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Christian Devotional – May 28, 2014
Read 1 John chapter 2 VERSE: 1 John 2:2–He is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours, but also for the sins of the whole world. TRUTH: Jesus Christ came and died as the sacrifice for our sins. He rose victorious and He lives, allowing us to live in Him, however, this gift is not just for a select few. His sacrifice is available to all who will believe in Him. Are we willing to share with all people or do we only share this message for good news with a select few? His sacrifice was for the whole world; the whole world needs to know.…
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Christian Devotional – May 3, 2014
Read Romans chapter 15 VERSE: Romans 15:5–May the God who gives endurance and encouragement give you the same attitude of mind toward others that Christ Jesus had. TRUTH: Endurance and encouragement are two necessary things as we face trials and difficulties. We see and know that God is with us and that by receiving the endurance and the encouragement, we also receive the attitude of Christ. He is the one who is able to endure through any and every situation. I will praise Him no matter what the situation and will trust Him to give me everything I need to make it through with His attitude. RESPONSE: Father, I praise…
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Christian Devotional – April 29, 2014
Read Romans chapter 11 VERSE: Romans 11:18–do not consider yourself to be superior to those other branches. If you do, consider this. You do not support the root, but the root supports you. TRUTH: As we look around us, it can be easy to spend time comparing ourselves to other Christians or even non-Christians. We may look around and see ourselves as better than them. Paul makes the point here that we are no better than other Christians because we are all being supported by the same root: Jesus Christ. The root is where the branches get their power. We can’t compare ourselves to non-Christians because they simply haven’t been…
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Christian Devotional – April 28, 2014
Read Romans chapter 10 VERSE: Romans 10:17–Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. TRUTH: Faith comes from hearing. People must be told. We can talk about living out our faith to others, and we must certainly do that, but we must also recognize that the message is heard through the words we speak. Are we sharing with people about the hope we have in Jesus Christ? RESPONSE: Father, help me to be bold to share Your message for it is a powerful testimony. Your word in the hearts of those who hear is powerful and draws people to faith in…
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Christian Devotional – April 18, 2014
Read Deuteronomy chapter 34 VERSE: Deuteronomy 34:10–Since then, no prophet has risen in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to face. TRUTH: Before the coming of Jesus Christ who made it possible to have a personal relationship with God, people , because of their sin, could not have that close personal relationship with the Creator of the universe. Moses was one who had seen God face to face and had been able to share with the people about God and what God desires. Now, because of the sacrifice of Jesus Christ on the cross, we can see and know God face to face. Do we? RESPONSE: Father, Your…
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Christian Devotional – February 22, 2014
Read Revelation chapter 22 VERSE: Revelation 22:20–He who testifies to these things says, “Yes I am coming soon.” Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. TRUTH: What words of joy and hope! Jesus is returning soon. We cannot know the exact time of His return, however, we can have the right attitude. Are we looking expectantly and excitedly for the return of our Lord? Would we say, “Amen, Come Lord Jesus,” just as John says? Are we ready for His return? RESPONSE: Father, this world looks more and more ready for Your return every day. I will continue to share Your word, and I am ready for Your return as soon as You would…
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Christian Devotional – February 10, 2014
Read Revelation chapter 10 VERSE: Revelation 10:11–Then I was told, “You must prophesy again about many peoples, nations, languages, and kings.” TRUTH: When we are sharing the good news of Jesus Christ, sometimes we think that sharing one time with a person is enough. Regardless of the response, we are to share again and again with people. We must tell the people all that God tells us to, so that they may know and have every opportunity to repent. Are we sharing again and again? RESPONSE: Father, You are over all peoples, nations, languages, and kings, so Your message is important enough to be shared time after time with them.…
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Christian Devotional – February 5, 2014
Read Revelation chapter 5 VERSE: And they sand a new song, saying, “You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.” TRUTH: As those around the throne praise and worship God, they see a scroll and realize only Jesus is worthy of opening it. He is worthy because He was perfect and yet sacrificed Himself and was killed. Through His blood, He purchased salvation for everyone who believes in Him. People from every tribe and tongue will be represented as believers through the gift of…
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Christian Devotional – October 23, 2013
VERSE: Hebrews 3:1–Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. TRUTH: What are we fixing our thoughts on? What fills our mind and our focus? Is it the stresses of work or the pressures of the home? Is it family concerns or financial worries? Our focus is to be Jesus Christ all day, every day, all throughout the day. Does He preempt every other thought that comes through our mind? If not, we must take back our mind and make a conscious decision to fix our thoughts on Jesus Christ. RESPONSE: Father, let nothing distract me today.…
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Christian Devotional – October 21, 2013
VERSE: Hebrews 1:2–but in these last days he has spoken to us by His Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. TRUTH: The writer of Hebrews is showing right off the bat in this book that Jesus Christ is different from all the prophets who came before. In fact, there is a significant difference between them as the prophets were how God communicated to His people in the past and now, during these last days since the birth, death, and resurrection of His Son Jesus Christ, God speaks to us directly through Jesus Himself. Jesus is far greater than any prophet; He…