In today’s episode, you’ll hear a devotion written by Tracie Braylock based on Joshua 1:9, which says, “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go” (ESV). 

We hope today’s devotion encourages you that no matter what lies ahead, you can move forward with confidence because God is right beside you and will never leave you. 

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In today’s episode, you’ll hear a devotion written by Lysa TerKeurst based on Malachi 3:3, which says, “He will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the sons of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, and they will bring offerings in righteousness to the LORD” (ESV).

We hope today’s devotion encourages you that you can trust God in the midst of difficult seasons and that nothing God allows you to go through is pointless. 

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• For more from Proverbs 31 Ministries, head to our website at proverbs31.org, where you can subscribe to Encouragement for Today devotions in written format, delivered to your inbox each weekday.
• Check out the Lysa TerKeurst collection in our bookstore for books and Bible studies by Lysa! 
• Click here to read the transcript for this episode.

Friends, we understand all too well that life can be so hard sometimes. It doesn’t take much to leave us feeling hopeless, confused and exhausted. 

We wonder what God has to say about what we’re going through, but sometimes just getting through the day is hard enough.

That’s why Proverbs 31 Ministries created The Encouragement for Today Podcast — so you can start your day with a biblical perspective you can carry with you no matter what lies ahead. 

Subscribe today to start listening to our short devotions and experience a few moments with God. Each week you’ll hear a new devotion and experience compassion and insight from our friends as you seek guidance in your relationships, work and daily life.

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• For more from Proverbs 31 Ministries, check out our website at proverbs31.org, where you can subscribe to Encouragement for Today Devotions in written format, delivered to your inbox each weekday.
• Visit the Proverbs 31 Ministries bookstore to browse books and Bible studies written by your friends from Encouragement for Today Devotions and The Encouragement for Today Podcast! 
• Check out other podcasts from Proverbs 31 Ministries, like The Proverbs 31 Ministries Podcast and Therapy & Theology!