Faith for Everyday
Faith for Everyday is a daily podcast dedicated to guiding youth through modern challenges with timeless Biblical wisdom. Each approximately 10-minute episode offers scriptural insights and practical encouragement to strengthen faith in everyday life. New episodes are released daily.
Spending time in God’s Word is essential for spiritual growth, yet many people struggle with where to start. Some feel intimidated by the Bible’s depth, while others become discouraged or overwhelmed by life’s challenges. If you’ve ever felt that way, this devotional is for you.
"Faith for Every Day" is designed as a simple yet powerful guide to help you engage with Scripture daily. You don’t have to start on January 1st—this podcast is meant to be picked up at any time of the year. Each daily devotion stands on its own, addressing real-life struggles while pointing you back to God’s truth.
Throughout this journey, we will explore topics such as anxiety, depression, rejection, and uncertainty—struggles that are all too common today. But you’re not alone. The Bible is filled with stories of people who faced similar challenges and found strength in God. By looking at their experiences, we can find encouragement, hope, and guidance for our own lives.
Whether you’re a new believer seeking direction or a seasoned Christian looking for fresh inspiration, this podcast will meet you where you are. My prayer is that as you go through these devotionals, you will be encouraged to dig deeper into God’s Word, grow in faith, and draw closer to Him daily.
Let’s embark on this journey together—one day at a time, one step closer to God.
Faith for Everyday
Wisdom For Tough Choices
Decisions stack up fast, and the loudest voices aren’t always the wisest. Today we lean into a steady promise from James 1:5: if you lack wisdom, ask God, who gives generously and without shame. We explore how that one line can reframe daily choices, relieve the pressure to perform, and replace the noise of opinions with guidance that brings peace.
We walk through why admitting “I don’t know” is an act of faith, not failure, and how humility opens the door to real discernment. You’ll hear a clear breakdown of the verse’s tone—no hesitation, no fine print—and what it means for students choosing a path, professionals facing ethical tension, or anyone navigating betrayal, temptation, or uncertainty. Instead of chasing hot takes, we look at how wisdom arrives through Scripture, trustworthy counsel, inner peace that aligns with truth, and providential next steps.
This is a hands-on invitation to ask, trust, and listen. We offer simple practices for praying specifically, testing what you sense, and taking the next faithful step without getting stuck in analysis. If you’re tired of guessing your way forward, this conversation will help you move with clarity and calm under a generous God who does not ration insight or shame your questions.
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Seeking wisdom from above. James chapter 1 verse 5. If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God that give it to all men liberally and upbraid it not, and it shall be given him. Hello and welcome to day 292 of Faith for Everyday. Today we turn our focus to a powerful truth about decision making, discernment, and direction. God giveth wisdom, and he gives it liberally. James chapter 1 verse 5 says, If any of you lack wisdom, let him ask of God that giveth to all men liberally and operate not, and it shall be given him. Notice the tone of this verse. There is no hesitation, no uncertainty, no fine print. If you lack wisdom, ask. And when you ask, he gives. In life, we are faced with decisions big and small, from what college to attend to how to handle a friend's betrayal. From where to work to how to respond when you are tempted. And sometimes it feels like everyone has advice, but not all advice is good. God offers something better than opinion. Not the kind you find on social media, but wisdom from above. Wisdom that cuts through confusion. Wisdom that brings peace. Wisdom that aligns with truth. Let us break this verse down a little bit more. If any of you lack wisdom, it is not a sign of weakness, it is a mark of humility. To admit you need help is not failure, it is faith. And the good news is, every one of us qualifies. We all face moments where we do not know what to do next. Then James says, Let him ask of God. God is not hiding wisdom behind some locked gate. He invites you to ask. And how does he give? That giveth to all men liberally. That means generously. God does not ration wisdom. He is not stingy. He pours it out freely, abundantly, and graciously. And he does it without scolding and obrad it not. In other words, he will not shame you for asking. He will not say, You should already know this. No, he meets you and your honest request with open hands. And finally, the promise. And it shall be given him. Not maybe, not if you're lucky, not if you've earned it, but it shall be given. When you ask God for wisdom with a sincere heart, he responds, not with silence, but with guidance. Today, whatever decision you are facing, do not carry it alone. Do not guess your way through it. Ask the God who sees the end from the beginning. He knows what you do not know. He sees what you cannot, and He wants to lead you. So ask. Trust and listen. Thank you for joining me for day 292 of faith for every day. Remember this, God does not mock your need, He honors your humility. If you need wisdom today, stop searching everywhere else and start seeking Him. And when you do, it shall be given. I'll meet you again tomorrow as we continue walking in truth. Same time, same place. Thank you very much for listening.