Daily Devotional Books to Inspire Your Morning Routine
Meeting God at the Tent of Meeting
People can wear you down, and life can wear you out. Moses knew this, and he had a remedy. In Exodus 33, we read that Moses built a tent, away from the hustle and bustle of the Israelite camp, where he could withdraw and meet with the Lord, free from distractions. The people recognized the significance of Moses’ meeting times with God, so whenever they saw Moses heading for the tent, they stood respectfully at their tent entrances and waited for him to enter, knowing full well that he would be refreshed and renewed when he returned.
But what happened when Moses and God got together? In addition to talking about the issues of the day, we know from Exodus 33:14-15 that Moses asked for assurance that God would continue to be present in their midst as they prepared for their next adventure of entering the Promised Land. He also longed to see the glory of God (Exodus 33:18). No man could survive seeing God face to face, but Moses was given an opportunity to know the Lord in a deeper way. His prayer life did not leave him empty.
His meetings with God grew his understanding of who God is and made him stronger for the road ahead.
Moses’ hunger for more of God grew in proportion to the task before him. The greater his calling, the greater his awareness of how much he needed God’s presence. He longed for an assurance that the Lord would walk alongside him every step of the way.
So it should be with us as Apostolics today. The more clearly we understand God’s plan for our lives, the more we will realize our need for a consistent meeting place with Him. Though we may not go into a tent beyond our “camp” if you will, wise men and women of God still understand the importance of creating a private place away from distraction. Jesus spoke of this in Matthew 6:6 when He instructed us to go into a prayer closet, shut the door, and meet with the Lord in secret. The reward of that devotion is not measured in public applause but in the same quiet strength and assurance that Moses experienced in his Tent of Meeting.
David: Seeking God in the Morning
David’s psalms show his heart. In Psalm 63:1, he wrote, “Early will I seek thee.” His devotion was not tied to convenience. We read about a variety of times and places in which he cried out to the Lord. David prayed for deliverance in caves while fleeing Saul, sang praises in palaces while ruling Israel, and cried out in repentance when he had done wrong.
For Oneness Pentecostals, David’s life teaches us that daily devotion is about developing a deep, personal relationship with our Creator, not just a ritual or checkbox on our to-do list. Starting our mornings with prayer and reading our Bible focuses our heart and mind on Heaven, no matter what the day has in store for us. A Christian morning routine, rooted in God’s presence, becomes the very song our soul sings through every moment of our day.
Job: Interceding Daily for His Family
Job was known for his devotion before his trials ever began. Job 1:5 records that he rose early each morning to offer burnt offerings for his children, in case they had sinned. This daily practice showed his heart as a father. His devotion went beyond his own needs; it covered his family in prayer.
This speaks directly to Apostolic homes today. As parents, we can shape the atmosphere of our homes through consistent morning prayer and Scripture. A Christian morning routine that includes our children will not only teach them how to pray, but it will impact our family tree for generations to come.
Daniel: Devotion in a Hostile World
Daniel lived as an exile in Babylon. Far from home, surrounded by idols, and pressured to conform, he never abandoned his devotion. Daniel 6:10 says that when a decree was issued banning prayer to anyone but the King of Persia, Daniel went into his house, opened his windows toward Jerusalem, and prayed as he had always done. His enemies knew where to find him because his pattern was that steady. That routine of devotion placed him in the lions’ den, yet it also brought the miraculous deliverance of God.
Daniel’s example reminds Apostolics that a daily devotion is not optional in a world hostile to truth. When pressures of society seem to close in around us, the prayer closet remains our place of strength. Establishing a Christian morning routine grounds us in God’s presence before the day’s pressures can even begin.
Jesus: Gave Us the Pattern to Follow
Even Jesus, God manifest in flesh, modeled this kind of morning devotion. Mark 1:35 shows Him rising before dawn to pray in a solitary place. Luke 5:16 states that He often withdrew to pray. Luke 6:12 records Him praying all night before choosing the disciples. If Jesus Himself made time to pray, how much more must we as Apostolics do the same? A daily devotion is not just about spiritual strength for the moment. Jesus showed us that time in our secret place equips us for our calling to serve Him.
God’s Word for Life: A Tool for Consistency
The biggest challenge for us as Oneness Pentecostals today is consistency. The busyness of life and daily distractions can be relentless on our schedules, making it hard to establish a consistent routine of devotion. It is in these moments that a resource like God’s Word for Life can help. This is a framework for living out the Word of God each day. With devotionals that connect the Word to real life, it provides structure for personal study and family devotion. Many Apostolic families use the to discuss what their kids are learning in Sunday School. Adult of all ages and seasons of life can use the for personal reflection on their walk with God. God’s Word for Life reflects the same principle of daily devotion to God that the patriarchs of Scripture modeled. The devotionals guide us in stepping away from all the noise to hear directly from the Lord ourselves. Rather than a list of do’s and don’ts or merely one-dimensional Bible facts, the devotionals are a companion that points our heart toward deeper relationship with God.
Companions for the Journey
Devotional Resources
Nothing replaces reading the Word of God and spending personal time in prayer with Him. However, having devotional books from the Pentecostal Publishing House can certainly help coach us on our journey to know Him more deeply. We’ve compiled a list of trusted resources that are sure to guide your Christian morning routine and strengthen your daily devotion:
- The King’s Daughter: A 21-day devotional rooted in Psalm 45:13 that guides women to embrace their identity in Christ with Scripture, reflection, and journaling.
- Right Now: A 90-day devotional by Nathan Hardt that inspires Apostolics to walk in God’s purpose today, blending Scripture, application, and journaling prompts.
- Along the Way: A highly engaging book that invites us to pause once a week and consider the moments that matter most.
- The Healthy Homes Challenge: A family-centered resource with daily themes and activities that strengthen households spiritually, relationally, mentally, and physically.
- Simplify: A 52-week devotional by LJ Harry that reminds readers to clear away distractions and return to the simplicity of prayer and Scripture.
- Devote 365: A year-long devotional that provides daily readings to keep youth and young adults anchored in God’s Word from January through December.
- Bread Bible: A chronological Bible that organizes Scripture in order of events, helping us read the Bible through in one year.
- Walking with Him: A devotional that walks through Luke and Acts, showing how the early church lived in the power of the Spirit.
- Diamonds for Dusty Roads: Encouragement from Scripture for those walking through life’s toughest paths.
Returning with His Presence
When Moses left the tent of meeting, his face shone with the reflection of God’s presence (Exodus 34:29-35). While we may not carry a visible glow today, the evidence of our time with God is unmistakable. Peace settles on our words, strength rises where weakness once lived, and joy replaces heaviness.
Tomorrow morning, we encourage you to create your own “tent of meeting” moment. Step into your prayer closet. Open His Word. Choose a study companion if you need guidance. God will meet you there, and He will send you back into your day filled with His strength.