(The following is the September 2 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Philippians 1 and pay close attention to verses 12-20.) How Christians handle difficult circumstances can impact others’ faith. If we claim to know Christ, yet we fall to pieces emotionally when bad things happen, our actions suggest less confidence …
Tag: Influence
Ordinary Influencers for Christ
(The following is the August 12 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 2 Corinthians 11 and pay close attention to verses 1-6.) Who has influenced you the most? The list may include parents, family members, teachers, close friends, workplace leaders, and hopefully Christian leaders and mentors. The reasons may …
Touching the Untouchable
(The following is the March 10 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Luke 5 and pay close attention to verses 12-13.) Ample Bible passages warn us about involvement with those who do or encourage evil. From Solomon’s proverbs warning his son about choosing companions to the gospel warning about …
What is Your Legacy?
I've had two occasions in the past two days to consider the answer to the question "What is your legacy?" The first was at the 90th birthday party of a dear lady at my church on Saturday. The kind words and testimonies shared about her life of kindness, graciousness, giving and faith caused me to …
What Ripple Effect Will Your Life Have?
I enjoy watching the television show Criminal Minds. Besides the stories, the characters, and the drama, I like the quotes that are scattered throughout the episodes. The quotes allow for some deeper thought beyond the mere entertainment of the show. While watching an episode recently, they quoted the following by Chuck Palahniuk: "We all die. The …
