3 Verses a Day

Mark Ross Junkans
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A daily Christian devotional podcast for your morning. Each 5-minute episode reads three Bible verses — one Psalm, one Old Testament, one New Testament — followed by a short reflection and prayer. Based on the devotional book series by Mark Ross Junkans. Whether you have five minutes over coffee or need a moment of Scripture before your day starts, 3 Verses a Day is a simple daily Bible reading to keep God's Word close.

  1. EPISODE 1

    Daily Devotional — Day 1: God's Unfailing Love

    Day 1 of the 30-day devotional explores God's unfailing love through three Scripture readings: Psalm 136:1, Lamentations 3:22-23, and First John 4:16. The psalmist declares that God's love endures forever — not from a place of ease, but while running for his life and hiding in caves. Jeremiah penned his words about new mercies during one of the darkest chapters in Israel's history, reminding us that when we wake up tomorrow, we're not starting with yesterday's mistakes hanging over us. And John takes it deeper: God doesn't just have love — God is love. Every interaction with Him is an encounter with perfect, unchanging love. This daily devotional includes a reflection, prayer, and a practical application to carry through your day. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  2. EPISODE 2

    Daily Devotional — Day 2: Finding Rest

    Day 2 of this daily Bible reading focuses on finding rest through Psalm 62:1-2, Isaiah 30:15, and Matthew 11:28-30. In a culture that celebrates busyness and wears exhaustion like a badge of honor, what if the most productive thing you could do today is rest? David found rest not in the absence of problems but in the presence of God. Isaiah reminds us that rest comes through trust, not through trying harder. And Jesus offers the most beautiful invitation: 'Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.' His yoke is easy not because life becomes simple, but because you're no longer carrying the weight alone. This morning devotional includes Scripture reading, a short reflection, and a prayer for your day. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  3. EPISODE 3

    Daily Devotional — Day 3: Walking by Faith

    Day 3 of this daily devotional explores walking by faith through Psalm 119:105, Habakkuk 2:4, and Second Corinthians 5:7. God's Word is a lamp for our feet — not a spotlight for our entire future. He provides just enough light for the next step. Like learning to drive on country roads at night, faith means focusing on what the headlights show you, trusting that it's enough to get you safely home. Habakkuk wrestled with why God seemed silent while his nation fell apart, yet God's answer was a call to live by faithfulness. Paul reminds us that walking by faith means making decisions based on what we know to be true about God's character, not just what we can see. This 5-minute devotional includes Bible reading, reflection, and prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    3 min

  4. EPISODE 4

    Daily Devotional — Day 4: God's Strength in Weakness

    Day 4 of this daily Bible reading examines how God's strength works through our weakness, drawing from Psalm 73:26, Isaiah 40:29-31, and Second Corinthians 12:9-10. Sometimes faith feels hard and we feel weak — maybe you're facing a health crisis, dealing with anxiety, or in a spiritually dry season. Here's what these Scriptures reveal: weakness isn't the opposite of faith; it's often the gateway to experiencing God's strength in ways you never knew possible. The psalmist acknowledges that flesh and heart may fail, but God becomes our strength. Isaiah promises that those who hope in the Lord will soar on wings like eagles. And Paul discovered something revolutionary: God's power actually works best through our weakness. This short devotional includes Scripture, reflection, and prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  5. EPISODE 5

    Daily Devotional — Day 5: Peace in the Storm

    Day 5 of this morning devotional explores finding peace in the storm through Psalm 29:11, Isaiah 26:3, and John 14:27. A painting contest once asked artists to depict peace — the winner showed a raging waterfall with a tiny bird's nest tucked safely behind the cascade, a mother bird sitting peacefully with her babies. That's the kind of peace God offers: not the absence of storms, but the presence of safety in the midst of them. Isaiah reveals the secret — perfect peace comes to those whose minds are steadfast on God. And Jesus promises a peace different from what the world gives, one that doesn't depend on circumstances aligning perfectly. This daily Bible study includes three Scripture readings, a short reflection, and a prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  6. EPISODE 6

    Daily Devotional — Day 6: God's Perfect Timing

    Day 6 of this daily devotional addresses God's perfect timing through Psalm 31:15, Ecclesiastes 3:1, and Galatians 4:4-5. Waiting is one of the hardest things we do — we live in a microwave culture but serve a slow-cooker God, and the tension can be maddening. David understood that his times were in God's hands, not with passive resignation, but with active trust. Ecclesiastes reminds us that life has seasons and each season has its purpose. And Paul points to the ultimate example: Jesus didn't come randomly — He came at exactly the right moment in history. If God's timing was perfect for our salvation, His timing is perfect for the smaller details of your life too. Your waiting isn't wasted time; it's preparation time. This morning devotional includes Bible reading, reflection, and prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  7. EPISODE 7

    Daily Devotional — Day 7: Forgiveness and Freedom

    Day 7 of this daily Bible reading explores forgiveness and freedom through Psalm 103:8-12, Isaiah 1:18, and Ephesians 1:7. How far is the east from the west? Unlike north and south, which have poles that define their limits, east and west never meet — you can travel east forever and never start going west. That's how far God has removed your sins from you. David wasn't speaking theoretically; he experienced this grace personally after adultery and murder. Isaiah uses the imagery of scarlet becoming white as snow — even permanent stains disappear completely with God's forgiveness. Paul connects it all to Jesus' sacrifice: the debt is paid in full, and the receipt is marked 'finished.' Stop carrying guilt that God has already taken from you. This short devotional includes Scripture, reflection, and prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min

  8. EPISODE 8

    Daily Devotional — Day 8: Hope for Tomorrow

    Day 8 of this daily devotional focuses on hope for tomorrow through Psalm 42:5, Jeremiah 29:11, and Romans 15:13. Have you ever felt stuck in a pit, looking up at everyone else who seemed to have their lives figured out? The psalmist knows that feeling — he has an honest conversation with his own soul, acknowledging the downcast feeling while choosing hope anyway. Hope isn't always an emotion; sometimes it's a decision. Jeremiah delivered his famous words about God's plans to people in exile, their city destroyed and temple gone. And Paul calls God 'the God of hope,' praying that we would overflow with hope — not wishful thinking, but hope rooted in the character of a God who specializes in resurrection. Your current chapter isn't your final chapter. This morning devotional includes Scripture reading, reflection, and prayer. From 3 Verses a Day, a daily Christian devotional podcast by Mark Ross Junkans.

    4 min
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A daily Christian devotional podcast for your morning. Each 5-minute episode reads three Bible verses — one Psalm, one Old Testament, one New Testament — followed by a short reflection and prayer. Based on the devotional book series by Mark Ross Junkans. Whether you have five minutes over coffee or need a moment of Scripture before your day starts, 3 Verses a Day is a simple daily Bible reading to keep God's Word close.

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  • Creator
    Mark Ross Junkans
  • Episodes
    18
  • Seasons
    1
  • Rating
    Clean
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    3 Verses a Day