The Morning Focus Daily Devotional with Rick and McKenna

Sometimes the biggest obstacle to prayer isn't doubt in God's power—it's doubt in ourselves. In this episode, we share how God's grace breaks through our feelings of unworthiness and invites us to ask freely, no matter where we've been or what we've done. Join Rick & McKenna for this episode of The Morning Focus. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for the one who doubts is like a wave of...

Sometimes we don't even realize how hard we're striving, until we finally rest.   Rick shares a story from a recent eye doctor visit that turned into a reminder about what it means to truly rest in God. When you stop pushing to make everything clear on your own, that's when you see how much He's been holding together for you all along.   Join Rick & McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focu...

You've probably been taught at some point in your life the importance of being thankful, but maybe when you look at your life there's some things that you simply can't think of a reason to be grateful for. If that's you today, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. Give thanks in all circumstances;   for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus.   1 Thessalonians 5:18  ...

Having a favorite food, color, and animal is great for icebreakers, but God has set the standard that when it comes to loving others, there is no picking favorites. Join Rick  andf McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. For God does not show favoritism.   Romans 2:11    Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

Just because you know it's true, doesn't mean it's always easy to believe. If verses like Philippians 4:19 feel like promises you wish you could trust, but don't know how to, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  And my God will meet all your needs   according to the riches of his glory   in Christ Jesus.   Philippians 4:19   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your su...

You can't learn a dance by watching it once. You've got to study it, practice it, and keep coming back until it feels natural. The same is true for following Jesus. The more time we spend with Him, the more naturally His love shows up in the way we live. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focus.   By this everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you love one another....

What do you do when you give it to God, but then find yourself picking right back up again? Is there something wrong with your faith? Or does God not care since He didn't take the issue away? If you've got questions like these, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.   1 Peter 5:7   Faith Podcasts are   made p...

No one wants to be a bother, or an annoyance. But what do you do when you feel like an annoyance to God? For many, they stop praying. But God is not annoyed with you or your prayers. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  Because he bends down to listen,        I will pray as long as I have breath!   Psalm 116:2   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You ca...

Ever wonder what God actually wants from you? Does he want grand sacrifices or big shows of your dedication? Or maybe the starting point is much simpler than that. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. To do what is right and just        is more acceptable to the   Lord   than sacrifice.   Proverbs 21:3   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click h...

Trust is hard, and it only gets harder when life goes awry. But God hasn't lost control, and He hasn't forgotten about you. If that's a reminder you're needing today, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. "Those who know your name trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you."   Psalm 9:10   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You ca...

Life is a lot like hiking. There is beauty above us, but we often miss it because we're so b usy with our eyes on the ground, trying to avoid tripping over roots and rocks. If you feel like you've been walking through life with your head down, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus. But our citizenship   is in heaven.   And we eagerly await a Savior from there, the Lord Jes...

Putting on a brave face works for some situations, but not with God. If you've been trying to keep it together lately when it comes to how you feel about your lfie and what God is doing, it's time o be honest with Him and yourself. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him   must believe that h...

How do you expect God to respond when you fall short? Shame gets loud, and tells us that we can't trust God with our struggles, but when we look in the Bible, we find the truth of the matter. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.   Matthew 11:28     Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support...

Ever seen a plant that seemed like a lost cause, and think, "Hey, that's me." Turns out your irony might me more insightful than you think. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God.   Psalm 42:1   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

Have you ever wondered if God is finished with you? If you best days are behind you? The good news is that the Bible has a clear answer to those questions, and a response to the lies. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.  I will praise the   Lord   as long as I live. I will sing praises to my God with my dying breath.   Psalm 146:2   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by...

Ever feel like people only see you for your mistakes, your past, or what you've been through? You're not alone. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of   The Morning Focus .  He said to her,   "Daughter, your faith has healed you.   Go in peace   and be freed from your suffering."   Mark 5:34   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

Maybe you've tried to push it down or pray it away, but it always seems to find its way back. Fear. It's just one of those things that both paralyzes and makes your heart race, and it can feel like you have no control over it at all. Meredith Foster, host of The Unfolding Podcast , understands that struggle. It started in the middle of sleepless nights as a new mom, when she began to see how hard...

It's okay to admit it. We've all done it: settled for a quick fix when something really needed more than a patch job. But what about when it comes to our own lives? No amount of effort or good behavior can fix what's truly broken inside us. The good news is, Jesus can. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focus.   If you declare   with your mouth, "Jesus is Lord,"   and believ...

We all like to feel in control. But the truth is, control is an illusion, and carrying that weight can get exhausting. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of The Morning Focus.   I   know that you can do anything   and no plan of yours can be thwarted.   Job 42:2   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

We all love that feeling of earning something we truly deserve, it's satisfying. But when it comes to our own brokenness, what we actually deserve isn't something we'd want. For the good news, join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focus.   I called on your name,   Lord,   from the depths   of the pit. You heard my plea:   "Do not close your ears    to my cry for relief." You ca...

Ever feel like you're running out of strength? Like you're surrounded by darkness and just trying to hold it all together? Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focus.   My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength   of my heart, my portion forever.   Psalm 73:26    Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

Don't worry. You're not the only one who is barely into the day and already feeling behind. Peace can feel impossible to find. Join Rick and McKenna for today's episode of  The Morning Focus.   You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!   Isaiah 26:3   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

The LORD is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed .   Psalm 34:18   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.  

Blessed are the meek,  for they will inherit the earth.   Matthew 5:5   Faith Podcasts are   made possible by your support. You can click here to give.    

And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, "The  Lord , the  Lord , the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness,   7  maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin.   Exodus 34:6-7   Faith Podcast s are m ade possible by your support. You can click here to give.