5-Minute Daily Devotionals with D.Q. Clarke
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5-Minute Daily Devotionals with D.Q. Clarke
**On Winter Break. Devotionals restart in January.** Please join me for 5-Minute Daily Devotionals Mondays through Fridays each week to help you start your day off right with God. We'll cover a scripture of the day, discuss its application and biblical meaning, and pray together.
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Christ Is Everything: Light, Life, and Redemption — John 1:3–5 — Dec 19, 2025
Christ is the source of every Advent gift—Light, Life, Love, and Redemption.
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Adore Him: The Right Response to God’s John 3:16 Love This Christmas — Luke 2:13–14; John 3:16 — Dec 18, 2025
Christmas is God’s love in motion—and our response is to adore Him.
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God Knows the End from the Beginning: Why You Can Stop Worrying — Isaiah 46:10 — Dec 17, 2025
You don’t need to know the whole story when you trust the God who does.
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WARNING: Test the Spirits — The One Rule for Spiritual Safety | 1 John 4:1 — Dec 16, 2025
Not every spirit is from God—Scripture gives us one rule that keeps us safe.
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What Made Mary Great? How God Uses the Humble — Luke 1:46–49 — Dec 15, 2025
Mary wasn’t chosen because of status—she was chosen because of her humble heart.
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Good News of Great Joy: Why You Can Rejoice This Advent — Luke 2:8–11 — Dec 12, 2025
You have a reason to rejoice this Advent—because the Savior has come.
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The Truth About Self-Control: How to Strengthen Your Spirit — Proverbs 25:28; Gal 5:22–23 — Dec 11, 2025
Self-control isn’t willpower—it’s a Spirit-produced strength that protects your life.
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Genesis to Jesus: God’s Redemption Plan for You — Gen 3:15; Num 24:17; Isa 7:14 — Dec 10, 2025
God has always had a plan—beginning in Genesis and fulfilled in Jesus.
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Is It Good or God? How to Discern Your Next Step — 2 Samuel 7:5–7 — Dec 9, 2025
Not every good thing is a God thing—David learned that, and so do we.
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Don’t Miss This Season: Your Christmas Strategy — Matthew 28:19–20 — Dec 8, 2025
Christmas is one of the most open seasons of the year—don’t miss your chance to live the Great Commission.
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Make Room for Peace: Preparing Your Heart for Advent — Isaiah 40:3–5 — Dec 5, 2025
When you prepare your heart, you make room for the Prince of Peace.
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Are You Weary? Jesus’ 4-Step Cycle for Finding Real Rest — Matthew 11:28–30
Jesus offers a 4-step rhythm for real rest—one that renews your soul in any season.
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Stop Sinful Anger: God’s 3-Step Blueprint — James 1:19–20; Proverbs 29:11 — Dec 3, 2025
Sinful anger reacts—but God gives us a blueprint that leads to wisdom and peace.
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Find Your “Worth It”: The Cheerful Heart — 2 Corinthians 9:6–7
A cheerful heart gives with joy, trust, and purpose—and God delights in that kind of giver.
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The Light Has Come: Why We Have Hope This Advent — Isaiah 9:2, 6–7 — Dec 1, 2025
Hope has come because the Light has come—and His name is Jesus.
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Where Is Your Heart? Stop Chasing Temporary Treasures (Matthew 6:19–21)
Let’s carry Thanksgiving’s gratitude into every day—treasuring what truly matters.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Matthew 6...
How to Be Joyful Always: The Daily Practice of Gratitude (1 Thessalonians 5:16–18)
A grateful heart sees blessings in every season—and that’s God’s will for us.
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Unlock Your Spiritual Gifts: Why Pray for Prophecy | 1 Cor 14:1–3 | 5-Min Daily Devotional
Prophecy strengthens, encourages, and comforts—God speaking through His people to bring life and healing.
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The Stumbling Block Rule: When Freedom Is NOT Love (1 Corinthians 8:9-13) | Nov 25, 2025
Love is greater than liberty. Why? Because your Christian freedom should never cause someone else to fall.
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His Love Endures Forever — Psalm 136:1–3 — Nov 24, 2025
His love endures forever—and that’s reason enough to give thanks today.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Psalm 136:1–3 (NIV):...
Faith That Bears Fruit — Luke 13:6–7 — Nov 21, 2025
God calls us to bear fruit—to live a faith that produces love, service, and growth.
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When Joy Becomes Strength — Nehemiah 8:10 — Nov 20, 2025
Happiness fades—but joy in the Lord gives strength that lasts.
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The Two Silent Thieves — Genesis 37:4; 1 Samuel 18:8 — Nov 19, 2025
Envy and jealousy are the two silent thieves—but gratitude restores your joy.
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Act Justly, Love Mercy, Walk Humbly — Micah 6:8 — Nov 18, 2025
This is how God feels loved—when we act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him.
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Be the Salt and Light — Matthew 5:13–14 — Nov 17, 2025
You are the salt of the earth and the light of the world—your life is meant to shine.
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In the King’s Presence — Esther 8:15 — Nov 14, 2025
Everything changes when you spend time in the King’s presence.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Esther 8:15 (NIV):
“Whe...
God Is Never Late — 2 Peter 3:8–9 — Nov 13, 2025
God’s promises don’t expire—He’s never late, and He’s always faithful.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 2 Peter 3:8–9 (NIV):<...
Kindness Still Matters — Titus 3:1–2 — Nov 12, 2025
Chivalry doesn’t have to be dead—kindness still matters.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we look at Titus 3:1–2 (NIV):
“Remind the p...
Trust God’s Timing — Matthew 24:36 — Nov 11, 2025
You don’t have to know what’s next when you trust the One who does.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Matthew 24:36 (NIV):
Use Your Gifts to Serve Others — 1 Peter 4:10–11 — Nov 10, 2025
Your gifts were never meant to stay hidden—they’re meant to help others.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 1 Peter 4:10–11 (NL...
Conviction Has Power — Esther 3:2, 9–10 — Nov 7, 2025
Your conviction carries power when it’s rooted in faith.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on the story of Mordecai and Haman in...
Peace in Relationships — Esther 2:10–11; 1:12 — Nov 6, 2025
Peace in relationships begins with mutual love and respect.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we look at two very different relationships fr...
Bring It Into the Light — Ephesians 5:11; 2 Corinthians 11:14 — Nov 5, 2025
The enemy hides in secrecy, but God’s light brings healing and freedom.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Ephesians 5:11 and 2...
God’s Mercy After Our Mistakes — Genesis 3:21; 4:15 — Nov 4, 2025
When we fail, God doesn’t abandon us—He covers, protects, and restores us.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Genesis 3:21 and...
God’s Riches Are Greater — Esther 1:7 — Nov 3, 2025
Even the wealth of kings can’t compare to the generosity of our God.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Esther 1:7 (NLT):
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Not Everything Is Beneficial — 1 Corinthians 10:23 — Oct 31, 2025
As Christians, we have freedom—but not everything is beneficial.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 1 Corinthians 10:23, where...
After Suffering Comes Strength — 1 Peter 5:10 — Oct 30, 2025
God uses our trials to make us stronger.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 1 Peter 5:10, where Peter reminds us that:
“T...
Stay Alert and Pray — 1 Peter 4:7 — Oct 29, 2025
Be alert, stay prayerful, and trust God through every transition.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on 1 Peter 4:7, where Peter w...
Start Your Day with God — Psalm 5:3 & Joshua 1:8 — Oct 28, 2025
Your time with God each day is precious—don’t neglect it.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Psalm 5:3 and Joshua 1:8, two powe...
You Can’t Hide from God — Psalm 139:7–8 — Oct 27, 2025
God already knows—and He still loves you.
In today’s 5-Minute Daily Devotional, we reflect on Psalm 139:7–8, where David reminds us that God’s p...