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Start your day with a moment of peace and purpose. A daily devotional from Ladies Ministries UPCI.

  1. 2 HRS AGO

    God Will Remember

    "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint." Isaiah 40:31. There are seasons when it can feel as though prayers go unanswered and hearts are left waiting. Even with the assurance that God hears every prayer and loves unconditionally, the passage of time can raise questions, wondering whether He has forgotten. Every new day is a reminder that God remains faithful to every promise He has spoken. His Word has been tested and proven true, and He is always right on time. God Remembered Noah "And God remembered Noah, and every living thing, and all the cattle that was with him in the ark: and God made a wind to pass over the earth, and the waters assuaged." Genesis 8:1 God remembered Noah and the promises He made to him and his family, saying that He would save them and the animals. God remains faithful to His promises to you. God Remembered Abraham "And it came to pass, when God destroyed the cities of the plain, that God remembered Abraham, and sent Lot out of the midst of the overthrow, when he overthrew the cities in the which Lot dwelt." Genesis 19:29 God remembered the prayers Abraham interceded for his nephew Lot. God graciously responded to Abraham's prayers and delivered Lot and his family from the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. God hears the prayers you are praying for your family. God Remembered Rachel "And God remembered Rachel, and God hearkened to her, and opened her womb." Genesis 30:22 God knew Rachel's desire to have a child, and one day in God's perfect time, He answered her constant prayer. Just because God hasn't spoken to you yet doesn't mean He won't soon. Trust Him. God has a bigger plan, His thoughts are higher than your thoughts, and His ways are higher than your ways. There will come a day when God will remember. Maybe he has told you, "Not yet," but don't lose hope. Keep trusting Him because He has not forgotten the promises He has made to you. Though you may have lost material wealth. GOD REMEMBERS. Though you may be going through the fire. Though you may be in the process of perfection. GOD REMEMBERS. Though you may be waiting longer than you thought in an ark. GOD REMEMBERS. Though you may be in the wilderness. GOD REMEMBERS. Though your family is still not saved. GOD REMEMBERS. Though you may be barren. GOD REMEMBERS. God will remember His promises. Prayer: Lord, I believe, but help my unbelief. Remind me that every prayer I pray will not return to me void. Your word says that You cannot lie and I believe what You promised. I know that You will answer my prayers and I will trust You if I receive an answer that I do not want. I will remember You and Your faithfulness today and I believe You remember me, too!

    4 min

  2. 1D AGO

    From Awe To Adoration

    "Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name." Psalm 100:4 Have you ever stood before something so breathtaking that it silenced you? The vastness of the Grand Canyon, or the thunderous beauty of Niagara Falls can make you stand in awe of Gods creation. That is often humanity's response when we encounter something greater than ourselves. In the same way, when we enter into the presence of God, worship should naturally follow. We are not just singing songs; we are responding to the holiness, majesty, and nearness of a living God who communes with us. Currently, I oversee the music department at my church, and each week as I pray over the song selections for our midweek and Sunday services, I feel a consistent, gentle nudge from the Lord: follow after true praise and worship. We are created to glorify Him. Every time I step onto the platform, I remind myself: I am not leading songs, I am leading worship. And worship doesn't begin or end on a platform. When you worship, whether in a sanctuary filled with people or alone in your living room, you have the ability to shift the spiritual atmosphere. The challenge is that familiarity can dull our engagement. Songs we've sung countless times can become routine, and before we realize it, our lips are moving but our hearts are distant. The Power of Worship When King Saul was troubled by an evil spirit, he called for a skilled musician. When David played his harp, the oppressive spirit departed (1 Samuel 16:14–23). Jehoshaphat appointed singers to go before the army in battle (2 Chronicles 20). Praise became the pathway to victory. Jesus said that the Father seeks true worshipers who will worship in spirit and in truth (John 4:23). There is a tangible presence of God that rests where authentic worship rises. Worship has a way of pushing back darkness, steadying our spirit, and reminding our soul of who God is. So come in with thanksgiving and let your worship become a doorway into His presence.

    2 min

  3. 2D AGO

    When Tears Become Prayers

    "Behold, thou desirest truth in the inward parts: And in the hidden part thou shalt make me to know wisdom." Psalm 51:6 Every meaningful relationship grows deeper through honesty and through sharing not only victories and dreams, but also pain, questions, and the parts we often try to hide. There is a unique closeness that forms when we allow ourselves to be fully seen. God desires that same kind of truth from us. He already knows every detail of our lives, yet He invites us to come close and express what is in our hearts—our sorrow, our confusion, our hopes, and even the things we don't have words for. True intimacy with God is cultivated when we stop performing and start being honest. I am walking through a valley of grief as I learn how to live in the absence of my father. There are moments when prayer feels heavy, when speaking it out loud makes the loss feel even more real. Yet, I've found that when I press past that resistance and fall at the feet of Jesus, something sacred happens. Tears become prayers. Silence becomes surrender. And somehow, He meets me there with strength I didn't have and peace I didn't expect. Have A Little Talk With Jesus It reminds me of the old hymn: "Have a little talk with Jesus, tell Him all about your troubles…" There is still truth in that simple invitation. God is not intimidated by our grief, nor is He distant from it. He draws near to the brokenhearted. Developing a prayer life is not about perfection; it's about presence. It's learning to: Come to God consistently, even when you don't feel strong Speak honestly, without filtering your emotions Sit in stillness and allow Him to minister back to you Trust that even when words fail, He understands your heart Sometimes prayer is a whisper. Sometimes it's weeping. Sometimes it's just sitting quietly, aware that He is near. But every moment spent with Him builds a deeper foundation of trust. In seasons of brokenness, the temptation is to withdraw, but healing is found when we lean in. When you bring your pain to God, He doesn't push you away; He pulls you closer, and He carries what you are not able to.

    3 min

  4. 3D AGO

    Fear Not, There Will Be A Victory

    Joshua 10:8, "And the LORD said unto Joshua, Fear them not: for I have delivered them into thine hand; there shall not a man of them stand before thee." This scripture explains that God gave Joshua a promise that He was going to give Israel victory over the opposing armies. Conquering the kingdoms that were in opposition to Gibeon, and by extension Joshua and his men, will eventually gift Israel a kingdom of their own and they will one day make Jerusalem the city where God will place His name. While it is true that the battle is the Lord's, this does not mean that once we turn it over to the Lord, that we have no responsibility at all. We need to engage in battle with the Lord. We need to utilize the resources we have to see a victory come to pass. God will take what we have to offer and will multiply it for His glory. So many times in our life, the thing that we are up against is not about you or me; it's about God. The thing you are battling in praying and fighting in the spirit is fighting with the Lord, too. In every spiritual battle we fight, God desires us to utilize our level of faith, talent, and ability, and then depend on Him for the things that we are not able to achieve on our own. God will always call us to do something that is far greater than ourselves because He desires all glory and honor. He wants us to know that we would have never been able to accomplish the task at hand without Him. Blessed be the LORD my strength, which teacheth my hands to war, and my fingers to fight, Psalm 144:1 WITH GOD ALL THINGS ARE POSSIBLE. Speak in faith today, "I'm going to see a victory. I will be victorious." God will fight for you, but He expects you to fight with Him until there is victory. Don't give up, you've got this.

    2 min

  5. 4D AGO

    Full, But Not Filled

    "The full soul loatheth an honeycomb; but to the hungry soul every bitter thing is sweet." Proverbs 27:7. I don't know about you, but I love snacks. In fact, I am eating snacks right now; Boom Chicka Pop, to be exact. I try my very best not to buy junk food at the grocery store—not because I don't want it, but because I know myself. My discipline is strongest in the produce aisle, not in my kitchen at 9 p.m. Think ahead with me to Thanksgiving dinner. The smell of turkey, sweet potato casserole, and pumpkin pie hits you before you even grab a plate. Your stomach is growling, your eyes are big, and you're ready to honor the Lord through this meal. You load up your plate. Then maybe… go back for a little more. And then… you add pie on top of everything else. You need pie. But at some point, something shifts. Now someone offers you more food, and suddenly you're defensive: "No, I'm good. I can't eat another bite." The food didn't change. The recipe didn't change. Your hunger did. Spiritual Hunger What we hunger after matters. Sometimes we say, "I'm just not feeling the Word as I used to." Or, "Prayer feels dry." Or, "Church just doesn't hit the same." But what if it's not that the "spiritual food" has lost its flavor… what if we have been snacking on everything else? Because when you're truly hungry, everything changes. The Bible says even bitter things taste sweet when you're hungry. And Gospel of Matthew 5:6 says: "Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled." I want that kind of hunger. I want a hunger that pushes me to pray when I'd rather scroll, pulls me into His Word when I feel "too busy," and drives me to step out in faith, even when it doesn't make sense. God has not stopped speaking, His presence has not lost its power, and His Word has not lost its sweetness. God's promise is still as true as ever; if you hunger and if you thirst for righteousness, you will be filled.

    3 min

  6. 5D AGO

    The Choice Is Yours

    According to Google, we make approximately 35,000 conscious decisions every day. Of course, many of these choices seem insignificant and finite. However, every choice we make, good or bad, will impact our lives. Simple Choices: What to wear. What to eat. What to read. What to watch on Netflix. More Complex Choices: What College to attend. Who to marry. What ministry to be involved in. Where to live. we are decision-making machines. The simple decision of our food choices can alter our health in a negative or positive way. Or, the choice of what to watch on T.V and the duration of the time we spend everyday streaming content will affect our personal and spiritual lives. Every choice matters. Of course, we have the freedom to do anything, but that does not mean that we will be free from the consequences of our decisions. One of my favorite Christmas films is, "What A Wonderful Life." The lead character George Bailey says to his guardian angel, "It would have been better if I was never born." The angel proceeds to show him how much of an impact his life made, even through small decisions. I stand in awe knowing that God gave us the power to choose—it is such a huge responsibility. Choose You This Day I am convinced that the greatest choice to make everyday is to choose Jesus. Joshua 25:15 poses a great challenge, "Choose you this day whom ye will serve." As a teenager, I had an incredible love for God. However, I struggled with many things and could not live an overcoming life. My spirit and flesh were at war with each other. One day I bowed myself to the ground and prayed, "Lord, why is it so hard for me to serve You?" I heard Him gently whisper to my spirit, "It is because you have a love of the world in your heart." Desperate for more of God I began to pray, "Lord, take the love of the world out of my heart. I want to love what You love and hate what You hate." That moment—that prayer—that choice—changed the rest of my life. Never underestimate the impact one prayer can make. The power of choice puts a weight of responsibility in our hands. And, so I ask, What choice can you make today that will impact your eternity? The choice is yours. Prayer: Lord, I choose you. Help me to make decisions that are conducive to the ministry You have called me to, and lead me to make decisions that will benefit Your kingdom, my marriage, my family, and my relationships.

    3 min

  7. 6D AGO

    Total Commitment

    Jesus said to him, "'You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind." (Matthew 22:37, NKJV) A dedicated employee feels financial panic when her employer terminated several long-term employees without warning. A marriage rocks on the brink of divorce when one partner reconsiders the pledges made during their wedding ceremony. A once-devoted church member now misses services more often than he attends. As we observe situations such as these, it's easy to question, "Why? What happened to commitment? Where is their loyalty, their dedication?" Successful relationships require commitment, whether between marriage partners, employee and employer, friends, or God and man. Mutual trust, loyalty, respect, and acceptance are essential and further strengthen the bond between the two parties. LEVELS OF COMMITMENT We frequently hear people refer to "levels of commitment." This term puzzles me. By the very definition — a pledge, promise, assurance, vow — it would seem one is either committed or not committed. Is it even possible to give half a promise, a "sort-of" vow, or a "maybe" assurance? Truthfully, a partial commitment is not commitment at all. The levels of commitment are listed from lowest to highest. 1. I'm not committed. 2. I'm willing to let it happen, but I won't help. 3. I'll try. 4. I'll do my best. 5. I'll get it done — whatever it takes. True commitment calls for the follow-through of the fifth statement. It says, "I'm in this for the duration. I will finish what I have started. I will make it happen." Even level four, "I'll do my best," gives us a way out. We can shrug and say, "Well, I did all I could, but it just didn't work. It's not my fault" THE GREATEST EXAMPLE The greatest degree of commitment ever demonstrated was that of Jesus Christ for a lost world. Even before we pledged ourselves to Him, He pledged Himself to us. "But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us." (Romans 5:8, NKJV) No higher price could be offered so that we may share in a relationship with our Creator. Jesus Christ moved beyond "I'll do my best" into the realm of "whatever it takes." Hanging on the cross, He cried out in agony, "It is finished." He reached the ultimate level. He did not waiver, go back on His promise, or offer the excuse, "I did the best I could, but I just couldn't go to the point of death!" He gave His all. He could do no more. Not only did God love us before we ever loved Him in return, He promised that His is an enduring love, an everlasting love (Jeremiah 31:3). No circumstance that comes our way can destroy that love or separate us from Him (Romans 8:35-38). Many of us have made promises that, for whatever reason, we later did not fulfill. Our intentions may have been good at the time, but we did not follow through. That does not happen with God. He has given us "exceeding great and precious promises" (II Peter 1:4). And He faithfully keeps each one. "For all the promises of God in Him are Yes, and in Him Amen, to the glory of God through us." (II Corinthians 1:20, NKJV) God keeps His promises—all His promises! He is totally committed to us. Are we totally committed to Him? FOR PERSONAL STUDY During your time of personal Bible study, search out some of the precious promises God has given us. Here are a few to get you started. Deuteronomy 33:27 Psalm 34:19 Isaiah 25:4 Isaiah 43:2 Matthew 6:33 Mark 11:24 John 14:1-2 II Corinthians 12:9 I John 2:25. Devotion by Mary Loudermilk

    5 min

  8. APR 18

    Surrounded by Love

    "And let us consider how to stir up one another to love and good works, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day drawing near." (Hebrews 10:24-25, ESV) In a recent Sunday morning service, I looked at the familiar faces surrounding me in the pews. I knew many of their trials and their victories. This wasn't a gathering of strangers. It was the family of God. We love each other and stand by each other in the good times and the not-so-good times. To my left, a foster mom held a young child that now thrives in a safe, loving environment. In a nearby pew sat a lady who had recently received a distressing medical diagnosis. Midway down the aisle, a recently widowed mom with young children was adjusting to circumstances she never expected to face. Farther back sat an elderly man who had also recently lost a spouse and struggled with his own health issues. Each person there that morning had their own story, but each was surrounded by love. These are "my people." We worship together each week and care about what is happening in each other's life. We encourage each other and pray for each other's needs. We are family — brothers and sisters in the Lord. Sitting there that morning I felt safe and secure. I was surrounded by love and knew others felt the same. WHY GATHERING MATTERS Why is it so important that we meet together? The short answer is we need each other. God never intended for us to navigate life alone. We come alongside to cheer each other on. If we become isolated from other believers, we then become vulnerable to spiritual attack. Ecclesiastes 4:9 tells us that "two are better than one." We are stronger together. As part of the body of Christ, we share the pain and the joy with our brothers and sisters. First Corinthians 12:26 tells us that, "If one member suffers, all suffer together; if one member is honored, all rejoice together" (ESV). SUPPORTING EACH OTHeR The Church isn't a building; it's a community of believers serving the Lord together. We need the support and encouragement of others. Hebrews 10:24-25 cautions that the nearer we get to the coming of the Lord, the more urgent it is to gather as a body of believers. Here are some of the ways we support our brothers and sisters—and receive that same support back. We show love and honor to our fellow believers. "Love one another with brotherly affection. Outdo one another in showing honor" (Romans 12:10, ESV). We help lift each other's load and offer support. "Bear one another's burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ" (Galatians 6:2, ESV). We strengthen those who are weak. "We who are strong have an obligation to bear with the failings of the weak, and not to please ourselves" (Romans 15:1, ESV). We show love, even when there have been disappointments and failures. "With all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love." (Ephesians 4:2, ESV) We receive and submit to godly advice. "Submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ" (Ephesians 5:21, ESV). We pray for each other. "We give thanks to God always for all of you, constantly mentioning you in our prayers" (I Thessalonians 1:2, ESV) GROWING TOGETHER As part of this fellowship of believers, we grow together and all become stronger. Our walk with God becomes richer and deeper because of that unity. We are connected to something bigger than ourselves. We are family. We are loved. We belong and are doing this Christian life together. "Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind." (I Peter 3:8, ESV) Devotion by Mary Loudermilk

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Start your day with a moment of peace and purpose. A daily devotional from Ladies Ministries UPCI.

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    Ladies Ministries UPCI
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    2025 - 2026
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