Devotions on Exodus 20:17 As you know, the Narrative Lectionary reading for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost is very short—one verse. It is rather difficult to prepare seven days of devotions on one verse. I have decided, therefore, to use Martin Luther’s Small Catechism and his explanation to the Ten Commandments as the basis for […]
God’s Love
Devotions on Psalm 46 and Acts 2, Repent and be Baptized
Devotions for Psalm 46:1-11, Acts 2:37-42–Repent and be Baptized August 7-13, 2017 Monday, August 7, 2017–Repent and be Baptized “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Psalm 46:1). The sight of the hawk caused the ducklings to swim furiously to their parents. There they found both comfort and […]
Psalm 30:1-12, Mourning into Dancing
Devotions on Psalm 30:1-12–Mourning into Dancing June 26-July 2, 2017 Monday, June 26, 2017–Mourning into Dancing “I will extol you, O Lord, for you have drawn me up” (Psalm 30:1). In an effort to help her team work more effectively together, Meg Higgins scheduled a day at a ropes course. Throughout the day, […]
The Lord is My Shepherd, Psalm 23:1-6
Devotions for Psalm 23:1-6 June 19-25, 2017–The Lord is My Shepherd June 19-25, 2017 Monday, June 19, 2017 ͞The Lord is my shepherd͟ (Psalm 51:1a). Sandra Connors was impressed by the young intern, Gail McNeil. Gail demonstrated a personal drive, attention to detail and ability to work with others that made her a valuable […]
Council of Jerusalem, Acts 15:1-18
Devotions on Acts 15:1-18–Council of Jerusalem May 8-14, 2017 Monday, May 8, 2017–Council of Jerusalem “Then certain individuals came down from Judea and were teaching the brothers, ‘Unless you are circumcised according to the custom of Moses, you cannot be saved” (Acts 15:1). Jason was smitten by Katie Sue. They had met at a […]
Jesus on Forgiveness, Luke 7:36-50
Jesus on Forgiveness, Devotions for Luke 7:36-50 February 13-19, 2017 Monday, February 13, 2017–Jesus on Forgiveness “And a woman in the city, who was a sinner, having learned that he [Jesus] was eating in the Pharisee’s house, brought an alabaster jar of ointment” (Luke 7:37). On December 1, 1955 Rosa Park defied the […]
Daily Gifts and Worry Over Nothing, Matthew 6:11, 25-35
A Field of Calla Lilies Devotions for Matthew 6:11, 25-34 August 15-21, 2016 Monday, August 15, 2016 “Give us this day our daily bread” (Matthew 6:11). Seth Meyers regularly attend worship services at Community Church. During every service the Pastor would invite the congregation to pray the Lord’s Prayer. Seth would join in until […]
Book Provides an Alternate View of Christ’s Cross
The Atonement of God: Building Your Theology on a Crucivision of God, J.D.Myers, (Redeeming Press, Dallas, 2016). We’ve heard for decades that Jesus Christ died for our sins. Adam and Eve sinned and God broke off the relationship with humankind. Our sin separated us from God and the only way to restore the relationship between […]
Devotions on Psalm 146:1-10
Devotions on Psalm 146:1-10 June 29 – July 5, 2015 Monday, June 29, 2015 “Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord O my Soul” (Psalm 146:1)! Antonio was experiencing a great amount of stress at work. Organizational charts were changing in order to be more efficient with lower costs. There was increased pressure to produce […]
Devotions on Matthew 20:1-16
Devotional Thoughts on Matthew 20:1-16 February 23 – March 1, 2015 Monday, February 23, 2015 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a landowner who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard” (Matthew 20:1). Wow, what a picture of heaven! There are no pearly gates, fluffy clouds, or gold […]