Devotionals

A Tragedy Prevented

A Tragedy Prevented
Devotionals

Many are waiting for a kind, loving word.

Help somebody today!

Thou hast a message, O let it be heard--

Help somebody today!

Many have burdens too heavy to bear,

Help somebody today!

Grief is the portion of some everywhere,

Help somebody today!

Carrie E. Breck

The Double-Minded King

Solomon's Downfall
Devotionals

Despite his double-mindedness, Solomon ruled Israel well at times. How could he have avoided the disobedience that sometimes spoiled his kingship? Perhaps the truths of Colossians 3:16 would have reached Solomon and turned his heart toward God. “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly in all wisdom; teaching and admonishing one another in psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, singing with grace in your hearts to the Lord.”

Mephibosheth

Mephibosheth
Devotionals

God seeks sinners to show us kindness. What does that look like? Everyone who has been saved by the grace of God could testify of God’s kindness. Those found in the pages of scripture testify of it, and their testimonies are preserved forever for the glory of God and the benefit of others. Mephibosheth is such a person.

2 Timothy 4:7 “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith:”

As I sit here watching the closing event of the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, the Women's Marathon, my thoughts drifted back to the 1968 Mexico City Olympics. The Olympic runner that stands out in my mind did not win a medal, nor did he really have a chance to win, but his marathon run was historic and inspiring to all who watched unknown Tanzanian Marathoner, John Stephen Akhwari finish his race. 

A Book With No End?

A Book With No End
Devotionals

Acts stops its record of the early church, but leaves a pattern for us to follow: give the gospel to those nearby; stay awhile or arrange for others to stay awhile to confirm them; move on to others who need Christ; repeat the process wherever you go.

Forgiven

Forgiven
Devotionals

Neither a rabbit’s foot nor a religious ritual can accomplish forgiveness. I John 1:9 is not a formula or magic wand to ward off sins. Only God can forgive sins.