Kerusso Daily Devotional

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the practical benefits of practicing gratitude in our lives. Ephesians 1:16 says, “I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.” There are physical and emotional benefits associated with having a grateful attitude. Appreciating the blessings of life can bring your emotional and physical health into balance....

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about examples from our own lives that model a life of gratitude. Colossians 3:15 says, “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.” Some of the most dramatic stories of healing come when a person changes course mentally and chooses to let everyone know how he or she is b...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the apostle Paul’s life lesson in which he reminds us that a grateful heart is a choice, no matter what we’re going through. Philippians 4:12-13 says, “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the dozens of passages in Scripture that speak to the benefit of a grateful heart. 2 Kings 4:37 says, “She fell at his feet and bowed before him, overwhelmed with gratitude. Then she took her son in her arms and carried him downstairs.” The Bible speaks of different kinds of gratitude, from thankfulness for God’s blessings, to appre...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about unburdening our minds and hearts over the issue of forgiveness. Matthew 5:23-24 says, “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.” When we...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the practical, beneficial outcomes from a spirit of forgiveness. Matthew 18:21-22 says, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times." Scores of studies tell us that if we hold onto bitterness an...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about unloading the burden of guilt we feel for hurting someone. Luke 6:37 says, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” There is no favoritism in the Kingdom of God, and our ownership of past hurts aimed at a friend or family member poison relationships...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the importance of choosing to forgive a wrong done to us. Mark 11:25 says, “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” By changing our focus from bitterness at an enemy, to a conscious decision to forgive, we begin the process of healing. Th...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about what the Bible has to save about forgiveness. Matthew 5:43-45 says, “You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven.” Although it can be difficult and painful, God has...

The Kingdom of God is simply the worldwide community of believers throughout history, looking forward to an eternity in which God will make everything new. Revelation 21:23 says, “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp.” When we take part in fulfilling the Great Commission by sharing our faith, we help add to that gr...

Many Christians are unsure of how to engage others in conversations about Jesus. This is a problem that can be overcome! Matthew 16:24 says, “Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.’” God made many different personality types, and each of us can find the right template for sharing the Gospel with unbelievers.

Today’s technology and ease of communication globally makes it possible for us to share the Gospel with anyone, anywhere. Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” There are now 2.2 billion Christians in the world, but the overall population is 7.6 billion! There is much work to do.

In the New Testament, we learn our most important task from Jesus, which is sharing the Good News of what He’s done for us. Matthew 28:19 says, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” We get to participate in God’s great plan for the world when we share the Gospel and in turn make more disciples for Jesus. Like today’s...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about knowing who Jesus Christ is from Scripture. John 1:29 says, “The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” There are many descriptions of Jesus in the world, and many different views, but the most important is that He came to Earth to pay God’s penalty for...

The Kingdom of God is simply the worldwide community of believers throughout history, looking forward to an eternity in which God will make everything new. Revelation 21:23 says, “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp.” When we take part in fulfilling the Great Commission by sharing our faith, we help add to that gr...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the various stumbling blocks people have to accepting Jesus Christ. John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” From various philosophies and theories, to internal struggles with sin, people stumble over obstacles that keep them...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about what the faith is in the context of the Gospel. Luke 9:23—"And he said to all, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross daily and follow me.” In an increasingly post-Christian culture, many people simply do not understand what the Christian faith actually is. It is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about how common doubt is; most of us have these thoughts at some point. Mark 9:24 says, "Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, 'I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!'" As with other issues, sometimes we feel like we’re the only one dealing with a particular thing. But, if we’re human, we’ve probably struggled...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about how healthy it is to talk about doubts. Hebrews 11:1 says, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” It is vital that believers and unbelievers alike have a place that they can talk about their fears and concerns about spiritual life. Talking openly is the first step.

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the opportunities we all have to draw people to Jesus Christ. Matthew 4:19 says, “And [Jesus] said unto them, ‘Follow Me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” An outcome of being a Christian is sharing faith with others and seeing them come to Christ. Like today’s message? We love it so much, we made a T-shirt! You can get it here...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about learning who our Rescuer is when life threatens to swamp us. Matthew 14:29 says, “’Come,’ he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.” In one of those perfect metaphors the Bible is known for, we know that God rescues us from troubles that flood in; Jesus pulled Peter from the waves when...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about laying down our conventional weapons in order to pick up the spiritual weapons God has provided for us. 2 Corinthians 10:4 states, "For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal, but mighty through God to the pulling down of strong holds." The battles we face daily can only be won by relying on God through prayer, and beli...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the majesty of God reveals His existence to us in marvelous ways. Amos 4:13 says, “He who forms the mountains, who creates the wind, and who reveals his thoughts to mankind, who turns dawn to darkness, and treads on the heights of the earth—the LORD God Almighty is his name.” From the mountaintop to the valley, the Creator has provi...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about humbling ourselves before the Lord. Philippians 2:9 says, “That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth…” It goes against our nature to bow to anyone; we don’t like someone being superior to us. A submissive stance is not the first thing most people practice. Yet when we acknowledge Jes...

On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the freedom that comes from being forgiven in Christ. 1 John 1:9 says, “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.” Whether we admit it or not, all of us have a deep need to be forgiven when we wrong someone. Jesus shows us how to do this by laying down our pr...