1. How do you respond when false rumors or gossip are spread about you? 2. When you face opposition or slander, do you stand firm in the truth, or are you tempted to compromise? Truthful lips endure forever, but a lying tongue lasts only a moment. Proverbs 12:19 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree

1. When your plans don't go the way you envisioned, how do you respond to God's unexpected direction in your life? 2. How do you handle rejection and setbacks while trusting that God’s bigger plan is still unfolding for you? Many are the plans in a person's heart, but it is the Lord's purpose that prevails. Proverbs 19:21 NIV 365 Christian Men Link…

1. How can focusing on the immediate world around you rather than distant goals lead to a more impactful service for God? 2. In what ways can you use your current circumstances and limitations to influence those closest to you with God's message? His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I …

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1. When life's challenges knock you down, how do you seek Christ's peace that surpasses all understanding? 2. After finding that peace, how do you share it with others facing similar struggles? I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world, you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world. John 16:33 …

1. Are you intentionally living out Jesus' teachings? How can you better align with them? 2. How do you respond when you see a disconnect between what the church teaches and what Jesus calls us to do? Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God's wi…

1. When you face challenges, do you trust God to guide you, even when the path isn't clear? 2. How open is your heart to receiving spiritual treasures from God, and what might be blocking you? Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree…

1. How can pursuing a seemingly impossible goal reflect your faith in God's support and guidance in your life? 2. What steps can you take to align your personal ambitions with a higher purpose, inspired by a vision that integrates both spiritual and physical challenges? I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenw…

September 4. Vince Bousselaire. For twenty-one years, Vince was a meat cutter for King Soopers. When he was 39, he became a pastor, and about three years later, he got interested in mountaineering with a twist. Vince summited all the mountains in Colorado that stood at least 14,000 feet high—the 14ers. Many of them twice. Vince saw a correlation be…

1. How can you demonstrate Christ's love through your actions, even when others are hostile towards you? 2. In what ways can you live out your faith so that others see Christ in you without needing words? Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live a…

September 3. Sádhu Sundar Singh. Sundar was desperate to know the truth about life. He knew it must mean something. In his extremity, he cried out for the One-in-charge to reveal himself—or Sundar would end his own life right then. And Jesus, the Messiah, revealed Himself to Sundar and recruited him to feed His sheep. On this date in 1905, Sundar w…

1. How can you intentionally show God's love to someone today, even in small, unnoticed ways? 2. In what ways can you help others feel valued and loved through simple acts of kindness? I said, ‘Plant the good seeds of righteousness, and you will harvest a crop of love. Plow up the hard ground of your hearts, for now is the time to seek the Lord, th…

September 2. Deano Sargent. Deano was a man who loved God, loved his neighbor, and loved to farm. He was a faithful man. A faithful man who did the job at hand, cared for the people at hand, and didn’t worry himself about getting to the top. Here’s his story. When you value God’s people, they begin to see their […] The post Deano Sargent, US, Farme…

1. When faced with desperation, how can you trust in God's rescue plan and recognize it in your life? 2. In times of struggle, how can you ensure you reach out to God and have the right support? The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree…

September 1. Alok. Alok was a young man in India—a young man who faced addiction and deception and thought running away was his only choice. But one day, during Alok’s private devotions, God spoke to him and sent him on a whole new adventure. God gave Alok a new life of purpose. Now Alok leads a group dedicated to planting churches in northern Indi…

1. How are you investing in the future of those around you through trust and responsibility? 2. Are you willing to help someone grow by trusting them with a challenge? What impact could that trust have on their life and yours? Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it. Proverbs 22:6 NIV 365 …

August 31. Andy Kellywood. Andy was the maintenance man for Navajo Ministries. And he was eager to help boys who needed help. The director had his hands full with three particular boys, ages nine to fifteen. They ran together, sneaked out at night, and caused trouble. So the director assigned the boys to work for […] The post Andy Kellywood, US, Ma…

1. When faced with personal struggles and feelings of inadequacy, how do you find hope and assurance in God's unconditional love and forgiveness? 2. In moments of moral failure and deep disappointment, how do you remind yourself of God's constant presence and acceptance despite your actions? For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathi…

August 30. Christopher Todd. On this date in 1995, Christopher began a spiritual-healing program, a long struggle from darkness to light. The place beyond God’s love doesn’t exist. At twelve-years-old, Christopher struggled with conflicting realities. In church, he was taught that God could not remain in the presence of sin. But Christopher had a s…

1. When facing unexpected crises and losing what you hold dear, how do you shift your focus from material loss to finding hope and serving others? 2. In times of personal or communal disaster, how can you keep your faith strong and find ways to support and reconnect with those around you? Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wast…

August 29. Fred Luter Jr. Luter was a young man when he crashed his motorcycle and met the Lord Jesus. He called the crash his “Road to Damascus moment.” He went on to become a powerful Christian pastor, and he enjoyed success until—on this day in 2005, Hurricane Katrina flooded the church and forced the […] The post Fred Luter Jr, US, Minister fir…

1. How are you standing up for justice and equality in your everyday life, even when it’s difficult? 2. When faced with opposition, how do you maintain your faith and continue to pursue what’s right? Learn to do right; seek justice. Defend the oppressed. Take up the cause of the fatherless; plead the case of the widow. Isaiah 1:17 NIV 365 Christian…

August 28. Martin Luther King Jr. King started college when he was 15, and he questioned religion in general. But by the time he became a senior, he had met the Lord Jesus and knew His love and goodness. King went on to seminary, where the president was outspoken about civil rights in America. King […] The post Martin Luther King Jr, US, Civil Righ…

1. What long-term impact could your dedication today have on future generations? 2. How are you using your skills and resources to build something that will outlast you? Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It i…

August 27. Henry Dunster. Dunster was an English Puritan and a preacher who looked for religious freedom in the New World. Three weeks after he arrived in Boston, the Harvard search committee offered Dunster a job. On this day in 1640, Dunster became the first president of Harvard. During his tenure, the first Harvard buildings […] The post Henry D…

1. How can you show mercy today instead of just seeking justice? 2. What might God be asking you to give to someone in need this week? He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree…

August 26. John Winthrop. Winthrop was elected governor of Massachusetts Bay Colony, which Winthrop called,“a city upon a hill, before the Puritans ever left England. The great hope was that the settlement would allow them to pursue their religious beliefs without persecution. Punishment can correct the offender; mercy can restore him. Winthrop wat…

1. When you seek truth in your life, does it lead you to genuine transformation or to further dissatisfaction? 2. How does this transformation reflect in your character, and how noticeable is it to those around you? Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here! 2 Corinthians 5:17 NIV 365 Christian …

August 25. Lee Strobel. Lee has won multiple awards as the legal editor of The Chicago Tribune and is a New York Times best-selling author of more than forty books and curricula that have sold fourteen million copies. At Colorado Christian University, Lee is president of the Lee Strobel Center for Evangelism and Applied Apologetics. […] The post Le…

1. Is your faith based on circumstances, or are you building a real relationship with God? How do you respond when things don't go as you expect? 2. How can you shift your perspective to trust Him more? My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever. Psalm 73:26 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree…

August 24. Mike Lynch. Mike was a US Army gunner who got knocked for a horrific loop. Today’s story shows how Mike handled it. On this date in 2018, Mike decided it was time for him to forgive God. A genie, God is not—not found in a bottle or a magic lamp, but in a […] The post Mike Lynch, US, Army MP first appeared on 365 Christian Men.…

1. When you face the aftermath of poor choices, how do you find hope and healing through faith? 2. How can reaching out for support and putting God first help you overcome life's toughest challenges? 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 roc…

August 23. Rodney Williams. Rodney’s life was already in a downward swirl when a meth lab blew up in his face. And God met Rodney there in his pain. On this date in 2008, Rodney’s life story was performed on stage. Listen to this. Has life blown up in your face? Reach up. If the […] The post Rodney Williams, US, Pastor first appeared on 365 Christi…

1. When someone wrongs you deeply, what would it take for you to truly forgive them and move on? 2. Is holding onto bitterness worth the cost? How can forgiveness set you free? Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in …

August 22. Tamrat Layne. Layne was a guerrilla fighter, and as part of a junta, he became Ethiopia’s Prime Minister from 1991 to 1995. Ethiopia’s Supreme Court found him guilty of embezzlement and sentenced him to 18 years in prison. He never stopped saying he wasn’t guilty all the time he was being held in […] The post Tamrat Layne, Ethiopia, Prim…

1. When stress overwhelms you, where do you turn for refuge? How might time alone with God bring you strength? 2. In crisis, do you rely on performance or God's peace? How can embracing God’s grace change your response? My salvation and my honor depend on God; He is my mighty rock, my refuge. Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hea…

August 21. Jeff Voth. Jeff grew up primarily in Colorado but now lives in Oklahoma. He has written three books that evolved out of his personal walk with Christ. He is the founder and director of an international men’s ministry called Cavetime, which challenges men to practice five disciplines in their daily lives. […] The post Jeff Voth, US, Cavem…

1. When you fail, do you see it as a reason to stop or a step toward success? How can you turn setbacks into growth opportunities? 2. What fear is keeping you from trying again? For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes. Proverbs 24:16 NIV 365 Christian Men Linktree…

August 20. Nick Vujicic. Though Nick was born without arms or legs, in 2005—when he was only 17—Nick founded Life Without Limbs, an international non-profit ministry whose mission is to spread the gospel and unite the body of Christ. Nick says he keeps a pair of shoes in his closet because he believes in miracles. […] The post Nick Vujicic, US, Eva…

1. Are you willing to face danger to fulfill God's call? What bold step can you take today? 2. Is your faith strong enough to endure challenges? What changes might you need to make to fully embrace your calling? We are hard pressed on every side, but not crushed; perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not des…

August 19. Li De Xian. Pastor Li has been arrested so many times he’s lost count. Arrested and treated brutally for illegal preaching. He keeps a go-bag ready, not for jet-setting, but for the next arrest. It contains a blanket and a change of clothes. Don’t settle for safe; do what you’re called to do. […] The post Li De Xian, China, Pastor first …

1. How are you using the resources you currently have to fulfill God's calling in your life, even if they seem small or insignificant? 2. When faced with uncertainty, do you trust that God is guiding you, even if you can't see the full picture? Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much, and whoever is dishonest with very…

August 18. Denzel Washington. Denzel was the son of a preacher and a hairstylist. Denzel says, “I was what they call ‘throwing rocks at the penitentiary,’ but I never hit it.” He adds, “I never got caught…. But I also knew right from wrong, so I never wanted to go too far.” Proactively, his mother […] The post Denzel Washington, US, Actor first app…

1. In the midst of a demanding schedule, how are you prioritizing rest to ensure long-term effectiveness in your work and faith? 2. How can you build intentional rest into your routine to maintain balance and sustain your commitment to your calling? Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he s…

August 17. John Mott. John came to faith in Christ when he was an undergrad at Cornell. He was among the first hundred students to sign up in Dwight Moody’s summer conference in Massachusetts. The pledge was, “It is my purpose, if God permit, to become a foreign missionary.” John was still a student when […] The post John R. Mott, US, Missionary fi…

1. How can you address feelings of betrayal and choose forgiveness instead of resentment? 2. In what ways can you find healing and move forward after trust has been broken? Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everyone. If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. Do not ta…

August 16. Michael Lyles. Michael is a psychiatrist in Georgia who loves God and demonstrates it by loving the people God has created. Today’s story takes place when Michael was 14 years old and attending a new school in a new city. Here’s what happened. Sometimes you get betrayed; what do you do with the […] The post Michael Lyles, US, Psychiatris…

1. How can you use your position or resources to serve those in need, rather than seeking personal gain or recognition? 2. In what ways can you actively seek out opportunities to help those who might feel overlooked or marginalized in your community? For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom f…

August 15. William Gladstone. Gladstone worked for equal opportunity for people, including self-rule in Ireland. He strove toward those goals for the four terms he was England’s prime minister, and he kept fighting for the causes he believed in, even when he wasn’t in office. Gladstone’s belief in God colored all his adult choices, and […] The post…

1. How do you respond when faced with the choice to sacrifice for someone else, even if it costs you everything? 2. When confronted with injustice and suffering, how can you embody love and courage in your actions? And if you spend yourselves in behalf of the hungry and satisfy the needs of the oppressed, then your light will rise in the darkness, …