JOB 33:4

My new song is called “Amadeo”, which is derived from the Latin term meaning “lover of God”. The inspiration for the song came a few months back as I observed one of my dear friends go through one of the most painful situations a person could face. Watching someone navigate tremendous grief in such a God-honoring manner changed the way I have approached the Lord over the past months.

These five daily devotions are based on Max Lucado’s book and Bible study, Help Is Here. You don’t need to walk this path alone. You don’t have to carry weight you were not intended to bear. It’s time for you to enjoy the presence of the Holy Spirit and experience the vigorous life he offers.

One way to view life’s most painful journeys is through the prism of grieve, breathe, receive (GBR). When Friday’s sudden darkness (grief) leads to Saturday’s confusion and questions (breathe), we eagerly await Sunday’s resurrected peace and possibility (receive). Along the way, we can embrace the process or resist it. I pray that in these devotionals, you will glimpse the power of grace, mercy, love, and hope for your own journey.

The same Spirit who raised Christ from the dead is dwelling in you (see Romans 8:11 NLT). When our hearts are ignited by the presence of the Holy Spirit, we will live in the fulfillment of the peace, purpose, and power God provides, and we will become a conduit of healing power, transforming love, and unfathomable grace. Join Pastor Samuel Rodriguez in this 5-day devotional.