(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 …
Walking, Leaping, and Praising God
(The following is the May 8 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 3 and pay close attention to verses 1-10.) Imagine the scene when God healed the lame man through Peter: “Then taking him by the right hand he raised him up, and at once his feet and …
What Will Future Generations Know About You?
(The following is the May 5 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read John 21 and pay close attention to verses 24-25.) Jesus’ earthly ministry lasted three years. We don’t know how many people he encountered, all the miracles he performed, acts of kindness, teaching moments with his followers, or …
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Believing Without Seeing
(The following is the May 3 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read John 20 and pay close attention to verses 24-29.) How much faith does it take to believe in something we see or touch? None, assuming our senses work properly and our brain processes them correctly. For example, …
Should Others Imitate You?
(The following is the July 21 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Corinthians 11 and pay close attention to verse 1.) Paul gave the Corinthians an unusual command, “Imitate me, as I also imitate Christ” (v. 1). How bold is that? Do we feel confident enough in following Christ's example …
