July 14 “But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us.” Romans 5:8 Grace is the most beautiful word in the Bible other than Jesus. Grace is why God loves us… Read More ›
INSPIRATIONAL DEVOTIONS
Running Home
For just a moment, imagine that you can see the colors and beauty of a robe woven from all of your demonstrations of compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. It would take your breath away! Unique in design, for everyone… Read More ›
Restore Such a One
JULY 13 “If a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.” – Galatians 6:1 As a young boy in Florida, I… Read More ›
Real Faith: What It Is—What It’s Not
JULY 11 “Therefore being justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” – Romans 5:1 It’s faith that enables us to live the Christian life. In order to know what faith is, let me tell… Read More ›
Ready to Give an Answer
JULY 10 “But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear.” – 1 Peter… Read More ›
Not Allowing Past Sins to Silence Our Witness
JULY 9 “If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” – 1 John 1:9 A young preacher was called out of a life of sin to… Read More ›
Are You in the Secret Service?
JULY 8 “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ: for it is the power of God unto salvation to every one that believeth.” – Romans 1:16 Are you ashamed to put a Bible on your desk at… Read More ›
Only One Life Ever Lived to Perfection
JULY 7 “Holy, holy, holy, Lord God Almighty, which was, and is, and is to come.” – Revelation 4:8 There has never been a man like the Lord Jesus. I was deeply stirred by these words, written by John Phillips… Read More ›
Surrender First
JULY 6 “. . . now yield your members servants to righteousness unto holiness.” – Romans 6:19 After a splendid victory at sea, Lord Nelson confronted the French admiral who was surrendering. Dressed in all his regalia, the admiral approached… Read More ›
The Sovereignty of God
At some time in life, everyone becomes overwhelmed by life circumstances. Maybe it is a sudden illness or the death of a loved one that catches us off guard. Maybe it is a financial loss, new job, or move. All… Read More ›
Remembering Our Spiritual and Political Heritage
JULY 4 “That they might set their hope in God, and not forget the works of God, but keep His commandments.” – Psalm 78:7 On June 8, 1845, Andrew Jackson said, “The Bible is the rock upon which our Republic… Read More ›
Bringing Up Godly Children in an Ungodly World
JULY 3 “O God, Thou hast taught me from my youth: and hitherto have I declared Thy wondrous works.” – Psalm 71:17 Satan is on a killing spree — he wants to kill our memory and set us awash in… Read More ›
This World Is Not My Home
JULY 2 “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sits on the right hand of God.” – Colossians 3:1 First Peter 2:11 says that we are aliens and strangers in this world…. Read More ›
Absent from the Body, Present with the Lord
JULY 1 “We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body, and to be present with the Lord.” – 2 Corinthians 5:8 A man named Solomon Peas died. His tombstone in London reads: “Beneath these… Read More ›
One Way to Salvation
JUNE 30 “Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me.” – John 14:6 Materialism says, “Buy your way out.” The politician says, “Legislate.” The army says,… Read More ›
Demolition Day
Time is up now is the time – right now – no more delays – demolition day is upon us!! Right now is the very time God is demanding our utmost devotion. Heart and soul – in all respects –… Read More ›
Authority in a Generation Gone Astray
JUNE 29 “Let every soul be subject unto the higher powers. For there is no power but of God: the powers that be are ordained of God.” – Romans 13:1 Our generation doesn’t like the word authority. We don’t like… Read More ›
Highway of Holiness
“I continue to dream and pray about a revival of holiness in our day that moves forth in mission and creates authentic community in which each person can be unleashed through the empowerment of the Spirit to fulfill God’s creational… Read More ›
Christianity, More Than a Creed or Code
JUNE 27 “…and thou shalt call His name Jesus: for He shall save His people from their sins.” – Matthew 1:21 Are Christians fools for believing in Jesus? Are we serving a false God? If you go to the tomb of… Read More ›
God’s Provision in the Midst of Suffering
JUNE 26 “Behold, I stand at the door, and knock: if any man hear My voice, and open the door, I will come in to him, and will sup with him, and he with Me.” – Revelation 3:20 Over and… Read More ›
The Ultimate Act of Forgiveness
JUNE 25 “For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that He might bring us to God.” – 1 Peter 3:18 Suppose someone were to punch you in the nose? And suppose in an act… Read More ›
Complete Confidence in the Lord
JUNE 24 “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him, and He shall direct thy paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 There must be complete confidence in the Lord… Read More ›
Where Is Your Treasure?
JUNE 23 “. . . for where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” – Matthew 6:21 There are many people who think they are wealthy who are not. Many of us may remember watching the television series “Lifestyles… Read More ›
Without Even Saying A Word
June 22 “I will instruct thee and teach thee in the way which thou shalt go.” – Psalm 32:8 I was talking to my son one day, and he reminded me of something that happened when he was a little… Read More ›
A Challenge for Fathers
June 20 “Her husband is known in the gates, when he sitteth among the elders.” – Proverbs 31:23 Once a year we celebrate fathers. Maybe you are one. Let me give you a challenge. One father said, “If I had… Read More ›
Faithful in Your Words
June 19 “But above all things, my brethren, swear not, neither by heaven, neither by the earth, neither by any other oath: but let your yea be yea; and your nay, nay; lest ye fall into condemnation.” – James 5:12… Read More ›
Should We Bring Children Into Such a Chaotic World?
June 18 “As arrows are in the hand of a mighty man; so are children of the youth. Happy is the man that hath his quiver full of them: they shall not be ashamed, but they shall speak with the… Read More ›
Train Up A Child
June 17 “Train up a child in the way he should go: and when he is old, he will not depart from it.” Proverbs 22:6 A little boy was riding around and around the block. A man asked him, “What… Read More ›
Trembling Hands
Ever been so nervous and anxious that you can hardly stand? The sweaty palms, the unsteady legs, the trembling hands, the light headedness just to name a few of the symptoms. Yes! nervousness and anxiety can be a real problem…. Read More ›
Nothing Less Than God’s Optimum for Your Life
JUNE 16 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.” – Jeremiah 29:11 Do you love Christ? Do you long to please… Read More ›