"Yes, a person is a fool to store up earthly wealth but not have a rich relationship with God." Luke 12:21
The well-known slogan for the Nike brand, "just do it," is a good reminder for believers to live intentionally for Christ. If you have been following along in these devotions this we...
Continue ReadingTherefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age." Matthew 28:19-20
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Continue ReadingTo those who use well what they are given, even more will be given, and they will have an abundance. But from those who do nothing, even what little they have will be taken away. Matthew 25:29
When considering the lives God is calling His people to live, one important question we must ask...
Continue ReadingGod knew His people in advance, and He chose them to become like His Son, so that His Son would be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. Romans 8:29
Not long ago, I was having dinner with my friends and their two sons. As we were eating a dinner of spaghetti and salad, their youn...
Continue ReadingJesus told him, "If you want to be perfect, go and sell all your possessions and give the money to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow Me." Matthew 19:21
Do you currently feel disappointed with your life? Are you constantly thinking about your life and where ...
Continue ReadingTherefore, dear brothers and sisters, you have no obligation to do what your sinful nature urges you to do. For if you live by its dictates, you will die. But if through the power of the Spirit you put to death the deeds of your sinful nature, you will live. Romans 8:12-13
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Continue ReadingI know how to live on almost nothing or with everything. I have learned the secret of living in every situation, whether it is with a full stomach or empty, with plenty or little. For I can do everything through Christ, who gives me strength. Philippians 4:12-13
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Continue ReadingHer sister, Mary, sat at the Lord's feet, listening to what He taught. Luke 10:39
My sister Mary Claire and I are only seventeen months apart. We are also best friends. In many ways, she and I are very, very similar. We often say the same thing at the same time, accidentally dress in the ...
Continue ReadingWherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be. Matthew 6:21
The heart is one of the most essential organs in our entire bodies. It pumps blood and provides important nutrients that our body needs. Because of this, it is no surprise that when Jesus was asked in Ma...
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