Design Devos

Run With Endurance - Hebrews 12:1 & Ephesians 6:15

  Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, Hebrews 12:1  and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. Ephesians 6:15   Endurance is defined as the act of suffering patiently.  The life of a Christian is compared to a marathon of endurance, where the race is not measured in meters or miles but in the trials, long-suffering, and patience encountered...

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Immanuel - Where Jesus Walked - Matthew 1:22-23

  All this took place to fulfill what the Lord had spoken by the prophet: “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and they shall call his name Immanuel” Matthew 1:22-23 Holiness is required to distance itself from that which is unholy. But our compassionate Father has forged a path to bridge the gap between His holiness and our unholiness, all through His perfect and beloved Son, Jesus. The name Immanuel proclaims the truth that our God is not distant but actively present in the world. It is a reminder that God is not a passive observer but...

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Creation Keeps Me Humble - Revelation 4:11

“Worthy are you, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for you created all things, and by your will they existed and were created.” Revelation 4:11 Creation leads me to my knees before my Creator.  Have you ever been somewhere that takes your breath away? Was it the Rocky Mountains? The Pacific Northwest forests? The Atlantic Ocean? Maybe you’ve even had the privilege of seeing God’s creation through overseas missions. Maybe it’s the sunset on the other side of your bedroom window. Whatever your experience may be, some moments seem to “take us out” of the...

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Spend Time With Jesus - Psalm 34:1

          “I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth.” Psalm 34:1 Go on a walk with Jesus. Doodle with Jesus. Go on a bike ride with Jesus. Drink coffee with Jesus. Knit with Jesus. Go fishing with Jesus. Spend time with Him. Enjoy Him. Let me explain: As you lace up your boots and embark on a hike, remember the beauty that surrounds you is a testament to your Creator. Amidst the breathtaking landscapes and still surroundings, witness the handiwork of your King. As the Psalmist says, “The...

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