Luke 14:31-32

God wants you and me to flourish and not merely exist. Although “flourishing” means to grow and develop in a favorable environment, the biblical context of this verb is more correctly interpretable as “Shalom,” a right relationship with God and each other. We are called to thrive even in harsh life-situations and overcome “vision-killers” that may stunt our growth. Let’s explore what this promise means in God’s word.

We are usually impressed by inspirational stories of dramatic, overnight transformation, but living as a disciple of Jesus is a long game. We are all broken people. No one has arrived. We’re all in recovery! This four-day study will help you break the sin-repent cycle so you can truly experience the transformation God has promised us through salvation.

How can the heroes of the Bible inspire us to greatness? Join us in this four-day reading plan as Kristi Krauss motivates us with Elijah's initiative, the Shunnamite woman's blessing, Naaman's obedience, and Hezekiah and Nehemiah's actions. Don't be surprised if these testimonies transform your life.

Loneliness is a human longing, and it its very existence points to something common to us all. This 5-day devotional reading plan is aimed at helping you turn to God—who meets us where we are and draws us to himself.