Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
(The following is the October 10 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Titus 1 and pay close attention to verses 5-9.) While most of the elder qualifications in 1 Timothy 3:1-7 and Titus 1 relate to one’s character, some are functional. For example, the ability to teach is common to both …
Continue reading Teach Sound Doctrine and Refute False Teaching
(The following is the July 5 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Romans 16 and pay close attention to verses 17-18.) Paul repeatedly writes in his letters about the importance of Christian unity. Christ expects his children to get along. Unity suffers when people create divisions that serve their unholy personal …
Continue reading A Warning Against Divisive, Deceitful Teaching
(The following is the May 31 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Acts 18 and pay close attention to verses 24-28.) Apollos was “an eloquent man who was competent in the use of the Scriptures” (v. 24). Following additional instruction from the more knowledgeable Priscilla and Aquila, he continued teaching, helping …
(The following is the November 4 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read James 2 and pay close attention to verse 19.) Knowing Bible doctrine is essential. Christians should be lifelong learners of Scripture. Through personal Bible study, listening to faithful preaching, learning opportunities at church, online resources, books, conversations …
