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  • December 26 – Love GOD, Love Each Other

    Reading 1 John 1:1-5:21 2 John 1-13 3 John 1-14 Devotional In addition to his gospel account of the life of Jesus, the apostle John wrote three letters that are included in the New Testament. The first letter reminds us of GOD’s love, how we show our love for GOD, and how we are to…

  • November 5 – Jesus: the Light, the Gate, and the Good Shepherd

    Reading John 8:12-10:21 Devotional In today’s reading, Jesus describes Himself in three special ways: the light of the world; the gate for the sheep; and the good shepherd. Consider the words of Jesus: 12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never…

  • August 19 – GOD Protects His Name

    Reading Eze. 19:1-22:31 Devotional In today’s reading, GOD recounts Israel’s history through the prophet Ezekiel. In the midst of this is an important truth which will serve as today’s devotional subject: GOD always protects His Name. Names are very important to people. It’s how we identify people, places and things. Your name uniquely identifies you…

  • May 9 – Seeing GOD in the Psalms (Part 21)

    Reading Psalm 2; 22; 27 Devotional Today we begin looking at the Messiah as revealed in the Psalms. In doing so, however, we continue our focus on seeing GOD and His character. Psalm 2 Kings and rulers plot against the LORD and His Anointed One, but GOD, who is enthroned in heaven, laughs and makes…

  • What Does it Mean to be Salt and Light (Matthew 5:13-16)?

    Salt enhances taste, preserves, and irritates. As Christians we improve the taste of life to the lost and dying world. We improve the overall “taste” of humanity to GOD. We sow seed and water in the hearts of people which helps yield new branches on GOD’s vine. Salt keeps meat from spoiling, and Christians keep…

  • May 2 – Seeing GOD in the Psalms (Part 14)

    Reading Psalm 103; 104; 113; 114; 117 Devotional Psalm 103 The LORD’s name is holy. He forgives our sins, heals our diseases, redeems our life from the pit and crowns us with love and compassion. GOD satisfies our desires with good things so that our youth is renewed. He works righteousness and justice for the…

  • April 26 – Seeing GOD in the Psalms (Part 8)

    Reading Psalm 1; 14; 15; 36; 37; 39 Devotional Today we begin the second section of Psalms which deal with righteousness and wickedness. We continue our focus on what we can learn about GOD’s nature and character. Psalm 1 GOD watches over the way of the righteous. Psalm 14 GOD looks down from heaven on…