(The following is the March 5 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Luke 2 and pay close attention to verses 4-7.) If you were the Son of God coming to humankind as a baby, into what family would you come? Would you choose a wealthy royal family with significant influence and …
Tag: Jesus Christ
Sacrificing for Christ as He Did for You
(The following is the February 6 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Matthew 27 and pay close attention to verses 50-53.) In his final moments on the cross, Jesus cried out and “gave up his spirit” (v. 50). He willingly gave his life. Nobody took it from him. Many sought …
Encouraged by Christ’s Second Coming
(The following is the September 18 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 Thessalonians 4 and pay close attention to verses 13-18.) When Christians study Christ’s second coming, 1 Thessalonians 4-5 is among the relevant passages. The Bible doesn’t answer every question believers have about his return, but it contains all …
Everyone Who Calls on Jesus Will Be Saved
(The following is the June 26 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Romans 10 and pay close attention to verses 9-13.) “For everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved” (v. 13). This is fantastic news. Applying this truth to ourselves means that no past sin should …
Imperfect Christians Serving a Perfect God
As we celebrate another Christmas this week, I want to take a few moments to share some thoughts with all who will take the time to read this, especially to my non-Christian friends... Those of us who profess to be Christians don't always act like the Christ we claim to adore. We are sometimes impatient, …
