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The Up Devotional

The Up Devotional

By: Matthew Ruttan
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In a minute or two, start your day with a shot of soul espresso—biblical and down-to-earth. It's written and read by disciple, pastor, and author, Matthew Ruttan. www.TheUpDevo.comMatthew Ruttan Christianity Daily Spirituality
Episodes
  • He binds himself to us

    He binds himself to us
    Jun 26 2026
    [Note: New podcast episode about The Apostles’ Creed — link in footnotes.] ~ Thousands of years ago the people of God were encouraged with these words: “Yet the LORD set his affection on your ancestors and loved them, and he chose you, their descendants, above all the nations—as it is today” (Deuteronomy 10:15). In his […]
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    2 mins
  • Being hospitable (when you don’t want to be)

    Being hospitable (when you don’t want to be)
    Jun 25 2026
    In 1 Peter 4, the apostle is encouraging his readers to be prayerful and loving. As a part of this he shares a word about hospitality: “Show hospitality to one another without grumbling” (verse 9). When we think about the word hospitality, we often think of the “hospitality industry.” That’s not unrelated, but it’s not […]
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    2 mins
  • When his glory is revealed

    When his glory is revealed
    Jun 24 2026
    “Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you” (1 Peter 4:12). Whenever we go through hardship or adversity, it’s good to remain tethered to sources of help. Unfortunately, one of the things some people do is isolate themselves—from […]
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    2 mins
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