Category: Daily Devotions

“Do not be quick with your mouth, do not be hasty in your heart to utter anything before God. God is in heaven and you are on earth, so let your words be few.” (Ecclesiastes 5:2) When it comes to making commitments and keeping them, Solomon doesn’t mince any of his words: “Don’t shoot off…

“My purpose is to give life in all its fullness. I am the Good Shepherd. The Good Shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.” (John 10:10-11, TLB) Sheep are essentially defenseless animals, so a shepherd carries a few tools to care for and protect his sheep. He has a rod for guarding and protecting,…

“Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4, NLT) What are you worried about today? The economy? Your health? Your bills? Your kids? Are you worried about the future? The fact is there…

“Continue to live your lives in [Christ Jesus], rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness.” (Colossians 2:6-7) At this time of year, our yard is barren and the plants seemingly have no life in them. They stand leafless and barren. I think ahead to…

“Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others.” (Philippians 2:4) Unselfishness does three things for you: The Church looks for opportunity everywhere to share the Word of Jesus and make disciples without prejudice; we too are in the people business. (Matthew 28:18-20 “Then Jesus came…

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders …” (Hebrews 12:1) Hindered is an interesting word that I don’t think I use very much, but I know that I daily experience the effects of being “hindered.” Just to clarify the definition of this word,…

“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” (Psalm 23:4, ESV) A common source of stress is loss. You can lose your job, your health, your money, your reputation, or a loved one.…

“Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long.” (Psalm 25:5) I was praying for someone this morning when I felt the Holy assure my heart. “Nothing can trigger an emotional trauma that has been released to me.” Jesus was talking…

“The gullible believe anything they’re told; the prudent sift and weigh every word.” (Proverbs 14:15 The Message) If you spend any time on your phone or watching TV these days, you’re going to get a lot of information from a lot of different sources. It’s important, now more than ever, to remember that not everything…