The Reign of Solomon
Read: 1 Kings 4:20-34 Solomon ruled over all the kingdoms from the Euphrates to the land of the Philistines and to the border of Egypt. (v. 21) As we consider the life of Solomon, it’s important to understand what an important character he is in Scripture. When you realize how much of the Old Testament […]
God Does Not Delay
Read: 2 Peter 3:1-9 The LORD is not slow to fulfill his promise as some count slowness, but is patient toward you, not wishing that any should perish, but that all should reach repentance. (v. 9) Immediacy has become a normal part of my life. I text a friend and expect a fast response. I […]
Courage and Kindness
Read: Deuteronomy 31:1-8 Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the LORD your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you. (v. 6) Addressing conflict is not my favorite activity, but it’s a necessary part of life. As a Christian, I […]
Face to Face
Gazi sat in front of his television mindlessly flipping through the channels. He was looking for something more than entertainment, but he didn’t know exactly what it was. He stopped at a Christian station called SAT-7 TV. He was intrigued by a Bible teaching and devotional program called Umut Dolu Sözler, or Words Filled with […]
Courage Under Fire
Read: Exodus 32:11-16 And the LORD relented from the disaster that he had spoken of bringing on his people. (v. 14) If the word courageous had a picture next to it in the dictionary, I think an image of Moses would be a top contender. When the call on Moses’ life came in the form […]
The Time Is Now
Read: Esther 4 And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this? (v. 14) I appreciate the many displays of God’s power and provision contained in the Old Testament. Only God could envision wiping the earth clean with a flood (Genesis 7) or parting the Red Sea […]
The Spirit Speaks for You
Read: Mark 13:3-13 And when they bring you to trial and deliver you over, do not be anxious beforehand what you are to say, but say whatever is given you in that hour, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. (v. 11) As Christians, our greatest joy should be sharing the […]
An Encouraging Word
Read: Philippians 4:1-20 And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus. (v. 19) Years ago I claimed as my life verse Philippians 4:4, “Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.” Generally, this verse serves as a comforting reminder that God always has […]
Thorns
Read: 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 For when I am weak, then I am strong. (v. 10) In Paul’s second letter to the believers in Corinth, he addresses many subjects: a previous problem at the church, the value and intention of their ministry, his happiness over their repentance, and the importance of giving. There was a lot […]