We live in a world filled with stress and anxiety, so when a holiday comes along, we try to take advantage of it and relax. Sometimes we fill the day with so much relaxation that we are worn out by the time the day is over. We need a day to rest up from the…
When most people think about the point of no return, they tend to think about it from a negative perspective. For example, Romans 1:28 says some sinful acts cause God to give people over to a reprobate mind. I shudder when I think about that. Or Hosea 4:17, where the Bible says, “Ephriam is joined…
I often wonder how Jesus felt at certain strategic moments during His earthly ministry. I know it’s impossible for me to understand, for I am a mere mortal, while He is the One who created all things. But still, I wonder. One of those moments was when the crucifixion was just a few days away.…
My previous post, “It Was Only A Penny,” took an unexpected turn after the first paragraph. I had intended to use it to transition into this post and what happened after Jesus acknowledged the offering of two small coins by the widow woman. The disciples were once again asking Jesus about the last days. After…
In my previous devotion, I looked at one aspect of “Many A Mickle Makes A Muckle.” We considered how many small victories lead to the final great victory. We discussed how God views things entirely differently than how we often see them. God is looking for people who will be faithful in small things so…
My reading and research often bring me across statements that catch my attention. I recently came across a Scottish proverb that dates back to at least the early 1600’s that George Washington is said to have brought across the pond and incorporated it into some of his writings. “Many A Mickle Makes A Muckle” While…