Christian

Do You Need Rest Today?

1-minute devotion for Monday, 12/1/25

“Come to Me, all [a]who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find [b]rest for your souls.  For My yoke is comfortable, and My burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 NASB Read full chapter

His burden is light does not mean that there are no problems, trials, labor, or heartaches in the Christian life. But it does mean that we do not have to bear them alone. We are yoked with One who gives sufficient grace for every time of need.  Believer’s Bible Commentary

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian

From Darkness to Light

1-minute devotion for Sunday, 11/30/25

“For he has rescued us from the dominion of darkness and brought us into the kingdom of the Son he loves, in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins.” Colossians 1:13-14

“I waited patiently for the Lord;
    he turned to me and heard my cry.
He lifted me out of the slimy pit,
    out of the mud and mire;
he set my feet on a rock
    and gave me a firm place to stand.
He put a new song in my mouth,
    a hymn of praise to our God.” Psalm 40:1-3

The following is my first attempt to write a song. I’m still learning how to use Suno, but I would like to share it with you. Comments welcomed.

🎶 YOU RESCUED ME

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian

Will God Heal My Broken Heart?

3-minute devotion for Friday, 11/28/25

“The Spirit of the Lord God is upon me, because the Lord has anointed me to bring good news to the poor; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted…” Isaiah 61:1 ESV

Has something happened to you that you haven’t been able to recover from? Rejection, betrayal, loss, abuse, and trauma can be almost impossible to get over. Maybe you have been praying for God to heal your heart for a long time, and even though you have forgiven, the pain still refuses to dissipate.

In church recently, it occurred to me that this promise might not be answered in our lifetime, but only after we get to Heaven. (I don’t know why this never occurred to me before.) So I emailed my pastor and asked him what he thought. This was his response:

“I do think it’s possible for a broken heart not to be healed this side of Heaven, but I don’t think that should be cause for despair or giving up hope that such a healing will happen. I not only believe—but know—that God is able to “bind up the brokenhearted and set the captive free.” Pastor Jeff 

Then I went to GotQuestions.org, which I knew would give me pertinent scriptures and a Christian perspective. They said,

“God never failed one of His people when they cried out to Him, and He will not fail the heartbroken Christian who cries out to Him today. He may not always answer exactly in the way we would like, but He answers according to His perfect will and timing, and, while we are waiting for the answer, His grace is sufficient.” (2 Corinthians 12:9).

David, a man after God’s own heart, suffered many heartbreaking circumstances. Each time, he recovered and became an even stronger man of God. He was no stranger to betrayal.

He writes, “If an enemy were insulting me, I could endure it; if a foe were raising himself against me, I could hide from him. But it is you, a man like myself, my companion, my close friend, with whom I once enjoyed sweet fellowship as we walked with the throng at the house of God.” (Psalm 55:12-14).

The closer the relationship, the greater the pain of betrayal. Take comfort in this:

“The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”   Psalm 34:18

Despite the pain, there is a way we can heal from betrayal. That power comes directly from God for those of us who put our hope in His unfailing love.

“…the Lord delights in those who fear him,
    who put their hope in his unfailing love.” Psalm 147:11

I put my hope in God’s unfailing love. Will you?

In His Love, Cindy

Christian

Embracing Gratitude

1-minute devotion for Thursday, November 27, 2025

“Rejoice always,  pray continually,  give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

My thoughts: Mourning for what we have lost will not bring joy, but being thankful every day for all that we do have will bring us joy!

Have a happy and joyful Thanksgiving!

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian, women

Overcoming Setbacks: A Spiritual Journey

Quote of the Week for 11/26/25

In His Love, Cindy

 

Christian

Reflecting Your Heart’s True Self

1-minute devotion for Tuesday, 11/25/25

“As water reflects the face,
    so one’s life reflects the heart.” Proverbs 27:19

I have been reading through Proverbs, and I realize the importance of this treasure of wisdom. This book should be read and studied by all young people before they go away to college, maybe even before they start high school.

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian

Come Jesus Come

1-minute devotion for Monday, 11/24/25

"He who testifies to these things says, “Yes, I am coming soon.”

"Amen. Come, Lord Jesus." Revelation 22:20

If you are living in pain, physical or in your heart, pray these words with CeCe. Someday, you won’t feel this way, maybe sooner than you think.

You can write me privately through my email: specialccd@icloud.com

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian

Finding Favor Through Truth and Kindness

1-minute devotion for Sunday, 11/23/25

“Do not let mercy and kindness and truth leave you [instead let these qualities define you];
Bind them [securely] around your neck,
Write them on the tablet of your heart.
So find favor and high esteem
In the sight of God and man.” Proverbs 3:3-4 AMP (emphasis mine)

Jesus prayed for His disciples, “Sanctify them by the truth; your word is truth.” John 17:17

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

Christian

Love In Action

1-minute devotion for Friday, 11/21/25

"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in,  I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.’

“Then the righteous will answer him, ‘Lord, when did we see you hungry and feed you, or thirsty and give you something to drink?  When did we see you a stranger and invite you in, or needing clothes and clothe you?  When did we see you sick or in prison and go to visit you?’

 “The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.’ Matthew 25:35-40

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.

 

Christian

Do You Need God’s Favor?

1-minute devotion for Thursday, 11/20/25

“Surely, Lord, you bless the righteous;
    you surround them with your favor as with a shield.” Psalm 5:12 NIV

Psalm 5 is a psalm of David, used in worship. David expresses trust in the Lord’s protection. May we do likewise.

In His Love, Cindy

All Scripture is from the NIV unless stated otherwise.