Finally brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable — if there is any moral excellence and if there is any praise — dwell on* these things. *NRSV - 4:8 - Gk take account of When considering those with whom you share faith and … Continue reading Consider the Best – Philippians 4:8
Category: Devotionals
Just some quick, short thoughts I have had throughout the years.
Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
Then Daniel responded with tact and discretion to Arioch, the captain of the king’s guard, who had gone out to execute the wise men of Babylon. These qualities of mind and action are what must characterize the servant of God Almighty. Tact and discretion. Concise words uttered with respect and judgement. A discerning mind that … Continue reading Tact and Discretion – Daniel 2:14
No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Therefore, brothers, we are not children of the slave but of the free woman. Fundamentally it seems to me that Paul is saying that we are no longer slaves of the flesh but instead sons of the Spirit of Christ. Galatians 4:6-7 And because you are sons, God has sent the Spirit of His Son … Continue reading No Longer Slaves – Galatians 4:31
Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
But what does the Scripture say? Drive out the slave and her son, for the son of the slave will never be a co-heir with the son of the free woman. There are irreconcilable differences between the nature of the flesh and the indwelling Spirit. A set of rules will never permanently evict the spirit … Continue reading Irreconcilable Differences – Galatians 4:30
Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
As soon as Jehudi would read three or four columns, Jehoiakim would cut the scroll with a scribe’s knife and throw the columns into the blazing fire until the entire scroll was consumed by the fire in the brazier. As they heard all these words, the king and all of his servants did not become … Continue reading Slice and Burn – Jeremiah 36:23-25
The Greater Miracle – Acts 3:19-20
Therefore repent and turn back, so that your sins may be wiped out, that seasons of refreshing may come from the presence of the Lord, and that he may send Jesus, who has been appointed for you as the Messiah. In the middle of a powerful miracle story, Peter speaks of and testifies to the … Continue reading The Greater Miracle – Acts 3:19-20
The Purposes of God – Job 9:17
He batters me with a whirlwind and multiplies my wounds without cause. God never operates without a cause for He is the Ultimate Cause. Job's comment is understandable given what he is enduring; however, God has a purpose for all of it - that He might display to the enemy Job's undying faithfulness and bring … Continue reading The Purposes of God – Job 9:17
Shameless – Jeremiah 6:15
Were they ashamed when they acted so abhorrently? They weren’t at all ashamed. They can no longer feel humiliation. Therefore, they will fall among the fallen. When I punish them, they will collapse, says the Lord. The loss of shame for abhorrent, immoral acts is a clear sign that one is disconnected from truth and … Continue reading Shameless – Jeremiah 6:15
Living Shortsighted – Jeremiah 5:30-31
“An appalling and horrible thing Has happened in the land: The prophets prophesy falsely, And the priests rule on their own authority; And My people love it so! But what will you do at the end of it?” We simply tend to be shortsighted don’t we? Living day to day according to our own desires. … Continue reading Living Shortsighted – Jeremiah 5:30-31
False Counsel – Job 5:8
However, if I were you, I would appeal to God and would present my case to him. This is exactly what Job has always done and even in these dire circumstances continues to do. He knows God is his only hope. He has always kept God first and will not turn his face from God … Continue reading False Counsel – Job 5:8
Personal Offerings – 2 Samuel 24:24
The king answered Araunah, “No, I insist on buying it from you for a price, for I will not offer to the Lord my God burnt offerings that cost me nothing.” David bought the threshing floor and the oxen for 20 ounces of silver. Can one truly sacrifice something that has cost him nothing? I … Continue reading Personal Offerings – 2 Samuel 24:24
Deliverance and Delight – 2 Samuel 22:20
He brought me out to a spacious place; He rescued me because He delighted in me. This idea of Father God delighting in me is difficult to comprehend and accept. I don't know why other than I simply must not see myself as He sees me. I delight in my children often; however, I just … Continue reading Deliverance and Delight – 2 Samuel 22:20
Losers – Luke 9:25 (CSB)
For what does it benefit someone if he gains the whole world, and yet loses or forfeits himself? Don't be deceived, the value of who we are, as God has created us to be, is worth far more than any created thing we enjoy on this earth. Our very being surpasses infinitely in value any … Continue reading Losers – Luke 9:25 (CSB)
Forgiver of Sins – Mark 2:5-7
And when Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” Now some of the scribes were sitting there, questioning in their hearts, “Why does this man speak like that? He is blaspheming! Who can forgive sins but God alone?” The obvious answer to these scribes’ unspoken question is, ‘No … Continue reading Forgiver of Sins – Mark 2:5-7
Jesus, Light to the Gentiles – Luke 4:26,27
“Yet Elijah was not sent to any of them except a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. And in the prophet Elisha’s time, there were many in Israel who had leprosy, and yet not one of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian.” When closely examining the passage above we find that the widow mentioned was … Continue reading Jesus, Light to the Gentiles – Luke 4:26,27
King Of My Life – 1 Samuel 8
1 Samuel 8:4-7So all the elders of Israel gathered together and went to Samuel at Ramah. They said to him, “Look, you are old, and your sons do not walk in your ways. Therefore, appoint a king to judge us the same as all the other nations have.”When they said, “Give us a king to … Continue reading King Of My Life – 1 Samuel 8
Despising Our Birthright – Genesis 25:34
Then Jacob gave Esau bread and lentil stew; and he ate and drank, and rose and went on his way. Thus Esau despised his birthright. How often do the pressing impulses and perceived needs of our flesh lead us to despise our spiritual birthright in Jesus? The battle for control of our will rages daily. … Continue reading Despising Our Birthright – Genesis 25:34
Penitence – 2 Chronicles 34:27
Because your heart was tender and you humbled yourself before God when you heard His words against this place and against its inhabitants, and because you humbled yourself before Me, tore your clothes and wept before Me, I truly have heard you,” declares the Lord. Truly Father God loves a penitent spirit. He knows us … Continue reading Penitence – 2 Chronicles 34:27
Futility – John 5:39-40
You search the Scriptures because you think that in them you have eternal life; it is these that testify about Me; and you are unwilling to come to Me so that you may have life. The Scriptures are critical in our search for eternal life; yet, to read and understand the Word and fail to … Continue reading Futility – John 5:39-40
Tepidity – Revelation 3:15-16
‘I know your deeds, that you are neither cold nor hot; I wish that you were cold or hot. So because you are lukewarm, and neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of My mouth.’ Hot coffee is one of my favorite things. Morning is simply not good without it. ‘Speak not unto … Continue reading Tepidity – Revelation 3:15-16
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