April 4: “The Blessing of Listening and Learning”
Our pride causes us to think that everything we believe is true and others, who disagree with us, are wrong. Yet, the book of Proverbs calls us to a better way.
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March 15: “Are We Under God’s Authority?”
What could it be like if each follower of Jesus determined that they wouldn’t do or say anything unless they knew that they had God’s approval?
Read MoreJanuary 21: “The Happiness of Studying and Teaching God’s Word”
The Bible is like no other book. No matter how much you study, there is always more to learn and enjoy. Jesus calls God’s Word “gems.”
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 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 […]
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