(The following is the December 27 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Revelation 20 and pay close attention to verses 11-15.) God knows everything we’ve ever done, along with every thought, attitude, and motive, and we are accountable for all of it. John’s Revelation gives us a glimpse of how God …
Tag: Death
Blessed are Those Who Die in the Lord
(The following is the December 20 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Revelation 14 and pay close attention to verse 13.) Family and friends typically gather when loved ones die to remember and honor them. We share stories and photos of the person’s life. Those eulogizing the deceased say positive things …
Reincarnation, Purgatory, and Judgment
(The following is the October 25 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Hebrews 9 and pay close attention to verses 27-28.) Hebrews 9 compares the old covenant priestly ministry in the tabernacle with the new covenant ministry of our great high priest, Jesus Christ. Those differences are the main …
To Live is Christ and to Die is Gain
(The following is the September 3 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Philippians 1 and pay close attention to verses 21-26.) Christians should eagerly live their days on Earth serving Christ. They should also anticipate eternal life in the presence of Christ. Paul lived aware of both, and …
The Number of Our Days
(The following is the April 28 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read John 17 and pay close attention to verse 15.) Do you ever wonder how long you will live on this Earth? David wrote, “Lord, make me aware of my end and the number of my days so …
