(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 …
Tag: Discipleship
Your Busyness Doesn’t Impress God
(The following is the March 18 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Luke 10 and pay close attention to verses 38-42.) Life can be hectic. Demands clamoring for our attention can seem overwhelming: work, family, home, education, church, volunteer activities, children’s activities, managing finances, and caregiving. Add to the …
Following Jesus When It’s Unpopular
(The following is the February 25 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Mark 11 and pay close attention to verses 7-10.) It is easy to praise and follow someone popular, especially if most people approve. Even if some disagree, we can readily stay the course and continue public support …
Go and Make Disciples
(The following is the February 8 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Matthew 28 and pay close attention to verses 18-20.) The Great Commission was Jesus’ marching orders to the apostles. In it, he commanded them to be disciples who make disciples. We have a part in continuing that …
Bible Memory
Years ago I decided to choose 100 Bible verses to memorize. My goal was not to find my favorite random verses or typical feel-good verses but to choose 100 verses I'd want hidden in my heart if I were somewhere without access to a Bible. I wanted them to equip me to have gospel conversations …
