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Devotion on “Dealing With Down Days”, “Comfort and Hope”, Revelation 21:4. 2 pages. He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away (Revelation 21:4). Scripture can allow us to have good grief. Let Him be your strength when you have none. Good Grief by Mary J Smith, Golde...

Devotion on Christian Living, Galatians 6:8b. 2 pages. … the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life (Galatians 6:8b). In one of the many parables Jesus shared with His disciples, He used the example of a farmer to teach a lesson. We know that the task of the farmer is to go out and plant his seeds. Once in the ground, the seeds begin to grow and produce a crop for him to...

Devotion on Trust, for Young Women, Psalm 37:3–4. 1 page. Trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Delight yourself in the Lord and he will give you the desires of your heart (Psalm 37:3–4 NIV).  Uncertainty is a state that many young women find themselves in. Whether it is a result of schools, relationships, jobs, or concerns for the future, we all find ourselves u...

Devotion on “Dealing With Down Days” and Trust. Colossians 3:1-4. 2 pages. If then you have been raised with Christ, see the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is in your life appears, then you also will appea...

Devotion on Attitude, Christian Life, 1 Corinthians 1:26–29. 1 page. For consider your calling, brothers: not many of you were wise according to worldly standards, not many were powerful, not many were of noble birth. But God chose what is foolish in the world to shame the wise; God chose what is weak in the world to shame the strong; God chose what is low and despised in the world, even things th...

"God's Intentional Friendship" by Nancy Heredia, Pacific Southwest District We would love to hear YOUR stories! Please send them  to the Vice President of Gospel Outreach here. Thanks from the Gospel Outreach Committee!

Devotion on Perfectionism, God's Grace, 2 Corinthians 12:9. 1 page. “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Therefore I will boast all the more gladly of my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest upon me (2 Corinthians 12:9). "I think most women can say that we’ve struggled with perfectionism at one time or another." Download the printable PDF of this...

Devotion on Relationship with Others, Spiritual Gifts, Diversity, 1 Peter 4:10.  As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied grace … (1 Peter 4:10). Each time a new group of women gather together for Bible studies, meetings, or service projects, a unique tapestry is created. Every woman is created by God with unique gifts and talents, personality,...

The Storm by Mary J Smith, Goldendale, Washington Published by Lutheran Women’s Missionary League 2021  

I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well (2 Timothy 1:5).   Mom’s Purple Thumb by Diana Schnack, Grove City, Ohio Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League 2021

Devotion on Vocation, Ephesians 4:4–6.  There is one body and one Spirit — just as you were called  to the one hope that belongs to your call — one Lord, one faith, one baptism, one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all (Ephesians 4:4–6). The church loves to ask young people, “Where is God calling you?” This seemingly simple question of vocation can elicit a wide range...

Devotion on Witnessing, Galatians 6:9.  Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up (Galatians 6:9). Reflecting on the beauty of the harvest season, there is also the reminder that just as the days are growing shorter, so too is the time before the Lord of the harvest will return to gather to Him all of His believers. Download the print...

Devotion on Matthew 6:19–21 and verse 33. "Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal, but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also …. But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousn...

Devotion on Joyful, Service, Relationship with God, Psalm 100:2. 1 page. Serve the Lord with gladness! Come into his presence with singing (Psalm 100:2)!  This invitation from the psalmist is something that often gets forgotten in the rush of our daily lives. When this happens we let our human feelings of guilt, frustration, obligation, and weariness deprive ourselves of the gladness God wants us...

Devotion on Relationship with Others, Christian Living, Matthew 28:20.  "And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age" (Matthew 28:20). Connecting with people is important in today’s world. Jesus knew how to connect with people in His day, too. Download the printable PDF of this devotion: Important Connections Important Connections by Kris Osler, Andover, Kansas Copyright © Lutheran Wom...

Devotion on Comfort, Dealing with Down Days, Prayer, Philippians 4:4–7.  Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and y...

Devotion on Christian Living, Relationship with God, Christ the King, Matthew 11:28–30.  “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:28–30). “Multitasking” – this word seeks to capture the freneti...

Devotion on Christian Living, Psalm 25:4-5.   Show me your ways, O Lord, teach me your paths; guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long (Psalm 25:4, 5). Have you ever found yourself wandering through the aisles of a large bookstore? There are so many books from which to choose. … Fortunately, there is one resource we have we can count on. It...

Should I Stay or Should I Go? I can do all things through him who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). Should I Stay or Should I Go? by Mary J. Smith, Goldendale, Washington Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2021  Download the printable version HERE in the Faith Building Helps for Groups Planner, page 227-228.      

Devotion on Christian Living, Philippians 4:13. I can do all things through him who strengthens me (Philippians 4:13). I lay in bed, tossing and turning. I checked the weather report; it didn’t look good for driving. Deciding whether to proceed with daily plans can be daunting. Should I Stay or Should I Go? by Mary J. Smith, Goldendale, Washington Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary Leagu...

Devotion on Caregiving, Mark 8:25. 2 pages. Then Jesus laid his hands on his eyes again; and he opened his eyes, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly (Mark 8:25). Like the healed man who thought he saw walking trees, our vision can sometimes be distorted until we see through the eyes of Jesus. Walking Trees by Terri Bentley, Garden Valley, Idaho Published by the Lutheran Women’s M...

Devotion on Comfort and Hope, Christian Freedom, Romans 6:23, Genesis 2:17. 2  We yearn for freedom from the sinful nature, but there is no freedom without death. Only the death of Jesus Christ on the cross sets us free. Free to Live! by Rev. Dr. John Warther, Severn, Maryland Published by the Lutheran Women’s Missionary League, 2013 Download the printable PDF of this devotion HERE.

Devotion on Christian Living, Comparison, Proverbs 14:30.  A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot (Proverbs 14:30). I look in the mirror. My two-year-old is crying in the background because we ran out of his favorite cereal. I cannot remember the last time I took a shower, and I just realized that I am out of the main ingredient to make dinner tonight. Sound familia...

Devotion on Caregiving, Isaiah 41:10. 2 pages. fear not, for I am with you;     be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you,     I will uphold you with my righteous right hand (Isaiah 41:10). Providing care for a loved one, whether an infant, a child, a teenager, a spouse, a parent, a grandparent, or a sibling can be a challenge. Without encouragement, a caregiver ca...

This Praying the Psalms Prayer is based on Psalm 107. The prayer was adapted by Sheila Lutz, originally published in the Lutheran Woman's Quarterly, the official publication of Lutheran Women's Missionary League — LWML.