The Daily Catch
For decades, John Fischer’s writing has inspired, challenged, and encouraged thousands of readers through his books and his articles in CCM Magazine. Since 2012, that voice has continued through The Daily Catch.
The Daily Catch is more than a devotional thought for the day. These messages offer strong, practical biblical teaching rooted in grace—a moment to see Scripture and life more clearly, to receive grace again, and to be challenged to carry that grace into a world that can often be noisy, divided, and chaotic.
Below are the most recent Daily Catch messages. Select any title to read the complete article.
October 6, 2026
It’s 3:00 o’clock
There was a time when 3:00 in the afternoon meant something very different to a kid with a paper route. School was out. The bicycle was waiting. So were the newspapers. And so was the route. In John Fischer’s … Continue reading →
October 2, 2026
Fragile Clay Jars
We now have this light shining in our hearts, but we ourselves are like fragile clay jars containing this great treasure. This makes it clear that our great power is from God, not from ourselves. (2 Corinthians 4:7) This is … Continue reading →
October 1, 2026
‘Will someone please turn on the lights’
For God, who said, “Let there be light in the darkness,” has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ. (2 Corinthians 4:6) When … Continue reading →
September 29, 2026
Agents of the Holy Spirit
Therefore, since God in his mercy has given us this new way, we never give up. We reject all shameful deeds and underhanded methods. We don’t try to trick anyone or distort the word of God. We tell the truth … Continue reading →
September 26, 2026
How to work really hard and end up with nothing.
We are confident of all this because of our great trust in God through Christ. It is not that we think we are qualified to do anything on our own. Our qualification comes from God. He has enabled us to be … Continue reading →
September 24, 2026
‘When I came to the city of Troas…’
When I came to the city of Troas to preach the Good News of Christ, the Lord opened a door of opportunity for me. But I had no peace of mind because my dear brother Titus hadn’t yet arrived with … Continue reading →
September 23, 2026
See Yourself As Barbara Walters
I love to be interviewed. I love being asked what I think about such-and-such because I love to talk. I even like hearing myself talk. That may be fine for an interview, but that’s about the only time it’s okay. … Continue reading →
September 22, 2026
You’ve Got Options
Your Catch today is an assignment (if you choose to accept it). I would like you to hear the talk I delivered yesterday live at our Church at the Catch on our Facebook site. I believe it’s an important rendering … Continue reading →
September 18, 2026
How to Have a Hard Conversation
by Doug Stevens To prepare for a difficult conversation … Tune your heart with Grace and Truth, always seek to re/build Trust. Assume the posture of Humility, unleash your capacity for Empathy. Three Core Convictions: Humility Know who you are, secure … Continue reading →
September 17, 2026
A Post About Posting
by Doug Stevens A post on social media about an issue that carries any controversial connotation (and so many do these days, even if unintentionally) is almost always about more than the issue itself, and the comments provoked are evidence … Continue reading →