by Nicole Smithee | Nov 26, 2025 | Life
There’s a moment in Matthew 4 that always stops me in my tracks. “At once they left their nets and followed him.” — Matthew 4:20 NIV “At once.” Not after they wrapped up their to-do list. Not after they prayed about it for six months. Not after things felt more...
by Nicole Smithee | Nov 17, 2025 | Devotionals
“I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you.” — Psalm 119:11 NIV Psalm 119, written by King David, reads like a love letter to God’s Word. It’s also the longest psalm in Scripture—a fitting reflection of David’s deep reverence and gratitude...
by Nicole Smithee | Nov 3, 2025 | Devotionals
15 When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” he said, “you know that I love you.” Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.” 16 Again Jesus said, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He answered,...
by Nicole Smithee | Oct 31, 2025 | Life
Have you ever noticed how much we crave being chosen? Whether it’s being picked for a team, selected for a promotion, or even just invited to the group text—it feels good to be wanted, doesn’t it? But if we’re honest, life doesn’t always make us feel that way....
by Nicole Smithee | Oct 27, 2025 | Devotionals
Then Jesus said to the crowds and to his disciples: 2 “The teachers of the law and the Pharisees sit in Moses’ seat. 3 So you must be careful to do everything they tell you. But do not do what they do, for they do not practice what they preach. 4 They tie up heavy,...
