Daily Devotional from Philemon--Verse 18If he has wronged you at all, or owes you anything, charge that to my account. I, Paul, write this with my own hand: I will repay it.I love in this little letter how Paul is acting on behalf of Onesimus—who was once a bondservant—meaning he was working a debt off. Paul is asking for his freedom and stating that he will repay any debt he owes Philemon. Isn’t ...  Read More

Daily Devotional from Titus 3--Verses 1-2Remind them to be submissive to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready for every good work, to speak evil of no one, to avoid quarreling, to be gentle, and to show perfect courtesy toward all people.The way we are to outsiders is so important in them coming to know Jesus. We are the ambassadors for Christ. The image we portray will likely mold ...  Read More

Daily Devotional from Titus 2--Verse 13…we wait for the blessed hope, the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.The life of a believer is one that is marked by hope. And it’s not a kind that is defined as a deep wish—it is the kind that is confident of what is to come.As believers, we hold on to the hope that the faithful God who kept his promise to Israel will also keep...  Read More

Daily Devotional from Titus 1—Verse 16They profess to know God, but they deny him by their works. They are detestable, disobedient, unfit for any good work.In Paul’s time, the Jews based all of their belief in God on legalism, following hundreds of rules and elevating themselves to a position where they believed they had no need of grace or mercy.Arrogance and religion both allow us to elevate our...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 2 Timothy 4—Verses 2 & 5…preach the word; be ready in season and out of season; reprove, rebuke, and exhort, with complete patience and teaching…As for you, always be sober-minded, endure suffering, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry. It’s important to always be ready to share the gospel, correct an error, and encourage right behavior. But we must do it patie...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 2 Timothy 3--Verse 14But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it.As Christians, we should never stop learning and growing in our faith. I love how Paul encourages Timothy to not only continue to learn, but to revisit the past and remember the truths he was taught from other believers.Like this passage says, it’s...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 2 Timothy 2— Verses 4-7, 19-20No soldier gets entangled in civilian pursuits, since his aim is to please the one who enlisted him. An athlete is not crowned unless he competes according to the rules. It is the hard-working farmer who ought to have the first share of the crops. Think over what I say, for the Lord will give you understanding in everything.As soldiers, we are to...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 2 Timothy 1—Verse 7God did not give us a spirit of timidity or cowardice or fear, but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of sound judgment and personal discipline [abilities that result in a calm, well-balanced mind and self-control].  AMPI love the descriptiveness of the Amplified Version.  It reminds me I don’t have to be timid or shy or cowardly, and I don...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 1 Timothy 6--Verse 15b… he who is the blessed and only Sovereign, the King of kings and Lord of Lords.In this verse Paul is emphasizing the greatness of God.Throughout time, there have been kings and lords - some good and others tyrants.Some have gained their titles by birthright, others by battle or deception or murder - but not our benevolent King, who created the heavens a...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 1 Timothy 5--Verse 14Give the adversary no occasion for slander. Paul encourages us, as representatives of the gospel, to consider living your life in such a way that doesn’t invite slander. You might choose to do something based on your preference or freedom, but Paul constantly reminds us to be thoughtful of what appearances may bring. As Christians, you will have your crit...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 1 Timothy 4--Verse 8For while bodily training is of some value, godliness is of value in every way, as it holds promise for the present life and also for the life to come. It’s not easy to train your body. Whether it’s running, swimming, singing, dancing, or painting—new skills take a lot of effort and time. Sometimes it gets frustrating as we practice the same thing a millio...  Read More

Daily Devotional from 1 Timothy 3—Verses 14-15I hope to come to you soon, but I am writing these things to you so that, if I delay, you may know how one ought to behave in the household of God, which is the church of the living God, a pillar and buttress of the truth.There are a lot of solid instructions here for people who lead the church. As leaders, there are standards we are to live by. Godly ...  Read More