The Daily Word

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 18, focusing on the story of Apollos and the role Aquila and Priscilla played in his growth. Though Apollos was gifted, passionate, and knowledgeable, he still had room to grow—and his willingness to receive correction allowed him to become an even greater help to the church. This episode challenges listeners to cultivate humil...

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from Acts 17, focusing on the Berean believers who were described as noble-minded because they eagerly received the message and examined the Scriptures daily to see if what they heard was true. This episode encourages listeners to be grounded in God’s Word, especially in a time when many voices and teachings compete for our attention. We’re...

In today’s episode, Pastor Jenny Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 16, reflecting on Paul and Silas in prison and the life-changing moment that followed for the Philippian jailer and his household. Even in hardship, their worship and obedience created space for God to move powerfully. This episode highlights the importance of responding to Jesus with clear steps of obedience—especially baptism—a...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 15, focusing on a pivotal moment in the early church when important decisions were made with both prayer and wise counsel. As the leaders concluded, “It seemed good to the Holy Spirit and to us,” we’re reminded that God calls us to make decisions not in isolation, but in partnership with the Holy Spirit and godly community. Thi...

In today’s episode, Pastor Gil Dirmann shares a powerful devotion from Acts 14, reflecting on the moment when Paul was violently stoned, left for dead, and yet rose up to continue the work God had called him to do. This passage reminds us that setbacks, persecution, and suffering do not disqualify us or signal God’s absence. Instead, they become opportunities for God’s power to restore, strengthen...

In today’s episode, Pastor Robert Rosales shares a devotion from Acts 13, highlighting how prayer and fasting positioned the early church to hear clearly from the Holy Spirit. As the believers ministered to the Lord and fasted, the Spirit spoke with direction and purpose, setting apart Barnabas and Saul for the work God had prepared for them. This episode encourages listeners to see fasting not as...

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from Acts 12, drawing attention to a lesser-discussed portion of the chapter and why it matters in the larger story God is telling. This episode reminds us that every detail in Scripture is intentional and that what God is doing in our individual lives is often connected to something much bigger than we can see. Listeners are encouraged to d...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 11, reflecting on the moment when believers were first called “Christians” in Antioch. This wasn’t a casual label, but a description given by outsiders who observed lives that truly reflected Jesus. This episode challenges listeners to move beyond a generic identification with Christianity and embrace the daily calling to be ge...

In today’s episode, Pastor Jenny Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 10, highlighting the powerful story of Peter and Cornelius and how God spoke to each of them in distinct but connected ways. This passage reminds us that God often speaks to us in part and uses community to bring clarity and direction. As Peter and Cornelius responded in obedience and discerned God’s voice together, we’re encoura...

In today’s episode, Pastor Gil Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 9, reflecting on the early days of Paul’s faith journey after his dramatic encounter with Jesus. Rather than stepping immediately into prominence, Paul entered a long season of preparation, growth, and testing. This episode reminds us that God’s plans often unfold more slowly and differently than we expect, but His timing is always...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 8, focusing on the moment when new believers in Samaria received the Holy Spirit through prayer and the laying on of hands. This passage reminds us that it’s possible to follow Jesus and still need the empowering work of the Holy Spirit in our lives. This episode encourages listeners to recognize their daily need for the Holy S...

In today’s episode, Pastor Robert Rosales shares a devotion from Acts 7, reflecting on the story of Joseph and the powerful reminder that God was with him—even in betrayal, hardship, and imprisonment. This episode encourages listeners to stay aware of God’s presence, trusting that when God is with us, He is working on our behalf. No matter the circumstances, God brings wisdom, favor, rescue, and p...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 6, highlighting how the early church responded to growth by empowering others to serve. As responsibilities were shared and everyone stepped into their God-given role, the Word of God continued to spread and the church multiplied. This episode reminds us that the church functions best when every person plays their part—serving...

In today’s episode, Pastor Gil Dirmann shares a challenging devotion from Acts 5, reflecting on the apostles’ response after being beaten and threatened for preaching the name of Jesus. Rather than retreating in fear, they rejoiced that they were counted worthy to suffer for Him. This episode invites listeners to reconsider how we view opposition and persecution, reminding us that standing firm in...

In today’s episode, Pastor Jenny Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 4, highlighting how the early church responded to opposition—not with fear or division, but with unity and prayer. As the believers came together and cried out to God for boldness, the Holy Spirit filled them again and empowered them to speak God’s Word with confidence. This episode reminds us that spiritual unity invites God’s p...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 3, focusing on the miraculous healing of the lame man at the temple gate. As Peter boldly declares that healing came through faith in the name of Jesus, we’re reminded that true strength, restoration, and wholeness are found in Him alone. This episode encourages listeners to place their confidence not in human solutions, but in...

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from Acts 2, focusing on the moment when people from many nations heard the wonders of God declared in their own languages. This episode reminds us that what God does in our lives is never just for us—it’s meant to reach others. As the Holy Spirit works in and through us, God strategically places people around our lives so His work can overf...

In today’s episode, Pastor Jenny Dirmann shares a devotion from Acts 1, focusing on Jesus’ promise of power through the Holy Spirit. As Jesus instructs the disciples to wait, we’re reminded that God never calls us to fulfill His mission in our own strength. This episode highlights the importance of daily dependence on the Holy Spirit—receiving fresh empowerment so we can live boldly, serve faithfu...

In today’s episode, Pastor Robert Rosales shares a devotion from Luke 24, reflecting on the moment the disciples recognized Jesus as He broke bread with them. This episode reminds us that truly seeing and knowing Jesus goes beyond information—it flows from relationship. As Scripture and time with Jesus come together, our eyes are opened to recognize Him more clearly. Listeners are encouraged to pr...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Luke 23, reflecting on the moment when the thief on the cross turns to Jesus and asks to be remembered. This powerful passage reminds us that salvation is not earned through good works, but received through humble surrender and faith in Jesus alone. As we’re reminded of the finished work of Christ, this episode invites listeners to...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Luke 22, drawing from Jesus’ time of prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. As Jesus faces intense temptation and suffering, we see the power of prayer to bring strength, clarity, and endurance in moments of weakness. This episode reminds us that prayer is not only a response in temptation, but a daily, preemptive practice that prepare...

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from Luke 21, where Jesus urges His followers to remain alert, prayerful, and spiritually awake. Rather than living weighed down by distractions, fear, or the anxieties of life, this episode calls listeners to honestly examine their hearts and live with eternity in view. It’s an invitation to walk closely with Jesus each day, relying on His...

In today’s episode, Pastor Brandon Dirmann shares a devotion from Luke 20, focusing on Jesus’ statement to “give to God what belongs to God.” This episode challenges listeners to recognize that every part of our lives—our time, resources, relationships, and future—ultimately belongs to Him. As we surrender our whole lives to God, we’re invited to live with purpose, honor Him in every area, and tru...

In today’s episode, Pastor Cory Barnes shares a devotion from Luke 19, reflecting on the story of Zacchaeus and his desire to see Jesus. This episode highlights the power of humility and the promise that when we draw near to God, He draws near to us. As Zacchaeus steps past pride and reputation to pursue Jesus, we’re encouraged to consider how we can intentionally draw closer to the Lord, trusting...

In today’s episode, Pastor Jenny Dirmann shares a devotion from Luke 18, focusing on the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector. This episode reminds us that righteousness is not earned through religious effort, but received through humility and grace. As we fix our eyes on God rather than ourselves, we’re invited into deeper intimacy with Him, trusting that as we humble ourselves before th...