill your tank.  Take care of your physical and emotional needs, and be sure to manage your time in a way that will allow margin.  Then as you move through your day, prayerfully seek out each and every opportunity to demonstrate kindness to the people around you. Be sure to check out https://www.soulstrengthfit.com  

Gentleness is often the disrespected, forgotten fruit of the Spirit. Gentleness is turning the reins of anger and irritation over to the Holy Spirit. Growing in gentleness is a process.  To grow in gentleness, we must see people with Jesus' eyes and strive to become more like Jesus each day. Be sure to check out https://www.soulstrengthfit.com and use code at check out to get a 20% discount!

In today’s passage, we are told to be strong in the Lord and put on His full armor to be able to stand against the devil’s schemes.  Any area of your life that is not under the control of the Holy Spirit is open to the enemy.  He will attack your faith with fear and worry. He loves to intimidate and discourage. He is going to tempt you to compromise. He plays on your emotions. He wants to replay y...

We can experience joy even if we’re not feeling happy.  Philippians 4:4 tells Christ-followers to “ rejoice in the Lord always ”.  Do people see you as a rejoicer? Do they see that you’re always praising the Lord?  Today we will focus on three steps you can take this week as you focus on growing in the fruit of joy. Be sure to check out SoulStrength Fit for more great faith and fitness content and...

Many are familiar with the Hebrew word shalom. Shalom means “peace” in English, but in Hebrew it means so much more.  True biblical shalom means an inward sense of completeness or wholeness.  Although it can refer to an absence of war or conflict, it most often refers to an inner completeness, tranquility, and the idea of making something whole.  This wholeness refers to an overall sense of fullne...

This pairs with week 1, workout 1 in the SoulStrength Fit SUmmer Shape Up program at www.soulstrengthfit.com . Satan has come to steal and destroy, and if he can steal from you the ability to love others and yourself as fully as possible by feeding your negative thoughts, you had better believe that he will.  Don’t let that happen.  Carry the word LOVE with you all day today.  Repeat it again and...

What is the one thing ultimately required of you if you are serious about continuing to grow as a disciple of Christ? 1 Corinthians 13:1-7 For more great faith based content, visit: http://www.soulstrengthfit.com

Ephesians 6:10-20 Paul sets a scene for us in which we are fighting a war, but our war is not against other people or enemies of this world.  Our war is against the evil one.  Think for a moment about what things keep you from consistently putting on the full armor of God.  Think about each piece of armor.  When do you find you are the least likely to put on each?   Eight Week Challenge, Week 8, D...

What does it mean to run the race with perseverance?  What do you need to do, and how must you prepare, in order to run the race Jesus has marked out for you?  Hebrews 12:1-3 Eight Week Challenge, Week 8, Episode 4 www.soulstrengthfit.com

Matthew 14:22-33 Jesus invited Peter to get out of the boat and walk to Him.  He asked Peter to do something he couldn’t do on his own; to do something he couldn’t do without God’s power and presence.  In what areas of your life might God be asking you to “get out of the boat”?   Eight Week Challenge, Week 8, Episode 3 www.soulstrengthfit.com

Be sure to check out SoulStrengthfit.com to get the whole faith based fitness program! Paul describes a pretty grim picture of his life in these verses.  He feels hard-pressed, persecuted, and struck down.  Yet there is a hopeful note throughout these  verses.   How would you put into your own words the essence of that positive, hopeful note?  To what extent is a similar hope present in you? What...

Philippians 4:10-20 To what extent do you feel content, regardless of the circumstances?  What are things in your life that leave you feeling discontent ?  Remember: we can’t be content when we allow our minds to be filled with negative thoughts. Eight Week Challenge, Week 8, Day 1 Www.soulstrengthfit.com

Philippians 2:5-11 We are told that In our relationships with one another, we are to have the same mindset as Christ Jesus.  What is the mindset of Christ? Does it feel possible to you to maintain that mindset?  Eight Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 6 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Genesis 24:1-15 Being honest, how confident are you that God hears your prayers?  Do you think you would pray more if you had greater confidence and faith that God hears your prayers? Eight Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 5 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

John 15:18-27 He has chosen you to be his disciple.  He has chosen you to be a light to others.  He has chosen you to be a blessing to those around you.  What has Christ chosen you to do? Eight Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 4 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

John 6:1-13 Is it possible that some of your anxiety stems from your need for control.  What does it mean for you to “let go and let God?”  8 Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 3 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Exodus 13:17-22 God has not abandoned you.  God has not forgotten you.  It may not seem like the quickest or the easiest way, but God has a plan.  He is far less concerned with how you will get there or how long it will take as He is with WHO YOU WILL BE WHEN YOU GET THERE. Eight Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 2 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Philippians 4:4-9 What causes you the greatest amount of anxiety currently?  Can you bring these anxieties before God and allow his peace and strength to surround you? Eight Week Challenge, Week 7, Day 1 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Mark 16:15-20 Just before returning to the Father, Jesus tells  his disciples to go  into all  the world and preach the  gospel  to all creation.  In what ways is Jesus calling you?  To whom is He calling you to share his love?  Where might  He be calling you to go or what might He be calling you to do?  Eight Week Challenge, Week 6, Day 6 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Colossians 3:1-17 When people see you, do they see Jesus?  What characteristics of Christ do you demonstrate to others?  What Christ-like characteristics might God want you to demonstrate more often?  Eight Week Challenge, Week 6, Day 5 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

Psalm 13 Have you ever felt forgotten by God?  Have you ever wondered why He  isn’t answering your prayers, or whether He is listening?  Can you tell Him about your doubts, your sorrows, your  hurts? Eight Week Challenge, Week 6, Day 4 https://www.soulstrengthfit.com/

1 Corinthians 13:1-10 We are called as Christians to cultivate the fruit of patience, kindness, and goodness.  Do you find this easy to do?  Are their particular people or situations that try your patience or kindness more than others? God has shown you tremendous kindness and goodness.  He wants you to go and show the same kindness and goodness to others. 8 Week Challenge, Week 6, Day 3 https://w...