2:56 a.m. I woke up feeling betrayed. 3:10 a.m. I wondered, “Why am I awake?” I got up and made a cup of coffee. When I plopped down in my usual spot, Rice immediately jumped in my lap to love and be loved. I sat with my coffee and my feelings. The house stayed dark.Continue reading “Father’s Day 2025 | A Deeply Personal Lament”
Author Archives: The Devotional Guy™
The Devotional Guy™ is a blog written by Rainer Bantau helping Christians think biblically and live purposefully in a complex and changing world.
Saturday in the Word | Is the End of the World Soon?
In recent months, I’ve heard more and more about the Rapture and the End Times. Many well-meaning, faithful saints are convinced that the Second Coming is imminent. To which I say, only the Lord knows. God doesn’t quantify soon in the same sense that we do. Imminent may be right around the corner but itContinue reading “Saturday in the Word | Is the End of the World Soon?”
Wednesday Wisdom | You Matter
Do you know your life matters deeply to God and to the world He’s placed you in? Yes, you matter. Each of us carry a unique purpose that isn’t fabricated by our ambition, but formed by our Creator. As I’ve been on this current journey of transformation and walking through this present period of transition,Continue reading “Wednesday Wisdom | You Matter”
