“Don’t be afraid of those who want to kill your body; they cannot touch your soul. Fear only God, who can destroy both soul and body in hell.” (Matthew 10:28 NLT) According to Pastor Rick Warren: “Fear is humanity’s most common problem.” While people fear different things, fear is common to virtually every human beingContinue reading “Why Are You Afraid?”
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What’s So Special About Jesus’ Resurrection?
“The Spirit of God, who raised Jesus from the dead, lives in you. And just as God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, He will give life to your mortal bodies by this same Spirit living within you.” (Romans 8:11 NLT) Jesus wasn’t the only person in Scripture to come back from the grave, soContinue reading “What’s So Special About Jesus’ Resurrection?”
Rescue Us From the Evil One
“Our Father in heaven, may Your name be kept holy. May Your Kingdom come soon. May Your will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Give us today the food we need, and forgive us our sins, as we have forgiven those who sin against us. And don’t let us yield to temptation,Continue reading “Rescue Us From the Evil One”
Who or What Are Demons?
“Jesus called His twelve disciples together and gave them authority to cast out evil spirits and to heal every kind of disease and illness.” (Matthew 10:1 NLT) While this isn’t a common theme from many pulpits in America, the Lord has prompted me to address the subject of demons for a few reasons. But first,Continue reading “Who or What Are Demons?”
Who Does the Dishes?
“Jesus replied, ‘You don’t understand now what I am doing, but someday you will.’” (John 13:7 NLT) When I was first married, I was 21 and my bride was 19. I remember well my new wife’s first attempt at cooking dinner. She knew I liked macaroni and cheese, but when I entered the door toContinue reading “Who Does the Dishes?”
The Narrow Way to Life
“But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it.” (Matthew 7:14 NLT) Jesus IS the narrow way to life! Why? Because HE IS LIFE! In the writings of John in the New Testament, there are more than 75 references to the word “life,” mostContinue reading “The Narrow Way to Life”
Following Jesus
“Jesus called out to them, ‘Come, follow Me, and I will show you how to fish for people!’” (Matthew 4:19 NLT) The verse above gives us the words Jesus used to call His first disciples – Simon (Peter) and his brother Andrew, who were fishermen by trade. To some of His disciples, like Matthew, JesusContinue reading “Following Jesus”
Victory In Jesus
A Prayer by Sylvia Gunter *NOTE: Though I’ve never used another person’s material for one of my posts, I’ve enjoyed reading Sylvia’s devotionals for years, and just thought this was too rich not to share. See below to access other devotionals by Sylvia. Used with permission. You are the Name above all names, the LordContinue reading “Victory In Jesus”
Do You Love the Bible?
“Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path. I’ve promised it once, and I’ll promise it again: I will obey Your righteous regulations.” (Psalm 119:105-106 NLT) If you don’t yet love the Bible, God’s written word, you likely don’t yet love its Author. When I was in college,Continue reading “Do You Love the Bible?”
Understanding the Nature of Sin
“Well then, should we conclude that we Jews are better than others? No, not at all, for we have already shown that all people, whether Jews or Gentiles, are under the power of sin.” (Romans 3:9 NLT) The only appropriate response to the glory of God is worship. Anything less is blasphemy! That’s why RayContinue reading “Understanding the Nature of Sin”
Walking With Jesus 