Today's Devotion
Not In Vain
Friday, April 17, 2026 This devotion pairs with this weekend’s Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lhm.org. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain....
Not In Vain
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. (1 Corinthians 15:58)
Today's Devotion
Not In Vain
Friday, April 17, 2026 This devotion pairs with this weekend’s Lutheran Hour sermon, which can be found at lhm.org. Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain....
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