Kate’s Devotional Podcast

Philippians 4:6-8 gives us 3 ways to calm our anxiety. Today's episode helps us focus on the right things. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

Are you unsure about doing something God has called you to do? Moses wasn't so sure about God's assignment for him. In today's episode, we talk about 4 things the Bible promises us when we obey God's calling. For more 5-minute podcasts or 1-minute written devotionals, see https://KateDreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce...

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

How do you handle the storms of life? God is our protector and shield. We can trust in Him. Psalm 91 and Psalm 46:1-2 tell us He will take care of us. For more of my written 1-minute devotions or 4-minute podcasts, see https://katedreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

Many Christians don’t study the Bible because they think it’s too hard to understand.  God wants us to understand and He will help us.  For the free Bible resources I mentioned in the podcast, here are the links: E-SWORD , Bible Gateway , Bible Hub .  For more of my 1-minute written devotionals or 5-minute podcasts, https://katedreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to di...

God knows our unspoken requests. He knows what we need before we even approach Him. See Psalms 139:1-4 You can find all of my 1-minute written devotionals or 5-minute podcasts at @ KateDreston. Substack.com . This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

Can we trust our emotions? Our feelings can be all over the place. Christians need always to align their feelings with the truth from the Bible. For more 1-minute written devotionals or 5-minute devotional podcasts, go to https://KateDreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.co...

In the Bible Joseph had to spend 13 years in God’s waiting room. He was sentenced for a crime he didn’t commit. If you are in God’s waiting room hoping to receive an answer soon, there are 4 things you can do in the meantime. For more podcasts or 1-minute written devotionals, check out @ KateDreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or...

In our relationship with God, we need to be in tune with our Savior. It takes effort on our part. Here are 3 ways to stay in tune:  Examine Your Heart – 1 John 1:9,  Make God a Priority – Matthew 6:33,  Study the Bible – Joshua 1:8, 1 Corinthians 2:14-16.  If you want to catch more of my 1-minute written devotionals or more of my 5-minute podcasts, check me out at Kate’s Mini Devotionals | Kate Dr...

3 Steps to Lifting the Weight of Our Burdens When I have a burden, I remember the acronym of ASH: A-Accept the situation. God has allowed this burden for a reason. S-Surrender the burden to God. We must come to God and lay it as His feet. Matthew 11:28-30 H-Have faith that He will lighten the load. Even a strong faith doesn’t guarantee God will take away the burden but He will sustain us. Psalm 34...

Just as a caterpillar transforms into a beautiful butterfly, we are transformed into a new creature when we are saved. Four ways God’s love changes us:  1 - God’s love compels us to love each other. (John 13:34)   2 - God’s love allows us to forgive each other. (Matthew 18:21-22)   3 - God’s love makes us want to share the gospel with others. (Acts 1:8)    4 - God’s love provides peace for our sou...

We, as Christians, want to do the right thing but our good intentions can fall apart. We are always going to be struggling with sin. The apostle Paul talks about this in Romans 7. God will help us. When we fail, we have to get up again and keep going. For more podcasts or 1-minute devotionals: @KateDreston. Substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscri...

This world is constantly changing. It can feel like we can't count on anything. It feels like we never know what to expect. God never changes! We can always know what to expect from Him. Just a few things we can count on about God: 1 – He is All-Powerful 2 – He is Just 3 – He is Holy 4 – He is Righteous Bible Verses included in the podcast: Malachi 3:6, Job 42:1-2, Deuteronomy 32:4, 1 Samuel 2:2,...

Satan routinely tells us lies to throw Christians off their games. Three common lies are 1) “Maybe you’re not even saved.”  2) “God doesn’t love you because you are unlovable.”  3) “You are a failure. You claim to be a Christian, but you mess up all the time.”  Christians need to look to Scripture to combat the lies.  Scripture is our foundation of truth.  For more 5-minute podcasts or 1-minute wr...

Here are 3 biblical things you can do when you’re sad: 1. Draw near to God. (Psalm 34:18)2. Focus on God's goodness. (Psalm 42:11)3. Let God comfort you. (2 Corinthians 1:3-4) Other verses: Psalm 23, 1 Peter 4:7, Psalm 30:5 Find more 1-minute devotionals and other 5-minute podcasts at Kate’s Mini Devotionals | Kate Dreston | Substack This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with...

There are many ways to leave a legacy that has nothing to do with money. Here are some we covered today:· Teaching and demonstrating what is required to live a godly life · Passing on the family traditions and stories ·  Having conversations about what is important in life and the consequences of chasing after the wrong things · Spending quality time to impart valuable life lessons · Mentoring som...

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com

Making Your Life Count for Heavenly Rewards All of a Christian's works will be judged. (1 Corinthians 3:10-14) They will be rewarded if they stand the test of fire. Only gold and silver (works done for eternal value) will withstand the fire. Wood and straw (works done for earthly value) will burn. Our days are numbered, consider what work you want to spend your precious time doing in 2024. Check o...

3 Biblical Truths to cling to when life feels lousy. 1) God restores our brokenness. Psalm 23:3  2) Our lives are temporary. John 16:33  3) God is working in our lives. Philippians 1:6  *When your life gets hard, hang on to God with all your might. Hold tight to His promise in Psalm 55:22, “Cast your burden on the Lord, And He shall sustain you; He shall never permit the righteous to be moved.”  F...

4 Strategies for Surviving the Holidays: 1 - Don’t put so much pressure on yourself to feel all warm and fuzzy. 2 - Don’t lose sight of the bigger picture. 3 - Embrace the imperfect. 4 - Make the holiday about others instead of yourself. For more 1-minute written devotionals or other 4-minute podcasts, see https://katedreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this...

If you're like me, sometimes you don't always feel the good vibes when the holidays are here. Christians still have a grateful heart even if they don't always "feel" thankful for what's going on in their lives. For more verses on the subject, see Psalm 100:4, Philippians 4:6, Psalm 106:1. For more free 4-minute podcasts or read my 1-minute devotionals, see https://katedreston.substack.com This is...

What to Do When You Are Overwhelmed 3 action steps to take when stress and anxiety take over. 1) Seek the Lord, 2) Pray, 3) Remember what God has done for you in the past. For more verses on this subject, see Psalm 62:1-3 , Psalm 143:4-6 , Psalm 78:7-8 For more 4-minute podcasts or 1-minute devotionals, see katedreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with o...

Most of us would admit to our minds wandering during a sermon every now and then. We can do 3 things to help us get more out of the sermon: 1) Have the right mindset, 2) Take notes, 3) Be a good listener. For verses on this subject, see 1 Corinthians 2:12 , James 1:22-25 , Hebrews 3:7-8 For more 1-minute devotionals or 4-minute podcasts, see KateDreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If yo...

What if We Didn’t Always Pray for our Problems to Go Away? What if we actually asked the Lord to help us get through the problem instead? If we never went through hard times, would we grow in our faith? KateDreston.substack.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit katedreston.substack.com