Matthew 3:13-17 Devotional
Imagine standing on the shore of a river, feeling the gentle breeze and watching the water flow steadily by. People are gathered, some waiting their turn, others watching intently. Suddenly, a man steps forward. The Baptizer meets him at the shore, speaks in rather animated ways, and then falls to his knees before the man. Click Read More to continue.
Bible Study on Matthew 2:1-12
Picture yourself on a treasure hunt. You have a map with clues leading to an incredible treasure. Each step forward, every clue uncovered, brings you closer to the promise of this treasure. This is like the journey of the Magi in Matthew 2:1-12, who sought the greatest treasure of all—Jesus. Click read more to continue reading.
The Fulfillment of the Scriptures
This devotional is useful for preparation for Sunday, January 26th, for the lectionary reading on Luke 4:14-21.
Realize Our Commitment With Our Participation
It is one thing to say we believe in God’s vision; it is quite another to participate in the vision that God is giving us. In my years of ministry, the people with the most complaints were invariably the people who were the least involved in the church's work. Do you know why that is? Those who sit on the sidelines and don’t roll up their sleeves and help to fulfill the vision cannot focus on what God is doing in our midst.
WE NEED TO SEE OURSELVES AS GOD SEES US
We have heard what God says to us; now, we need to see ourselves as God sees us after we have become Christians and He has become our Father. Psychologists tell us that a child’s belief in themselves is deeply influenced by their interpretation of how their parents view them, for example - Self-Worth and Confidence. Positive reinforcement, love, and encouragement from parents help build a child’s self-worth and confidence. Children who believe their parents see them as capable and valuable are likelier to develop healthy self-esteem.