I just completed my first Legacy Standard Bible (LSB) reading. It is now unquestionably my favorite Bible translation. Since my teenage years, when I was a new Christian, I've eagerly read through many Bible translations. I enjoy picking up a new translation or a study Bible I've never read before and devoting time every 1-2 …
Author: Jeff Ross
Author of "Next Step Devotions"; semi-retired after a career in Christian ministry and secular information technology; available for teaching and public speaking; lives in Winchester, KY
Do You Understand the Bible?
(The following is the May 17 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 8 and pay close attention to verses 26-40.) Reading Scripture is vital for Christians. We should long for its truth, study it alone daily and regularly with others, and sit under its authority as people teach …
Evil Is Real, and It Hates God’s Truth
(The following is the May 15 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 7 and pay close attention to verses 54-60.) If members of the Sanhedrin had been open to the gospel, Stephen’s testimony would have pierced their hearts and consciences. Instead, they were enraged at him (v. 54). …
Is There a Right Way to Worship?
(The following is the July 25 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 14 and pay close attention to verses 26-40.) Church worship practices vary widely across major Christian groups, denominations, and within denominations. Worship is influenced by those leading, those participating, people’s understanding of worship’s purpose, standards imposed by …
God’s Purposes Will Prevail
(The following is the May 11 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 5 and pay close attention to verses 33-42.) The Jewish Sanhedrin received sound advice one day from a well-respected member, Gamaliel. Peter and the apostles were on trial for preaching in Jesus’ name. Gamaliel reminded the …
