November 5, 2025 Midweek Devotional

This week’s devotion, written by Rev. Gina Yeske, speaks right into the season we are walking through as a church and as a community. Life stretches us in ways we do not expect, and some days the weight feels real. Still, these words remind us that even when things feel uncertain, God is steady. God is moving in quiet places, planting hope where we cannot yet see it. As you read, may you feel encouraged to hold on, stay rooted in grace, and trust that God is shaping something good in and around us. Enjoy the devotion below.
Life has a way of testing us. Sometimes it feels like everything around us is unraveling—our families, our congregations, our communities, even the world we thought we could understand. And yet, even in the midst of uncertainty, God is at work. God is quietly making new life where we cannot always see it, and the grace of God unfolds every single day.

So, we’re not giving up. How could we! These hard times are small potatoes compared to the good things God has in store—the lavish celebration prepared for us. There’s far more here than meets the eye. The things we see now are here today, gone tomorrow. But the things we cannot see now will last forever. 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 (MSG)

There is so much happening around us. Many of you and your families are navigating struggles, loss of loved ones, serious illnesses, surgeries, accidents, relational difficulties, financial pressures, and job insecurity. At the same time, our congregations, communities, denomination, nation, and world face challenges that can feel overwhelming. So how do we face these difficulties and not fall apart?

Stay close to God and close to one another. Set aside intentional time to spend with God: read a daily devotion, pray, journal, and reflect on scripture. Worship God, even and especially in the hard times. Make worship attendance a priority and praise God for your blessings, big and small.

Be kind to yourself. Self-care is a necessity, not an option. Rest, do the things you love, and add something healthy to your routine. Even in demanding seasons, take the time to find moments of joy and fun.

Care for your relationships. Reach out to someone by phone, visit in person, or walk with a friend. Connection matters.

Even in the midst of uncertainty and struggle, we can take heart. Life may feel heavy, and today’s troubles are real, yet God is at work in ways we cannot see. Keep your eyes open for small signs of hope, unexpected moments of joy, and the quiet ways God is shaping life around us. Hope does not ignore the troubles around us, but it is not consumed by it; it steadies us, allowing us to face today with courage and trust in God’s presence every step of the wa

 Prayer: Loving God, precious Jesus, powerful Spirit, be with us in this season of the unknown. Give us patience to wait for your guidance, courage to step out when needed, and hearts that put
love first. Amen

Written by Rev. Gina Yeske