Recent Devotions
I remember the old tire store and garage. Well, it once was a tire store and garage. When God called us to a small town to preach the gospel, He provided that building for us to use. We knew that although it would take many buckets of soap and water to wash the absolutely filthy walls and floors, it would become so much more. It was destined to be a soul-saving station. The front of the building became the church. The back, which was actually a barn, became our home. Walls were constructed from curtains, and end tables were made…
As my husband and I were traveling on the highway one day, over in the open field near the road, three crosses were prominently displayed. It was a reminder of the three crosses displayed on Golgotha’s hill many years ago. As we passed by, and I thought of Jesus and…
My sister, Debbie, and I were talking and chuckling a bit the other day when discussing our neglect to write something in our day planner every single day. The reason is that some days we do the same thing. We jokingly said we could write what we did on Monday…
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Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, you want to be with me because I fed you, not because you understood the miraculous signs. But don’t be so concerned about perishable things like food. Spend your energy seeking the eternal life that the Son of Man can give you. For God the Father has given me the seal of his approval.” (John 6:26-27, NLT) Multitudes followed Jesus wherever He went. Curiosity seekers, children, the blind, the desperate, sincere seekers, skeptics, and religious. Of the thousands who gathered to hear Him, no doubt some of each were in the crowd. I’d like…
Then Peter called to him, “Lord, if it’s really you, tell me to come to you, walking on the water. ”So He said, “Come.” And when Peter had come down out of the boat, he walked on the water to go to Jesus. (Matthew 14:28-29, NKJV) Outspoken, impetuous Peter. He had numerous faults, but he was also committed to the Lord and quick to repent when he failed. He seemed to be the unofficial leader of the twelve. Because of his impulsive nature, it isn’t surprising that Peter was the one who asked the Lord if he could walk on…
“So he returned home to his father. And while he was still a long way off, his father saw him coming. Filled with love and compassion, he ran to his son, embraced him and kissed him.” Luke 15:20 The parable of the prodigal son is one of my absolute favorites. I can see it all in my mind. The young man, who was given everything he needed financially, leaves home in search of greener grass. I imagine he met some people he thought would be life-long friends, people he shared his riches with but ultimately was betrayed by. He partied…
“Then the Assyrian king’s chief of staff told them to give this message to Hezekiah: “This is what the great king of Assyria says: What are you trusting in that makes you so confident?” 2 Kings 18:19 NLT As I was reading through this chapter, this verse really stood out to me. The Assyrian king spent a lot of time mocking and taunting Hezekiah, and no matter what price Hezekiah offered to pay, it was never enough. Another battle was just on the horizon. The question is then posed to Hezekiah “what are you trusting in that makes you so…
