Daily Devotions with Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 2 Timothy 1:2. We can ask God our Father for whatever we’re lacking. He loves to help His children, and He wants to see us living in peace! If we need more grace, mercy, or peace, all we have to do is follow God’s leading. There are so many gifts from the Holy Spirit for us—let’s ask Him for what we need.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 2 Timothy 1:1–2. Jesus never lost His peace. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala walks us through a brief study of the peace of God that passes all understanding. Our lives can feel ruffled up and busy sometimes, but with Jesus on our side, we can still experience peace in the craziness.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 2 Timothy 1:1. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges all of us to follow God’s calling on our lives. Everyone has a calling, but not all callings are the same. We can be totally fired up for something, but if it’s not God’s will, we won’t see true success. Today let’s surrender our plans and ideas to our Father and follow His perfec...

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 2 Timothy 1:1. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala introduces the apostle Paul’s final letter and reminds us of this truth: Jesus is both Savior and Lord. He cannot be one or the other. If Jesus is our Savior, then we must serve Him, lovingly, as the Lord of our lives. It’s an honor to do that, so let’s serve the Lord with joy today.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:20–21. What a gift we have in showing the love and grace of God to others! We become gracious when we are filled with God’s grace. All we have is today—let’s look to the Lord and trust that He gives us His grace every single day.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:20–21. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala encourages us to keep our faith simple. Faith doesn’t have to be all about deep studies of angels and events occurring outside of the Bible’s recording. Rather, we are told to have childlike faith. We must guard what God has given us and not let what the Bible calls “chatter” cause us to...

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:18–19. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala talks about salvation. There is a time after this life that we need to be prepared for! What God has in store for all that love Him is real, wonderful life. We should praise Him every day for that amazing promise!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:17–18. A loving parent isn’t going to deprive his child of enjoying life. God—our Heavenly Father who loves us more than we can comprehend—doesn’t want us to live depressed, not enjoying life, either! When we shift our focus from earthly matters to the love of Jesus, we find more joy. Let’s share that with others today!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:9–10, 17. We can accumulate riches here on earth—retirement funds, generational wealth, fancy cars—but it won’t go with us into eternity. Tomorrow isn’t promised, and if it comes, we have no idea what’s in store! So instead of hoarding material things, let’s keep our eyes on Jesus and prepare for a certain eternity with Him.  

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:15–16. What are you facing today—spiritually, emotionally, financially? The God who created an ever-expanding, intricate universe is the same God who’s on our side. He will help us with anything we face in life! Today and every day, we can worship and trust a living, awesome God. Amen!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:14–16. Nobody knows when Jesus will come back. Trying to predict when He will rapture His church doesn’t do us any good! Instead we should use our efforts to spread the gospel to others and see the church grow. Let’s tell someone about Jesus today and pray, “Even so, come, Lord Jesus!” (Revelation 22:20).

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:13–14. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala shares a personal story of what Jesus’ second coming means to him. We may not all have similar experiences, but we can find peace in knowing that Jesus is coming back. Until then, let’s stay very close to our Savior.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:12. If we are born-again believers in Christ, we are promised a glorious eternity with God our Father! When we keep that in mind—that all the hurts and worries of this earth will fall away as we see holiness and glory face to face—our trials and burdens will seem easier. Jesus can change our perspectives!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:11–12. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges us to keep fighting for our faith. If an athlete is serious about winning a game, he will put up a fight for the victory. As Christians, we face spiritual battles every day. It’s always too soon to give up. Let’s ask the Lord to help us fight the good fight today.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:11. Faith doesn’t start by trying to believe—it starts by reading God’s Word. We must pursue faith! We can’t love others by our own strength. The only way we can love others is if we let the love of the Holy Spirit run our lives. Let’s ask the Lord for the endurance we need to pursue faith and love!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:10. The Bible has a lot to say about money. Specifically, there are many verses warning against greed! We’ve all heard that “less is more,” so the opposite would also be true—more is actually less. If we have Jesus in our lives, we have all that we need.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:6–10. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges us to trust God and be thankful—whether we have an old minivan, a new Jaguar, or no car at all! Worrying about having the newest things and accumulating the most wealth only ends up costing us. Our lives can radically change if we release the love of money!

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:5–8. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala reminds us that we will leave this world the same way we entered it—with nothing! So instead of using all of our energy trying to gain material goods, let’s ask the Lord to help us be content with what we have. “If we have food and clothing, we will be content with that” (1 Timothy 6:8).

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:2–5. Godliness is not about acquiring money, a new car, or any other physical item. Some Christian leaders claim that our earthly possessions are a reflection of our faith—but that’s false! Would that teaching apply to the saints in third-world countries? No way. But the true teachings of the Bible are applicable everywhere. Let...

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:3–5. Some Christians value their denomination or Bible translation more than they value people. But Jesus told us to love our neighbors and pray for our enemies. Christians are supposed to be known by love, not by the friction they cause. Let’s ask the Lord to soften our hearts.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:2–4. There are many different religions in the world, and different denominations in each one. It seems like every church has its own set of rules. But the heart of Christianity should simply be godliness. The purpose of a Bible-based ministry is devotion to Christ. We are called by God Almighty to be separate from this carnal w...

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:2–4. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges to get into God’s Word every day. How else will we be able to identify false prophets? If we don’t know what the Bible says, then we won’t know when someone’s teachings go against it. Let’s ask the Holy Spirit to help us understand His Word today.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 6:1–2. Whether we’re ministers, house cleaners, teachers, or company owners, all Christians are called to be honest workers. We must ask the Lord for help in all our tasks—we’re to do our best in everything for His glory! Remember this today: societal rank and status don’t matter. Being honest in our words and actions to reflect o...

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 5:22–25. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges our intentions. Do we do things so that others will see and applaud? Or do we help and encourage others because that’s what God calls us to do? Some of our good deeds might only be recognized in heaven. But it will be worth it all when we see Jesus. Let’s serve Him today.

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 5:22–23. Can Christians drink wine? Why does God heal some people but not others? These are questions many believers face, and Pastor Cymbala offers insight into both. If we are seeking the Lord’s will and wanting to please Him, He will bless us, one way or another. God will not curse His children. Let’s ask for His guidance and d...