(The following is the June 8 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 25 and pay close attention to verses 6-12.) We can measure the depth of our convictions by how willing we are to endure the consequences of living by them. What beliefs and values are so important that we …
The Apostle Paul’s Purpose and Ours
(The following is the June 9 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 26 and pay close attention to verses 12-18.) Paul understood his mission because Jesus told him what it was during their encounter on the road to Damascus. Paul described that conversion moment where the Lord told him, “I …
Who Is Responsible for What in Sharing the Gospel?
(The following is the June 5 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 22 and pay close attention to verses 1-22.) How far can we go sharing the gospel with others? That may be a question more for the hearers to answer than for sharers because listeners may reach a point where …
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Making Christian Connections While Traveling
(The following is the June 3 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 21 and pay close attention to verses 1-8.) When you travel, do you attempt to locate and spend time with fellow Christians? First-century believers frequently connected with other believers as they traveled. Some reasons may include having a safe …
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What Attracted You to Christian Faith?
(The following is the May 25 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 14 and pay close attention to verses 21-22.) What you attract people to church with is what you must continue doing to keep them. This can lead to questionable tactics and unwanted results. For example, if a youth …
