First Presbyterian Church of Garner

09/09/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-09

The constant hum of my refrigerator had become such familiar background noise that I barely noticed it. But then during a power outage, the sudden silence felt deafening. As I sat in the darkness with a flashlight, I realized how much noise usually filled my life — electronics, traffic, and e...

09/08/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-08

I like to collect empty jars that I put to good use. I fill some with liquid hand soap that I make myself. One jar stores my collection of buttons — if I need to sew a pair of eyes onto a stuffed elephant or hippo, I know just where to look! I crocheted a decorative covering for one of my bi...

09/06/2026

Sunday Morning Worship Service

09/04/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-04

Life’s challenges can be overwhelming, but Jesus’ joy is always available to us and does not depend on our circumstances. In John 15:11 Jesus said, “I have said these things to you so that my joy may be in you and that your joy may be complete.” This joy is a gift from Jesus, residing within...

09/03/2026

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09/03/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-03

I’ve always been a big girl and felt pressure internally and externally to be a small girl. I started my first diet at age thirteen. I exercised strenuously and severely limited my food intake. I quickly lost weight, but when I tried to return to normal eating habits, I started bingeing. So...

09/02/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-02

I had volunteered at a church event to distribute food and help clean up. Initially this felt like an insignificant job, and I was reluctant. My friends were on stage leading worship, hosting, and preaching, while I was cleaning up in the back. I began to feel left out. However, I gradually...

09/01/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-09-01

Although my mother worked full-time and we had few material possessions as a family, she was always generous with her time and helped those in need — without expecting to be repaid for her kindness. As gracious as she was at giving, she was not always gracious at receiving. I suspect that her...

08/31/2026

https://www.upperroom.org/devotionals/en-2026-08-31

Early each Saturday morning I eagerly await a text from my son that simply says, “Breakfast?” I quickly respond, “Yes, be over shortly.” I drive to his house and pick him up, and off we go to our favorite breakfast restaurant. This special one-on-one time with my son is one of the highlight....

08/30/2026

Sunday Morning Worship