08/28/15 Crushed by Our Sin
READING: Ezekiel 5-8 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: I often think about my own anguish when I sin, particularly when conviction and guilt consume me. I grieve not only the…
Read More08/27/15 The Call to “Eat and Go”
READING: Ezekiel 1-4 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Today’s reading begins the book of Ezekiel. We’re into chapter 4, and to be honest, I’m already trying to figure…
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Six Ways for Your Church to Do Short-term Missions Well
I still remember my first trip overseas. Never before had I been confronted with lostness in such a visible way.
Read More08/26/15 He Comes Near to Us
READING: Lamentations 3:37-5:22 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: Sometimes, following God still leads to trouble. Though scholars debate whether Jeremiah wrote this book, Lamentations 3:52-54 seems to…
Read More08/25/15 Great is Thy Faithfulness
READING: Lamentations 1:1-3:36 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: We sing the song, but I’m not so sure we understand the depth of the words. “Great is thy faithfulness, Great is Thy…
Read More08/24/15 Sometimes I’m stupid and ignorant
READING: Jeremiah 51-52 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: These chapters complete the book of Jeremiah with God’s impending judgment on Babylon and His commitment to return His…
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An Encouraging Verse for Church Leaders for Today
Psalm 145:18 The Lord is near all who call out to Him, all who call out to Him with integrity. If you are…
Read More08/23/15 Shepherds Who Lead Astray
READING: Jeremiah 49-50 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: On this Lord’s Day, this reading reminds me of my responsibility to lead God’s people well. These chapters continue…
Read More08/22/15 The Idolatry of My Fear
READING: Jeremiah 46-48 TEXTS AND APPLICATION: These chapters begin a section of God’s pronouncements of judgment on the nations. As the God of the nations,…
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5 Ways to Pray for Your Pastor before Worship This Weekend
One of the most important things you can do for your pastor is pray for him, especially as he prepares to proclaim the Word.
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