Devotional

Read the Word: Titus 1:1-9 Meditate on the Word: As the church was growing throughout the earth, it was important that each body of believers have leaders who would keep the church faithful to Christ. In instructing Titus to establish elders or overseers in every town in Crete, Paul wrote several qualities that are absolutely… Read More »

Read the Word: Revelation 1:9-18 Meditate on the Word: While many associate the book of Revelation with frightening imagery (and there is plenty), it is much better understood as a book to encourage the church to faithfulness in any circumstance. So many people market fear based on the writings of this book, yet we read… Read More »

Read the Word: Acts 1:1-11 Meditate on the Word: After Christ’s death on the cross, everything appeared to be over. Death seemed to have conquered the Lord. Then our Lord was resurrected from the dead. We observe this day every year on what is called Easter (though I prefer Resurrection Day). Death had no control… Read More »

Read the Word: Deuteronomy 11:18-21 Meditate on the Word: As Americans, we are often led to believe that we should compartmentalize our faith. That it should be a private matter between us and God, without trying to influence others. The socially acceptable faith is one that simply exists out of sight of the neighbors and… Read More »

Read the Word: Psalm 93:1-5 Meditate on the Word: It might be easy to overlook the portion of verse 5 which says, “Lord, your testimonies are completely reliable.” This does not seem to be the main focus of the psalm. Yet, it is vital to our understanding of God’s majesty and holiness. Either we believe… Read More »

Read the Word: Psalm 98:1-9 Meditate on the Word: Can’t you just hear the celebration in these words? The joy? The victory? The love? With singing, and joyous music from various instruments, the psalmist here declares that our God is worthy of celebration. I feel like we often fail to celebrate our God. Sure, we… Read More »

Read the Word: James 3:13-18 Meditate on the Word: Socrates is famously quoted as saying, “The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing.” There is a lot to be said for humility. In fact, in this passage, James reminds us of its importance. He emphasizes that wisdom will lead us to a life… Read More »

Read the Word: Galatians 5:16-26 Meditate on the Word: I have rarely ever been able to keep any plant alive with one notable exception. I have a cactus that is several years old because, well, they thrive on neglect. It sits in my yard where it gets plenty of sunshine and all the rain the… Read More »

Read the Word: Psalm 22:25-31 Meditate on the Word: In the first 21 verses of this psalm, the psalmist is clearly feeling pressure from all sides. He feels abandoned by God, surrounded by enemies, unhealthy, and mocked. Not the kind of situation where one normally feels motivated to offer praise to God. It is much… Read More »

Read the Word: Amos 8:1-7 Meditate on the Word: Our God has always cared about the plight of the poor. He especially never wanted people who had plenty to take advantage of those who did not have. Our God is generous and wants His people to be generous as well. In fact, the things that… Read More »