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Ephesians 4:1  As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. What constitutes a life worthy of our calling as a Christian?  What does such a life look … Continue reading →

Romans 14:8  If we live, we live to the Lord; and if we die, we die to the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord. Upon entering Wheaton Grad School I was aware that I … Continue reading →

Hebrew 11:6  But without faith it is impossible to please and be satisfactory to Him. For whoever would come near to God must [necessarily] believe that God exists and that He is the rewarder of those who earnestly and diligently … Continue reading →

Philemon 22  And one thing more: Prepare a guest room for me, because I hope to be restored to you in answer to your prayers. This verse reminds me of dear friends and a memorable answer to prayer.  Shortly after … Continue reading →

Portions of Proverbs 3 The book of Proverbs is so rich in teaching and guidance.  So many of the verses simply reflect the premise that if “if we do that”, “this” will be the result.  Below I have listed some … Continue reading →

1 Peter 2:9  But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Years ago … Continue reading →

Galatians 5:16  So I say, live by the Spirit, and you will not gratify the desires of the sinful nature. Computers are a vital part of our lives. You likely wouldn’t be reading this devotional without one.  They are really … Continue reading →

Hebrews 5:14  But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil. In Colorado Springs it sure is easy to know which way is west – and from that all the … Continue reading →

Proverbs 12:22 The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful. Is it okay sometimes to not tell the truth or to deliberately mislead?  Are ‘white lies’ appropriate sometimes?  Are there ever situations where avoiding hurting … Continue reading →

1 John 3:1a  How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! A few weeks ago I had my 43rd birthday in Jesus.  In … Continue reading →