Guided by Faith: Daily Christian Devotions and Advice for Teens and Young Adults

***Pick up a copy of Jay’s new Journal: Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal https://amzn.to/3MLWavlIn this New Year’s Eve episode of Guided by Faith, Jay encourages us to rest in the unchanging faithfulness of God as one year ends and a new one begins. Using Psalm 37 and his devotional Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal, Jay explores how God provides stability and security during seasons of uncertainty especially when facing big life decisions about school, careers, relationships, and calling. Through personal stories about choosing a college and wrestling with God’s will, this episode reminds listeners that God’s love does not rise or fall based on our decisions. If you feel anxious about the future or overwhelmed by choices, this message will help you trust that God is steady, faithful, and deeply loving even when you feel unsure.Listen and Subscribe:[Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify]Connect with Us:Website: www.guidedbyfaith.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuidedbyFaithPodcastInstagram: @guidedbyfaith_podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

***Pick up a copy of Jay’s new Journal: Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal https://amzn.to/3MLWavlIn this encouraging episode of Guided by Faith, Jay reminds teens and young adults of a powerful truth as the year comes to a close: God is not finished with you yet. Rooted in Philippians 1:6, this devotional challenges listeners to recognize the areas of their lives where God is still patiently at work even in ongoing struggles like pride, insecurity, and spiritual growth. Jay shares personal reflections on how God continues to shape his heart over time and explains the difference between salvation and sanctification, emphasizing that while salvation is by faith, spiritual growth requires our daily participation. If you feel discouraged by slow progress, recurring sin, or personal struggles, this episode offers hope, reminding you that God hasn’t given up on you, and you shouldn’t give up on trusting Him either.Listen and Subscribe:Apple Podcasts | SpotifyConnect with Us:Website: www.guidedbyfaith.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuidedbyFaithPodcastInstagram: @guidedbyfaith_podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

***Pick up a copy of Jay’s new Journal: Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal https://amzn.to/3MLWavlIn this episode of Guided by Faith, Jay invites us to reflect on God’s incredible patience as we close one year and step into a new one. Drawing from an A.W. Tozer quote and his devotional “Renewed: 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal”, Jay explores what it means that God never rushes—and why His timing is always rooted in love. Through personal stories about spiritual growth, Bible reading habits, relationships, and waiting on God, this episode encourages listeners to trust God’s process, especially when life feels delayed or frustrating. If you’re struggling with impatience, comparing your timeline to others, or questioning why God hasn’t answered yet, this message will help you see how God’s patience is working for your good—and why learning to be patient with Him can change everything.Listen and Subscribe:[Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify]Connect with Us:Website: www.guidedbyfaith.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuidedbyFaithPodcastInstagram: @guidedbyfaith_podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

***Pick up a copy of Jay’s new Journal: Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal https://amzn.to/3MLWavlIn this day-after-Christmas episode of Guided by Faith, Jay helps listeners refocus their hearts on the true source of every blessing. Reading from Day 12 of his new 365-day Christian gratitude journal, Renewed, he reflects on James 1:17: “Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above.” Jay invites us to think about one gift they recently received—big or small—and consider how recognizing that God is the ultimate giver deepens our appreciation. Through personal stories about meaningful moments with his sons, Jay reminds us that the best gifts in life aren’t things but relationships, experiences, and the grace God pours into our lives daily. This episode encourages listeners to notice God’s generosity, treasure the people around them, and respond with gratitude and generosity as the Christmas season continues. If you want a short devotion that helps you remember God’s goodness beyond the gifts under the tree, this is the perfect episode to end your holiday week.Listen and Subscribe:[Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify]Connect with Us:Website: www.guidedbyfaith.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuidedbyFaithPodcastInstagram: @guidedbyfaith_podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org

***Pick up a copy of Jay’s new Journal: Renewed: The 365-Day Christian Gratitude Journal https://amzn.to/3MLWavlIn this special Christmas Day episode of Guided by Faith, Jay celebrates the birth of Jesus with a short but meaningful devotion centered on Psalm 98. As he reads this joyful psalm, Jay invites us to pause amid the presents, plans, and family gatherings to remember why we celebrate at all: God’s steadfast love revealed through Christ. From the manger to the cross to the empty tomb, this episode highlights the incredible story of salvation and the proof of God’s deep love for His people. Jay closes with a heartfelt Christmas prayer, reminding listeners that Jesus—our Savior and reigning King—came to rescue us and will one day return. If you want to start Christmas morning with worship, gratitude, and a renewed sense of wonder, this brief devotion is the perfect way to begin the day.Listen and Subscribe:[Apple Podcasts] | [Spotify]Connect with Us:Website: www.guidedbyfaith.netYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@GuidedbyFaithPodcastInstagram: @guidedbyfaith_podcastIf you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review on your favorite podcast platform and share it with friends who might benefit from this message.Guided By Faith is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network.For more information visit www.ChristianParenting.org