Devotional Thoughts

How can they call on Him unless they believe in Him? how can they believe if they have never heard? How can they hear unless someone tells them? How will anyone tell them without being sent? Everyone has a part to play in telling the world about the love of…

Because of the sacrifice of Christ, sin no longer has to dominate or control your thoughts, but it still can, if you allow it to. Allowing the Holy Spirit to control your mind brings life and peace, but the catch is you have to make the choice to allow the…

Has God changed your heart? For an answer, take a look at the praise you are seeking and listening to. Hearing and receiving praise from people feels good, and can be beneficial, but too much can be damaging. Praise from God will change you, and if you listen, you'll hear…

The word used here for 'tremble' can also be translated dread, fear, or even be terrified. Following the will of God can seem terrifying and scary, but verse 9 gives us one of the greatest assurances in all of Scripture; 'surely the Lord your God is with you wherever you…

While—worshiping & fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas & Saul for the work to which I have called them.” Acts 13:2 NIV What has God called you to do? What work has He set aside for you? Perhaps more importantly, are you willing to do it?…

'Be still, and know that I am God.' The NASB translates 'be still' as 'cease striving.' Relax, let go, quiet yourself, and know, in a real, deep way, that God is still God. He is still on His throne. He is still in charge. In our modern world, sitting still…

Longing, or desire, is a powerful force. It can drive you to God, or away from him. It can drive you to good, or to evil. What are you longing for today? More importantly, where is that longing pushing you? If you're longing for closeness with God, know that all…

The beggar went to the temple looking for money, but he found something much more valuable. Peter didn't have any money to give him, but still gave what he had to offer, and it changed the beggar's life. You may not have money or fame to offer, but you still…

Jesus spoke the truth, and paid a high price for it. The council condemned him to die, for speaking what was right. How often do we face the same trial in our own lives? A lie would be easier, more convenient, safer. But if Jesus had not answered truthfully, would…