Psalm 129 sets forth one notable feature of our journey of faith that we’d rather not talk about - suffering. In fact, many religions say that it’s an illusion. For some who profess faith in Christ, it causes them to abandon their journey of faith entirely. Where do we find hope when we suffer? Hear … Continue reading Good Friday – Finding Hope in Suffering
Devotional Thoughts
Why are we people of the cross?
We cherish the cross of Jesus for many reasons, but one of the fundamental reasons is because of what the cross accomplishes. It saves sinners like us. It reveals the true and living God. It overcomes evil. God's Word paints a vivid, beautiful picture of the salvation we enjoy because of the cross of Jesus … Continue reading Why are we people of the cross?
Treasure the Risen Christ Who Draws Near – Luke 24 Devotional Guide
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Luke 24, The Walk to Emmaus, & William Cowper’s Poem “Conversation”
William Cowper, one the the greatest of the English poets, says in one of his letters that he once was friends with a man of fine taste who confessed to him that although he could not subscribe to the truth of Christianity, he could never read Luke 24:13-35 without being deeply affected by it, and … Continue reading Luke 24, The Walk to Emmaus, & William Cowper’s Poem “Conversation”
I Am the Good Shepherd
In John 10, our Lord Jesus Christ reveals Himself as the Good Shepherd. What is His distinguishing mark? The true shepherd gives his life for the sheep. David was a good shepherd. You remember when a lion and a bear came and took away the sheep, that he went after it and rescued it, and … Continue reading I Am the Good Shepherd
The Invitations in the Bible
There are many wonderful invitations in the Bible to sinners like us... Several invitations are addressed to those who are thirsty. Isaiah proclaims “Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters” (Is.55:1). Christ said on the last day, that great day of the feast, “If any man thirst, let him come to me … Continue reading The Invitations in the Bible
The Bread of Life – John 6:22-35
Just as bread supplies your body with strength and nourishment, Jesus, the true bread from heaven, has come to strengthen and nourish you...to transform your life, to bring life to all who believe in Him. This promise of ultimate satisfaction does not mean that you can escape from life and all of its problems. You … Continue reading The Bread of Life – John 6:22-35
Come Holy Spirit – A Prayer
O Holy Spirit, as sacred oil, anoint us and Set us apart to the priesthood of all believers. As the only truly purifying water, cleanse us from the power of sin And set us apart to live godly lives, Working in us to will and to do the Lord’s good pleasure. As the light, reveal … Continue reading Come Holy Spirit – A Prayer
When You Face a Desperate Situation
Psalm 11 teaches us to find our refuge in the Lord. God of Refuge, how easy it is to pursue safety, security, and deliverance in our own ways and methods as we “flee to the mountains.” However, you are the only refuge. As you look down from heaven and see the foundations of our society … Continue reading When You Face a Desperate Situation
The Power of the Cross of Jesus Christ
“The cross of Christ is the door to heaven, the key to paradise, the downfall of the devil, the uplifting of mankind, the consolation of our imprisonment, the prize for our freedom. The cross of Christ is… the safeguard of our faith, the assurance of our hope, and the throne of love. It is also … Continue reading The Power of the Cross of Jesus Christ
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