“Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining […]
Christmas Devotion – Dec. 27: Rejoice in the Lord!
“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!” Philippians 4:4 So yesterday’s devotion focused on the “exceeding great joy” we can and should experience over the message of Christmas. The angels proclaimed it and shepherds and wise men felt it. We, too, are to live in and feel that same joy. Easily said, […]
09/13/22 Daily Devotion – May your spirit be touched by God’s grace!
“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen.” (Philippians 4:23, NIV84) Here the Apostle Paul ends his letter to the Philippian church. I am sure it is no surprise that he ends it on the theme of grace. Could there be a more suitable ending from the man whose entire ministry […]
09/10/22 Daily Devotion – What limits you?
“I can do everything through him who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13, NIV84) Once again we have a very popular and often quoted passage from the pen of the Apostle Paul. Paul is nearing the end of his letter to the Philippian church and from his jail cell victoriously declares, “I can do all things […]
09/09/22 Daily Devotion – The secret of being content!
“I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want.” (Philippians 4:12, NIV84) Are we really content? Are we ever content? I’d […]
09/08/22 Daily Devotion – Think about things like this!
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.” (Philippians 4:8, NIV84) “Finally…” what? Paul is putting the finishing touches on some pretty profound truths. He has stated that we should not be anxious about anything, […]
09/07/22 Daily Devotion – Peace is not passive!
“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:7, NIV84) This is absolutely one of my favorite memory passages. There are so many profound things said and implied in this single verse. In the verse previous, Paul tells us not to be anxious […]
09/06/22 Daily Devotion – Rather than being anxious, present your requests to God!
“Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.” (Philippians 4:5–6, NIV84) I have to admit that the Lord has a great sense of humor when it comes to dealing with me. Lately, […]
09/05/22 Daily Devotion – Rejoice!
“Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!” (Philippians 4:4, NASB95) This has to be one of the most quoted verses by the apostle Paul. Countless churches have a banner with these words hanging on the wall. We know the verse by heart, even if we don’t know the book, chapter, and verse. […]
09/04/22 Daily Devotion – The blessing of true biblical harmony!
“I urge Euodia and I urge Syntyche to live in harmony in the Lord.” (Philippians 4:2, NASB95) Many of you may know, and for those who don’t, I can’t sing. At least not well. Not even in the shower :-). But I sure admire those who can. And when a group of people sing together […]
