10/07/15 He Eats with Sinners
READING: Mark 2 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I’m sick. You’re sick. Every person in the world is sick. Every person who has ever lived, with the exception…
Read More10/06/15 The Simplicity of Obedience
READING: John 2-4 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I remember when I was a brand new believer, and everything I learned about Jesus was fresh, novel, and alive. I couldn’t wait…
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A Simple Bible Reading Plan to Get Started
Followers of Christ know we need to read the Bible. Knowing that responsibility, though, doesn’t always result in obedience.
Read More10/05/15 The Need to Withdraw
READING: Matthew 4, Luke 4-5, John 1:15-51 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I wish I prayed like Jesus prayed. He simply got alone with the Father, spending time in fellowship…
Read More10/04/15 The Reality of My Pride
READING: Matthew 3, Mark 1, Luke 3 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I have often thought about whether John the Baptist might have been tempted with pride. I readily…
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An Encouraging Word for Church Leaders for Today
Psalm 4:8 “I will both lie down and sleep in peace, for You alone, Lord, make me live in safety.” Ministry can be tough…
Read More10/03/15 He Grew, and We Worship
READING: Matthew 2, Luke 2:39-52 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Jesus has always been amazing, even as a child. He grew like other boys did, yet He…
Read More10/02/15 God is with Us
READING: Matthew 1, Luke 2:1-38 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I am reading ahead in this devotion, which I typically do not do. I cannot read Matthew 1:22-23, though, without thinking…
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10 Welcome Center Problems
As part of a typical church consultations, our teams always evaluate a church’s Welcome Center. Here are a few issues we’ve encountered over several years.
Read More10/01/15 The Word Became Flesh
READING: Luke 1, John 1:1-14 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: It really is an amazing story. Think about it. God Himself came to earth. He who is…
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