Matthew Ruttan

The Up Devotional

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The Up Devotional is published five days a week, Monday to Friday, over email, social media, and as a podcast. You can also hear it each day on the Life Radio Network throughout central Ontario.

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He binds himself to us – The Up Devotional

[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 […]
  1. He binds himself to us
  2. Being hospitable (when you don’t want to be)
  3. When his glory is revealed
  4. Only a suffering God can help
  5. The boy who had a revelation after strike three

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The devotional is broadcast to thousands each weekday morning at approximately 8:15 a.m. as a part of the Life Radio Network across Central Ontario. Click the button to learn more, hear a sample, and find out how to support this influential outreach.

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Past episodes

Online homebase

The Up Devotional has been going since 2014. The online homebase is TheUpDevo.com. There you can find past episodes and search for specific themes and Bible verses.

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FAQ’s

Common questions

What is a devotional?

It’s a tool to help you grow in your devotion to God.

Why is it called “The Up Devotional”?

We often think of God as “up” (although, of course, he is everywhere). I suggested the name to my wife and she said: “Yeah, like get up in the morning and look up!” It’s about keeping your eyes fixed on God (Hebrews 12:2).

How long is each devotional?

Short. You can read each devotional is about a minute, or listen to it in about two.

What is the theology?

Biblical, thoughtful evangelicalism. I am from a Reformed Protestant background and take an ecumenical approach.

How can I access past devotionals?

You can visit the online homebase: TheUpDevo.com. It has past editions back to 2016.

Is it on social media?

Yes. Right now it’s on Instagram, Facebook, X, Bluesky and Threads. It is most likely coming to TikTok and Snapchat.