Saturday, April 15, 2017
The next day, on the Sabbath, the leading priests and Pharisees went to see Pilate. They told him, “Sir, we remember what that deceiver once said while he was still alive: ‘After three days I will rise from the dead.’ So we request that you seal the tomb until the third day. This will prevent […]
Friday, April 14, 2017
Then the Lord said to Moses and Aaron, “From now on, this month will be the first and most important of the entire year …” — Exodus 12:1, 2 (TLB) These verses begin the story of the Jewish Passover. God’s plan was to deliver the Israelites from Egyptian slavery. Pharaoh had consistently resisted Moses’ appeal to […]
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Before the Passover celebration, Jesus knew that his hour had come to leave this world and return to his Father. He had loved his disciples during his ministry on earth, and now he loved them to the very end. It was time for supper, and the devil had already prompted Judas, son of Simon Iscariot, […]
Wednesday, April 12, 2017
Then Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve disciples, went to the leading priests and asked, “How much will you pay me to betray Jesus to you?” And they gave him thirty pieces of silver. From that time on, Judas began looking for an opportunity to betray Jesus. — Matthew 26:14-16 (NLT) I suppose there is no […]
Monday, April 10, 2017
Six days before the Passover, Jesus came to Bethany, where Lazarus lived, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. Here a dinner was given in Jesus’ honor. Martha served, while Lazarus was among those reclining at the table with him. Then Mary took about a pint of pure nard, an expensive perfume; she poured it […]
Friday, March 24, 2017
There are many hard experiences in life. They test us. Tough times reveal our commitments, our faith, and our true grit. Grit is an interesting word. It speaks of firmness, fortitude; an indomitable spirit. Grit is one of the most important qualities we can develop. It’s the difference between giving up and growing up. When […]
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Almost everyone knows the story of David and Goliath. It’s an amazing, inspirational record revealing how God’s power at work in a person’s heart can overcome anything. It’s a reminder of what can happen; what victories can be won, what problems can be solved, and what giants can be defeated when people partner with God. […]
Monday, March 6, 2017
I suppose there is no worse thing than hopelessness. When it settles in your soul it clouds your thinking, obscures your vision for the future, and hijacks your emotions. Hopelessness is about feeling trapped, doomed to some form of failure, stuck in something you’ll never get out of, dominated by situations you have no control […]
Monday, January 23, 2017
One decision can set the course of your future, positively or negatively. Never underestimate the power of your choices! Take a look at the following story and the lessons it teaches us about our decisions: Ruth 1:15-17 (NIV) “Look,” said Naomi, “your sister-in-law is going back to her people and her gods. Go back with her.” […]
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
What does God want for your life? What’s really important to Him? A great place to find some answers to these questions is in one of the most familiar chapters in the Bible. Take a look: 1 Corinthians 13:1-3 (NLT) If I could speak all the languages of earth and of angels, but didn’t love […]
Sunday, December 25, 2016
Matthew 1:21 And she will have a son, and you are to name Him Jesus, for He will save His people from their sins. What’s in a name? Most couples preparing for a birth spend a lot of time reviewing and deciding on a name. Naming a child is a special privilege and responsibility. When […]
Saturday, December 24, 2016
Luke 1:78, 79 Because of God’s tender mercy, the light from heaven is about to break upon us, to give light to those who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, and to guide us to the path of peace. John 8:12 Jesus said to the people, “I am the light of the […]
Friday, December 23, 2016
Matthew 2:10, 11 When they saw the star, they were filled with joy! They entered the house where the child and His mother, Mary, were, and they fell down before Him and worshiped Him. Then they opened their treasure chests and gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. The story of the wise men has […]
Thursday, December 22, 2016
Luke 1:45 You are blessed, because you believed that the Lord would do what He said. After Mary received the angel’s message that she would carry the Christ-child, she soon shared the story with her relative, Elizabeth. Luke 1:45 records a portion of Elizabeth’s response to Mary’s news. Elizabeth was most impressed with Mary’s faith. […]
Wednesday, December 21, 2016
Luke 2:10 But the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news of great joy for everyone!” Luke 2:13, 14 • Suddenly, the angel was joined by a vast host of others—the armies of heaven—praising God: 14“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and peace on earth to all whom […]
Tuesday, December 20, 2016
Matthew 2:2 Where is the newborn king of the Jews? We have seen His star as it arose, and we have come to worship Him. Worship is a word we spend little time contemplating. We usually connect it with certain common spiritual activities. For many, worship is attendance at a particular religious event. For others, […]