How to Keep Busy Until Jesus Comes Again

(The following is the June 30 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Romans 12 and pay close attention to verses 9-21.) Have you ever been bored because of nothing to do? If we take Romans 12:9-21 seriously, we should never lack something to do. Following these commands would transform our lives, …

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Dare We Say, “Come, Lord Jesus”?

(The following is the December 31 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read Revelation 22 and pay close attention to verses 20-21.) As we read Revelation and ponder events yet to unfold on the world stage, we may have mixed emotions. We may long, like Paul, to depart this life …

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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 …

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Excited Anticipation or Fearful Dread?

(The following is the November 22 devotional from my Next Step Devotions book. Before reading it, I suggest you read 1 John 2 and pay close attention to verses 28-29.) My grandchildren eagerly show me things they recently made whenever we visit. They’re proud of their accomplishments and can’t wait to share them. I gladly affirm …

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