Devotional Blog
Embrace Truth
A weekly devotional written to be read slowly, closing with a Head to Heart section that invites you to apply what you’ve read, moving it from your mind to your heart and into your life.
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Matthew 7:16-18
Known by Their Fruit
In seventh-grade art class, we learned to draw trees with black ink pens. It was my favorite art class, and I began to look more closely at trees (trunks, branches, and fruit). They are…
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Psalm 85:11-13
Where Heaven Meets the Harvest
Early one spring, I helped my father plant the cornfields on our small farm. One back hillside had very wet soil. He told me he would dedicate that parcel to the Lord and give…
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Zephaniah 3:14-17
Be Glad and Rejoice!
Over the years, we have gathered with friends and family to celebrate birthdays, holidays, the changing seasons, and important milestones. Celebration, joy, and laughter are essential to our health, well-being, and our connection with…
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1 Peter 2:25
Prone to Wander, Sure to Be Found
Steve was neither famous nor wealthy. He loved his family, music, and all things technical. He didn’t hold any important position in government or at work. In fact, he owned his own business and…
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Acts 2:42-47
Break Bread Together
Waiting can be difficult. We mark off each day on the calendar. Sometimes it may feel as if we will never experience the event or receive the gift we are waiting for. We may…
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Psalm 119:9-11
Back to Basics
Growing up, my two younger brothers and I had daily chores. We made our beds each morning, put our dirty clothes in the laundry basket, brushed our teeth, fed the dog, and helped in…
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1 Samuel 25:2-42
Prompt Provisions
Over the years, I've enjoyed learning about the women in the Bible. Their lives and the circumstances they faced offer much to learn from. The stories are rich in practical application and insight for…
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Psalm 145:8-10, 17-18, 21
The Faithful Extol You
In last week’s lesson, we examined David’s personal commitment to praise in Psalm 145. He made a firm decision to exalt God every day, forever, because God's greatness cannot be measured. Today, let’s explore…
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Psalm 145:1-7
Exalt & Praise
Have you ever tried to put into words how much you love someone and found the words inadequate? Have you found it difficult to express the deep feelings in your heart? This is the…
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Philippians 1:3-6
A Good Work Begun
As I write this week’s blog, I am in São Paulo, Brazil. Several ministry groups work together in this city to strengthen believers’ faith and encourage them to live out the gospel of Jesus…