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Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 31

Rooted & Raised

“Real Ones Speak Up”

📖 “And you also will bear witness, because you have been with Me from the beginning.”
 —John 15:27 (NKJV)

If you’ve truly walked with Jesus—if you’ve seen what He’s done in your life—then you’ve got something to say.

You’re a witness.

That doesn’t mean you have to be loud, preachy, or perfect.
But it does mean that staying silent isn’t an option forever.

Jesus said His disciples would bear witness because they’d been with Him.
And if you’re His, you’ve been with Him too.

You’ve seen His mercy when you’ve messed up.
His strength when you’ve been weak.
His truth in a world full of lies.

So yeah—you’ve got a story. And someone out there needs to hear it.

Don’t hide what He’s done for you.
Be real. Be bold. Be faithful.

Challenge Questions:

  • If someone asked why you follow Jesus, what would you say?
  • What’s stopping you from speaking up about Him?

Prayer:
 Jesus, I don’t want to keep quiet about You. You’ve done too much for me. Give me courage to bear witness—to speak up and live like You’re real. Because You are. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 31

Rooted & Raised

“You Can Tell Others Too”

📖 “You also will bear witness, because you have been with Me.”
 —John 15:27 (NKJV)

Do you know Jesus?
If you’ve learned about Him, believed in Him, and love Him, then guess what?

You can tell others about Him too!

That’s what Jesus meant when He said, “You also will bear witness.”
To bear witness means to tell the truth about what you know.

You don’t have to know everything or be a grown-up.
You just need to share what you’ve learned:

Jesus is kind.
He loves us.
He forgives our sins.
And He wants everyone to know Him!

When you talk about Jesus, you’re being just like His friends in the Bible.

Think About It:

  • Have you ever told someone about Jesus?
  • What’s one thing you know about Him that you could share?

Prayer:
 Dear Jesus, thank You for helping me learn about You. Please help me share what I know so other people can know You too. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 31

Rooted & Raised

“You Also Will Bear Witness”

📖 “And you also will bear witness, because you have been with Me from the beginning.”
 —John 15:27 (NKJV)

Jesus reminds His disciples that their closeness to Him was not only for their personal transformation—it was also for their public testimony.

They had been with Him.
They had heard, seen, touched, and followed the Word made flesh.
And now—they would bear witness.

You may not have walked the dusty roads of Galilee or sat on the Mount of Olives, but if you are in Christ, you know Him—and that makes you a witness too.

You don’t need a theology degree or a massive platform to testify.

Your everyday moments—when you forgive quickly, speak truth gently, or comfort someone with Scripture—are a testimony to the One who has walked with you.

Don’t underestimate what your life is saying about Jesus.

Because if the Holy Spirit lives in you, then you don’t walk alone…
and your story isn’t small.

Reflection Questions:

  • What has being with Jesus taught you personally?
  • Who might need to hear your testimony this week?

Prayer:
 Lord, thank You for allowing me to walk with You and know You. Let my life reflect You in word and action. Give me boldness to bear witness—so that others may know You too. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 30

Rooted & Raised

“The Helper Testifies”

📖 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.”
 —John 15:26 (NKJV)

The Holy Spirit is not a distant mystery—He is a personal, powerful Helper sent by Jesus, dwelling in every believer, and constantly bearing witness to the Son.

As Christian families, we are not left to navigate this world in our own strength.
We have the Spirit of truth—the One who testifies of Jesus.

This means your home can be a place where the Spirit teaches, reminds, convicts, and comforts.
It means our parenting, conversations, and daily choices can be influenced by His presence.

He points to Christ—always. And as we follow His lead, our lives do too.

Let your children hear the name of Jesus in your home.
Let them see that the Holy Spirit is active, not just on Sundays, but in ordinary moments.

And when the world presses in with confusion and lies, remind them:
We have the Spirit of truth.

Family Reflection:

  • What does it look like for your family to depend on the Holy Spirit?
  • Are you giving the Spirit space to testify of Jesus in your home?

Prayer:
 Lord, thank You for sending the Holy Spirit to our family. Teach us to listen to His voice and to follow His lead. May our home reflect Jesus in all we do. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 30

Rooted & Raised

“Testify Boldly”

📖 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth… He will testify of Me.”
 —John 15:26 (NKJV)

Let’s be real: sharing your faith can feel awkward.
You might worry about sounding weird… losing friends… or getting labeled.

But here’s the truth—you’re not alone.

Jesus sent the Holy Spirit for a reason.

He’s not just a quiet voice inside you.
He’s the Spirit of truth.
And He testifies of Jesus—through you.

That means when you share your story, stand for what’s right, or even just choose kindness in a cruel world, the Holy Spirit is bearing witness.

You’re not just repping Jesus—you’re empowered by Him.

You’re not performing—you’re testifying.

Challenge:

  • What holds you back from speaking up about your faith?
  • How can you rely more on the Holy Spirit this week?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, help me be bold and unashamed of Jesus. Speak through me. Remind me of the truth. Teach me how to share Him in a way that’s real and full of love. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 30

Rooted & Raised

“The Helper Who Tells Us About Jesus”

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

Did you know that God gave us a Helper?

He’s called the Holy Spirit, and He lives in everyone who believes in Jesus.

The Holy Spirit helps us remember the things Jesus said.
He teaches us how to live like Jesus.
And most of all, He tells us the truth about Jesus—so we don’t forget who He is.

It’s kind of like having a flashlight in your heart that always shines on Jesus.

When we read the Bible, pray, or tell someone about Jesus, the Holy Spirit is there, helping us understand and share the truth.

Think About It:

  • Why do you think Jesus gave us the Holy Spirit?
  • How can you ask the Holy Spirit to help you this week?

Prayer:
 Thank You, God, for sending the Holy Spirit. Help me listen when He teaches me about Jesus. I want to follow You with all my heart. Amen.

Devotions, Women's Devotionals

👩‍🦰 Women’s Devotional — Day 30

Rooted & Raised

“They Will Testify of Me”

📖 “But when the Helper comes, whom I shall send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who proceeds from the Father, He will testify of Me.”
 —John 15:26 (NKJV)

When the noise of this world rises up and the name of Jesus is mocked or forgotten, there remains a faithful witness who never grows silent:
The Holy Spirit.

Jesus promised that the Spirit would come—and testify.
Not just whisper, not just remind… but testify.

That means the Spirit speaks boldly and clearly about Christ, from within us and through us.
He points to the Son, always.

And that means you, dear sister in Christ, have been given a Helper who lives within you—one who emboldens, teaches, reminds, and strengthens you to do what you could never do alone.

When your heart is weary and your words feel weak,
He is strong.

When fear tempts you to stay silent,
He empowers you to speak truth in love.

The Spirit doesn’t point us to ourselves—He points us to Jesus.
And in doing so, we learn to point others to Him, too.

Reflection Questions:

  • How has the Holy Spirit helped you bear witness to Jesus in your life?
  • Are you listening to His voice or resisting His prompting?

Prayer:
 Holy Spirit, thank You for testifying of Christ and living in me. Help me to yield to Your leading, to open my mouth when You prompt me, and to honor Jesus with my life. May others see Him through me. Amen.

Devotions, Family Devotionals

👩‍👧 Family Devotional — Day 29

Rooted & Raised

“When the World Pushes Back”

📖 “They hated Me without a cause.”
 —John 15:25b (NKJV)

Faithfulness to Christ will not always be met with applause.
In fact, Jesus told us to expect the opposite.

He was hated—without cause.
Not for wrongdoing, but for His righteousness.

In the same way, a family who walks in truth, raises their children in godliness, and rejects cultural compromise will eventually feel resistance.

It may come from extended family, social settings, or even within the church.
But the comfort lies here: we are in good company.

Jesus was rejected first.
And He remained steadfast.

We are not called to stir up conflict, but we are called to stand when it comes—graciously, truthfully, and with unwavering love.

Family Reflection:

  • How has your family experienced resistance for choosing to follow Christ?
  • How can you prepare your children to respond like Jesus did?

Prayer:
 Lord, when the world pushes back against our faith, help us to remember that You were hated without cause. Give our family strength to stand together in truth and grace, just as You did. Amen.

Devotions, Teen Devotions

😎 Teen Devotional — Day 29

Rooted & Raised

“Unliked for the Right Reasons”

📖 “They hated Me without a cause.”
 —John 15:25b (NKJV)

Let’s be honest—most people want to be liked.
We scroll, post, share, and speak hoping for a good reaction.

But what happens when standing with Jesus makes you stand out—and not in a good way?

Jesus didn’t get canceled because He was rude or reckless.
He was hated for speaking truth, loving purely, and refusing to compromise.

They hated Him without a cause—no valid reason, just discomfort with His light.

That still happens today.

If you’re walking with Christ, you’ll feel it.
People may mock you, misunderstand you, or call your beliefs offensive.
You might even lose followers—or friends.

But you’ll gain something better: a deeper connection with the One who was hated first.

And He never hated back.
He loved. He forgave. He stood firm.

You can too.

Challenge:

  • Are you more concerned with being liked or being faithful?
  • What would it look like to follow Jesus, even when it’s unpopular?

Prayer:
 Lord, help me care more about being true to You than being liked by the world. When people don’t understand, remind me that they didn’t understand You either. Let my life reflect You—no matter the cost. Amen.

Children's Devotionals, Devotions

🧒 Children’s Devotional — Day 29

Rooted & Raised

“Jesus Was Hated—But He Still Loved”

📖 “They hated Me without a cause.”
 —John 15:25b (NKJV)

Have you ever had someone not like you—and you didn’t even know why?

That can feel confusing and sad.

Jesus felt that too.

People hated Him, even though He never did anything wrong.
He told the truth. He healed the sick. He showed love.
Still, some people were angry with Him… just because He was different.

But do you know what Jesus did?

He kept loving them.

He didn’t fight back. He didn’t stop helping people.
He kept showing God’s love—even to the people who hated Him.

When people treat us badly for being like Jesus, we can remember:
Jesus understands… and He can help us do what’s right.

Think About It:

  • Why do you think some people didn’t like Jesus?
  • What can you do when someone is unkind to you?

Prayer:
 Jesus, thank You for loving people—even when they didn’t love You back. Help me love others like You do, even when it’s hard. Amen.