Posts with the category “pastor-chris”

Day 1: Finding True ContentmentDevotional: In our modern world, we're constantly bombarded with messages telling us we need more - more possessions, more status, more everything. Yet true contentment isn't found in having more, but in recognizing what we already have. When we shift our focus from what we lack to what God has blessed us with, our perspective transforms. This contentment becomes the...  Read More

Day 1: Recognizing the DriftDevotional: Just like a car slowly drifting off course, our spiritual lives can gradually veer away from God's path. Often, we don't notice the subtle shifts until we're fighting to stay on track. These deviations usually begin with small compromises - a missed prayer here, a skipped Bible reading there. Before we realize it, we're expending enormous energy trying to ma...  Read More

Day 1: The Gift of FreedomDevotional: Freedom is one of the most precious gifts we have received through Christ. Like any gift, how we use it matters deeply. Think of a child given their first bicycle - they can use it responsibly to explore new places and grow, or recklessly in ways that bring harm. Our spiritual freedom works similarly. Each day presents choices: Will we use our freedom to draw ...  Read More

Day 1: Beginning with the End in MindDevotional: Life's journey isn't defined by how we start but by how we finish. This truth resonates throughout Scripture and our daily lives. When we embark on something new—a ministry, a relationship, a career—the enemy often shows up immediately, attempting to derail God's plans before they gain momentum. In Revelation, Jesus declares Himself as "the Alpha an...  Read More

Day 1 - Living in God's PresenceVictory in the Christian life begins with living in God's presence. This means maintaining a constant connection with Him through prayer and worship. When we prioritize our relationship with God, we find ourselves more attuned to His guidance and comfort. Secular activities often crowd out our time with God, but we must make a conscious effort to dwell in His presen...  Read More

Day 1: Understanding GraceGrace is a gift from God that we often struggle to fully comprehend. It is not merely a free pass to continue in sin, but a powerful force that transforms our lives. When we truly grasp the depth of God's grace, it leads us to repentance and a desire to live a holy life. Grace is God's riches at Christ's expense, but it is also so much more than we can imagine. It is the ...  Read More

Day 1: The Potter's HandIn Jeremiah 18:1, we see the profound image of God as the potter and us as the clay. The potter's wheel is a place of transformation, where the clay is shaped and reshaped until it becomes a vessel of purpose. Even when the clay is marred, the potter does not discard it. Instead, he patiently works on it, molding it into something beautiful and useful. This is a powerful re...  Read More

Day 1: Endure Hardness as a Good SoldierPaul's exhortation in 2 Timothy 2:3 to endure hardships as good soldiers of Jesus Christ serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and dedication required in our faith journey. Just as soldiers face challenges and adversities, we too must be prepared to endure difficulties in our walk with Christ. The Bible, despite being under attack, remains a living...  Read More

Day 1: Recognizing What You HaveIn 2 Kings 4, the widow initially saw only her lack and desperation. However, Elisha's question, 'What is in your house?' prompted her to recognize the small pot of oil she had. Often, we overlook the resources and blessings God has already placed in our lives. Take a moment to inventory what you have—skills, relationships, opportunities—and trust that God can use e...  Read More

Day 1: Just One More StepDevotionalLife often brings us to the brink of giving up, but sometimes all it takes is just one more step to reach where God wants us to be. King David's journey through the Kidron Valley and up the Mount of Olives, filled with sorrow and betrayal, showcases his unwavering faith. At his lowest point, David encounters Ziba, who brings much-needed provisions, symbolizing di...  Read More