December 23: “The Church, a Place Where We Were Meant To Thrive”
Church was created to be a place where, among other wonderful benefits, love is present and overflowing to each member.
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December 16: “Behind the Curtain of Ministry”
Whether you know it or not, your church has a “Judas.” Virtually every church has at least one. And while you don’t know his/her name, it’s almost certain that your pastor does. So, pray for your pastor and your church.
Read MoreDecember 11: “What’s Love Got to Do With It?”
If you sense that there is more, so much more, to the Christian life than what you are experiencing, I can guarantee you 100% that you are right. Your adventure begins with the most important commandment that Jesus gave us.
Read MoreDecember 5: “Chasing Away Worship Distractions”
When Jesus chased the merchants out of the Temple area, what message was He sending to us? Did He despise the exchange of money and merchandise or was it something else?
Read MoreNovember 18: “A Pastor and His Congregation”
What is a pastor to do and what is a church’s responsibility. In two verses, we learn how a pastor can find joy in leading Jesus’ congregation well.
Read MoreOctober 28: “The Pastor, the Man of God”
“Man of God” is a title that God gave to the Old Testament prophets and to New Testament pastors. The title makes it clear that both callings should be taken seriously. Pray for the men who wear that title.
Read MoreSeptember 1: “Your Body, God’s Temple”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 251 Corinthians 6Ezekiel 4Psalms 40-41 Today’s Bible Verse(s): 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (CSB): “Don’t you know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought at […]
Read MoreJuly 4: “When (and Why) A Christian Must Speak Out Against Government”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Joshua 6:6-27Psalms 135-136Isaiah 66Matthew 14 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Matthew 14:3-4 (CSB): “For Herod had arrested John, chained him, and put him in prison on account of Herodias, his brother Philip’s wife, since John had been telling him, ‘It’s not lawful for you to have her.’” Reflections […]
Read MoreMay 5: “Why Do We Show Up to Church?”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Numbers 12-13 Psalms 49 Isaiah 2 Hebrews 10 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “And let us watch out for one another to provoke love and good works, not neglecting to gather together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging each other, and all the more […]
Read MoreDecember 3: “Love and Church Splits”
8 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Daniel 11:2-35 1 John 3:7-24 Psalm 122:1-9 Proverbs 29:1 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): 1 John 3:14-15 (CSB): “We know that we have passed from death to life because we love our brothers and sisters. The one who does not love remains in death. Everyone who hates his […]
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