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Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 35

Rooted & Raised

“The Spirit Testifies of Jesus”

📖 “But when the Helper comes… He will testify of Me.”
 —John 15:26 (NKJV)

The Holy Spirit has a powerful purpose:
He points us to the truth about Jesus.

In a world full of confusion, distorted messages, and competing voices, the Spirit testifies—not about us, not about religion, not about self-help—but about Jesus.

As mothers, it’s easy to feel pressure to get everything right in your home.
But here’s the good news:
The Spirit is already at work, revealing Jesus to your children’s hearts—often through your example, your prayers, and your faithful love.

You are not the Savior.
But you are a witness.
And the Spirit helps you point your children to Christ.

Let your home be a place where His name is spoken often, His Word is read regularly, and His truth is honored sincerely.

Discussion Questions:

  • How can we tell if the Holy Spirit is truly speaking to our hearts?
  • In what ways can we, as a family, invite the Spirit to help us know Jesus more?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for testifying of Jesus in our home. May Your voice be the loudest in our hearts. Help me guide my children with wisdom and grace. Reveal more of Christ to each of us every day. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 34

Rooted & Raised

“None of This Took Him by Surprise”

📖 “And these things I did not say to you at the beginning, because I was with you.”
 —John 16:4b (NKJV)Sometimes the Lord doesn’t tell us everything at once.

Jesus said He didn’t tell the disciples about the coming opposition earlier because He was with them. His presence sustained them in those early moments. They didn’t need all the details yet—they just needed Him.

As we grow in Christ, He often reveals things layer by layer.
Hard truths. Difficult seasons. Unexpected battles.

And yet, He never leaves us unprepared.
He speaks what we need, when we need it.

Are you in a season where God is revealing something new or difficult?

Remember this: He didn’t forget to warn you.
He waited until the moment when you were ready to receive it.
And just like before—He is still with you.

Reflection Questions:

  • Have you ever looked back and realized God was preparing you for something you didn’t see coming?
  • What truth is He reminding you of today that gives you strength?

Prayer:
 Jesus, thank You for never overwhelming me with more than I can carry. I trust that what You reveal is for my good and Your glory. Help me remember that You are always present, always faithful, and always preparing me. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 34

Rooted & Raised

“Jesus Knows When to Tell You”

📖 “And these things I did not say to you at the beginning, because I was with you.”
 —John 16:4b (NKJV)

Have you ever had someone explain something to you after you were ready to hear it?

Jesus did that, too!

He didn’t tell His disciples everything all at once.
Why? Because He was right there with them, helping them day by day.
When the time was right, He told them more—because He knew they were ready.

Jesus knows when you’re ready, too.

He teaches you little by little, so you won’t feel too overwhelmed.
You can trust Him—He’s the best Teacher of all.

Think About It:

  • What’s something Jesus has helped you understand recently?
  • How does it feel knowing He gives you what you need at just the right time?

Prayer:
 Jesus, thank You for helping me grow one step at a time. You know what I need and when I need it. Help me listen to You every day. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 34

Rooted & Raised

“He Didn’t Tell You Everything—Yet”

📖 “And these things I did not say to you at the beginning, because I was with you.”
 —John 16:4b (NKJV)

Jesus didn’t drop all the heavy truth on His disciples right away.

Why?
Because at first, He was with them, walking closely, guiding them step by step.
They didn’t need to know everything at once—they just needed to stay close to Him.

It’s the same for you.

There are things about your future, your calling, and even your struggles that God hasn’t shown you yet—not because He’s hiding them, but because you’re not meant to carry them alone.

As you grow, He’ll give you what you need—when you need it.

That’s not a delay.
It’s love.

Think About It:

  • Are you waiting on God to show you something about your life or calling?
  • How can you trust Him today with the things He hasn’t revealed yet?

Prayer:
 God, sometimes I want answers now. But I trust that You know what I’m ready for. Help me stay close to You and trust Your timing. Teach me what I need to know—when I need to know it. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 34

Rooted & Raised

“He Spoke When They Were Ready”

📖 “And these things I did not say to you at the beginning, because I was with you.”
 —John 16:4b (NKJV)

Jesus didn’t overwhelm His disciples with too much truth too soon.
Instead, He walked with them. He lived among them. He taught them gradually.

Only when the time was right—when their faith had grown—did He speak of the deeper things.
He told them the truth because they were finally ready to hear it.

As mothers, we sometimes wish we could explain everything to our children at once—warn them of the dangers, teach them every lesson, shield them from every fall.

But Jesus shows us a better way:
Walk with them. Be present. Teach slowly. Speak truth when they’re ready.

Truth sticks best when it comes through relationship.
Let them grow. Let them ask. Let them wrestle. And keep pointing them back to Jesus—who leads them gently, just as He leads you.

Discussion Questions:

  • Have you ever realized later that your child was finally ready to learn something deeper?
  • How does Jesus’ example help you in the way you guide your children?

Prayer:
 Lord, help me walk with my children the way You walk with me—patiently, wisely, and with grace. Teach me when to speak and when to wait. Let my presence be a steady reflection of Yours. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 33

Rooted & Raised

Day 33 — “I Have Told You These Things”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them.”
 —John 16:4a (NKJV)

Jesus never promised a smooth path, but He always promised the truth.

In John 16, He tells the disciples in advance about the hardship they’ll face. Why?

Because when it happens, they’ll remember—He told them.

It’s a gift to be warned. It prepares us to endure. It helps us trust.

As a woman walking with Christ, you may face seasons where faithfulness brings rejection, loss, or confusion.
But Jesus has already spoken to that.

He has told you these things so that when the time comes, you’ll stand—not in fear or surprise, but with quiet confidence that none of this is taking Him by surprise.

He is with you.
And He is never unprepared.

Reflection Questions:

  • What trials are you walking through right now that Jesus has already prepared you for in His Word?
  • How does remembering His words help you stay grounded?

Prayer:
 Jesus, thank You for telling me the truth—even the hard parts. Remind me, when trouble comes, that You saw it all ahead of time. Strengthen my heart to stand firm and to trust Your voice above all others. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 33

Rooted & Raised

“Jesus Knew Ahead of Time”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them.”
 —John 16:4a (NKJV)

Have you ever been surprised by something hard?

Maybe a friend said something unkind.
Maybe a plan didn’t work out.
Maybe someone didn’t believe you when you were telling the truth.

Jesus told His friends that hard times would come—but He didn’t tell them to scare them.

He told them so they wouldn’t be shocked.

He wanted them to remember:
“I already knew this was coming—and I’m still with you.”

That’s the kind of friend Jesus is.

Think About It:

  • What’s something hard you’ve gone through lately?
  • How does it help knowing Jesus isn’t surprised by anything?

Prayer:
 Jesus, thank You for telling the truth, even when it’s hard. I’m glad You already know everything that will happen. Help me trust You when things don’t go my way. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 33

Rooted & Raised

“When It Feels Like No One Gets It”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them.”
 —John 16:4a (NKJV)

It’s easy to feel blindsided when you’re trying to do what’s right—and things still fall apart.

When you lose friends because of your faith…
When people misunderstand your convictions…
When the world feels like it’s upside-down…

You might wonder: “Did I do something wrong?”

Jesus answers that question in advance:
No—you didn’t. He told you it would be like this.

Not to discourage you, but to prepare you.

So when it happens—you remember:
He knew. He warned you. He’s still with you.

That changes everything.
You’re not weak. You’re not crazy. You’re not alone.
You’re walking the same road Jesus walked—and He’s walking it with you.

Challenge Questions:

  • When was the last time following Jesus cost you something?
  • How does it help knowing He already prepared you for this?

Prayer:
 Jesus, help me to remember what You said when things feel hard. When I’m tempted to quit or hide, remind me that You warned me, and that You’re with me. Give me the courage to keep following You. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 33

Rooted & Raised

“Remember What He Told You”

📖 “But these things I have told you, that when the time comes, you may remember that I told you of them.”
 —John 16:4a (NKJV)

Jesus told His disciples the truth—before the hard things happened.
Why? So that when trouble came, they wouldn’t be shaken. They’d remember: “Jesus told us this would happen.”

As mothers, we must do the same with our children.

We prepare them by teaching them God’s Word—not just the comforting parts, but the hard truths, too.
We help them learn how to stand when culture pushes back.
We show them what it looks like to hold to truth in love.

This verse is a powerful reminder to prepare your home—not with fear, but with faithfulness.

Truth grounds us.
It gives us confidence.
And when the time comes, they’ll remember… just like Jesus said.

Discussion Questions:

  • What has Jesus already told us in His Word that helps us stay strong when life gets hard?
  • How can we prepare our children to remember truth when pressure comes?

Prayer:
 Lord, thank You for preparing us with Your Word. Help me teach my children not only about Your love, but about the strength we’ll need to follow You. May we remember what You’ve said, and stand firm in every season. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 32

Rooted & Raised

Day 32 — “They Will Put You Out…”

📖 “They will put you out of the synagogues; yes, the time is coming that whoever kills you will think that he offers God service.”
 —John 16:2 (NKJV)

This is one of the most sobering promises Jesus ever gave—not just persecution, but persecution in the name of God.

Jesus was preparing His followers for rejection—not just by the world, but by those who thought they were serving God.
It wasn’t just the Romans who opposed the early Christians; it was the religious elite, their own people, even their families.

There is pain in being misunderstood—especially when you’re walking in truth.

But Jesus warned us: if the world rejected Him, it will reject those who are His.
Yet we are not without comfort, and we are not without purpose.

When we are rejected for Christ’s sake, we are blessed (Matthew 5:10–12).
We are refined. Strengthened. Anchored.

And most of all—we are never alone.

Reflection Questions:

  • Have you ever been misunderstood or rejected for your faith?
  • How can you respond with truth and grace, even when it’s hard?

Prayer:
 Lord, give me strength when I face rejection for Your Name. Let me not fear what man can do, but rejoice that I belong to You. Teach me to walk in love, even when I am misunderstood. Amen.