Introduction It is no secret in our house. My children know that if they need help with their English homework ask dad (or mom) but if you need help with math homework, you better go to mom! Don't get me wrong, I can handle basic math but anything beginning with order of operations and beyond... Continue Reading →
In Daniel 3, King Nebuchadnezzar erected a massive gold statue, demanding worship from his officials. Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego refused, facing death in a furnace. Miraculously, they emerged unharmed, leading the king to praise their God, establish a decree against blasphemy, and promote the young men, illustrating God's power. This post provides commentary on this chapter who reveals to us the God who saves!
https://youtu.be/gEftDn-OOUY Scripture Reading Romans 2:1-16 Devotional The woman in Luke 7:36-50 understood the depth of her sin and the greatness of Jesus' forgiveness. In His parable, both men had a debt they could not pay; one had a more outstanding debt than the other, but both had a debt they couldn't repay. Jesus identified this... Continue Reading →
Scripture Reading Psalm 103:1-5 Devotional In Luke 7:36-50, we see a woman who, despite her sinful reputation, approaches Jesus with an unashamed and intense love. She anoints His feet with perfume, an act of deep worship and gratitude. This woman challenges us to worship Jesus with all that we are, whether it's face down, at... Continue Reading →
Scripture Reading Luke 11:5-13 Devotional Persistent prayer is a powerful act of faith. When we continually bring our needs and the needs of others before the Lord, we demonstrate our trust in His ability to act. Jesus encourages us to be persistent in our prayers, knowing that there is power in prayer not because of... Continue Reading →
Devotional In Mark 2:1-12, Jesus not only heals the paralyzed man but also forgives his sins, demonstrating His divine authority. This act astonishes those present and reveals that He is God Himself, by referring to Himself as the Son of Man, and has the power to forgive sins and heal. Recognizing Jesus' authority in our... Continue Reading →
Devotional Many times, the crowdedness of our lives keeps us from coming before Christ ourselves. We are often so busy and distracted that we neglect our time with God. It's essential to identify and eliminate these distractions to focus on our relationship with Him. Quieting ourselves before the Lord is key to hearing His voice... Continue Reading →
Scripture Reading Luke 5:17-26 Devotional The friends in Mark 2:1-12 brought their paralyzed friend to Jesus; through this act they were interceding on his behalf. This act of faith highlights the power of intercessory prayer. When we pray for others, we are bringing them before the Lord, trusting Him to do what only He can... Continue Reading →
Scripture Reading Luke 5:15-16 Devotional In Mark 2:1-12, we see four friends who exhibit unwavering faith and determination. They overcome a crowded room to lower their paralyzed friend to Jesus, seeking healing. Their actions are a powerful reminder that faith often requires action. These friends didn't let obstacles deter them; instead, they found a way... Continue Reading →
Series Recap and a Look Forward Welcome back to our mini-series. Last week, we answered, "Is Jesus' resurrection important?" Through the Bible, we discovered that if Jesus didn't rise from the dead, it meant that he wasn't the Christ - the Son of God, and therefore, we are still lost in our sin and are... Continue Reading →