Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
(The following is the July 13 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 5 and pay close attention to verses 1-2.) Church discipline is neither easy nor enjoyable, but God's Word commands us to do it. We are responsible for presenting a pure bride (church) to Christ, the bridegroom. We …
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(The following is the July 12 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 4 and pay close attention to verses 14-21.) Paul occasionally scolded fellow believers when he thought it necessary as a means of correction. Writing to the Corinthians was one such occasion. The church suffered from internal issues, …
(The following is the July 11 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 4 and pay close attention to verses 1-2.) People who work in different jobs throughout their careers encounter a variety of managers along the way. Personalities and management styles are as varied as the managers involved. We …
(The following is the July 8 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 2 and pay close attention to verses 1-5.) Many Christians feel inadequate when sharing the gospel. We may be introverted or shy, think we know too little about the Bible to answer questions, lack formal training in …
Continue reading Relying on God, Not Yourself, in Witnessing
(The following is the July 6 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Romans 16 and pay close attention to verses 19-20.) Paul told Roman Christians, “Detest evil; cling to what is good” (Rom. 12:9). Similarly, he said, “I want you to be wise about what is good, and yet innocent about …
Continue reading There Is a Nail-Scarred Footprint on Satan’s Head
