Posts with the category “devo”

In a world that is obsessed with “self” a biblical understanding of self-esteem is hard to come by. The message becomes muddled and turns into an ugly self-absorption instead of glorious selfless serv...  Read More

Are you a rule follower or a rebel at heart? Do you get upset when people don’t do what they are supposed to? Or are you more of a “You do you” kind of person? People often misunderstand God’s grace a...  Read More

There are two ways to become a member of a family. Birth and adoption. Adoption is the highest form of the two. In adoption, parents choose to bring a child into their family out of pure love rather t...  Read More

The cross is more than just a symbol we wear as jewelry or tattoo on our bodies. It's the key to Christian life. In Galatians 2:20, Paul shares the incredible truth that when we put our faith in Jesus...  Read More

It’s one of the most enticing words in the English language. In fact, few words capture our attention, like the word "free." Whether it's a BOGO deal or that free 30-day trial, we are drawn to the pro...  Read More

Scripture: Galatians 2:20-21Topic: Jesus loved us and gave Himself for usMy old self has been crucified with Christ.[a] It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly bo...  Read More

What would you prefer, to feel strong, capable, and on top of everything, or to feel weak, inadequate, and overwhelmed? If you’re anything like me, the former is way more appealing than the later. Jes...  Read More

One of the most empowering truths in the New Testament is that we become new creations when we put our faith in Jesus. 2 Corinthians 5:17 tells us, “Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new crea...  Read More

Have you ever experienced the challenge of a backseat driver? You know, someone who is not actually driving but wants to tell you how to drive? It can be really frustrating, can't it? They may mean we...  Read More

Have you ever gone through a tough season and had a friend or family member offer a listening ear, a shoulder to cry on, or a comforting word? How did it make you feel? Did you feel less alone, less b...  Read More

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17Topic: Jesus always leads us in triumphScripture: 2 Corinthians 5:12-21Topic: Jesus became sin for us that we could become the righteousness of GodScripture: 2 Corinthi...  Read More

One of the most famous passages in the Bible has to be 1 Corinthians 13. It’s read at almost every wedding. We’ve become so familiar with these verses that we sometimes forget to apply them to our liv...  Read More

We all love to be on the inside of something special, whether it’s an exclusive group, a special event, or a unique opportunity. The most incredible opportunity to be on the “In” is described for us b...  Read More

Every email we send or receive has three essential elements: the sender, the recipient, and the subject line. This week, as we start our journey through the Epistles (letters written to specific churc...  Read More

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31Topic: Jesus is the power and wisdom of God18 The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the ver...  Read More

Has anyone ever said to you, “Trust me, I’ve got your back”? While that is a nice sentiment, it’s only as powerful as the person who says it. It makes a huge difference whether it comes from a billion...  Read More

Who do you love enough to be willing to make sacrifices for? Is there anyone you’d be ready to die for? Most people would say they love their children, parents, or spouses enough to be willing to make...  Read More

What is something that you are really proud of in your life? Maybe it is a physical, educational or professional achievement? Maybe it’s your kids or grandkids? Maybe your cultural heritage is a sourc...  Read More

Scripture: Romans 3:21-26Topic: Jesus is the propitiation for our sins21 But now God has shown us a way to be made right with him without keeping the requirements of the law, as was promised in the wr...  Read More

If we were to ask ten people in your life what you are most known for, what would they say? Would they talk about your occupation, family role, financial or social status, hobbies, personality trait, ...  Read More

Imagine walking into a grocery store, a shopping mall, or even a church building and sitting by the entrance is a poor person with a sign saying, “Homeless, please help.” What goes through your mind? ...  Read More

Have you ever served on a jury or watched a TV show about a trial? If so, then you know the powerful role that eyewitnesses play. Their firsthand account establishes the facts and helps clarify the tr...  Read More

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11Topic: Jesus is the risen, asceded and returning SaviorScripture: Acts 4:8-12Topic: Jesus is the only name by which we may be savedScripture: Acts 10:34-48Topic: Jesus is the Sav...  Read More

Have you ever felt like you just don’t measure up, like you fall short of other’s expectations? Maybe you’ve been looked down upon, or just simply overlooked? Or maybe your past failures and shortcomi...  Read More

Have you ever been running late and not been able to find your keys? Or been at the store and can’t find your wallet? Or lost your phone and it's nowhere to be found? If so, then you’ve also experienc...  Read More

One day, Jesus was approached by a religious expert in the law who asked, “What must I do to inherit eternal life?” In short, the answer they arrive at is, “Love God unconditionally and love your neig...  Read More

Have you ever had the experience of losing sight of your child or perhaps seen parents that temporarily can’t find their child? When that happens, three minutes can feel like an eternity? What about t...  Read More

Have you noticed that our world seems to have abandoned objective truth and replaced it with personal perspectives? We hear mantras like “Live your own truth” and “Be true to yourself.” But if truth i...  Read More

Scripture: Luke 2:41-52Topic: Jesus grew in wisdom and stature41 Every year Jesus’ parents went to Jerusalem for the Passover festival. 42 When Jesus was twelve years old, they attended the festival a...  Read More

Jesus did a lot of unexpected things that challenged the cultural norms of His day— things like touching lepers, hanging out with prostitutes, chasing people out of the temple with a whip. But perhaps...  Read More

Firsts are almost always a big deal. They form some of our most powerful memories and can even shape the course of things to come.  What are some of your most memorable firsts? First pet, first day of...  Read More

Jesus said a lot of amazing and profound things. But there’s one that tops them all – “I AM.” In John’s Gospel, Jesus reveals His divine identity through a series of profound "I AM" statements. The fi...  Read More

John 3:16 is arguably the most famous verse in the Bible. But few people actually know the backstory. It all started in Numbers 21, with Israel wandering in the wilderness after their Exodus from Egyp...  Read More

John opens His gospel with one of the most profound statements about Jesus found in the entire Bible – “In the beginning was the Word…” John develops this idea of Jesus being “the Word” over the first...  Read More

Scripture: John 1:1-18Topic: Jesus is the Logos of God1 In the beginning the Word already existed.    The Word was with God,    and the Word was God.2 He existed in the beginning with God.3 God create...  Read More

Take a moment and think about all the things you need to do today? If you have a “To Do” list, pull it out and ask yourself, “What’s the most important thing I need to do today?” In Mark 12:29-30, Jes...  Read More

What do you think is the most important question you’ve ever been asked? Maybe something like, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” or Will you forgive me?” or “Do you want to get married?” or “...  Read More

In Mark 3 we see two contrasting groups of people – the crowd and the called. The crowd is gathered around Jesus by the sea shore, “Jesus withdrew with His disciples to the sea. And a great multitude ...  Read More

In Mark 2:1-12, we are told the beautiful story of four men who bring their paralyzed friend to Jesus to be healed. But when they get there the crowd is already so large they can’t get anywhere near H...  Read More

As you look at today's headlines, sometimes it seems like the only news out there is bad news. Couple that with our own personal challenges and it’s easy to adopt a negative view of life. But if you’r...  Read More