Daily Devotions with Pastor Jim Cymbala

Daily Devotional | Taste Your Words | 1 Timothy 4:3–5 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 4:3–5. Some religions have food restrictions. According to the New Testament, there are no holy or unholy foods. But following a command about what we put in our mouths is easier to do than following the one that says to watch what comes out of our mouths! Words are deadly weapons. Just like we taste our food, let’s chew on our words before letting them fly.

Daily Devotional | Reveal the Fake | 1 Timothy 4:1–3 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 4:1–3. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala encourages us to watch out for rules and teachings that go against the Bible. For example, being unmarried or avoiding certain foods doesn’t make someone more or less of a Christian! We are not under the Old Testament law—we are called to follow the Word of God and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Let’s ask the Lord to reveal what is fake so that we can avoid it!

Daily Devotional | The Real Deal | 1 Timothy 4:1–2 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 4:1–2. There’s an old saying that we’ve all probably heard before: “What would Jesus do?” If we change that saying and instead ask ourselves about things we see, “Would Jesus do that?” we will grow in discernment. The false teachings of the world are enticing and self-gratifying. Let’s ask the Spirit for guidance and follow what is really true.

Daily Devotional | Did God Leave Out Something? | 1 Timothy 4:1 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 4:1. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala warns us about false teachers. Some people today claim to have heard words from the Lord that are actually additional—and contrary—to the Bible. If they truly did, that means God left crucial information out of His book. Did He do that? No! We won’t find truth from politicians, money-grabbers, or psychics. The complete truth is in the Word of God. Let’s study it today.

Daily Devotional | Your Place in the Church | 1 Timothy 3:14–16 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 3:14–16. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala reminds us of the importance of the local church. Believers in Jesus Christ are all members of His church—no matter where on earth they’re from! But we each receive encouragement and fellowship from our local churches. Let’s get involved however we can!

Daily Devotional | Hearts Full of Life | 1 Timothy 3:14–15 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 3:14–15. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala encourages us with the truth that God is alive! When we pray, we’re not praying to a concept—we have a God who is living, listening, and answering our prayers. It dishonors God if we act as if He is dead. Jesus conquered death for us! Are we living with Him fully alive in our hearts and minds? Let's do it today.

Daily Devotional | Many Acts of Service | 1 Timothy 3:12 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 3:12. Do you serve in your church? Ministering to others goes against our selfish, human nature, but true greatness lies in serving, not in being served. How much we serve—singing in the choir, working with the children, or even making something for others, like Pastor Cymbala’s mother did—reflects our relationship with Christ. Let’s get involved!

Daily Devotional | Be Trustworthy | 1 Timothy 3:11 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 3:11. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala challenges us to be trustworthy. People should know that we can be trusted with anything they ask of us. Gossip—breaking trust with others—does more harm to churches than outside attacks do. Let’s behave in a way worthy of trust.

Daily Devotional | Let Them Serve | 1 Timothy 3:9–10 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 3:9–10. No matter your position in your church—pastor, deacon, song leader, layperson—all ministry involves serving other people. That should always be our goal as Christians. If Jesus Christ Himself washed the feet of others, we should be willing to humble ourselves and serve His people!

Daily Devotional | Pursue Spiritual Gifts | 1 Timothy 3 | Pastor Jim Cymbala

Join Pastor Jim Cymbala for today’s daily devotional from 1 Timothy 3:8. In this devotional, Pastor Cymbala walks us through some of the gifts and callings on a deacon’s life—and on the lives of all believers. We are called to be sincere, respectable, and trustworthy. We can boldly pray about these things, asking God to guide us toward everything He has planned for us! Let’s ask the Lord to help us live as He wants us to.