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Today as we explore the stories of the Israelites being led by the pillar of God’s presence, we’ll examine what that means for God’s leadership in our own lives. As we submit to his leadership, may we find how truly faithful he is to lead us in every single season. Open your heart to trust him afresh today, and remember he is for you. Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 13:21-22, and today's worship is Spirit Lead Me by Influence Music & Michael Ketterer. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 i

Today we will look at the stories of Moses and Isaiah. They encountered the holiness of God and were changed forever. As we look upon him, may we be changed just the same. Know that as you come before him, you are loved by him and made right with him through the blood of Jesus. He simply wants you to come. Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 3:2, and today's worship is Holy Ground by Jeremy Riddle.  ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. I

In today’s devotional, we’re going to build on the foundation we built yesterday by looking at different stories in which God made his presence known in a perspective-changing way. Today, we’ll look at Moses and the Tent of Meeting. May God make all our faces shine in his presence today, that the world would see the goodness that comes from spending meaningful time alone with God. Our Scripture for today comes from Exodus 33:7, and today's worship is Make Room (feat. Elyssa Smith) by Community Music. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. ORDE

God’s presence is real, full of love, and completely transformational. It takes what was broken and brings healing. It takes what was lost and guides us to our rightful place in the Father. It satisfies the weary, brings light to the darkness, and pours out the refreshing rain of God’s love on the dryest, deepest parts of the soul. Today we’re beginning a new series, focusing on deepening our understanding and practice of God’s presence by focusing on the reality of his presence. May God open our eyes and hearts to see and sense his nearness in a meaningful way today. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 139:7-8, and today's worship is Hide and Seek (feat. Nikki Moltz) by First15 Worship. To hear Hide and Seek again, or to follow First15 Worship, CLICK HERE _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit first15.org. You can always reach out to us on our contact

In the final devotional of this series on the Holy Spirit, we’re going to look at what God’s word has to say about the gifts of the Spirit. God has called and equipped each of us uniquely, and importantly to co-labor with him. I pray that God would reveal to you how he’s wired and gifted you in the Spirit today, that you would find joy and deeper relationship with him in walking out your unique calling on the earth. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Corinthians 12:1, and today's worship is Fullness by Elevation Worship feat. Chris Brown. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God

In today’s devotional, we’re going to explore the concept of sanctification in the Holy Spirit. Every day, every moment, God is working to mold us into his likeness. We were made in his image. And the Holy Spirit is so insightful, so good at molding us and correcting us. There is so much peace in store for us if we’ll allow God to take away anything in our life that is holding us back from what we were originally created for: to live free from sin, free from shame, free from the weight of the world, and holy and righteous in him. May you be encouraged as we open our hearts and seek sanctification in the Holy Spirit today. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Peter 1:2, and today's worship is New by Craig and Rachel Denison. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has wri

In today’s devotional, we’re going to explore how we can bear the life-giving, world-changing fruit of the Holy Spirit. Your life is meant to be marked by love, joy, and peace. And plants don’t bear fruit by trying harder, but by simply receiving abundantly whatever they need to bear fruit. May you experience the richness of God’s presence, the water of his peace, and the warmth of his love today as we seek to allow God to bear his fruit in our lives. Our Scripture for today comes from Galatians 5:22-23, and today's worship is More Like Jesus by Passion. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people

In this life there are constant lessons for us to learn. And in the Holy Spirit, we have been given an amazing teacher. In today’s devotional we’re going to explore what it means to be taught by the Holy Spirit. May we be good students of God’s word today, and allow him to guide us into a lifestyle of learning with him. For his glory, and our good. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 John 2:20, and today's worship is Speak to Me by Kathryn Scott (feat. Martin Smith) ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First1

Today we’re going to look at one of the most life giving topics we can discuss, praying with the Holy Spirit. We’ve been given an incredible gift in God that most of us fail to use enough, and that’s real communication with God himself in the Holy Spirit. I pray that your ears would be opened to hear the loving voice of your Creator today, as we discover together what it means to pray with the Holy Spirit. Our Scripture for today comes from Jude 1:20-21, and today's worship is I'm Listening by Chris McClarney feat. Hollyn. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15

Today we continue our week-long focus on the Holy Spirit by exploring what it means for us to grow in friendship with him. We’ll never have a kinder, more present friend than the God who dwells within us. May we discover the pathway he’s laid before us to grow in friendship with him today, as we take time to experience him in a fresh way. Our Scripture for today comes from Psalm 25:14, and today's worship is Breathe / What A Friend I've Found by Hillsong Worship. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15

As believers, we’ve been given the Holy Spirit as a Helper, Teacher, Friend, and seal for the promised inheritance of eternal life with God. His presence, guidance, and wisdom in our lives are our greatest gifts while here on earth. Through him we have access to direct connection with our heavenly Father. Through him we receive spiritual gifts to empower us. And through him we are able to bear the incredible fruit of abundant life. Today we begin a week long focus, looking at how we can grow in our understanding and in our relationship with the Holy Spirit. May he reveal himself to each of us in real and fresh ways this week. Our Scripture for today comes from Romans 8:14, and today's worship is Hide and Seek (feat. Nikki Moltz) by First15 Worship. To hear Hide and Seek again, or to follow First15 Worship, CLICK HERE _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs, videos and our other resources, please visit fi

As we wrap up our week on being used by God, today we’ll ask God to fill us with courage to live uncomfortably. May we bare our hearts before God, and ask him to change us, to rid us of all that hinders us. There is nothing to fear, and God is ready and excited to use us for his kingdom purposes. Will you accept his invitation? Our Scripture for today comes from Joshua 1:9, and today's worship is Stand In Your Love by Bethel Music feat. Josh Baldwin. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily d

As we begin to wrap up our week on being used by God, today we’ll explore what it means to live compassionately. This radical way of living will transform the people around you and expose them to the beautiful nature of Jesus. After we experience his great compassion for us, may we have no choice but to mimic that with others. Our Scripture for today comes from Ephesians 4:32, and today's worship is Could You Be This Good by Kristene DiMarco. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily devotiona

Today we’ll explore the concept of evangelism. There are so many fears and misconceptions wrapped up in this topic, and my hope today is that we’ll simplify it, and get straight to the heart of the issue. As we assess our hearts, may we remain soft and open to the commands and will of God for us. Our Scripture for today comes from Mark 16:15, and today's worship is O Come To The Altar by Elevation Worship feat. Israel Houghton. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and r

One of the best ways we can be used by God is by simply being ourselves. The identity Christ has given us as daughters and sons is meant to shine forth and be a witness to those around us. May you be encouraged today in your identity in Christ and freed from any unnecessary weight you’ve been carrying. Our Scripture for today comes from Matthew 5:16, and today's worship is Let There Be Light by Katie Torwalt. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig De

Being used by God requires inward humility and exaltation of Jesus as King. It’s the only way being used by the Lord can work. Today we’ll take a deeper dive in our own hearts and examine who is actually enthroned there. Our Scripture for today comes from 1 Corinthians 10:31, and today's worship is You Get The Glory by Jonathan Traylor. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a daily devotional written and recorded by Craig Denison. If you would like to learn more about the First15 app, books, blogs

If we are going to be used by God, we must first acknowledge that he is already at work all around us, and that his work isn’t contingent upon us. This is not something we’re starting up. The weight is not on our shoulders—the pressure is off. I hope today you’re freed up to be used by God out of joy and delight rather than obligation or stress. Our Scripture for today comes from Philippians 2:13, and today's worship is All Things Right by Cameron Moder. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for your donation to help more people experience God the first 15 minutes of their day. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY!   _____ First15 is a dai

In response to God’s work in our hearts, we are called to share the wonders of his invisible nature with a world in desperate need of him. God has chosen to use us to reveal himself. He’s filled us with the Spirit and empowered us to proclaim the good news of salvation and restored relationship with our Creator. May you discover this week that you were made to share God’s heart. And may you find joy and passion in God’s longing to use you in powerful and unique ways. Our Scripture for today comes from Ephesians 2:10, and today's worship is Build My Life by Pat Barrett feat. Cory Asbury. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for y

Today as we wrap up our week of diving deeper into the fullness of life available to us, we’ll explore what it means to gain spiritual eyes. Our human perspective is so utterly limited this side of heaven. We see ourselves, God, and others incorrectly on a regular basis. To experience the fullness of life, it’s imperative that we take up God’s perspective on all things and allow him to enlighten the eyes of our hearts. May you walk away from today with a new, eternal perspective. Our Scripture for today comes from Ephesians 1:18, and today's worship is More to Me by Steffany Gretzinger. ________ Do you ever feel like life just happens to you?  Instead of choosing the things that fill your day, does life always somehow sweep you up into its endless flow of expectations and obligations?   If so, there’s a better way! It’s called a Rule of Life, and Craig Denison has written a new book about creating your own Rule of Life called Living Intentionally. We’d love to put a copy in your hands to say thanks for y

Pre-Order Your Copy of Living Intentionally Here! According to a recent Business Insider study, the average iPhone user reaches for their phone 2,616 times per day.  That’s A LOT. In case you’ve missed it, over the past few weeks in our First15 Podcast Conversations we’ve been talking about how to live intentionally in every area of our lives. Today, we’re talking about what I think is the biggest obstacle to our success… media consumption. You may be thinking I’m going to tell you that social media is evil, but that’s not the case. But I do think that media, in general, is designed to capture our attention, and will take over as much space as we allow in our lives.  I hope you’ll join me, Rachel, and Josh as we each share the unique boundaries we have set up for our media consumption, as well as the tips we share for maintaining a healthy media relationship in your own life! Pre-Order Your Copy of Living Intentionally Here!