Devotionals, 317 total items found

Sluggishness in the Long Race     By Sarah Lin        
The caveat about being sluggish is that we may not even be aware of it. Worse yet, we can continue to worship and serve God on the outside, but completely lack zeal and diligence within our hearts.

Hunger Free in the Paths of Righteousness     By Sarah Lin        
Seeking the kingdom of God involves a continued hungering and thirsting after righteousness.

To the Rock that Is Higher than I     By Sarah Lin        
When David was at his wits’ end, he asked to be led to the Rock that is higher than him. It is all so easy to feel overwhelmed when troubles flood our days. Whether it is something requiring our action or things beyond our control, we often find ourselves troubled and weary, even harboring grievances. That’s why we need to turn to God, and move up to the Rock higher than all our troubles.

Be Still and Patient     By Sarah Lin        
It’s easy to talk about being still and patient until we are actually under pressure. How can we maintain our trust in God when things are not going well? God wants to make us mature and complete, not to keep us from all pain. Instead of complaining about our struggles, we should see them as opportunities for growth.

Productivity     By Sarah Lin        
In Christian living, productivity is not measured in quantities or outcomes as in the workplace.

His Compassions Are New Every Morning     By Sarah Lin        
No matter how weary we are, God's Spirit is like living water that refreshes us day by day.

Grievance Free in the Presence of Enemies     By Sarah Lin        
In our journey of faith, one of the hardest lessons is to learn how to forgive our enemies. Read to understand the meaning behind this verse: “You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies.”

Mere Handbreadths     By Sam Kuo        
"LORD, make me to know my end, and what is the measure of my days." It is only when we look at the end of our days that we understand how to best use today. It is healthy to ponder about death so that we know how to best live.

Little Drops of Water     By Sam Kuo        
He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much. (Lk 16:10) In our life of faith, in our service to God, and in all that we do, are we progressing each day, starting from the little things?

Mission Statement     By Rupert Cass        
Every morning as we get out of bed, we have a choice as to how we want to spend the rest of the day. We have choices as to what we want to accomplish in a week, or month, or year. For what do we live? As a church, we should have the same considerations when implementing programs. Do we have a mission statement that concurs with God’s salvation plan?