November 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.
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October 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 MoreOctober 7: “Don’t Be Naïve. Know the Word!”
5 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 1 Kings 10Philippians 1Ezekiel 40Psalms 91 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 91:11 (CSB): “For he will give his angels orders concerning you, to protect you in all your ways.” Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): One of the horrific blights on American history is the institution of slavery. […]
Read MoreThose Who Point the Way
One of a runner’s worst fears is a poorly organized race. I once ran a half marathon (13.1 miles) in which a race volunteer placed an orange cone, in an out-and-back section of the race, one-eighth of a mile from where it should have been. It meant that everyone who participated didn’t run 13.1 miles […]
Read MoreJuly 30: “One Habit of Noble Christians”
4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Judges 13Acts 17Jeremiah 26Mark 12 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Acts 17:11 (CSB): “The people here were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, since they received the word with eagerness and examined the Scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” Reflections on Today’s Bible […]
Read MoreMay 19: “Preaching to Remind”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Numbers 28 Psalms 72 Isaiah 19-20 2 Peter 1 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “I think it is right, as long as I am in this bodily tent, to wake you up with a reminder,” 2 Peter 1:13 (CSB) Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): I love preaching and […]
Read MoreMay 11: “Bible Teachers and a Strict Judgment”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Numbers 20 Psalm 58-59 Isaiah 9:8-10:4 James 3 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “Not many should become teachers, my brothers, because you know that we will receive a stricter judgment.” James 3:1 (CSB) Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): First of all, the Bible is clear that there will […]
Read MoreApril 23: “Some Qualities of Pastors Who Are Held in High Regard”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Leviticus 27 Psalms 34 Ecclesiastes 10 Titus 2 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “Proclaim these things; encourage and rebuke with all authority. Let no one disregard you.” Titus 2:15 (CSB) Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): I spent a couple of hours on Monday with a retired pastor, Jay […]
Read MoreMarch 17: “Honoring God’s Word”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: Exodus 28 John 7 Proverbs 4 Galatians 3 Today’s Bible Verse(s): “Jesus answered them, ‘My teaching isn’t mine but is from the one who sent me.’” John 7:16 (CSB) Reflections on Today’s Bible Verse(s): As I read John 7:16, I can’t help but see the most […]
Read MoreNovember 1: “Who Do You Listen To?”
6 Minute Read + Scripture readings TODAY’S BIBLE READING: Ezekiel 1:1–3:15 Hebrews 3:1-19 Psalm 104:1-23 Proverbs 26:24-26 TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): Ezekiel 2:5 (CSB): “Whether they listen or refuse to listen — for they are a rebellious house — they will know that a prophet has been among them.” REFLECTIONS ON TODAY’S BIBLE VERSE(S): When I […]
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