Believing Without Obeying
Opening Verse “But be ye doers of the word, and not hearers only, deceiving your own selves.” James 1:22 (KJV) Introduction It is easy to say, “I believe in God.” Many people claim faith in Jesus, but their lives do not reflect His teachings. Believing is not enough—obedience must follow. Faith without action is...
The Small Still Voice
Opening Verse “And after the earthquake a fire; but the Lord was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice.” 1 Kings 19:12 (KJV) Introduction Life is loud. The world shouts at us from every direction—news, social media, responsibilities, worries. We expect God to speak in the same way—through grand...
The Sweetness of Sin
Opening Verse “There is a way which seemeth right unto a man, but the end thereof are the ways of death.” Proverbs 14:12 (KJV) Introduction We love sweet things. A piece of cake, a handful of candy, a sugary drink—these little treats bring us joy. They taste good, they feel good, and in the...
The Open Door
Opening Verse “Watch ye and pray, lest ye enter into temptation. The spirit truly is ready, but the flesh is weak.” – Mark 14:38 Introduction Struggles with the flesh can feel overwhelming. Often, we wonder why sin seems so persistent in our lives. Yet, like leaving a door open on a cold winter day,...
God-Confidence Before Self-Confidence
Opening Verse “The LORD shall be thy confidence, and shall keep thy foot from being taken.” – Proverbs 3:26 (KJV) Introduction In a world obsessed with self-image and self-reliance, many struggle to find a firm foundation for confidence. But true confidence—one that withstands challenges—must be rooted in something greater than ourselves. That foundation is...
Pleasing God Through the Spirit
Opening Verse “So then they that are in the flesh cannot please God.” — Romans 8:8 (KJV) Introduction Pleasing God is not about what we do outwardly but how we live inwardly. Romans 8:8 warns us that living according to the flesh—being consumed by our own desires—makes it impossible to please God. The...
The Danger of Foolish Words
Opening Verse “A fool’s lips enter into contention, and his mouth calleth for strokes.” — Proverbs 18:6 (KJV) Introduction Our words have the power to build relationships or destroy them. Proverbs 18:6 warns us about the consequences of careless, foolish speech. Words spoken without wisdom often lead to conflict, strife, and unnecessary trouble. Devotional...
Living a Life Beyond Reproach
Opening Verse “Sound speech, that cannot be condemned; that he that is of the contrary part may be ashamed, having no evil thing to say of you.” — Titus 2:8 (KJV) Introduction Words are powerful. They can uplift or tear down, bring life or destruction. As followers of Christ, we are called to live...
The Treasure in the Field
Opening Verse “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like unto treasure hid in a field; the which when a man hath found, he hideth, and for joy thereof goeth and selleth all that he hath, and buyeth that field.” — Matthew 13:44 (KJV) Introduction What is the most valuable thing in your life? This...
Kingdom Seekers
Opening Verse “The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God is at hand: repent ye, and believe the gospel.” – Mark 1:15 Introduction The Kingdom of God is central to the teachings of Jesus. He proclaimed it in His words, demonstrated it in His works, and embodied it in His life. But what...