I recently completed listening to an audio version of the Bible. Below are some thoughts related to the experience. Following a speaking engagement in April, when I discussed personal devotions, a man approached me and told me a story about one of his coworkers. The coworker is a welder with a job requiring him to …
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Book Review: “Exalting Jesus in Romans” by Tony Merida
I enjoy reading volumes in the Christ-Centered Exposition Commentary series published by B&H Publishing Group. I own 23 of the planned 47 volumes so far and will continue to collect them as I read in preparation for teaching through Bible books and while following along with my pastor's sermon series. The series editors include David …
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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 …
Book Review: The Geneva Bible: 1560 Edition
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, …
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The Often-Misused Philippians 4:13
(The following is the September 7 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Philippians 4 and pay close attention to verses 10-14.) People often misuse Philippians 4:13, which says, “I am able to do all things through him who strengthens me.” Many misapply the verse, connecting it to …
