Abraham Sacrifices Isaac Devotions on Genesis 21:1-3; 22:1-13 Monday–Abraham Sacrifices Isaac “The Lord dealt with Sarah as he had said” (Genesis 21:1). Promises are important to keep. We all know how devastating broken promises can be. They can destroy relationships. On the other hand, if a person has a reputation of keeping promises, it […]
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Devotions on Matthew 18:15-35–Parable of the Unforgiving Servant
Parable of the Unforgiving Servant Matthew 18:12-35 Monday–Parable of the Unforgiving Servant “If another member of the church sins against you, go and point out the fault when the two of you are alone” (Matthew 18:15). Jesus’ instructions seem so simple, but we certainly have a difficult time following them. Karen and Juanita served on […]
Mark 14:12-25–One of You Will Betray Me
One of You Will Betray Me Devotions on Mark 14:12-25 Monday–One of You Will Betray Me “So he sent two of his disciples saying to them, ‘Go into the city, and a man carrying a jar of water will meet you’” (Mark 14:13). The anxious high school graduates gathered in the auditorium the morning […]
The Church in a Fresh Light
For Theirs is the Kingdom, Christopher Carlisle (Eugene, Oregon, Resource Publications, 2021). Stories can be effective lens through which to view our lives, especially when we refuse to look at ourselves directly. For example, the prophet Nathan used a story of two men, one who was rich and the other who was poor, to help […]
1 Corinthians 11, Take Eat This is My Body
Devotions for 1 Corinthians 11:17-34–Take Eat This is My Body Monday–Take Eat This is My Body “When you come together it is not for the better but for the worse” (1 Corinthians 11:17). The Hatfields and the McCoys had been having a family reunion for fifty years—ever since Mary Hatfield married Jeb McCoy. The […]
Psalm 84, Romans 6–Dead to Sin Alive in Christ
Dead to Sin Alive in Christ Psalm 84:1-12; Romans 6:1-11 Monday–Dead to Sin Alive in Christ “How lovely is your dwelling place, O Lord of hosts” (Psalm 84:1)! Cheryl unlocked the door, stepped into the foyer and set down her suitcase. It was good to be home. She had spent two weeks touring some […]
Ephesians 6:10-20, The Whole Armor of God
Devotions on Ephesians 4:1-16–The Whole Armor of God Monday–The Whole Armor of God “I beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called” (Ephesians 4:1). Thirteen year-old Becca was back-to-school shopping with her mom and two of her friends. As young teenage girls do, Becca and her […]
Discovering Grace
Sealed: An Unexpected Journey into the Heart of Grace, Katie Langston (Thornbush Press, 2020). I must confess that I selected this book, because it would provide me with a lay perspective of Mormonism. My knowledge of the Church of Latter Day Saints was very limited. I did know that they were not accepted as “Christian” […]
Building Up the Body of Christ, Ephesians 4:1-16
Devotions on Ephesians 4:1-16–Building Up the Body of Christ Monday–Building Up the Body of Christ “I beg you to lead a life worthy of the calling to which you have been called” (Ephesians 4:1). Thirteen year-old Becca was back-to-school shopping with her mom and two of her friends. As young teenage girls do, Becca […]
Ephesians 2:11-32, Jesus is the Cornerstone
Jesus is the Cornerstone Devotions on Ephesians 2:11-22 Monday–Jesus is the Cornerstone “Remember that you were at that time without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel” (Ephesians 1:12a). Eduardo was a Peruvian living legally in the United States. Many people called Eduardo an alien and he certainly felt like one. His dark skin, […]