January 13 – Taught by Nature

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 13, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 13th • Even after the Fall, nature remained a teacher—revealing both the reality of sin and the mercy of God. • Decay, struggle, and loss testify to rebellion, yet beauty, order, and fragrance still speak of divine love. • Creation reminds...

January 12 – Cursed

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 12, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 12th • Sin fractured harmony—with God, with creation, and within human relationships. • The curse was not arbitrary punishment, but loving discipline meant to restrain evil and restore self-control. • Even in judgment, God’s mercy was at...

January 11- When It’s Better Not to Know

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 11, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 11th • Not all knowledge is a blessing—some experiences bring loss, shame, and separation from God. • Disobedience traded innocence for ignorance, replacing God’s covering with human-made excuses. • God still longs to give knowledge that...

January 10 – Used by Satan

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 10, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 10th • Sin doesn’t stop with one choice—it spreads when truth is exchanged for emotion and influence. • Eve became an unwitting agent of deception, and Adam chose companionship over obedience. • Love detached from loyalty to God leads to...

January 09 – Deceived

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 9, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 9th • Deception begins by questioning God’s Word and planting doubt about His love and wisdom. • Separation from God’s counsel creates vulnerability—temptation thrives in isolation. • Believing a lie doesn’t excuse sin; neglecting truth is...

January 08 – Someone to Share

by Christian Berdahl | Jan 8, 2026 | 1 - January 2026, Conflict & Courage - Daily Devotional

Conflict & Courage: January 8th • God created humanity for relationship—solitude was never part of His perfect design. • Eve was formed as Adam’s equal, a companion to love and be loved, standing by his side in unity and purpose. • Marriage was God’s gift from the...