Patience

We don’t have to participate in the atmosphere of vitriol that pervades our culture. God has called us to a better way. We are to demonstrate His kindness through the way we treat others and what we say to them. As bestselling author, Dr. Tony Evans, explores in these devotions, we can make a difference by practicing intentional kindness in the midst of all the darkness in our culture.

Try a Little Kindness

We know we’re supposed to spend time with God, pray, and study His Word. But we don’t always know how to make that happen—or how to be truly refreshed and changed by the experience. In this 7-day study, Jane Johnson shows you how diving into God’s Word in fresh, full-to-the-brim ways in seasons of waiting can fill your life to overflowing. Because His mercies are new. Every single morning.  

Mercy Like Morning: A 7-Day Devotional

There are many seasons in life where it feels like we are stagnant. Waiting for the next step, for life to change or God to move. In these seasons it's sometimes hard to imagine if God is still there with us. This plan is designed to encourage and strengthen you in those times of waiting. God is working in the waiting and we can hold firm to His promises. 

Real Hope: Patience in the Waiting

A classic song says that “waiting is the hardest part.” Sarah probably felt like that as the years slipped by and God’s promise remained unfulfilled. But Sarah learned the value of waiting on God. She is one of several biblical characters highlighted in the book, Kingdom Heroes, by bestselling author, Dr. Tony Evans. He can show you how to be a kingdom hero, too!

Sarah: Waiting for God’s Promise

Anger is a human emotion that God doesn’t condemn. The Lord understands that it can happen. You are a human being, not a superhero! So, anger in itself is not a sin. However, the Bible encourages us to not hold on to it…“‘Be angry, and do not sin’. This plan will teach you what the Bible says about anger and how you can deal with your anger.

Free From Anger

You aren't alone if you find waiting difficult. It's especially difficult in this culture of instant gratification. Join us at Abide as we meditate on the biblical gems of the "Wisdom in Waiting."		

Wisdom in Waiting

Is it true that there is a “dying to live?” Certainly, there are scenarios in life where we must die to ourselves, to our pride and to our inner control-freak in order to live at peace with others. Life can be exhausting if we think we are in charge of the world. Let’s discuss a new place of freedom.

Dying to Live

Waiting. Waiting. Waiting. No one enjoys waiting. You may have heard it said, “It’s not about the destination, it’s about the journey." But what happens when the journey has you stalled?

While We Wait

The greatest call for Christian moms is to know God and help others know Him, too. The readings in this 8-day plan are selected from the NIV Mom's Devotional Bible, offering encouragement and a wise perspective as you seek to grow in the area of patience and godly character.