Treasure in Jars of Clay Devotions on 2 Corinthians 4:1-18 July 20-26, 2020 Monday, Treasure in Jars of Clay “Therefore, since it is by God’s mercy that we are engaged in this ministry, we do not lose heart” (2 Corinthians 4:1). Marissa accepted a call to serve a four point parish in rural America. […]
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2 Corinthians 2:1-10, Tough Love and Difficult Forgiveness
Tough Love and Difficult Forgiveness Devotions for 2 Corinthians 2:1-10 July 13-19, 2020 Monday, “So I made up my mind not to make you another painful visit” (2 Corinthians 2:1) Enjoying a summer walk along a cobblestone path, Brad didn’t did see the stone that jutted out above the others. With only a pair […]
2 Corinthians 1:1-11, A Word of Consolation
A Consoling Embrace A Word of Consolation Devotions for 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 July 6-12, 2020 Monday, A Word of Consolation “Paul an apostle of Christ by the will of God” (2 Corinthians 1:1a). Being an apostle of Christ was not in the career path that Paul had mapped out. Paul’s plans were changed, though, […]
Job 42:7-16, New Beginnings
“There came to him all his brothers and sisters New Beginnings Devotions for Job 42:7-16 June 29-July 5, 2020 Monday, New Beginnings “My wrath is kindled against you and against your two friends” (Job 42:7a). It is difficult to practice what we preach. The story-teller of Job found this to be true. For forty-one […]
Mark 1:21-45–Jesus Begins His Ministry
Jesus casts out an unclean spirit Jesus Begins His Ministry Devotions on Mark 1:21-45 December 30-January 5, 2020 Monday–Jesus Begins His Ministry “They were astounded at his teaching.” (Mark 1:22a) Rob Bell in his video “Lump” http://nooma.com/films/010-lump tells the story of what happened when his oldest son lied to his wife and him. When he […]
Devotions on Hebrews 11:1-16–Faith Assurance of All Things
Devotions on Hebrews 11:1-16 August 5-11,2019 Monday, Faith Assurance of All Things “Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1). Kyle had experienced a tough life growing up. Both of his parents were physically and verbally abusive. Along with a slap to the face or a […]
Hebrews 1:1-4, God Sustainer of All Things
Devotions on Hebrews 1:1-4–God Sustainer of All Things July 8 – 14, 2019 Monday–God Sustainer of All Things “Long ago God spoke” (Hebrews 1:1a). Jerry and Kristen Connors had a fight. They eventually forgot what the fight was about, but they were still angry at each other and refused to talk to each […]
Devotions on Psalm 40:1-10, Trust in the Lord
June 22-28, 2015, Trust in the Lord Monday, Trust in the Lord “I wait patiently for the Lord” (Psalm 40:1a); Patience appears to be a key element in one’s spiritual life. The Apostle Paul lists it as one of the fruits of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). The Prophet Isaiah counsels the people of Israel to […]
Devotions on Psalm 27:1-6, The Lord is My Light
June 24-30, 2019 Monday, The Lord is My Light “The Lord is my light and my salvation, whom shall I fear” (Psalm 27:1a)? Kevin Connor and Raul Ramirez were on their first camp out. They enjoyed the outdoors and had fun roasting hot dogs over the campfire. It was getting late, though. The sun had […]
Devotions on Psalm 113:1-9–Praise the Lord
May 27-June 2, 2019–Praise the Lord Monday “Praise the Lord” (Psalm 113:1a)! Some people believe that it is their mission in life to complain. They complain when it is cloudy and rainy, and are then upset when the sun comes out because it is too bright. While grabbing items off the store shelves […]