A Follow-Up Letter
Read: Galatians 1:1-9 To the churches of Galatia . . . (v. 2) Paul’s relatively short letter to the Galatians was not simply meant to inform or encourage the new Christians in Galatia. Instead, with strong language, he makes it clear that they have been deceived by the teachers who came there after Paul had left. Paul is gravely […]
Live by the Spirit
Read: Galatians 5:16-17 But I say, walk by the Spirit. (v. 16) For the next two weeks we’ll consider Paul’s letter to the Galatians, which includes the listing of the “fruit of the Spirit” that is probably familiar to many of us. In today’s verses, Paul refers to the way of the Spirit and the way […]
Walk by the Spirit
Read: Galatians 5:16-26 The LORD is my shepherd. (Ps. 23:1a) Sheep need their shepherd. They need him for their total care. We also need our Shepherd. In John 15:5, Jesus says to his disciples, “Apart from me you can do nothing.” If we are going to commit to walking differently this new year, as illustrated […]
Walk Assured
Read: Psalm 27 I shall dwell in the house of the LORD forever. (Psalm 23:6b) What do we know for certain? We know that the sun will rise, and the sun will set each day. We experience gravity that keeps us on earth. We also know for certain that we have the gift of today. […]
Walk with Goodness and Mercy
Read: Exodus 34:1-10 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me. (Psalm 23:6a) When I was a child, I observed my shadow closely. It changed depending on the position of the sun. It was always fun to see how my shadow made me look tall and disproportionate when the sun was lower in the sky. Whenever […]
Walk Anointed
Read: Exodus 30:22-38 You anoint my head with oil. (Psalm 23:5b) Have you ever used the expression, “It’s like heaven on earth”? Maybe you were awestruck by majestic mountains or felt fresh ocean air blowing on your face. Anointing oil is like that. The Bible Project describes its meaning in terms of God’s action in […]
How to Meet God through the Bible
What if meeting God was as easy as opening a door? Opening your Bible is like stepping through God’s front door. While reading, you have the opportunity to meet God, and get to know him better. The Bible shares the story of God and his people, and invites you, through the work of the Holy […]
Walk Generously
Read: Luke 22:14-23 You prepare a table before me. (Psalm 23:5a) My mother loved to entertain others at our home. She prepared our dining room table with her fancy tablecloth, finest chinaware, silverware, and crystal glasses. She beautifully arranged them according to the rules of etiquette. She cooked a gourmet meal and presented it like […]
Walk in His Comfort
Read: Isaiah 66:10-14 Your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (Psalm 23:4c) A mother who comforts her child may wipe away tears, kiss a boo-boo, or hold the child close to her heart. Mothers comfort their children with their presence, love, and attention. Mothers will also fiercely fight to protect their children. The shepherd […]