John 17:20-21 Jesus prayed, “My prayer is not for them alone, I pray also for those who believe in me through their message, that all of them may be one, Father, just as you are in me and I am in you. May they also be in us so that the world may believe that you…
Tag: Christian devotionals
The Greatest Love Story, Part I
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female He created them.” Genesis 1:27 “God saw all that He had made, and it was very good.” Genesis 1:31 a Easter is quickly approaching and we will celebrate our Savior’s resurrection. If you have not grown…
He’s Got You!
“For He will command His Angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways” Psalm 91:11 Last summer I was on vacation with my family in Washington D.C. We did a vast amount of walking, and at certain times, it was necessary to carry our youngest child. One such time I was carrying…
Scorning the Shame; Discovering the Promise
“Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:2 If you have ever been the subject of gossip you know the pain and…
Taming the Tongue, Turning the Heart
“My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, for man’s anger does not bring about the righteous life God desires.” James 1:19-20 I was angry. I was deeply hurt. Someone who did not know me said something hurtful and completely untrue about…
Taming the Tongue, Part II
“I said, “I will watch my ways and keep my tongue from sin; I will put a muzzle on my mouth as long as the wicked are in my presence.” Psalm 39:1 Last week we studied a bit about gossip, and how a Christian should handle gossip from others. This week, let’s consider how we should handle…