1 Peter 2.1-12 Having encouraged believers to stand firm in the face of opposition, to choose righteousness when faced with temptation to sin, to desire maturity as a child of God, and to remember the gracious work of the Lord in salvation, Peter reminds them of their position and purpose in Christ. But you... Continue Reading →
The Delights of the Heart
Psalm 37.1-29 In what or who do we delight; what are the strong desires of our heart; what compels us when we awake in the morning? Are these delights of the flesh and how we can satisfy our selfish longings; are they of the world’s offerings and our attention of acquiring more stuff and... Continue Reading →
Beginning the Day with the Lord
Psalm 5.1-12 Though we do not know the circumstance in which David prayed, we do know it was likely an intense time when he emphatically knew his need for full dependence on the Lord. He prayed: Give attention to the sound of my cry, my King and my God, for to you do I... Continue Reading →
The True Joy of Christmas 1 John 1.1-9
Christmas can be a difficult time of the year for many people. Instead of celebrating, there can be a heaviness in remembering what is past, what has been lost, who has died, or what will never be the same. There can be the desire of wanting the season to pass and move forward to a... Continue Reading →
Jesus – the Cornerstone of our Faith
Acts 4.1-12 Peter and the disciples proclaimed the resurrection of Jesus Christ. By the power of the Holy Spirit, they saw God work in miraculous ways. The religious leaders of the day rejected their message, fearing the people would turn to Christ and deny them. They rejected Christ had risen from the dead; they... Continue Reading →
My Morning Desk 