The 10 best devotionals for men in 2026
The best devotionals for men provide daily biblical encouragement, practical wisdom, and strength to help guys grow closer to Jesus while navigating real-life responsibilities. These daily devotionals are specifically written for guys and stand out as top choices, making them a great Christian gift to give on Father’s Day, anniversary, or birthday.
Many men share how committing to one of these devotionals has turned quiet mornings into powerful times of renewal — especially during seasons of stress, decision-making, or spiritual dryness. A simple daily habit of reading a devotional can help all of us remember God's faithfulness and face the day with purpose, and these devotionals were written specifically for men.
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Top 10 devotionals for men
1. ‘The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge’ by Tony Dungy
“The One Year Uncommon Life Daily Challenge” by Tony Dungy is a 365-day devotional that challenges men to live with purpose through daily Scriptures, reflections, and unique reflection and application prompts from a Super Bowl-winning coach.
Dungy is a former NFL head coach, respected leader, and committed Christian family man. He wrote this devotional to help men apply faith to everyday decisions, family life, and legacy-building after years of mentoring players and leaders in high-pressure environments.
“Daily Strength for Men: A 365-Day Devotional” by Chris Bolinger delivers inspirational messages from Scripture, helping readers seek strength, wisdom, and courage daily.
Bolinger is a pastor, author, and founder of Men of the Word. He drew on his years of ministry and counseling men through life's toughest struggles when writing this devotional with the goal of providing steady biblical encouragement for busy husbands, fathers, and professionals.
“Stand Strong: 365 Devotions for Men by Men” from Our Daily Bread Ministries features short, relatable readings that are written by a variety of men specifically for other men. They include real-life testimonies to encourage faith, integrity, and trusting God under pressure.
Edited by Our Daily Bread Ministries, a trusted nonprofit with decades of producing Scripture-based resources, this devotional brings together contributions from various male writers and pastors to offer authentic, peer-to-peer encouragement rooted in everyday experiences.
“No More Excuses: A 90-Day Devotional for Men” by Tony Evans delivers bold, biblical motivation in this three-month devotional. Evans urges men to overcome setbacks and lead with godliness and without excuses.
Evans is the senior pastor of Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship, a bestselling author, and one of America's most influential evangelical voices. He wrote this daily devotional to challenge men, drawing from his pastoral experience counseling guys to step up in faith, family, and purpose — with no room for excuses.
“Men's Devotional for Dads: A Year of Prayers, Guidance, and Wisdom” by Chris and Jamie Bailey offers fathers 52 weekly entries with Bible-based encouragement for every season of fatherhood. Designed for busy dads who serve as pillars of strength for their families, each devotion includes an uplifting affirmation of God's truth, followed by practical insights drawn from real-life stories.
Chris and Jamie Bailey are married, and are both professional Christian counselors and marriage coaches with Master's degrees in Professional Counseling. Known for helping Christian marriages and families thrive through their writing, speaking, and retreats, this devotional draws on years of counseling fathers and couples.
“The Five Marks of a Man Devotional: 60 Days to a Powerful Life” by Brian Tome is a 60-day devotional that encourages men to embrace biblical manhood through practical devotions on strength, purpose, and godly living.
Tome is the lead pastor of Crossroads Church and an author who’s written about authentic Christian masculinity. He wrote this devotional to equip men with clear, actionable steps toward living out God's design for manhood in today's culture.
“Walking with God” by David Jeremiah is a 365-day devotional that focuses on drawing closer to God through Scripture and reflection. While not specifically written for men, it’s still an excellent choice. Each day includes a Bible verse, a short devotional written or curated by Jeremiah, and a an inspiring quote from a respected Christian thinker or leader.
Jeremiah is the senior pastor of Shadow Mountain Community Church in El Cajon, California, and the founder and host of the “Turning Point” radio and television ministry. His passion for reaching the lost and encouraging believers shines through in this devotional, which reflects his commitment to helping people grow deeper in their relationship with Christ despite the stress of today’s fast-paced world.
"Words of Jesus for Men” by Riekert Botha provides 366 daily meditations focused exclusively on the words of Jesus from the Gospels. Each day’s message focuses on a verse quoting Jesus with a brief reflective essay and closes with a prayer asking for guidance in living out Jesus’ words.
Riekert Botha is a well-known radio personality and tentmaker pastor with a PhD in counseling from Northwestern Theological Seminary. He has served in Baptist churches and as a missionary in Ukraine with his wife, Pippa. Riekert is known for conveying deep spiritual truths in a simple and accessible way.
“The Deer Stand Devotional: A Walk with the Creator Through Hunting Season” by Aaron B. Futrell is a unique devotional that encourages hunters to draw closer to Christ amid the quiet and anticipation of the woods.
This eight-week devotional is written around the rhythm of deer season. It's designed as a practical addition to any hunter's pack, ideal for tree stand reading, and perfect for men who love the outdoors and want to align their passion for hunting with a deeper walk with Jesus.
Futrell is a lifelong hunter and angler from Canal Fulton, Ohio. He’s a U.S. Army combat veteran and the senior editor for “The Hunting News.” Through this devotional and his other writings, Futrell shares insights gained from years in the field, reflecting on God’s creation.
“My Utmost for His Highest” by Oswald Chambers is a timeless daily devotional that many readers say cuts straight to their souls. Now with updated language, this edition makes Chambers' insights more accessible to modern readers while preserving the depth and passion of his original messages.
While not written specifically for men, “My Utmost for His Highest” is the “go-to” devotional for many Christian men I know. Chambers writes thought-provoking, Scripture-based meditations that urge readers to stretch their faith and love for Jesus by fostering a genuine relationship with God.
Chambers (1874–1917) was born in Scotland and converted in his teen years through Charles Spurgeon's ministry. His Christian teaching and preaching took him to the United States, Japan, and other countries; he served as principal of the Bible Training College in London and as a chaplain to Allied troops in Egypt during World War I, where he died at age 43.
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