“Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you.” James 4:8 Tug of War – A James 4 Devotional Have you ever played tug of war? Or even seen it on television or in a movie? One side
Tug of War – James 4
Tame the Tongue – James 3
Every kind of animal, bird, reptile, and fish is tamed and has been tamed by humankind, but no one can tame the tongue. It is a restless evil, full of deadly poison. James 3:7-8 Tame the Tongue – A James
Faith Works – James 2
“For just as the body without the spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.” James 2:26 Faith Works – A James 2 Devotional Chapter one gave us an overview of the ideas that James taught, and then
Walking the Christ-Centered Path – James 1
Blessed is the one who endures trials, because when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love him. James 1:12 Walking the Christ-Centered Path (James 1) James is
For Your Good – Romans 8:28
“We know that all things work together for the good of those who love God, who are called according to his purpose.” Romans 8:28 For Your Good It is easy when bad things happen to wonder if God really has
Thought Remodeling – Philippians 4:8
Finally brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable—if there is any moral excellence and if there is anything praiseworthy—dwell on these things. Philippians 4:8 New Thoughts
Replacing Worry – Philippians 4:6-7
Don’t worry about anything, but in everything, through prayer and petition with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7 Replacing Worry
Be a Narwhal
“Praise the Lord from the earth, you great sea creatures and all ocean depths” Psalm 148:7 Be a Narwhal I have a niece who loves narwhals. Every time I see a picture of a narwhal or a narwhal on a toy
What Shall We Do?
An Upper Room Season: What Shall We Do? Right now we are in a very unusual season in modern life. Our very busy, scheduled out lives have been up-ended as many of us are required to stay at home. We
Persevere – In Peace (John16:33)
“These things I have spoken to you, so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you have tribulation, but take courage; I have overcome the world.” –Jesus (John 16:33) Persevere In Peace (John 16:33) So many people