As we mark World Tourism Day, we're reminded of the importance of connection. Just as tourism brings us closer to new places and people, our faith journey is meant to be shared with others. In Ecclesiastes 4:9-10, we see that God designed us to live in community, supporting one another along the way. Today, let’s celebrate the people God has placed in our lives and commit to encouraging and uplifting each other as we continue this journey together. In all things, remember: we were never meant to walk this road alone!

On this day in history, Sir Francis Drake completed his three-year circumnavigation of the globe, a journey that required great patience and trust. In the same way, we are called to trust in God's perfect timing, even when life doesn’t move according to our plans. As Ecclesiastes 3:1 reminds us, there is a season for everything under heaven. Today, commit to waiting on God with faith, trusting that His delays are not denials but opportunities for growth.

On National Fitness Day, let’s not just think about our physical health but also our spiritual fitness. Just as physical training keeps us healthy, growing in our relationship with God requires intentionality and perseverance. 1 Timothy 4:8 reminds us that godliness holds promise not just for this life but for eternity. Today, commit to strengthening your spiritual muscles by diving into God’s Word and trusting in His grace for every moment.

Today marks the start of new adventures for many, especially students across the UK as the academic year begins. Whether you’re facing the excitement of university life or stepping into a new chapter, God’s presence goes with you. Joshua 1:9 reminds us to be strong and courageous, knowing that the Lord is with us wherever we go. Whatever new beginning you’re facing, trust in God’s plan and lean on Him for strength.

As we step into the Autumn Equinox on Monday 23rd September 2024, we’re reminded that just as the seasons change, so do the seasons of our lives. Ecclesiastes 3:1 tells us there’s a season for everything, and whether we’re in a time of growth or waiting, we can trust that God is working in every moment. This new season is an opportunity to reflect on where we are and what God might be teaching us. As the leaves fall, let’s open our hearts to the new things God is doing.

On this Sunday 22nd September 2024, we reflect on the theme of waiting on God’s perfect timing. Just as freedom didn’t come immediately when Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation in 1862, sometimes God’s plans for our lives don’t unfold as quickly as we’d like. 2 Peter 3:9 reminds us that God is never slow in keeping His promises, and His timing is always perfect. Let’s choose to rest in Him today, trusting that He is working all things together for good.

On this International Day of Peace, we are reminded that true peace comes not from the absence of conflict but from the presence of God. In Mark 4:35-41, we see Jesus calming the storm, but before He brought peace to the situation, He had peace within Himself. As followers of Christ, we are invited to experience that same peace—one that surpasses all understanding, no matter what storms we face. Today, where do you need God’s peace most? Let’s focus on Jesus, trusting that He can calm the chaos in our hearts.

On this seemingly ordinary Friday 20th September 2024, it’s easy to feel like nothing special is happening. But that’s the beauty of God’s plan—He works through every moment, even the ones that seem insignificant. Just as Joseph’s life was filled with ordinary, difficult days, God was shaping him for something greater. In Romans 8:28, we’re reminded that God works all things for good for those who love Him. Today, let’s trust that even in the ordinary, God is doing extraordinary things.

On this day in 1783, the Montgolfier brothers took a bold leap by launching the first living creatures into the sky in a hot air balloon. This moment in history serves as a reminder of the faith we often need in life’s unknowns. Proverbs 3:5-6 encourages us to trust in the Lord with all our hearts, even when we don’t have the full picture. Today, ask yourself: What’s your hot air balloon moment? Where is God calling you to step out in faith? Let’s trust in His plan and take that leap, knowing He’s got the landing in His hands.

On this day in 1970, the world lost legendary guitarist Jimi Hendrix, a reminder that even the brightest lives can be brief. Reflecting on this, today’s devotion encourages us to consider the gift of time and trust in God’s perfect timing. Using scriptures such as Psalm 90:12 and Isaiah 40:31, we explore how God’s timing is always better than ours, even when we can’t see it. On this seemingly ordinary Wednesday, let’s slow down, trust in His plan, and take comfort in knowing that He is always at work in our lives.