Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
I have profound respect for the life and ministry of the late R.C. Sproul. He was a genuinely godly man. He founded Ligonier Ministries, was the first president of Reformation Bible College, authored more than one hundred books, inspired countless believers through preaching, teaching, and public speaking, and served the Lord Jesus Christ faithfully until …
Continue reading Book Review: “Romans: An Expositional Commentary” by R.C. Sproul
Many people have heard Psalm 23 read or recited on numerous occasions. Often, the occasions are funerals for loved ones. The psalm is, indeed, comforting, and I am thankful for many scripture passages that comfort believers in difficult times. However, did King David, around 1000 B.C., write this psalm under the direction of the Holy …
Continue reading Book Review: “A Shepherd Looks at Psalm 23” by W. Phillip Keller
I love old books - both those printed editions that have survived centuries and are a joy to hold in your hands, and reprints of books originally published long ago. I am also a great fan of study Bibles, as the top of my rolltop desk would heartily testify if it could speak. It was, …
Continue reading Book Review: The Geneva Bible: 1560 Edition
(The following is the May 29 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 17 and pay close attention to verses 10-12.) How can we know that teachings from pastors, teachers, friends, books, media, and other sources are biblically accurate? We do what the Bereans did when Paul and Silas taught in …
(The following is the April 8 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read John 3 and pay close attention to verse 16.) John 3:16 is one of the most recognized verses in the Bible. Start reciting it aloud, and someone nearby can likely join in with you. Observe the crowd at a …
