Most often, the things we truly enjoy only bring temporary satisfaction. Think about it. You make a purchase online and excitedly wait for it to arrive, but the joy fades after it’s delivered to your front door. Maybe this is why the Scriptures warn us of the dangers of consuming stuff that pleases our body […]
Author Archives: Our Daily Bread
MLK Day: Where’s The Peace? – John 14:27
Peace is a gift from God. But oftentimes our definition of peace may not align with heaven’s definition. Peace is strength, but it is also the ability to remain under control amid chaos. As we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day let us be encouraged by his example of peaceful living. Written and presented by […]
Forget Revenge, Let God Avenge – Deuteronomy 32:35
They say revenge is a dish best served cold. Perhaps it’s not meant to be served at all. When we are wrong, our human nature can drive us towards an anger-filled response. But that’s not what God wants us to do. The Bible teaches us that God will avenge, but His strategies are different than […]
Finding the Win in a Loss – John 16:7
Loss in any form is tough. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or leaving a job you love, it can be challenging to find hope in “losing” situations. But when you follow God, there is always good to be found. Today’s video shows you how to alter your […]
The Book of Sadness – Lamentations 3:22–25
Do you have a movie that makes you #uglycry? The irony is that even through the hurt and pain of these stories, a beautiful truth speaks to our souls. Lamentations is that book of the Bible. The author expresses pain, but within those verses are the fingerprints of God’s faithfulness that are comforting to us […]
Believing Is Seeing – John 3:1–3
Things aren’t always what they seem, right? Fake news, photoshopped images, and altered videos are becoming normal. Sometimes we have to fact-check and investigate before we see the truth. The same can be true spiritually. There is so much God reveals about His kingdom, but there’s something we must do before we’re truly able to […]
And It Was Good – Genesis 1
When you look at the beauty of nature, does it bring you joy? Turns out it brings God joy too. In Genesis 1, He not only creates the earth but He also takes pleasure in what He made. How should His love for the earth impact the way we take care of creation? Watch today’s […]
“Why Do You Call Me Good?” – Mark 10:18
Would you call Jesus &dquo;good”? Well, you may be surprised to learn that He didn’t want to be referred to in this manner. Sounds crazy, right? We think so highly of Jesus, but there is someone else He wants us to focus our attention on. Watch today’s video to see who Jesus says is truly […]
Whose Will Wins? – Luke 22:42
Do you like to have things your way? Do you think you know what’s best in most situations? What happens when your will doesn’t align with God’s? This is a wrestling match that many of us face in our lives. The gospel reveals that even Jesus knew this struggle. Watch today’s video to learn about […]
When Enemies Thrive – Obadiah 1:3
Does it bother you when good things happen to people who do you wrong? It doesn’t seem fair when others are rewarded for seemingly bad behavior. It can even make you question God. However, in our limited understanding we can fully trust God, knowing everything He does is intentional. Watch today’s video for encouragement in […]