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 […]
Devotional Thoughts
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 […]
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, […]
Ephesians 1:1-14, Saints of God
Devotions on Ephesians 1:1-14–Saints of God Monday–Saints of God “To the saints who are in Ephesus and are faithful” (Ephesians 1:1). Casey saw what was happening and sprang into action. A young mother pushing a stroller was crossing the intersection with her pre-school daughter. The mother was distracted by the crying baby in the […]
Jeremiah 36:1-28; 31:31-34, A New Covenant
A New Covenant Devotions on Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-31 Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Monday, A New Covenant “Take a scroll and write on it all the words that I have spoken to you against Israel and Judah and all the nations” (Jeremiah 36:2). Cal Evers listened as Sunday’s gospel lesson was read. The text […]
Jeremiah 1:1-4; 7:1-11–Prophet to the Nations
Devotional Thoughts Jeremiah 1:4-10, 7:1-11–prophet to the nations Trinity Sunday Monday, prophet to the nations “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you” (Jeremiah 1:4). It was a mild night, with (mercifully) no mosquitos nipping at any exposed area of my skin. The moon was new. The sky was black and the […]
Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29, Receiving the Holy Spirit
Receiving the Holy Spirit Devotions on Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29 Seventh Sunday in Easter Monday, Receiving the Holy Spirit “Did you receive the Spirit by doing the works of the law or by believing what you heard (Galatians 3:2)? Lamar’s friend, Eduardo had had a religious experience. He had been baptized by the Holy Spirit […]
Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21, Crucified with Christ
Crucified with Christ Devotions on Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21 Sixth Sunday in Easter Monday, Crucified with Christ “I was violently persecuting the church of God and was trying to destroy it” (Galatians 1:18). Andrew was chasing his dream of riches in Silicon Valley, working his way up the corporate ladder. The sudden death of a […]
Acts 8:26-39, The Ethiopian Eunuch
Ethiopian Eunuch Devotions on Acts 8:26-39 Fourth Sunday in Easter A few days of post Easter R&R motivated me to experiment with a different devotional format. I pray these will still encourage you in your walk with Jesus. I truly am interested in reading your thoughts on this different style of devotional. Monday, […]