November 8, 2020 | Acts 7:1-60 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue As a young Christian, I remember reading the story of Jim Elliot, one of the five missionaries who lost their lives when they attempted to bring the gospel to the Huaorani people of Ecuador. When I was finished, I got down on my knees and […]
November 7, 2020 | Acts 6:1–15 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue Most churches say they want to grow, but when numbers actually increase, not everyone is happy. More people often bring more challenges. This was also true for the early church. As their numbers grew, some widows were overlooked in the daily distribution of food (v. 1). […]
November 6, 2020 | Acts 5:1–42 DEVOTIONS Read This Month’s Issue It is tempting to idealize the early church. Yes, the early believers were a courageous, faithful, and unified group of people, passionate about teaching the gospel. But today’s account provides a reality check. There were hypocrites in the early church just as there are […]
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 […]
November 3, 2020 | Acts 3:1-26 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue “What’s in a name?” William Shakespeare asked. If the name is Jesus, the answer is “Life!” This was the message Peter preached to those who saw him heal a man who had been lame since birth. The miracle took place at the temple, which the […]
November 2, 2020 | Acts 2:1–47 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue When I was a boy, I would eagerly count off the days until my birthday. This wasn’t because I was in a hurry to be one year older; it was because I wanted presents. It is customary for people to receive gifts on their birthday, […]
November 1, 2020 | Acts 1:1–26 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue Imagine that you are the very first person to hear incredible, life-changing, world-shaking good news. Who would you tell? Would you make a call, text a friend, or post to social media? Certainly, you wouldn’t be able to keep this news to yourself. You’d want […]
October 31, 2020 | Psalm 42 DEVOTIONS This Month’s Issue It has always amazed me that you do not have to teach children how to talk. Language is incredibly complex—as anyone who has tried to learn a second language knows well. Yet, children learn to speak just by listening to those around them. Their mastery […]