Anchor Points

Devin Almonte

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There’s theology hiding in ordinary life — in routines, in distractions, in the moments we rush past. Most of us move too quickly to notice. Anchor Points is a short, story-driven devotional hosted by Devin Almonte. Each episode lingers over something familiar and uncovers what Scripture has been saying about it all along. This isn’t a rushed devotional or a motivational boost. It’s steady formation. Quiet conviction. Truth that anchors.

7h ago

Feeling Pulled in Every Direction? Try This. | Anchor Points | Ep. 109

I have this strange little picture in my head of my relationship with God. It's a rubber band. God's holding one end, and I'm holding the other. Whenever life gets crazy, I imagine that rubber band stretching. And believe me, I've had seasons where it's been pulled about as far as it can go. I remember starting a ministry job when suddenly the kids were sick, our dryer broke, my husband's schedule got complicated, and even my commute became a mess. Sometimes life pulls us in so many directions that we barely realize how far we've wandered from God. But here's what I love about that rubber band. When I finally stop pulling and let go of everything that's distracting me, I can return to Him. He's still there, ready to welcome me back. Scripture (NIV): James 4:8 — “Come near to God and he will come near to you.” Reflection Questions: What has been pulling my attention away from God lately?Am I holding onto something that's keeping me stretched too thin?What could I release today to draw closer to Him? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
5d ago

She Couldn't Smile…Then Everything Changed. | Anchor Points | Ep. 108

Imagine going through life unable to smile. Not because you're unhappy, but because physically, you just can't. That's the reality for Tayla Clement, a young woman born with Moebius syndrome, a condition that affects facial movement. For years, she struggled with being different, being bullied, and wishing she could change the one thing that made her stand out. But something shifted when she began embracing the life she had instead of waiting for that part of her to be fixed. Today, she uses her voice to encourage others who feel overlooked or different. And I think there's something beautiful in that. The very thing she once wished she could change became part of how she connects with people. It reminds me that God can use our lives in extraordinary ways, even through the things we never would have chosen for ourselves. Scripture (NIV): Psalm 139:14 — “I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well.” Reflection Questions: Is there something about myself I've been wishing I could change?Could God use that part of my story to encourage someone else?What would it look like to embrace how God has uniquely made me? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
6d ago

What If Your Dream Is Taking You the Wrong Way? | Anchor Points | Ep. 107

Have you ever wanted something so badly that you started rearranging everything else in your life to make it happen? I think we can all relate to that. I recently heard about someone making enormous life changes to chase a dream of freedom and adventure. I don't know all the details of her situation, but it made me stop and think about my own dreams. Dreams aren't bad. Neither are our desires or passions. But what happens when pursuing something we want starts pushing aside the blessings and responsibilities God has already given us? That's a question I need to ask myself, too. Maybe the better question isn't simply whether I can achieve my dream, but whether that dream is drawing me closer to God's purpose for my life. Scripture (NIV): Psalm 37:4 — “Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart.” Reflection Questions: Are my dreams drawing me closer to God or distracting me from Him?Have I overlooked something valuable in my life while pursuing something new?How can I invite God into the desires and plans I'm carrying? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
Oct 27

Everything's Fine…Or Is It? | Anchor Points | Ep. 106

You know those conversations where somebody tells you everything in their life is absolutely wonderful? The kids are great, marriage is great, work is great, and even the dog is behaving perfectly. Not a single problem in sight. I love when life is good, and we've certainly got wonderful things happening in our family. But we've got hard things happening, too. That's usually how life works. Sometimes I wonder whether my own insistence that everything is fine keeps me from seeing what's really going on. We don't always have to be standing on top of the mountain. There are valleys, too, and that's where we need each other and where we can experience God's presence in a different way. We don't have to pretend we're always okay. Scripture (NIV): Romans 12:15 — “Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.” Reflection Questions: Have I been saying everything is fine when something is actually weighing on me?Is there an area of my life I need to bring honestly before God?How can I be more present for someone walking through a difficult season? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
Oct 22

You're Building Your Life Backward. | Anchor Points | Ep. 105

Imagine trying to build a house by putting the roof on first. It wouldn't work very well, would it? And yet, sometimes that's exactly how I approach things. I remember painting our basement without using primer. I was so excited to see the room finished that I didn't want to bother with that first layer. Unfortunately, the paint didn't hold up the way I hoped. I've been thinking about how that relates to my faith. I want the beautiful finished product, a strong faith, a life that reflects Jesus, but am I taking the time to build on His truth? It's easy to want the results without the foundation. Maybe today is an invitation to return to the beginning and make sure we're building on something that lasts. Scripture (NIV): 1 Corinthians 3:11 — “For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ.” Reflection Questions: Am I spending more time chasing spiritual results than building my foundation in Christ?What part of my faith needs a little more attention at the foundation?What's one small way I can ground myself in God's truth today? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
Oct 21

I Skipped One Step…Big Mistake. | Anchor Points | Ep. 104

A few years ago, I decided to paint our basement for the kids. I wanted to make the space look nice, and I figured I could save some time by skipping a few things. Primer? Painter's tape? Drop cloth? Surely those weren't all necessary. Well, the paint on the carpet and the peeling walls eventually told a different story. I wanted the finished product without doing the work that needed to come first. And I have to admit, I can approach life that way, too. I get impatient, rush through decisions, and sometimes skip steps because I just want to get somewhere. But those little steps matter. God's wisdom reminds me that taking the time to build something properly is never wasted time. Scripture (NIV): Proverbs 24:27 — “Put your outdoor work in order and get your fields ready; after that, build your house.” Reflection Questions: Where have I been trying to rush through a process?Are there important steps I've been tempted to skip?How can I slow down and trust God's wisdom in what I'm building? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
Oct 20

What If God Wants the Harder Road? | Anchor Points | Ep. 103

Nobody enjoys driving down a road full of potholes. If I see one coming, I'm going around it. Give me the smooth road every time. But I'm facing a decision right now, and the easier path doesn't seem to be the one God is nudging me toward. That's a little uncomfortable because I can already see some of the bumps ahead, and I'm not even sure I'll like the outcome. I've been reminded that following God isn't always about arriving somewhere wonderful or getting the result I hoped for. Sometimes the real growth happens along the road itself, through the simple decision to trust Him and obey. Even when the path isn't smooth, I can trust the One leading me. Scripture (NIV): Proverbs 3:5 — “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding;” Reflection Questions: Am I choosing a path because it's easier or because I believe God is leading me there?Is there an outcome I'm holding onto more tightly than my trust in God?What might obedience look like in a decision I'm facing right now? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.
Oct 15

Did God Really Say That? | Anchor Points | Ep. 102

Have you ever played the game of telephone? By the time the message reaches the last person, it's usually nothing like the original. I recently watched something similar happen in our community after a car accident involving a man and his two dogs. The story spread quickly online. People shared updates, others added details, and before long, versions of the story were circulating that had very little to do with what actually happened. It made me think about how easily we can do that with God's Word. We hear something, repeat something, or accept somebody else's interpretation without going back to the source. And little by little, the message changes. Maybe that's a good reminder for us today to open our Bibles and see what God actually says. Scripture (NIV): Proverbs 30:5 — “Every word of God is flawless; he is a shield to those who take refuge in him.” Reflection Questions: Am I spending time in God's Word or relying mostly on what others say about it?Have I accepted something as biblical truth without checking the source?What would it look like to return to Scripture more intentionally? 👉 Join the conversation here: https://www.facebook.com/DevinAlmonte/ 🎙️ Enjoying the show? Leave a rating and review — it helps more people find us. And hit subscribe so you never miss a devotional. 👉 More to discover at: www.devinalmonte.com Visit devinalmonte.com for more.

There’s theology hiding in ordinary life — in routines, in distractions, in the moments we rush past. Most of us move too quickly to notice. Anchor Points is a short, story-driven devotional hosted by Devin Almonte. Each episode lingers over something familiar and uncovers what Scripture has been saying about it all along. This isn’t a rushed devotional or a motivational boost. It’s steady formation. Quiet conviction. Truth that anchors.

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Devin Almonte
Years Active

2026
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109
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