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Devotionals about Faith

Exile

No One on Earth

Read: Daniel 2:1-16 The thing that the king asks is difficult. (v. 11) Not long after Daniel completed his training, he faced a dire situation. The Babylonian king made a

Exile

Undefiled

Read: Daniel 1:8-21 Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the king’s food. (v. 8) Of all the ways Daniel could have testified to his faith, he chose

Influence

In the King’s Service

Read: Daniel 1:1-7 The king commanded . . . some of the people of Israel . . . to stand in the king’s palace. (vv. 3-4) The book of Daniel

1 Peter

Resisting the Devil

Read: 1 Peter 5:6-14 Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour. (v. 8) Christians often make two equal and opposite mistakes with respect

Faith

No Surprises!

Read: 1 Peter 4:12-19 Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery trial when it comes upon you to test you. (v. 12) If you are reading this devotional somewhere

1 Peter

Sober to Pray

Read: 1 Peter 4:1-11 The end of all things is near; therefore be serious and discipline yourselves for the sake of your prayers. (v. 7 NRSV) Every biblical author addressing

1 Peter

A Ready Defense

Read: 1 Peter 3:8-22 Always be ready to make your defense . . . (v. 15 NRSV) Among the finest students I have ever taught are the brave and zealous

1 Peter

A Family Affair

Read: 1 Peter 3:1-7 . . . so that nothing may hinder your prayers. (v. 7 NRSV) How we need the encouragement and moral direction Peter offers husbands and wives

1 Peter

Beloved and Urged

Read: 1 Peter 2:11-25 Keep your conduct among the Gentiles honorable. (v. 12) Peter was assuming several things as he wrote to Christian brothers and sisters in his day, and