“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” (2 Corinthians 9:15, NIV) How do we, as Christians, say “thank you” to our loving and generous God? We hear a lot in our great American society about fairness, entitlement, and getting what we deserve. No, this is not a political devotion; it is, … Read More

“Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NIV As we enter the month of November, thoughts of turkey, sweet potato casserole and pumpkin pie consume us as our plans for Thanksgiving Day supper … Read More

And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.” Mark 16:15 Have you ever played the license plate game while on a road trip? I love this game! There is even an app for it now. I’m only missing plates from Hawaii, New Hampshire, South Dakota and Washington, … Read More

“Weeping may last through the night, but joy comes with the morning.” Psalm 30:5 NLT It’s 2:36 a.m., and I’m wide awake. Work woes and worries dominate my mind. Why, Lord? How can sleep be so elusive? When I’m in this predicament, three options exist: panic, pop a pill, or pray. Panic … Read More

“After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone.” Matthew 14:23, NIV What is the one thing almost everyone carries with them no matter where they are, day or night? The “thing” commands our attention on a whim; it has trained … Read More

“Do not store up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy, and where thieves break in and steal. But store up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where moth and rust do not destroy, and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will … Read More