Has it ever occurred to you that Jesus not only loves you unconditionally, but He also likes you? It’s one thing for Him to love you and give His life for you, but He also really likes you and enjoys spending time with you. We see this in an intimate conversation Jesus had with His disciples in John 14-17, especially one … [Read more...]
The Star War
It’s striking that while the world awaits the premier of what’s being dubbed the most anticipated movie of all time, Star Wars VII: The Force Awakens, the world is also in the season of celebrating a star that appeared a long time ago, but not in a galaxy far, far away. The galaxy happened to be very local. And while the star … [Read more...]
Watch and Pray Hour
This devo is being written days before observing the close of Daylight Savings Time, the weekend we “fall back” by turning our clocks back one hour. In essence, we are given an extra hour. This brings up a question: Why not do something special with that extra hour? And if you are reading this devo and it’s nowhere near “fall … [Read more...]
Hope for Hope
Sociologists and culture experts have observed that we live in an era of rampant depression and anxiety, particularly among the teen generation. Would you agree with this observation? If so, what do you think is driving this depressed state? Take a minute to jot down a couple ideas. Of all the causes that could lead to our … [Read more...]
10 Ways to Walk in the “Way of Love”
Ephesians 5:1-2 says this: Follow God’s example, therefore, as dearly loved children and walk in the way of love, just as Christ loved us and gave himself up for us as a fragrant offering and sacrifice to God. Say no more. Or at least, say very little. It’s a poetic, yet poignant, instruction: walk in the way of … [Read more...]
“The Way” to Holy Wow
Quick question: Which of the following are most likely to generate a “wow!” reaction from you: Mountains, ocean, a concert, a video, an unexpected good grade, a shooting star, a sunrise, a sunset, a surprise favor from a friend Quick follow up: Think about the “wow!” reaction for a minute. Why do we react that … [Read more...]