February 17: “Repenting for Sins We Didn’t Commit”

February 17, 2021.Reading time 9 minutes.

While God will not specifically punish us for someone else’s sins, we may experience punishment because we happen to be in the group of someone who sinned.

February 10: “Forgiveness is Wonderful, But There’s Something Even Better”

February 10, 2021.Reading time 6 minutes.

To forgiven by the Lord is wonderful. But it’s even better if we live in such a way that we rarely have to seek His forgiveness. It’s especially wonderful if we have no consequences of disobedience.

January 27: “Steps Toward Reconciliation”

January 27, 2021.Reading time 8 minutes.

Relationship conflict will happen. But for Christians, there is no option to allow unforgiveness and unrepentance to remain. We must work toward reconciliation.

January 12: “The Blessings of Acknowledging Our Sinfulness”

January 12, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

One of the ironies of the Christian life is that while we desire for others to see us as holy, the greatest blessings can come when we see ourselves as sinful.

January 11: “Physical Benefits of Spiritual Renewal”

January 11, 2021.Reading time 6 minutes.

When we live in conformity to God’s Word, there are not only spiritual benefits; there are also physical benefits.

January 4: “Repentance is a Good Thing”

January 4, 2021.Reading time 5 minutes.

The first word to come out of John the Baptist’s and Jesus’ mouth as they began their ministries was “repent.” That word is obviously significant and demands our attention and compliance. But it’s also a very good word!

December 12: “Jesus Values Sin Over Apathy”

December 12, 2020.Reading time 11 minutes.

We are never in more danger than when we feel like we have ‘arrived’ in our walk with Jesus. When we have spiritual arrogance and are filled with self-sufficiency, we are in desperate need of repentance.

September 18: “Guilt that Produces Repentance”

September 18, 2020.Reading time 6 minutes.

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 […]

September 17: “One Hindrance to Answered Prayer”

September 17, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 132 Corinthians 6Ezekiel 20Psalms 66-67 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Psalm 66:18–20 (CSB): “If I had been aware of malice in my heart, the Lord would not have listened. However, God has listened; he has paid attention to the sound of my prayer. Blessed be God! […]

September 15: “Grace Over Judgment”

September 15, 2020.Reading time 5 minutes.

4 Minute Read + Scripture readings Today’s Bible Reading: 2 Samuel 112 Corinthians 4Ezekiel 18Psalms 62-63 Today’s Bible Verse(s): Ezekiel 18:23 (CSB): “‘Do I take any pleasure in the death of the wicked?’ This is the declaration of the Lord GOD. ‘Instead, don’t I take pleasure when he turns from his ways and lives?’” Reflections […]