Our original daily devotional reflection for your prayer, personal Bible study and quiet time. Often includes commentary and exegesis. Written in the form of a Christian liturgy and featuring the Revised Common Lectionary.
The Bible doesn’t whitewash the ugly truth of human power and wickedness. That’s the world Jesus was born – the world he came to rescue – but his mission was in danger from the first. Our savior needed to survive. The evil king Herod was drunk with power and paranoia, ready to murder a village … Read more
Matthew 1 is wonderful, tradition inspiring narrative: a miraculous pregnancy the suspicious fiance an angelic messenger the single powerful name of JESUS The promise of Christmas is the promise of the Good News. She will give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from … Read more
Christians are supposed to be humble. And happy with the situation that God has bestowed upon them. But in this passage, Jesus allows a hint of ambition for anyone who is following the way of the old rugged cross. Truly I tell you, among those born of women there has not risen anyone greater than … Read more
Lately it seems like my life is unraveling and negative emotions are getting the best of me. Because of job stress, a rebellious teenager, and the constant worry about finances, even the good things in my life seem to be turning sour. As a Christian, I know what scripture teaches about our different emotions and … Read more
Life…it happens to all of us. We embark on the journey and so long as there are no bumps in the road, we feel pretty satisfied. It’s easy to recognize life’s blessings and thank God for everything He does for us and gives to us. I have heard these phases of our lives described in … Read more
Early in the day, I can be heard asking God to reveal His will for me. Many times, I am quickly aware of a direction I should take. Sometimes, though I am not so sure. At times, such as these, I continue on with my day by being productive and only doing those things that … Read more