The Daily Devotional

In 1 Kings 19:11–13 Elijah encounters God in a gentle whisper after experiencing powerful signs and fleeing in fear and discouragement. Pastor Derek explores how the noise and busyness of our lives can make it difficult to hear God’s voice, encouraging us to step away from the distractions and spend intentional time with Him. Even in our darkest moments, God draws near, meets us where we are, and...

In John 10:27,Jesus says that His sheep hear His voice, know Him, and follow Him. Pastor Derek explores how the Holy Spirit guides us in our daily lives, reminding us that God desires more than for us to simply follow a predetermined path—He invites us into a living relationship with Him. Through Scripture, prayer, and a heart attentive to His leading, we can learn to recognize His direction and f...

In Zephaniah 3:16–17 we’re reminded that God is in our midst, mighty to save, and that He rejoices over His people with gladness and sings over them in love. Pastor Derek explores a beautiful truth we can sometimes struggle to believe: God doesn’t just love us—He delights in us. Even when we wrestle with insecurity or struggle to see our own worth, we can find joy in knowing that our Heavenly Fath...

In Ephesians 3:16–19 Paul prays that believers would be strengthened by the Holy Spirit, grow deeper in their understanding of Christ’s love, and be filled with the fullness of God. Pastor Derek explores the incredible power of the Spirit at work within us and challenges us to stop expecting so little from God. We have access to His power every day, yet too often we rely on ourselves and settle fo...

In 1 Corinthians 2:9–12 Paul explains that the Holy Spirit reveals the deep things of God so we can truly know Him, not just know about Him. Pastor Derek explores the difference between having knowledge about God and experiencing a real relationship with Him, encouraging us to invite the Holy Spirit to open our eyes to the Father and the Son as we spend time in Scripture and seek His presence each...

In Galatians 4:6–7 Paul reminds us that through Jesus, we are no longer slaves, but beloved children of God who can call Him “Abba, Father.” Pastor Derek explores how the Holy Spirit brings us into this close relationship with God and invites us to experience the joy of belonging to Him. God doesn’t just want to work through your life—He wants you to know and enjoy Him as your Father. Learn More &...

In Romans 8:14–16 Paul reminds us that the Holy Spirit brings us into God’s family, assuring us that we are His children and can call Him “Abba, Father.” Pastor Derek looks at how this changes the way we approach God—not as slaves trying to earn His approval, but as beloved children invited into a close, personal relationship with Him. We don’t have to live in fear or strive to prove ourselves; th...

In Romans 5:5 Paul reminds us that God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us. Pastor Derek looks at why the Holy Spirit is more than a source of power—He is a person to know, love, and enjoy. We’re invited to move beyond simply seeking what the Spirit can do for us and discover the joy of a daily relationship with His presence. Learn More & Sta...

In Romans 8:11 Paul points us to the Spirit who raised Jesus from the dead and now lives in those who trust in Him. Pastor Derek looks at what it means to carry the presence of the Spirit and live with an awareness of the supernatural power at work within us. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/ Instagra...

In Galatians 5:22–25 Paul contrasts the works of the flesh with the fruit that grows from a life connected to the Spirit. Pastor Derek looks at what our lives are producing and how the presence of the Spirit gradually shapes our character to look more like Jesus. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/ Inst...

In Galatians 5:16–17 Paul calls believers to walk by the Spirit in the middle of a very real battle within us. Pastor Derek looks at the tension between the flesh and the Spirit and encourages us to raise our awareness of God’s presence and follow His leading every day. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotional...

In 2 Corinthians 3:17–18 Paul reveals that where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom, and that as we behold Jesus, we are being transformed from one degree of glory to another. Pastor Derek looks at the Spirit’s ongoing work of shaping us into the people God created us to be. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv....

In Romans 8:1–4 Paul reminds us that there is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus and that the Spirit brings a freedom we could never produce on our own. Pastor Derek looks at the before-and-after story God is writing in each of our lives and encourages us to recognize the ways the Spirit is changing us, even in places we may not see yet. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek:...

In John 3:5–8 Jesus tells Nicodemus that we must be born of the Spirit to enter the kingdom of God. Pastor Derek looks at the new life the Spirit gives and why spiritual transformation is something only God can accomplish. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dereknei...

In John 16:13–14, Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will guide His followers into truth and glorify Him. Pastor Derek looks at how the Spirit leads us and why His work always points our attention back to Jesus. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekneider/ Faceb...

In John 16:7 Jesus tells His disciples that His departure is necessary for the coming of the Holy Spirit. Pastor Derek looks at why Jesus said it was better for Him to go and what His promise means for every believer. Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/derekneider/...

In John 14:26 Jesus tells His disciples that the Holy Spirit will teach them and remind them of His words. Pastor Derek looks at how the Spirit helps us understand, remember, and live out the truth of Jesus. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devot...

In John 14:16–17 Jesus promises that the Holy Spirit will come to His followers as another Helper who will remain with them. Pastor Derek looks at the Spirit’s presence in our lives and the relationship Jesus invites us to have with Him. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotion...

In Ezekiel 36:26–27 God promises to put His Spirit within His people and give them a heart that desires to follow Him. Pastor Derek looks at how the Spirit changes not only what we do, but who we are. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/...

In Ezekiel 36:26–27 God promises to put His Spirit within His people and give them a heart that desires to follow Him. Pastor Derek looks at how the Spirit changes not only what we do, but who we are. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/devotionals/...

In 1 Samuel 16:13, David is anointed by Samuel and the Spirit of the Lord comes powerfully upon him. Pastor Derek looks at how God prepares David for his calling and reminds us that God’s Spirit equips those He calls. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv...

In Judges 6:34, Gideon is clothed with the Spirit as God calls him to lead His people. Pastor Derek looks at the difference between trying to accomplish God’s work in our own strength and depending on the power of His Spirit. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://...

In Numbers 11:24–29 the Spirit rests upon the elders, and Moses responds with a powerful desire for all of God’s people to be filled with the Spirit. Pastor Derek looks at the heart behind Moses’ prayer and God’s desire to work through His people. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Dail...

In Exodus 31:1–5 God fills Bezalel with His Spirit and gives him wisdom, skill, and creativity for the work of building the tabernacle. Pastor Derek looks at how the Spirit empowers people not only for ministry, but also for the work God has placed in their hands. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/...

In Genesis 2:7, God breathes life into Adam and humanity becomes a living being. Pastor Derek looks at the life-giving work of God’s Spirit and what it means that our very existence begins with the breath of God. Purchase The Spirit Rhythm book on Amazon : https://a.co/d/0fMXInF1 Learn More & Stay Connected Pastor Derek: https://awakenlv.org/derekneider/ Daily Devotional: https://awakenlv.org/...