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Devotional 10.17.25

Celebrate God   Ephesians 3:20–21 Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen.    Scripture Reading – Psalm 92 For our call to worship this Sunday, we will read together Ephesians 3:20-21, which reminds us that God can do immeasurably more than we can imagine, working in us and through us according to His power. Paired with Psalm 92, a psalm of praise for God’s steadfast love and mighty works, we are reminded that His faithfulness endures and His power transforms lives. Even when our circumstances feel small or overwhelming, God’s ability to exceed expectations encourages us to trust Him fully. Like the flourishing of a well-watered tree, our lives reflect His glory as we remain rooted in Him. Our response to His immeasurable power is worship, recognizing that all honor, glory, and praise belong ...
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Devotional 10.10.25

  October 10, 2025 - Hold Fast to Him in Love 2 Thessalonians 3:3,5 –  The Lord is faithful. He will establish you and guard you against the evil one. May the Lord direct your hearts to the love of God and to the steadfastness of Christ.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 91   We don’t know the author of Psalm 91, but we do know it’s someone who is giving testimony of the hope he has of dwelling, abiding, living, and resting with the Most High. In doing so, the psalmist is acknowledging that the LORD has provided shelter, protection, refuge and deliverance for him.   The dramatic ending of Psalm 91 is God himself sharing the hope and promise for the one who “holds fast to him in love” (v. 14). This phrase is translated differently “because he has his heart set on me” (CSB); “because he loves me” (NIV). The Hebrew word translated here is  Ḥāšaq , meaning  to love, desire, or be attached to . It conveys a strong sense of delight or longing.   Why would any...
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Devotional 10.3.25

Take Heart!   John 16:33 I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 90   Jesus warns his disciples that trouble is coming, even to the point that they will be scatterd (John 16:32).  But then he says,  “But take heart! I have overcome the world.”  These words are both honest and hope-filled. Jesus doesn’t promise a life without hardship, but He gives us something far better: His victory. Psalm 90 reminds us of our human frailty— “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.”  (v.12) Life is brief, but God is eternal. In the face of life’s troubles, our hope isn’t found in control or comfort but in the One who reigns over time itself. When we face uncertainty, we can rest in Jesus’ unshakable triumph and God’s everlasting faithfulness. His overcoming power gives us courage for today and confidence for et...
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Devotional 9.26.25

God’s Love on Display   Romans 5:8 But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 89   The heart of the gospel is put on display in the extravagant and costly demonstration of His love for sinners. God’s love is not conditional, wavering, or earned. It is steadfast, proven in sacrifice. Psalm 89 echoes this reality, celebrating God’s unfailing covenant love and faithfulness “to all generations.” Even when human promises falter, God’s word and love stand firm. This truth anchors us in times of doubt or failure. Our worth is not measured by success or holiness but by God’s unchanging love displayed at the cross. We can rest in the assurance that God sees us fully, loves us completely, and remains faithful eternally. His love is the foundation of our worship and our hope.   Worship songs often carry truth deeper into our hearts than words alone.  All Creatures (Sing the Harmony)  invites all c...
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Devotional 9.19.25

This Is Not The End   2 Corinthians 4:16–18 16 So we do not lose heart. Though our outer self is wasting away, our inner self is being renewed day by day.  17 For this light momentary affliction is preparing for us an eternal weight of glory beyond all comparison,  18 as we look not to the things that are seen but to the things that are unseen. For the things that are seen are transient, but the things that are unseen are eternal.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 88   Psalm 88 stands alone in its darkness, ending without resolution. The psalmist voices raw despair, showing us that even unrelieved lament belongs in prayer. Yet the New Testament gives us a horizon beyond the psalm’s silence. Paul reminds us that though “outwardly we are wasting away,” God is renewing us inwardly. Our afflictions—though heavy—are “light and momentary” in comparison to the eternal weight of glory ahead. Together, these texts teach us the honesty of grief and the persistence of hope. Fait...
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Devotional 9.12.25

September 12, 2025 – All the Peoples Ephesians 1:7-10 –  7  In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace,   8  which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight   9  making known [  to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ  10  as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in Christ, things in heaven and things on earth in him.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 87   God desires to dwell with his people. But that begs two questions. Who are God’s people and where will they dwell with him? God promised Abraham that he would make him a great nation, and that through him  all the families of the earth shall be blessed.  (Gen. 12:1-2). The descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob became known as the nation of Israel. But that’s not where the ancestry ends. We see thro...
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Devotional 9.5.25

Forgiven and Victorious in Christ 1 John 1:9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.   Scripture Reading – Psalm 86   Confession is not about wallowing in guilt—it’s about running to the God who is rich in mercy. Psalm 86 reminds us that God is “good and forgiving, abounding in steadfast love to all who call upon him.” When we confess, we’re not hoping for forgiveness but claiming the forgiveness already secured in Christ. God’s justice demands sin be dealt with, and in Jesus it has been fully satisfied. The promise of 1 John 1:9 assures us that confession is always met with cleansing, not condemnation. Like the psalmist, we can call upon the Lord with confidence, knowing that He not only hears us but delights to show mercy. Confession restores intimacy with God and renews joy in His steadfast love. Worship often helps us grasp truths Scripture declares.  You’ve Already Won  reminds us that th...
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