Devotionals
One Life to Give
I tell you the truth, unless a kernel of wheat is planted in the soil and dies, it remains alone. But its death will produce many new kernels—a plentiful harvest of new lives. (John 12:24 NLT) When He said these words, not only was Jesus referring to His own life being laid down, in order for many to be raised to new life; He also revealed a principle that applies to my life today. If I will lay down my life for Jesus and for others, the result will be a life… Read More
A Journey Toward Freedom
Jesus said to the people who believed in him, “You are truly my disciples if you remain faithful to my teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” (John 8:31, 32 NLT) Jesus spoke to different people in different ways. He spoke gently to the woman caught in adultery (although never condoning her sin), but He spoke harshly to those whose pride caused them to condemn her. In the midst of that exchange, Jesus made this statement: “If you desire to fully follow Me, you must… Read More
A Courageous Leader
The king took his place of authority beside the pillar and renewed the covenant in the Lord’s presence. He pledged to obey the Lord by keeping all his commands, laws, and decrees with all his heart and soul. He promised to obey all the terms of the covenant that were written in the scroll. (2 Chronicles 34:31 NLT) Despite the fact that he became king when he was only eight years old, Josiah was an incredibly influential leader. He confronted the idolatry of the nation by destroying the high places of idol… Read More
The Stairway Between Heaven and Earth
… the Son of Man, the one who is the stairway between heaven and earth. ” (John 1:51 NLT) In a brief conversation He had with Nathaniel, Jesus made this subtle, yet profound, statement. Jesus revealed Himself as the stairway between heaven and earth. The New King James Version says it like this: And He said to him, “Most assuredly, I say to you, hereafter you shall see heaven open, and the angels of God ascending and descending upon the Son of Man.” (John 1:51 NKJV) Since every word, and the order… Read More
Chew it Again: How to Meditate on God’s Word
He fills my life with good things. My youth is renewed like the eagle’s! (Psalms 103:5 NLT) The word “meditation” can conjure a variety of images, from “emptying the mind” to cult-like chanting. Biblical meditation, however, is a discipline of the mind to focus specifically on a particular portion of Scripture, in order to fully digest and apply all that God intends to speak and do in your life through that word. In fact, the picture is of a cow chewing its cud. (I know, quite picturesque!). Like many animals, a cow… Read More
Pastor Dale Jenkins 