March 11: “Every Jesus-Follower is Barabbas”
The Bible is filled with stories that beautifully illustrate powerful truths. The story of Barabbas is one of them.
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November 23: “Confess Your Faults to One Another”
If we continue to feel guilt after confessing our sin to the Lord, then maybe the breakthrough we crave can be found in confessing our sin to a trusted Jesus-follower.
Read MoreSeptember 18: “Guilt that Produces Repentance”
4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 142 Corinthians 7Ezekiel 21Psalms 68 Today’s Bible Verse(s): 2 Corinthians 7:10 (CSB): “For godly grief produces a repentance that leads to salvation without regret, but worldly grief produces death.” Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): Wouldn’t it be nice if God shipped a “Spiritual Birth […]
Read MoreAugust 17: “When You Sin, It’s Not You Who Sinned”
7 Minute Read + Scripture readings (If you want to listen to an audio version of today’s blog post, simply go to https://anchor.fm/mattellis1997, or search for “Reflections on Truth” by Matt Ellis wherever you download your favorite podcasts.) Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Samuel 9Romans 7Jeremiah 46Psalms 22 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Romans 7:20 (CSB): “Now if […]
Read MoreJanuary 9: “Make an Appointment with Dr. Jesus”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Genesis 9-10 Matthew 9 Ezra 9 Acts 9 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “Now when he heard this, he said, ‘It is not those who are well who need a doctor, but those who are sick. Go and learn what this means: I desire mercy and not sacrifice. […]
Read MoreDecember 21: “How to Deal With Guilt”
7 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Zechariah 1:1-21 Revelation 12:1-17 Psalm 140:1-13 Proverbs 30:17 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Revelation 12:10 (CSB): “Then I heard a loud voice in heaven say, ‘The salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Christ have now come, because the accuser […]
Read MoreNovember 21: “How to Experience Freedom from Guilt”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Ezekiel 42:1–43:27 James 5:1-20 Psalm 119:1-16 Proverbs 28:6-7 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): James 5:16 (CSB): “Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is very powerful in its effect.” REFLECTIONS ON […]
Read MoreSeptember 7: “Getting Our Happiness Back”
3 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Song of Songs 5:1–8:14 2 Corinthians 9:1-15 Psalm 51:1-19 Proverbs 22:24-25 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Psalm 51:12 (CSB): “Restore the joy of your salvation to me, and sustain me by giving me a willing spirit.” REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Psalm 51 is rugged and honest. David, […]
Read MoreAugust 12: “How to Get Rid Of Guilt and Get Your Happiness Back”
3 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Nehemiah 3:15–5:13 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 Psalm 32:1-11 Proverbs 21:5-7 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Psalm 32:1-2 (CSB) “How joyful is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered! How joyful is a person whom the Lord does not charge with iniquity and in whose spirit is no deceit!” REFLECTIONS […]
Read MoreJune 12: “The Value of Feeling the Pain of Sin”
8 Minute Read TODAY’S BIBLE READING: 1 Kings 9:1–10:29 Acts 8:14-40 Psalm 130:1-8 Proverbs 17:2-3 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Psalm 130:1 (CSB): “Out of the depths I call to you, LORD!” REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Pain can be a blessing. Some may scratch their head in bewilderment at that statement, but it’s true. God has […]
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