Devotionals, 317 total items found

Cleaning the Junk in Our Hearts        
If we fail to clean our hearts daily by removing filth, our hearts may eventually become tangled with many worldly thoughts, worries, and troubles.

When Death is Up Close and Personal        
Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. —Psalm 90:12 (NIV)

Changing the Rules        
“Far be it from You, Lord; this shall not happen to You!” Peter denied that Jesus should be killed as He predicted. Likewise, we may deny God's plans for us when we can't see beyond what appears harmful to us at present. But even then, Jesus' response teaches us that we should never say "no" to God. Why?

For Wanderings Sad and Lone        
Jesus left His glory in heaven for us. Have we left anything for Him?

Indecision        
When it comes to making a big decision in life, we often ask ourselves, "Which one is the best for me?" In fact, the "best" decision isn't necessarily best for us as Christians. This devotional encourages us to ask a different question instead. 

Count It All Joy        
How can we find joy in Christ as we go through tough times?

Why Complain?        
Do all things without complaining and disputing, that you may become blameless and harmless children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world. —Philippians 2:14-15

Be the Doers of the Words        
God does not justify a Christian who merely uses his faculty of hearing. Instead God expects him to build up his faith by practice.

Just What the Doctor Ordered        
The light of the eyes rejoices the heart, and a good report makes the bones healthy. —Proverbs 15:30

Make Me Like One of Your Hired Servants        
Only fear the Lord, and serve Him in truth with all your heart; for consider what great things He has done for you. —1 Samuel 12:24