February 14, 2021 | Romans 8:1–13 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue The problem of humanity’s inability to keep God’s law was not a New Testament problem. The Old Testament recognized it as well. In Jeremiah 31:33, the Lord delivers this promise: “’This is the covenant I will make with the people of Israel after that time,’ […]
February 1, 2021 | Romans 1:1–17 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue When I was a boy, I tried to earn extra money selling newspapers door to door. I was not a success. My sales pitch went something like this: “You wouldn’t want to buy this paper, would you?” Some of us share the gospel the same […]
January 15, 2021 | Matthew 15:1–20 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue Several years ago, my friend called with a frantic voice. Muddy water was coming out of his faucets. Upon further inspection from professionals, he discovered that an underground pipe had cracked and dirt was seeping its way into his house. Workers needed to dig up […]
November 5, 2020 | Acts 4:23–36 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue Many churches have a sign that promises visitors a “friendly church.” Unfortunately, newcomers who venture inside some churches may discover that the church members really only like the people they already know. A truly friendly church will care deeply for every person who enters the […]
FRIDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2019 TOPIC: HARDEN NOT YOUR HEART TEXT: Exodus 8:1-15 KEY VERSE: “But when Pharaoh saw that there was respite, he hardened his heart, and hearkened not unto them; as the LORD had said.” – (Exodus 8:15). “Once bitten twice shy” is a cautionary saying meant to guide people against repeated failings. But […]