Daily Devotional

We live in turbulent times. All sides of the political spectrum are in full mud-slinging form as this historic presidential election draws closer. Don't get caught up in the chum-filled cultural waters and the feeding frenzy we call media. It is the…

Journal Entry: July 12, 2024 Note: Today’s “devo” is from my personal journal. It was not written for others to read, but I felt it appropriate to share. “If we ever forget that we are one nation under God, then we will be …

"They recognized him as the man who used to sit begging..." That was his old identity, which was now swallowed up in the life and power of the name of Jesus. "They were filled with wonder and amazement." He would never be the same after encounterin…

There is something remarkable about firsts: "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." The first and greatest commandment, to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart..." Jesus was resurrected on the first day of the week. The fir…

I know people who live in deep dread and constant fear of what could happen next. It's a debilitating way to exist. Trust is the key element when it comes to experiencing a hopeful life filled with vitality as opposed to a fear-based and anxious lif…

My parents always taught us to tell the truth, no matter the consequences. Throughout adolescence, I had many opportunities to tell the truth about myself, and yes, there were consequences when I did so. However, I slept well at night, free from gui…

Did you know? President Ronald Reagan held the Bible in high esteem and often touted its value and virtue. “Of the many influences that have shaped the United States of America into a distinctive nation and people, none may be said to be more…

Isaiah, along with Israel, was grieving the death of King Uzziah. He was the longest-reigning king of Judah, and under his capable leadership the nation prospered and thrived. However, Uzziah's reign ended in pride and punishment. In the throes of g…

The hard truth is not everyone who attends a church, participates in worship, and hears a sermon is going to “get it.” Often, Jesus would use this phrase to exhort listeners to ponder the meaning of His words. It was also an indicator th…

It is imperative that we know that our faith is not an intangible, wishful shot in the dark. Faith is substance (assurance, confidence) and evidence (conviction, proof). We have reduced faith to wishful thinking, a “maybe it will - maybe it wo…