The Morning Focus Daily Devotional with Rick and McKenna

Have you given up on the possibility that God has called you? Sure, He's called the people around you, but maybe the trajectory of your life would suggest that there's nothing "usable". The enemy is crafty, but he is a liar. Your struggles and weakness have not disqualified you. In fact God is notorious for using people just like you. Curious about how? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of...

Have you ever asked God, "What do you want me to do with my life?" So many of us ask this question, and it is a good one! But often the enemy will jump in and try to answer for God: "God doesn't have a plan for you. You're too broken for Him to use you." Thankfully, the Bible says otherwise- and clearly too! If this is a question you wrestle with, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The M...

It's a lie. That nagging feeling deep in your gut that you don't matter. The voice egging on this idea that you have no purpose. They're lying to you. If you're struggling to believe that God has a calling for you, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. Therefore, holy brothers and sisters,  who share in the heavenly calling , f ix your thoughts on Jesus,  whom we acknowle...

If you stood before a judge who knew every thought you've ever had and every thing yo've done in secret, would you start to sweat? Would you start begging and explaining trying to talk your way out of it, or would you stand silent unable to speak? I am so glad that I have an advocate who knows what it's like to be human AND is fully righteous. Do you have this hope? If not, text the word HOPE to 4...

What's the "What if" that's been racking your brain lately? Worry can be a monster! It's totally natural that we would be concerned about the twists and turns of life, we have little to no control! But that doesn't mean fear has to run rampant in our lives. If you're looking for a place to rest and find peace, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. "Blessed is the man who...

What are the thoughts that rip through your mind and steal your joy? Sound anything like these? "But how could God forgive someone like me?"  "God is surely going to give up on me any day now."  "He just be so disappointed in me."  You can know the truth and still struggle to believe it. If that's you today, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. For he has rescued us from...

To have a close and personal relationship with the God who spoke literally everything into existence is paradoxical, and can be very confusing. Have you ever thought, "I know God can, but will He"? If you're finding yourself in this confusing place, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. "Who has known the mind of the Lord?   Or who has been his counselor?"   "Who has ever...

Have you ever been told to "Just take a chill pill!" Isn't it interesting how someone telling you that has the exact opposite effect? The things you are worried about and thinking through and trying to juggle are legitimate. If you're feeling the tension of wanting to rest but not knowing how to, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. And he said, "My presence will go with...

Have you ever acted in a play or musical before? Even if you haven't, you probably understand the importance of each member of the cast and crew. If any one person isn't able to play their role, the whole show will be impacted. You have that same kind of impact on God's kingdom. Find that hard to believe? Join McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. You also, like living stones, are bein...

Do you have your guard up? When it comes to going to God, do you feel that you can be weak and broken before Him, or does that feel scary? Join McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. "Can a woman forget her nursing child, or lack compassion for the child of her womb? Even if these forget, yet I will not forget you. Look, I have inscribed you on the palms of My hands."   Isaiah 49:15  

Have you ever been in the car with a driver you don't trust? That is so scary! Every turn and stop has you tensing up and nervous. Do you trust God as the "driver" of your life? The enemy would love to convince you that He is a careless driver who finds your life expendable. I'm so glad that's not the truth. Join McKenna for today's episode of the Morning Focus. And we know that in all things God...

What does the voice in your head sound like? Is it encouraging and uplifting? Or maybe it's more discouraging. Maybe it's more a source of hurt than joy. It's easy to beat ourselves up when we've made mistakes, but what if we don't have to? What if that's not how God sees the situation? Join McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; his mercies...

What does a relationship with Jesus look like to you? Does sitting with God come easily to you or do you feel more comfortable working for Him and doing all the right things? Join McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus as she digs into what it looks like to be changed by a relationship with the Father. See what kind of love the Father has given to us, that we should be called children of...

With the Olympics coming up, we get a special showing of top-level athletes demonstrating their incredible skills. As we watch them compete and perform there is no wonder why they are medal-worthy. Do you feel that same confidence over God's favor for you, or do you feel like His blessings are reserved for more "medal-worthy" Christians? Join Rick & McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus...

Our hope every morning with The Morning Focus is to encourage you, but especially so today. It can be so exhausting when you do any kind of work consistently that is unseen and unappreciated. Do you feel tired and unseen? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and...

What do you do when your head gets loud? When your thoughts start feeling more and more like those flaming arrows from the enemy, what do you do? This morning, Rick and McKenna talk about the weapon of worship we wield and how God's kinds can inspire our worship! Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of the Morning Focus. Sing to God a brand-new song. He's made a world of wonders!   Psalm 98:1...

A temporary refuge is better than none, but a permanent refuge is best. We all run to things that make us feel safe; like we can finally take a breath. But how many times have you been hurt by that false shelter falling apart? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus as they'll be talking about God's offer to be a permanent refuge. My victory and honor come from God alone. He...

Does God feel like an impossible mystery to you? The truth is, He is too great for us to fully comprehend, but He is not unknowable. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus as they dig into what happens when we draw near to God. Then the LORD said, "Shall I hide from Abraham what I am about to do? Abraham will surely become a great and powerful nation, and all nations on ear...

What are some of the goals that you have for your life? Having goals is super important, but sometimes we get caught in the trap of focusing so hard on where we want to be that we forget we get there by investing in ourselves and where we are now. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus, they're diving into how God helpls us to grow before we can go.

How does being busy affect your mood? If you're anything like Esau maybe being overworked and overwhelmed leaves you worn out and vulnerable. Sound familiar? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. "Look, I am about to die," Esau said. "What good is the birthright to me?"   But Jacob said, "Swear to me first." So he swore an oath to him, selling his birthright to Jacob.   G...

Has your GPS ever led you wrong? I tend to trust mine to know the way better than I do, but there have been times when it's guidance has been a little uninformed. This morning if you are wondering how well informed God's guidance for your life is, join Rick and McKenna for The Morning Focus as they look back to the Bible for the Truth. When Pharaoh let the people go, God did not lead them on the r...

Does unity feel like too lofty of a goal? And what does being of one mind even mean? Is that even possible these days, between social media and the abundance of division around us? If you're asking these questions too, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. Finally, brothers and sisters, rejoice! Strive for full restoration, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in p...

"Where is God in this?" Have you ever asked yourself this?  "My marriage is failing...where is God?" "My child has abandoned their faith...where is God?" "A tragedy just happened...where is God?" If this is the question racking your brain this morning, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus, as they turn to the Bible for the answer. In his defense Jesus said to them, "My Fa...

One of our aims is to meet you in the middle of your real life. Real life looks messy and complicated. If you have been battling temptation long enough that you've lost any belief that your fight is ever going to be a winning battle, then I am so glad you are here today. Join me for today's episode of The Morning Focus and we jump into the power God says we have.

In order to have a fulfilling life, what do you need? Money, a nice car, and good friends? These are all amazing blessings! But when you are in your hardest moments, what do you need the most? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus, they're checking out what the Bible has to say about this. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have l...