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Cyrus: the conqueror of your conqueror
Wait, which Bethlehem was it again?
Five of God's promises that have been fulfilled
How will we know Jesus when we see Him?
The Secret of Christmas (Chapters 4-6)
The Secret of Christmas (Chapters 1-3)
Even grownups need a safe space
The darker the world, the brighter our future
Don't over-think what you don't actually know
God is the greatest project manager
The planet isn't going anywhere
God won't make a choice for you
You're not as independent as you think
Shame and guilt aren't the same
Are you guilty or do you just feel like it?
Begging your pardon before it gets dusty in here
God doesn't use chaos or confusion
Your real Forever Home is waiting for you
Don't skip the "Thus saith the Lord"
God knows the future because He's seen it already
God has given you the time that you need
Does God truly know the future?
Real love is rarely convenient
You don't have to agree on everything
Five steps to achieving unity in our relationships
If you want harmony, you have to listen
It's easier to share when you have someone else
Does unity even matter to God?
You can't legislate real unity
Can you love someone you disagree with?
Are you afraid to ask questions?
How can you tell what unity isn't?
Sometimes lemons are life-giving
Maybe the details are God's business
Watch out for false advertising
Obey when you don't understand
Your stuff isn't worth your life
Bullies don't disappear when you grow up
Your pastor isn't perfect either
Who are you actually afraid of?
Consequences always have a cost
Be careful when you give directions
True wisdom has nothing to do with your age
You can't fight fear with courage
Pain reminds us of our weakness
Nothing's scarier than being alone
Falling down doesn't mean you stay down
Ask questions until you find an answer
Look for people who look like Jesus
Something you can always ask for
Somebody's gotta bring the common sense
Doing what you can until God’s timing is right
Seeing trouble from God’s perspective
Trusting God when it doesn't make sense
Recognizing Jesus as your Authority
Speaking the truth with humility
Nobody can flip God off and win
God cares more about your heart than your actions
Don't forget what happened yesterday
Second-guessing God always gets you in trouble
Experience isn't always the best teacher
Learn from those who already failed
More than knowing right from wrong
Better than a safe deposit box
Don't focus on what you can't control
How can we be productive without burning out?
You follow what you prioritize
Your earthly treasures don't transfer
You will never run out of work to do
What happens when we worship productivity?
Let your life speak for itself
Productivity isn't limited to your skill set
Working for God isn't what you think
Can Jesus help us be productive practically speaking?
What kind of life can you have without faith?
The value of spiritual strength
What spiritual investments have you made?
Can you be productive spiritually?
Are you responsible for your dreams?
What do you do when God says “no”?
How do you feel about waiting?
What happens when God disappoints us?
What is the point of a miracle?
Our responsibility in success or failure
How can you be holy in every way?
Are you satisfied with your hell insurance?
Your emotions rarely make wise choices
The world's peace is a cheap counterfeit
Why do you want to be healthy?
How accountable are we for our health?
How do you feel about yourself?
How do you feel about your job?
How do you feel about the World?
How do you feel about the Church?
You have to choose an attitude
What do we do about the president?
How biblical is the Golden Rule?
Can you obey before you understand?
You get to choose your own relationships
Hurting people really do hurt people
Will what we don’t know hurt us?
God has a job to do in your life
Consequences we can’t afford to pay
You can’t be saved if you don’t know you’re lost
Your relationship with God is your choice
Choosing beans when you want steak
Your dream won't come true by itself
The danger in living without limits
Set boundaries for the fun stuff too
Be intentional about your life
What is it that only you can do?
Community is more than a social event
Wealth is dangerous without wisdom
Make inner peace your ambition
Shouldn't we value what Jesus values?
An exhausted mind makes bad choices
Can you trust your warning lights?
There's more than one way to rest
You can't destroy your health for God's glory
It’s not about being self-sufficient
It’s not about the words you pray
It’s not about just reading a book
It’s not about being a morning person
Is shunning the prodigals really the answer?
If you want God's power, you have to ask for it
Remember, God has emotions too
Will your wealth pass the test?
The most powerful weapon in your spiritual arsenal
Trust God's leading more than your plan
The spiritual gift I can guarantee you don't have
Take your sin seriously, because God does
You can't fight the undertow once you're in it
Where does your anger come from?
Should your beliefs affect your behavior?
Your words come from your heart
Spitting fire won't point anyone to Jesus
How dangerous are the words we say?
Don't let fear keep you from helping someone
Is God's mercy only needed for eternity?
The Law sets you free to follow Jesus
Can I do what is wrong and still be saved?
The difference between testing and temptation
Being "poor" is a blessing in disguise
Confidence comes from your foundation
Struggle is an opportunity for joy
Simple truth for complicated times
Apologizing when you aren’t to blame
Silence when you have something to say
Kindness when they don’t deserve it
Mercy when your feelings are hurt
Obedience when you don’t feel like it
How can you live with practical humility?
Do you know what battles to fight?
Do you know how to “pay back” your enemies?
What does true humility look like?
Being scared isn't a good enough reason
Refusing compliments doesn't make you humble
Always Peachy: Living Happy When Life Hurts
Can I have healthy self-esteem and still be humble?
Laughter is your greatest weapon
No one is entitled to a miracle
Jesus doesn’t owe you anything
How does God respond to humility?
Why do you give your sons more honor than you give me?
Is it right for you to be angry?
Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth?
God's Questions make us think about His Authority
What does the law of Moses say?
What are you doing down on your face?
Where have you come from and where are you going?
God's Questions make us think about His Plan
Was it really for me you were fasting?
Should I accept from you such offerings as these?
Why are you living in luxurious houses while my house lies in ruins?
Do you think I came to bring peace?
God's questions make us think about His Identity
Who told you that you were naked?
God's questions are about His relationship with us (and our relationship with Him)
Friends choose to show kindness
Friends show up emotionally for each other
Friends don't believe gossip or rumors
Friends will get their hands dirty
Friends don't just magically appear
You can't be friends with everyone
Friends of Jesus struggle with their sin
Your friendships will change you in some way
"Bad Company" will make it easy to compromise
Fight for your friends with forgiveness
What happens when friends fall out?
We all need friends who encourage us
We all need friends who challenge us
We all need friends who are better than us
We all needs friends who speak the truth
We all need friends to help us
Why is biblical friendship important?
Friends keep their promises to each other
Friends share sorrows with each other
Friends want the best for each other
Friendship means committing to each other
What does biblical friendship look like?
Intentional living isn't accidental
Take responsibility for what you say
Your tomorrow isn't guaranteed
We are stewards of how we live
Time spent with Jesus is never wasted
Every resource costs something
No one is required to be your friend
Is Jesus your friend or your acquaintance?
We are stewards of our Resources
Don't forget what the Good News did for you
So you've been reading these devos ... do you want to hear me talk?
Don't ignore the Temple God gave you
Your life isn't in your possessions (or it shouldn't be)
We are stewards of God's Gifts
Humans are the only Creation that choose to forget God
A surprising distinction between the Wicked and the Godly
How much do you value little birds?
Pollution is a spiritual problem
The World and Everything In It Is God's
How do you choose what you have to do?
God's gifts empower you to bless others
God expects us to care for His gifts