Around the throne were twenty-four thrones; and upon the thrones I saw twenty-four elders sitting, clothed in white garments, and golden crowns on their heads.-Revelation 4:4 (NASB) __________________...  Read More

February 22, 2019 – I am really enjoying the book of Jude today. I cannot explain why, other than a change in my heart, but this trip through the letters of the New Testament has really called me out....  Read More

February 11, 2019 – Perfectionism and the innate desire to fix things can be helpful, but left unchecked, they can lead to pessimism and negativity. My advice to myself, “STOP IT!” This is not who you...  Read More

January 28, 2019 – I have reached a point in my life where I am no longer enamored by the outward appearance of holiness without the inward substance of authentic worship and biblical truth. Not that ...  Read More

January 24, 2019 – Something of personal legend stirs within me when I think of these words. Our diligence toward personal growth cannot be for our benefit alone. Just as in all other aspects of life,...  Read More

Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. Put on the full armor of God, so that you will be able to stand firm against the schemes of the devil.-Ephesians 6:10-11 (NASB) _______...  Read More

Wow! Should a daily devotional try to tackle such a subject? I mean, come on, this is about making me have happy thoughts and enjoy a little time in my walk with God, right?Well…No, to be perfectly bl...  Read More

January 17, 2019 – Love really is the only way to catch the eye of those stranded in sin. How do we overcome so much hatred that has been wrought in the name of Christ? How can we get the lost world t...  Read More

Why is forgiveness so important? Obviously, we need to be forgiven and, naturally, anything we want to receive, we ought to give. Beyond that though, I believe there is more. How can our lives bear th...  Read More

We rejoice in saying with complete honesty and a clear conscience that God has empowered us to conduct ourselves in a holy manner and with no hidden agenda. God’s marvelous grace enables us to ministe...  Read More

December 13, 2018 – The story of Peter touches us all in a way because, by our sin, we, too, have betrayed our Savior. We tend to justify our action or inaction rather than deal with the truth of our ...  Read More

Seek the Lord while He may be found; Call upon Him while He is near.-Isaiah 55:6 (NASB) _____________________________ December 3, 2018 – Cold weather, Crowds, Christmas. Jared will be home from colleg...  Read More