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My Morning Devotional

Stephanie Alessi Muiña, Lauren Alessi, Gabrielle Alessi, Richelle Alessi

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Struggling to find time to get alone with God every morning? You aren't the only one. We're the Alessis, and this is the My Morning Devotional podcast. We set out to produce 5 minute daily devotionals we like to call a Daily Dose of Heaven. Now with over 4 million downloads and a worldwide community of listeners, we invite you to join us each weekday for a new bible verse, some devotional time, and a prayer to build your faith!
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Why do we sometimes find ourselves asking big questions about the Bible—questions it doesn’t seem to answer directly? In today’s episode, host Richelle Alessi is joined by her husband Chris Alessi as they explore the true purpose of the Bible. Together, we’ll learn why the Bible gives us exactly what we need to know for our faith, even if it leaves…
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What does it mean to truly trust the Bible? In today's episode, we journey together with Rochelle and Chris Alessi as they explore why the Bible is called both the best work of God and the best work of humankind. We'll discover how scripture came to be, what it means to have faith that God was involved not just in the writing but also in the collec…
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What comes to mind when you open your Bible—excitement, confusion, or maybe even a little bit of both? In today’s episode, hosts Richelle Alessi and her husband Chris Alessi are here to guide us as we explore the foundational question: what is the Bible? Together, we’ll discover the unique structure of the Scriptures, why it’s more like a library t…
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What holds us together when life feels overwhelming and our schedules get packed to the brim? In today’s episode, we’ll reflect on the importance of building a strong spiritual core, inspired by a simple gym lesson that became a profound reminder about our relationship with God. As we dive into Galatians 2:20, we'll uncover how making Christ our ce…
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What does it look like to truly trust God with every part of our lives? In today's episode, host Gaby Alessi guides us through the powerful reminder found in Proverbs 16:3, helping us learn what it means to commit our plans—big and small—to the Lord. Together, we'll explore the importance of surrendering our dreams, work, family, and future desires…
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What guides you when you're faced with tough decisions in life? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi invites us into the second half of a heartfelt conversation about the difference between making "good" decisions and making "God" decisions. Together, we’ll explore biblical wisdom from Proverbs and Romans, learn how to discern God’s will when our c…
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What guides your decisions, big or small, throughout the day? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi invites us to reflect on the choices we make and how each decision can become a seed in our lives. Through the wisdom of Romans 12:1, we’ll explore together what it truly means to live as a "living sacrifice"—walking in holiness and making choices tha…
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What does it look like when God goes above and beyond our expectations? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi invites us to reflect on the overwhelming goodness of God through a personal testimony about stepping out in faith. Together, we’ll explore Psalm 71 and learn how sharing stories of God’s faithfulness can encourage us to trust Him with our d…
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Are you struggling with comparison, even though God has a special plan just for you? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us into a heart-to-heart conversation about facing insecurity and choosing confidence, no matter our circumstances. We’ll reflect together on the encouraging words of Deuteronomy 31:6, learning how to trust that God is…
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What do we do when feelings of insecurity and fear start to creep into our daily lives? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to reflect on the strength and confidence God has already placed within us, centering on the empowering message of 2 Timothy 1:7. Together, we’ll uncover how to move beyond fear and feelings of lack, discovering …
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Do you ever find yourself looking around and comparing your journey to those around you? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the importance of staying in our own lane as we dive into Galatians 6:4 and reflect on the impact of comparison in our daily lives. Together, we’ll discover how focusing on our unique calling can lead…
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How do we hold onto trust when tragedy strikes and life feels impossible to understand? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi explores what it means to trust God fully, even when we’re faced with devastating news, like the recent floodings in Texas. Together, we can surrender our anxieties and embrace faith, remembering that even when answers are …
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Where do we turn when we start to feel uncertain or insecure—especially in the chaos of a busy day? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to explore the true meaning of confidence. Drawing from Jeremiah 17:7, we’ll uncover why real confidence isn’t found in fleeting things like accomplishments or the approval of others, but in trusting …
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What helps you start your mornings with hope and encouragement? In today’s episode, our dear Stephanie Muiña reflect on the uplifting words of Psalm 5 and share fresh inspiration for our daily devotional practice. Together, we’ll explore what it means to bring our prayers to God each morning, discover new Christian music to nurture our faith, and b…
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What does it look like when something good begins to take the place of God in our lives? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña invites us to reflect on Psalm 4 and search our hearts for anything that might be replacing God as our primary source of affirmation, peace, or identity. Together, we’ll explore how even the positive things—like fitness …
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What carries us when life feels overwhelming, and the challenges seem too big to carry alone? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña explores the comfort, strength, and encouragement found in Psalm 3. Together, we’ll walk through the honest struggles of feeling isolated—especially for parents of children with special needs—and discover how God’s …
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What comes to mind when you think about royalty and the power of a king? In today's episode, we'll journey through Psalm 2 with host Stephanie Muiña, as we explore the majesty of God and what it means to be called His children. Together, we'll reflect on the awe-inspiring image of God's throne, discover the courage that comes from knowing our ident…
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What keeps us grounded when life’s pace picks up and the to-do list seems never-ending? In today’s episode, our host Stephanie Muiña invites us to slow down and find refreshment in God’s Word as we reflect on Psalm 1. Together, we’ll learn what it means to be like a tree planted by streams of water—rooted, steady, and cared for by God—no matter wha…
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What does it look like to stand strong together when challenges threaten to pull us apart? In today’s episode, we wind up an amazing week with Richelle Alessi and her guest Jackie Roman as we explore “The Battlefield of Prayer.” Together, we'll uncover how prayer isn’t just a personal practice, but a powerful unifying force that strengthens marriag…
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Does praying out loud with someone—even your spouse—ever feel a little awkward? In today's episode, Richelle Alessi and Jackie Roman are here to help us move from feeling uncomfortable to truly aligned in our prayer lives. We'll walk through practical steps for making prayer a natural and powerful part of our relationships, uncover why praying toge…
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What would it look like if we treated each day as an offering to God? In today's episode, we're joined by Richelle Alessi and special guest Jackie Roman, as we explore the idea of dedicating our everyday, ordinary routines—our work, our meals, and even our moments of rest—to God as an act of worship. We'll dig into Romans 12 and discover practical …
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What simple moments are you thankful for today? In this episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on the power of gratitude as we prepare our hearts for deeper prayer. We’ll revisit a timeless verse from Psalm 100:4—"enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise"—and explore how choosing thankfulness, e…
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We talk about God's goodness all the time...but do our actions reflect that truth? In today’s episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and reflect on Psalm 34:8, encouraging us to taste and see the Lord’s goodness—both in our highs and our lows. Together, we'll explore how gratitude opens our hearts to more of God’s presence, and how takin…
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What does it mean to truly surrender and experience transformation in our lives? In today's bonus episode, Gaby Alessi and Pastor Mary Alessi invite us into a heartfelt conversation about what it looks like to submit to God in every season. We’ll revisit the powerful acronym S.U.B.M.I.T., exploring how surrender, understanding, belief, renewing our…
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What does it look like to truly initiate time with God, even in the midst of our busiest seasons? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi, guide us through the final steps of their "Submit to a Season" series by exploring the importance of intentionally seeking God each day. Together, we’ll learn how making the first move toward spending tim…
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Do your thoughts start to take over during challenging seasons? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby and Mary Alessi invite us into day four of their “Submit to the Season” series, focusing on the crucial topic of minding our minds. We’ll learn together how to take every thought captive, overcome doubt, and intentionally fill our lives with faith—especia…
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Struggling to believe in God's promises when nothing seems to be working out? In today's episode, host Gaby and her mother, Mary Alessi, invite us into an honest conversation about faith during seasons of delay. Together, we'll explore what it means to believe that God is faithful, even when we feel weary or when life doesn’t go according to plan. …
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What do we do when life doesn’t go as planned and our prayers seem to go unanswered? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi brings her mother, Mary Alessi, along to continue a series on “submitting to the season.” Together, they explore how letting go of our limited perspective allows us to lean on God’s wisdom and trust in His timing. We’ll discover…
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How do you honestly surrender your plans to God - especially when the waiting feels never-ending? In today's episode, host Gaby Alessi brings a special guest - her mother, Pastor Mary Alessi - to have a heartfelt conversation about "Submit to a Season." As we dive into the first step of their new devotional acronym—surrender—we’ll explore how letti…
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Is there a greater purpose for your life than you realize? In today's episode, host Lauren Alessi explores what it takes to grow our capacity to serve and impact others. Together, we’ll dive into the powerful message of Luke 12:48 – "To whom much is given, much will be required" – and reflect on how God entrusts us with greater influence and respon…
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Is it possible that you are able to carry more than you think? In today’s episode, Lauren Alessi guides us through the idea of “strength training” for our faith, inspired by Ephesians 3:16. Together, we’ll explore how God may be increasing our inner capacity through life’s challenges—not only so we can carry more, but so we can steward blessings an…
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What does it look like to embrace change and allow God to work something new in our lives? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi explores the powerful message behind Mark 2:22 and the idea of “new wine.” Together, we’ll discover what it means to shed old mindsets, grow our capacity, and be made ready for God’s blessings. Whether it’s our habits, o…
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Are your circumstances pushing you out of your comfort zone? In today’s episode, our host Lauren Alessi guides us through the idea of “stretching before strength.” Together, we’ll explore how God uses seasons of stretching—not just to prepare us for greater strength, but to grow our faith, expand our capacity, and ready us for new opportunities of …
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When life starts to feel overwhelmingly difficult and you’re tempted to give up - what’s your response? In today’s episode, host Lauren Alessi invites us to dig deep and discover what it really means to be made for more. We’ll explore the story of the Miami Seaquarium, draw inspiration from Jeremiah 12:5, and reflect on how challenges in our daily …
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Do you ever find yourself questioning God's ways - and is it wrong to do so? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the heart of prayer—why we pray, especially when it feels like our prayers aren’t being answered. Our host for this week, Stephanie Muiña, shares her personal journey, drawing a beautiful parallel between the ‘why’ questions of he…
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When do you find it easiest to connect with God in prayer—early in the morning, or quietly at night? In today’s episode, host Stephanie Muiña invites us to reflect on the practical questions of where and when we build our strongest prayer habits. Together, we’ll explore why consistency is key to a deeper spiritual life, the blessings of meeting God…
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What does it look like to truly surrender our hopes and dreams to God’s will? In today’s episode, as we continue our miniseries on prayer, We’ll explore what it means to pray in alignment with God’s will and the power that comes from praying in Jesus’ name. Through personal stories and scriptural encouragement, we’ll discover how our prayers can tr…
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What makes humility so powerful in our daily lives? In today’s episode, we revisit one of our community’s favorite devotional moments as Stephanie Muiña explores the “Magic of Humility.” Together, we’ll uncover the true meaning of humility—why it enriches our relationships and brings honor and life, and how simple acts of service, gratitude, and en…
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Can you maintain relationships when you don’t see eye to eye? Today on the My Morning Devotional podcast, host Stephanie Muiña shares her heart on “Maturity Monday,” inviting us to explore practical wisdom for navigating disagreements and embracing growth in our daily lives. As a community, we’ll learn how to become peacemakers—drawing from both bi…
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What does true rest really look like for our busy lives? In today’s episode, Richelle Alessi invites us to explore the spiritual importance of intentional rest. Together, we’ll unpack how God models real rest, why it matters, and how we can make space in our lives—mentally and physically—to be refreshed by His presence. We’ll discover practical way…
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Do you ever find yourself drained and thinking that the only answer is some alone time? In today's episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to rethink how we restore our energy—especially if we consider ourselves introverts. Together, we’ll explore how being around the right people and nurturing meaningful relationships can actually refresh and ene…
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Where can you turn when life feels overwhelming? In today’s episode of My Morning Devotional, we journey with Richelle Alessi to explore the power of worship and intentional gratitude. Together, we’ll discover how stepping away from our own worries and turning our hearts toward God can bring us real refreshment, especially as we move through busy s…
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Have you ever felt completely worn out, like you’re running on empty and just can’t keep up with the pace of life? In today’s episode, host Richelle Alessi invites us to pause and discover how we can find true refreshment in God’s promises. As we dive into Isaiah 40:31, we’ll explore what it means to trust in the Lord to renew our strength, even wh…
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Feeling a little worn down after pushing through the first half of the year? In today's episode, our host for this week, Richelle Alessi, invites us to explore the power of generosity as we reflect on Proverbs 11:25. Together, we’ll uncover practical ways to bless those around us, even in the midst of busy schedules and summer plans, and discover h…
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Have you ever found it hard to let go of a hurt or forgive someone who has wronged you? In today’s episode of My Morning Devotional, hosts Gaby Alessi wrap up their transformative "Ungodly Indicators" series by exploring the weighty topic of unforgiveness. Together, we’ll learn how holding onto past hurts can affect our relationships, isolate us fr…
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Have you ever found yourself pulling away from others when life gets overwhelming? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi invites us to reflect on the subtle warning signs of isolation and how it can quietly creep into our lives as an “ungodly indicator.” Drawing from Ecclesiastes 4:9, we’ll discover the vital importance of community, explore the dif…
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Have you ever wondered if there's something hidden in your heart that might be pushing you away from God’s best for your life? In today’s episode, hosts Gaby Alessi explore the subtle but powerful presence of pride and how it can act as an ungodly indicator in our spiritual walk. Together, we’ll dive into Psalm 139 and uncover how true humility ope…
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Have you ever noticed that you’re being way too negative? In today's episode, host Gaby Alessi guides us through recognizing frustration as an "ungodly indicator"—a gentle sign that we may need to realign our outlook. Drawing inspiration from James 1:2–4, we'll discover why perseverance in the face of trials is vital for our spiritual growth, and h…
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Have you ever wondered what signals in your life might be pointing you away from God’s peace? In today’s episode, host Gaby Alessi begins a new five-part devotional series called "Ungodly Indicators." Together, we'll learn how to recognize the subtle signs—like stress—that reveal when we’re not operating in the Spirit. Drawing from personal experie…
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Have you ever wondered why our prayers sometimes don’t seem to change our circumstances—but somehow, they change us instead? In today’s episode, Lauren Alessi explores the transformative power of prayer, drawing from Philippians 4:6-7 to remind us that prayer can exchange our anxiety for God’s peace, even during seasons of waiting and longing. Toge…
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