Matthew 10:1-15 Devotional
Imagine a dedicated postman setting out each morning with a bundle of letters, sealed with the promise of hope and change. In neighborhoods where some doors remain closed and where greetings go unreturned, this messenger continues his journey with perseverance and quiet resolve. His mission isn’t about every letter being accepted; it’s about faithfully delivering a message that has the power to transform lives. Just as this postman persists day after day despite occasional rejection, so too are we called to carry the message of Jesus with unwavering dedication.
Matthew 9:35-38 Devotional
The Book of the Acts of the Apostles documents how the church grew from the original 12 to a group of 120 by the time of Ascension Day. A little over a week later, on Pentecost, it swelled to over 3,000. By the close of the ninth century, there were 100 million Christians. Today, that number has grown to over one billion believers worldwide. None of this expansion could have occurred without the enthusiasm and support of Christians for missions or their prayers to "the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest." Click Read More to continue.
Matthew 9:1-7 Devotional
Imagine a home filled with people, a crowd so thick that movement is nearly impossible. Amid this gathering, four friends arrive, carrying a paralyzed man on a stretcher. Their determination is unshaken—they’ve heard about Jesus, they believe in His power, and nothing will stop them from bringing their friend to Him. They climb onto the roof, tear apart the tiles, and lower their friend right before Jesus. Can you picture the moment? Dust floating in the air, astonished murmurs rippling through the crowd. Then, Jesus speaks. "Take heart, son; your sins are forgiven." Click Read More to continue.
Matthew 8:1-4 Devotional
Imagine walking through a busy town square. You see many people, but when you try to approach them, they step back. Shopkeepers shoo you away, children are pulled back by their parents, and you hear whispers as you pass. You feel a deep sense of loneliness because of a condition that makes others see you as different. You long for healing, but even more for acceptance and a chance to connect with others. This was the daily life of a man with leprosy in ancient Israel. His illness was not just a skin problem; it meant he was cast out from society and cut off from community and connection. Click Read More to continue.
Matthew 7:15-20 Devotional
Imagine walking through an orchard, eager to pick fresh fruit. The trees look healthy, but as you reach for an apple, you notice it is rotten inside. Though the tree appeared strong, its fruit reveals its true condition. This is the essence of Jesus’ teaching in Matthew 7:15-20—true character is revealed by fruit. Click Read More to continue.