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06/19/2026

Sitting in the Still: A 7-Day Devotional by Jessica Hardrick

Read Genesis 28:10-17

DAY 3

SITTING IN THE STILL: GOD IS HERE

Many of us have been in an impossible situation where we couldn’t see a way out. Whether we experienced an unfavorable medical diagnosis, a job loss, or the loss of a loved one, it can be hard to see or find God in these moments. These are moments where we feel trapped, where we feel our back is against the wall and there is no way out.

In the Bible, we witness Jacob running from a situation he created. Based on his actions, one might say Jacob didn’t deserve to have God’s favor upon him, as Jacob had been deceitful, even what some would call dishonest. I am sure Jacob felt God was not with him on his journey. As Jacob lay in a desolate place, hopeless, running from all the wrong he had done, God visited him. Amid the mess Jacob created, I doubt he expected to find God in this place. Yet even in his mess, God visited him in a dream and gave Jacob confirmation of His presence in his darkest hour.

Before this divine visit from God, Jacob may have felt alone, scared, and lost. He may have felt there was no point in asking God for help or grace. Just like Jacob, we often shut ourselves off from God when we feel we aren’t worthy or when we think God has wronged us. The good news is even in our darkest times, God never leaves us, even when He seems silent on our issues.

Once Jacob found out that God was still with him, he had the courage to move forward on his path, knowing that God would go with him and protect him. This may have been the beginning of his personal relationship with God. Jacob may have known of God from his Father’s relationship with God but had yet to experience and establish his relationship. Through strife and turbulent times, in a quiet time, he found a real relationship with God.

If you are in a situation today that feels impossible, take time to pause, pray, and look for God right where you are, He’s there. Even though it may seem still and quiet, continue to seek God, He is there, and in His timing, He will reveal Himself. God never leaves us, but He waits for us to accept His invitation to walk through life with Him. Just as Jacob realized He needed to move forward with God and walk in His protection, God is waiting on us to do the same in our situation. Will you accept His invitation?

06/18/2026

Sitting in the Still: A 7-Day Devotional by Jessica Hardrick

DAY 2

SITTING IN THE STILL: WHAT TO DO, WHEN GOD SAYS NOTHING.

There have been times that I have heard God speak, moved into position awaiting further instructions, and heard nothing for a very long time. There are also times when God has given me a promise, and it came upon me before I had time to digest it all. There is a purpose for times like this and times when it has taken years to walk into God’s promise over my life.

I remember being young and single in one season of my life. I was very single, the kind of single where there isn’t a possible suitable mate in sight. I knew that marriage had been spoken over my life many years ago, so I carried this promise with me. I never doubted God’s plan for my life, but I did turn over every rock looking for it. Sometimes I was so afraid that I would miss God by not dating. I would worry if I dismissed someone too quickly, even when the person didn’t feel right for me. I didn’t want to miss God, so I continued to search through his silence.

I am sure many of the choices I made during those silent times, trying to “assist God,” may have delayed God’s promise for my life. I made choices that caused me to experience more heartache than God planned for me on this journey. Like Sarah, I thought God needed my help. Instead of fully experiencing the “still places” God set for me, I tried to help God and speed up the process.

Looking back, I see where those “still places” prepared me for where I am now. Those still places taught me faith and perseverance and allowed me to experience some things I needed to go through to get to where I am now. I have been married seven years now, and in my heart, I know this is the place God destined for me.

What do you do in the time between God laying a promise in your heart or speaking it over your life and the moment you walk into it? You pause. You prepare. You wait. You allow God to work in and through you. God knows what you will need for the destination ahead, and I believe he prepares you in the “still places.” While we think God has forgotten about us, he’s doing his most important work in these quiet times.

06/17/2026

Sitting in the Still: A 7-Day Devotional by Jessica Hardrick

Read Genesis 15:2-6, 16:1-4, 18:9-15, 21:1-6

DAY 1

SITTING IN THE STILL: IN THE STILL PLACES

As we begin, we will look at someone who received a promise from God well before they could ever enjoy it. The story of Sarah and Abraham always gives me the perseverance to press on when promises seem so far away.

God often gives us the promise way before he gives us the process. God told Sarah she would birth a child in her old age, but God never told her what age that would be. God also didn’t ask Sarah to assist him in bringing his promise to pass. As time passed, Sarah and Abraham didn’t see or hear anything from God concerning the promise he gave them. They began to think God needed their help to accomplish his promise to them. How many times are we guilty of this as well?

God gives us our destination before he gives us our directions. Maybe to provide us hope, as we are sitting in still places where it feels as if nothing is happening. A still place is important because it is where our faith is exhibited and strengthened. We learn lessons, obedience, patience, and perseverance in the still place.

It is crucial that we stay faithful in the still places rather than attempting to hasten the process by doing anything to assist God. We also don’t want to emotionally make a decision, to move on to something we think God would have us to do.

In the still place, we learn to identify God’s voice and his silence. If we make a false move without hearing God, we could jeopardize the promise God has given us or delay it. Sarah and Abraham did decide to make a move without God. They didn’t forfeit God’s promise, but they did add unnecessary stress to both their lives and the lives of others.

Often in our haste to reach a promise, we try to step in and help God like Sarah and Abraham, adding undo stress to a stress-free promise. Don’t compromise your promise by refusing to wait on God in the still place. Allow God to complete his work in and for you. Get all that God has for you by simply enjoying the still and holding onto his promises. Don’t move, don’t doubt, don’t complain, or strategize, simply be still and wait. God has a plan for his promise and your life.

06/16/2026

30 Famous Bible Verses Explained from Life.Church - Day 30

Read Revelation 21:1-6

Bible Verse 30
“‘He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death’ or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.” Revelation 21:4 NIV

Why Is This Verse Famous?
This verse paints one of the most hopeful pictures in the Bible, of the future God has for His people.

A Short Explanation of the Verse
These words come from a vision given to John at the very end of the Bible. In that vision, he saw God’s ultimate plan for the world: Everything broken will be made new. Pain, death, mourning, and tears—all the things that have weighed down human history—will end.

This promise doesn’t erase the reality of our pain right now. John himself wrote these words while living in exile, cut off from his community and suffering for his faith. He knew life was full of horrific pain, yet he held on to this vision as proof that suffering isn’t permanent.

The hope here is deeply personal. God doesn’t just end pain in a general sense, He wipes away every tear, showing His care for each person. The future John describes isn’t cold or distant, but filled with God’s presence, healing, and love.

What Could This Verse Mean for You?
If you’re grieving or hurting, know that God sees your pain and promises a future where sorrow is gone forever. Hold on to that hope; your story isn’t over.

What Now?
Now you’ve read 30 famous verses spread across the whole Bible. What will you do next? Think about the verses you’ve read. Did one stand out as particularly interesting or meaningful? If so, go back to that verse and explore the whole chapter or book.

It’s summer time and July 4th is right around the corner!! Here are some patriotic themed wedding ideas compliments of P...
06/15/2026

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06/15/2026

30 Famous Bible Verses Explained from Life.church - Day 29

Read James 1:2-8

Bible Verse 29
Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. James 1:2-3 NIV

Why Is This Verse Famous?
This verse is often quoted because it flips our perspective on hardship. Instead of trials being meaningless, James says they can actually shape us into stronger, more resilient people.

A Short Explanation of the Verse
James was writing to suffering people, and his advice sounds surprising: “Consider it joy” when life gets hard.

He wasn’t saying we should enjoy pain or pretend it doesn’t hurt. Instead, he was pointing out that trials can do something in us. They can grow perseverance, deepen our trust in God, and help us become people who are steady and strong.

Pain usually feels pointless in the moment. But James insists there is purpose in it. When we choose to lean on God during our struggles, we can discover comfort, strength, and even joy—not because the trial is good, but because God is with us in it.

What Could This Verse Mean for You?
If you’re walking through something hard, you don’t have to fake a smile. But you can know your pain isn’t wasted. It can be the place where your faith grows deeper and where you find God closer than ever.

06/14/2026

30 Famous Bible Verses Explained from Life.church - Day 28

Read 2 Timothy 1:6-10

Bible Verse 28
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline. 2 Timothy 1:7 NIV

Why Is This Verse Famous?
This verse is often shared with people who feel anxious, insecure, or afraid. It reminds us that fear does not have to define us because God has already given us what we need.

A Short Explanation of the Verse
Paul wrote these words to Timothy, a young leader who may have struggled with confidence. Paul reminded him that fear and timidity don’t come from God. Instead, God’s Spirit fills us with power, love, and self-discipline.

God’s gift of power through His Spirit means we are not powerless against our daily challenges. The love He gives us means our courage is rooted in caring for others, not in pride or aggression. And self-discipline from God’s Spirit means we can grow into steady, faithful people who make wise choices.

Fear is natural, and it’s not a sin to feel afraid. But this verse reminds Christians to stop dwelling in fear and letting it hold us back from God’s calling.

What Could This Verse Mean for You?
When fear tells you you’re not enough, remember you don’t have to face life on your own. God offers courage, love, and strength to anyone willing to receive

06/13/2026

30 Famous Bible Verses Explained from Life.church - Day 27

Read Philippians 4:4-9

Bible Verse 27
Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 NIV

Why Is This Verse Famous?
This verse is loved because it offers hope for people living with worry and stress. It points to a way of finding peace that doesn’t depend on life being perfect.

A Short Explanation of the Verse
When you feel anxious, what’s the first thing you do? Most of us try to fix it, distract ourselves, or bottle it up. Paul suggests something different: Bring your anxiety to God in prayer.

He says to pray with gratitude, which doesn’t mean pretending everything is fine. It means taking time to thank God for the good in your life even while you ask Him for help. Gratitude shifts our perspective and reminds us we’re not alone.

Paul’s promise is that God can give peace that doesn’t always make sense. It’s not about the outcome magically changing but about experiencing calm in the middle of chaos.

What Could This Verse Mean for You?
If worry weighs you down, try bringing it to God in prayer and mixing it with gratitude. You may find a peace that goes deeper than your circumstances.

Read more about the purpose of prayer.

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