Day 25 – The desert sings for joy
James Smith
May 22, 2026
Day 25 — Isaiah 35:1-10 The desert sings for joy Opening prayer Heavenly Father, when I feel weary, fearful, or far from home, please refresh my
Day 24 – The wilderness of judgment
James Smith
May 21, 2026
Day 24 — Isaiah 34:1-17 The wilderness of judgment Opening prayer Holy God, as I read this hard passage, please keep me from looking away from
Day 23 – A King will reign, a people restored
James Smith
May 20, 2026
Day 23 — Isaiah 32:1- 33:24 A King will reign, a people restored Opening prayer Lord God, in a world of failed leaders and fragile hopes,
Day 22 – Running to Egypt, returning to God
James Smith
May 19, 2026
Day 22 — Isaiah 30:1-31:9 Running to Egypt, returning to God Opening prayer Merciful Father, please show me today where I am tempted to run for
Day 21 – Woe to pride, wonder from God
James Smith
May 18, 2026
Day 21 — Isaiah 28:1- 29:24 Woe to pride, wonder from God Opening prayer Holy Lord, please help me today to hear your word humbly and
Jesus at the Movies
James Smith
May 15, 2026
This week I went to the movies and saw The Devil Wears Prada 2. So, as a change from my usual note, I want to be a little light-hearted and reflect on the film from a Christian standpoint, hopefully without giving away the plot…
Day 20 – Serpent slain, vineyard kept
James Smith
May 15, 2026
Day 20 — Isaiah 27:1-13 Serpent slain, vineyard kept Opening prayer Lord Almighty, please lift my eyes today to see that none of your purposes can
Day 19 – Strong city, steadfast hearts
James Smith
May 14, 2026
Day 19 — Isaiah 26:1-21 Strong city, steadfast hearts Opening prayer Lord God, please steady my heart today. In a world that feels uncertain and unstable,