Tag: Devotional

It was the Day of Pentecost. A Jewish holiday marking the giving of the Law on Mount Sinai, it occurred fifty days after the Passover. It also celebrated the beginning of the Feast of Harvest or Feast of Weeks. In ancient times, farmers brought the first fruits as an offering to God. However, after Christ’s…

“Stand firm.” These words of Paul are repeatedly echoed throughout his letters to the early churches. To the Thessalonians, he encouraged them in their continued sanctification and their rejection of false teaching. Concerning the Galatians, he instructed them on their newfound freedom in Christ and, further, the circumcision of the heart. In his letter to…

We praise her for rising early, her generosity, and even her entrepreneurial skills. Trendy morning routines have been created in an attempt to imitate her character. However, what we often miss about the Proverbs 31 woman is her fear of the Lord.

“Now if I live in the flesh, this means fruitful work for me…” Powerful and humble words from the Apostle Paul. A former Pharisee who once persecuted the Church, Paul became a faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ after a holy encounter that transformed Him from the inside out. Consequently, he became a perfect…

Today, we celebrate our risen Savior. Jesus wasn’t a mere man who died a criminal’s death under the charge of claiming to be the son of God. He is God – God in the flesh. Jesus came down and dwelt among His creation. He took the sins of that very creation and put them on…

The beauty of the palm is found in its strength and resilience. Palms, capable of withstanding winds up to 145 miles per hour, have roots that grow deeper, stronger, and more secure with each storm. They bend but do not break. Symbolizing victory, triumph, and eternal life, no wonder the people laid palm branches as…

It is a new season, and for me, that is always good news. A beautiful transition is unfolding before our eyes. It is a time for renewal and rebirth. Likewise, it is also a time for pruning.

When you think of your faith walk, what comes to mind? Are you growing in wisdom, love, and compassion? Does your soul yearn for righteousness and even eternity? Do you heed the voice of God and obey? Are you flourishing?

Today, we spring forward. As a child, before cellphones were in every preteen’s hands, I remember adjusting my battery-powered clock, which sat on my nightstand, before drifting off to sleep. I was always full of anxiety, not wanting to wake up late for school. The reality was that the season was shifting and time was…

The springtime blooms are but a few short weeks away. Pretty soon, the melodic sounds of the morning birds will usher us into a new season. As we transition into fresh florals and budding trees where nature awakens, I am also hopeful for a renewed faith.