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Battle Drill Daily Devotional (Audio) | Christian 5-Minute Bible Devotions

Rob Westwood-Payne

Battle Drill Daily Devotional is your source for quick, powerful daily inspiration rooted in God’s Word. Hosted by Salvation Army officer Rob Westwood-Payne, each episode delivers a 5-minute Christian devotional designed to help you stay spiritually strong and prepared for life’s challenges.Whether you’re searching for a Salvation Army daily devotional, a Christian daily podcast to start your morning, or short devotionals to keep your faith battle-ready, this podcast offers practical biblical

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3:37

Why Your Willpower Isn't Enough (And That's Okay) | 5...

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2026/01/18

Why Your Willpower Isn't Enough (And That's Okay) If you have been feeling spiritually exhausted, guilty, or "behind" in your faith, you might be believing a lie. In this special 5th-anniversary devotional, we explore why "trying harder" isn't the answer and discover the simple plan for growth that comes from daily grace, not daily guilt. Today's Scripture: “Apart from me, you can do nothing.” — John 15:5 NLT In this video, you will learn: - The "Big Lie" about willpower that keeps us stuc...

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7:08

The Secret Mission Hidden in Your Daily Routine |...

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2026/01/18

Do you ever feel like your daily life is just a series of boring chores? It’s easy to feel like our work, our parenting, or our routine doesn't matter much in the grand scheme of things. But what if your ordinary routine is actually a divine assignment? In this devotional, Rob Westwood-Payne explores Acts 1:8 and reveals how the Holy Spirit empowers you to be a witness right where you are - in your office, your home, or your neighbourhood. You don't need to be extraordinary; you just need t...

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7:06

Why Reading the Bible Isn’t Enough | Daily 5-Minute...

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2026/01/17

There is a spiritual deception so subtle that millions of sincere Christians fall for it every day. It’s the belief that simply reading the Bible or listening to sermons is enough. But in James 1:22, we receive a stark warning: if we are only hearers of the Word and not doers, we are deceiving ourselves. In this daily devotional, we explore: - The danger of "passive" Christianity. - The mirror analogy: Why we forget what we look like. - How Jesus modelled active obedience. - One practical st...

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6:20

Why Jesus Stopped Reading Isaiah 61 | Daily 5-Minute...

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2026/01/16

You have heard the name "Christ" your whole life, but did you know it is actually a job description? In this devotional, Rob Westwood-Payne explores the powerful meaning behind the "Anointed One" and why Jesus’ mission in Luke 4 changes everything for us today. We look at the moment Jesus stood in the synagogue, read from Isaiah 61, and stopped mid-sentence. Why did he do that? And what does the ancient promise of Jubilee mean for your freedom right now? Scripture: Luke 4:14-21, Isaiah 61:1...

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6:58

Why You Feel Like You Never Do Enough for God | Daily...

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2026/01/15

Do you feel like a spiritual contractor, constantly trying to earn your wages from God? Here is how to move from striving to receiving. In this daily devotional, we tackle spiritual burnout and the pressure to perform. If you are checking things off your to-do list but still feel like you don't measure up, you might be caught in the "Spiritual Contractor" trap. We look at the baptism of Jesus and Romans 8 to discover a profound truth: you are already beloved. We explore: - The difference be...

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7:28

Why Jesus Waited 30 Years (The Truth About Silence) |...

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2026/01/14

You’ve prayed. You’ve planned. You are ready to do something huge for God... but all you hear is silence. It feels like rejection, but what if it’s actually your greatest test? In this devotional, Rob Westwood-Payne explores the "hidden years" of Jesus to reveal the truth about God’s silence. Before Jesus performed a single miracle, he spent 30 years in ordinary obscurity. Why? Because heaven opens over ordinary obedience. If you feel stuck in the waiting room of destiny, looking for a sign...

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7:15

Jesus’ Baptism: The Day God Changed the Rules | Daily...

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2026/01/13

Have you ever wondered why the sinless Son of God waded into the muddy Jordan River? In this Battle Drill Daily Devotional, we explore the strange and powerful meaning behind Jesus' baptism. It wasn’t an act of repentance - he had nothing to repent for. Instead, it was an act of radical solidarity. Rob Westwood-Payne unpacks the theology of Kenosis (Philippians 2) and reveals how this single moment completely flips the script on power and status. If you are tired of a world obsessed with cl...

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7:09

Why Jesus Chose the Mess (And You Should Too) | Daily...

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2026/01/12

Have you ever felt like Jesus is a ghost? A distant figure removed from your traffic jams, deadlines, and dirty dishes? In this daily devotional, we discover why Jesus didn't wait for a holy moment to show up - and why he is waiting in your mess right now. We often try to build a bridge to God, thinking we need to be "clean" before we approach him. But the Baptism of Jesus in the Jordan River tells a different story. Jesus stepped into the muddy, chaotic water to be with us. In this video, ...

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Stop Waiting to Seek God - Do It Now | Daily 5-Minute...

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2026/01/11

Have you been putting off seeking God? Waiting for the perfect quiet moment to pray, read your Bible, or draw close to him? In this devotional, we turn to Hosea 10:12 and discover why now - not tomorrow - is the appointed time to seek the Lord. 📖 KEY SCRIPTURE: "Plant the good seeds of righteousness, and you will harvest a crop of love. Plough up the hard ground of your hearts, for now is the time to seek the Lord, that he may come and shower righteousness upon you." - Hosea 10:12 (NLT) ⏱️

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7:47

You Are Planting These 3 Seeds Every Day Without...

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2026/01/10

Are you planting seeds of regret without even knowing it? Every day, we make small choices that either grow spiritual fruit or choke it out. In this devotional, we expose three hidden seeds most Christians plant daily - passive complaint, idle consumption, and convenient isolation - and show you how to replace them with gratitude, stillness, and connection. Watch the sermon this series of daily devotionals follows on from - {} 🌱 What You'll Discover: • Why complaining is "salting the

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7:10

Why You Feel Stuck Spiritually and How to Break Free...

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2026/01/09

Feeling stuck spiritually? You're praying, reading your Bible, doing all the right things - but nothing's changing. If you feel distant from God, this devotional will show you why that discomfort might be the very proof of His grace at work. Using Hosea 10:12 (NLT), we explore how God lovingly ploughs the hard ground of our hearts - not to punish us, but to prepare us for a harvest. Discover three practical steps to cooperate with this uncomfortable, transformative work: inviting the plough ...

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Why Does God Feel So Distant Right Now? | Hosea 10:12...

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2026/01/08

Why does God feel so distant right now? If you're praying, reading your Bible, and showing up for church - but still feel like you're just going through the motions - this devotional is for you. In Hosea 10:12, God tells His people to "plough up the hard ground of your hearts." Your spiritual life might feel stuck not because of some great sin, but because of the very real hurts life has thrown at you. Disappointment. Betrayal. Weariness. Over time, these things harden our hearts - and when ...

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3 Poisonous Weeds Killing Your Church From the Inside...

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2026/01/07

What if the biggest threat to your church isn't outside pressure - but quiet poison growing inside the walls? In this sermon from Hosea 10, we'll uncover three poisonous weeds that choke spiritual life: empty words, toxic nostalgia, and bitter fear. 📖 WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: • How empty promises and broken commitments create injustice (Hosea 10:4) • Why "we've always done it this way" becomes a dangerous idol (Hosea 10:13) • How fear grows roots of bitterness that divide churches (Hebrews 12:15)

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5 Signs Your Church Has Become a Museum | Daily...

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2026/01/06

Is your church preserving the past or fuelling the future? In this daily devotional, I break down five warning signs that your church or corps might be functioning more like a museum than a mission – and what it takes to get back on track. Many churches experience a slow, quiet fade: energy once spent on risky, life-changing ministry now goes towards preserving history and keeping insiders comfortable. If you've ever felt like your church is stuck in the past, this message is for you. THE 5...

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Why Your Comfort Zone Might Be Destroying Your...

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2026/01/05

You prayed, God answered, and the blessing came. But what happens when that breakthrough becomes a spiritual dead end? This Bible devotional unpacks the hidden danger of comfort zones and how past blessings can accidentally stall your spiritual growth. In this 6-minute teaching, Salvation Army officer Rob Westwood-Payne walks through Hosea 10:1-12 and 1 Samuel 7:12 to show why gratitude for what God has done must fuel expectation for what he wants to do next. Learn the difference between rem...

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Don't Pack Up Christmas Joy With the Decorations |...

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2026/01/04

After 35 days from Advent to Christmas, here’s how to keep the light burning in January and beyond. When the decorations come down and the house feels empty, it’s easy to think that Christmas joy was just a temporary feeling. But the shepherds in Luke 2 show us three secrets to turning seasonal joy into year-round light: be available, act with haste, and share your story. This Bible study walks through the Gospel of Luke chapter 2 to help you carry the peace and presence of Christmas right in...

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Why Most People Miss the Real Miracle of Christmas...

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2026/01/03

The first weekend after Christmas feels different. The presents are opened, the meals are memories, and life settles back into its rhythm. But here’s the danger: being so close to the miracle of Christmas yet letting it stay just a story. In this devotional, we look at the people of Bethlehem who heard about Jesus’ birth and were amazed - but never went to see for themselves. They missed the encounter of a lifetime. The shepherds show us a better way. They said “Let’s go,” they hurried, and t...

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Why Your Anxiety Never Goes Away and What Jesus...

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2026/01/02

Struggling with anxiety that never goes away? You’ve tried vision boards, meditation apps, and perfect budgets - but worldly peace shatters the moment life doesn’t go to plan. Discover the biblical peace that Jesus offers in John 14:27: a peace the world cannot give, that guards your heart even when everything feels out of control. In this Bible devotional, Salvation Army officer Rob Westwood-Payne shares his personal journey from exhausting self-reliance to finding God’s supernatural calm. ...

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The Fresh Start You Get Every Single Morning | New...

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2026/01/01

Feeling like your New Year fresh start has already faded? Discover the daily gift from God that renews your hope every single morning - not just on 1st January. In this 7-minute Bible devotional, we explore how God’s mercy isn’t a one-time event but a gift you get to unwrap every day. Based on Lamentations 3:22-23 and 2 Corinthians 5:17, you’ll learn why your identity in Christ means you’re not the same old person trying harder - you’re a new creation learning to live out who you truly are. W...

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Where Was God When You Needed Him? 3 Ways to Find His...

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2025/12/31

This past year was a lot, wasn’t it? Before rushing into the next chapter, let’s pause and ask: where was God when you needed Him? In this 5-minute Bible devotional, discover 3 reflection prompts from Psalm 77 to help you see His unexpected provision, strength, and peace in the chaos. Learn how to find hope in difficult times and recognise God’s faithfulness even when life felt overwhelming. In this devotional, you’ll discover: - How to look for God’s grace in the middle of stress and pressur...

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