The Hope to Which He Has Called You

😔 “What if the thing you’re most ashamed of isn’t the end of your story?” Shame has a way of whispering lies—telling you you’re not good enough, that you’ve gone too far, or that God could never use you again. In this episode of the Our Daily Bread Africa Teens Podcast, host Nuhu Gaina opens up a safe and honest conversation about shame—where it comes from, how it affects your identity, and how God’s grace breaks its power. Through Scripture, real-life encouragement, and practical steps, this episode reminds you that your mistakes don’t define you. God’s love does. If you’ve been carrying silent guilt or regret, this conversation is for you.

Come and know the One who holds you close.

Let the Lord refresh you tonight as you come aside from life’s road to find the strength to keep going.No matter what kind of day you’ve had, rest in hope and peace tonight as you draw near to the heart of God. This short, uplifting meditation from His Word will create a space at the end of the day for you to refocus on the goodness and nearness of the Lord, entrust your burdens to Him and fill your mind with His promises and faithfulness towards you. Tonight’s meditation is read by Lorraine. Meet the team at odb.org/meet-the-team.

Being afraid of something doesn’t sound preferable, but throughout the Bible we see benefits from fearing the Lord. Find out what that can look like for us today and what we’ll experience when we do!

Make space to wait upon the Lord expectantly. Seek His face and know, with the psalmist, that God will do all He has said in His Word. Tonight’s reading is: Psalm 27:8-14.

Meditate on the powerful prayers of the early church, being reminded that God is still with us and just as powerful. Tonight’s reading is: Acts 4:23-31.

Enjoy meditating on God’s promise to keep hold of us with the words of Isaiah 41.

Rest assured tonight that God will not forget one word of His promises. We can count on Him to do all He has said. Tonight’s reading is: 1 Chronicles 16:14-22.

Meditate on the powerful stories Jesus told of searching for you to bring you home. In His presence, you are not lost any more. Tonight’s reading is: Luke 15:4-10.

Come and know the One who shelters His people in His arms.