Philippians 2:19-24 I’m writing today’s devotional while reflecting on Judas. My sermon text this weekend is from John 12. Mary anointed the feet of Jesus and Judas didn’t like it. Now, I try my best to keep my projects separate. Many of you know, this daily devotional is one thing I write. I also…
The Spirit of God will never lead you away from faithfulness and healing. Read John 14:26
2 Kings 4:1-7 Many years ago, the words of Acts 19:9 struck me. The apostle Paul went to a synagogue to teach about the kingdom of God. Luke tells us some of those who listened “stubbornly refused to believe.” They even “maligned the Way.” Paul’s response was simple. He left them. He didn’t engage…
Leviticus 25:1-19 This weekend, I preached a message based on the parable of the prodigal son. Or, as some have recognized, the parable of the older brother. Maybe it’s the parable of the loving father. You decide. I encouraged my congregation to go party. That is, follow the Spirit’s guidance. If you’re open, God…
Learn to sit in silence in God’s presence and you’ll be more prepared to face the noise of the world. Read Zephaniah 1:7
Psalm 53 A criticism of early Christians was that they were atheists. That sounds strange to us. Christians believe in God. How could they be atheists? The Roman world the Christian faith pervaded was religious. There were many gods to worship. Christians, though, dedicated their lives to the worship of one God. That meant…