Daily Devotions: Discouragement - June 8, 2026

Pastor David E. Sumrall Podcast · Jun 8, 2026 · 5m

1 Kings 19:4 (ESV) - “But he himself went a day's journey into the wilderness and came and sat down under a broom tree. And he asked that he might die, saying, ‘It is enough; now, O Lord, take away my life, for I am no better than my fathers.’”

In this episode of Daily Devotions, Pastor David Sumrall examines the story of Elijah and the powerful effects of discouragement. Even after experiencing a great victory, Elijah became overwhelmed, exhausted, and discouraged. His words, perspective, and outlook on life were deeply affected by what he was feeling.

Pastor Sumrall explains that…