I think the best bit of pastoral guidance I got when I was in seminary came from Dr. Robert Lightner. He was asked about counseling people and he said that one rule he has is to never rob anyone of hope. We see that great advice worked out here in Hebrews 4. Although the readers … Continue reading Hebrews Chapter 4
Hebrews Chapter 3
I love the way today's reading in Hebrews starts out "Therefore...consider Jesus..." How much more fervent I would be in pursuing Christian maturity I thought more about Jesus. I often find myself setting my mind on things like how team U.S.A. is doing at the Olympics, or whether we are heading into another Covid lockdown, … Continue reading Hebrews Chapter 3
Hebrews Chapter 1
A new day and a new book of the Bible. Today we start the Book of Hebrews. If you haven't been following along with us as we journey from Romans to Revelation now is the time to jump in. Just start here with the Hebrews and stick with us to the end of Revelation. The … Continue reading Hebrews Chapter 1
Titus Chapter 3 and Philemon
Reminders are great! I need them all the time. I have found that I never, ever need a reminder for something that is easy or natural for me to do. I need them most when I have something unusual to do. I also need them when, to tell the truth, I have something to do … Continue reading Titus Chapter 3 and Philemon
Titus Chapter 2
The church is to be centered in Jesus and His word. In fact, the main work of the church is the to make God known through the teaching of His word. His word is not only inerrant and infallible but completely sufficient for all the church needs. Elders are to be sound in the doctrines … Continue reading Titus Chapter 2
Titus Chapter 1
Leadership counts and the Lord notices. In both 1 Timothy chapter 3 and here in Titus chapter 1 we find the character and skills the Lord is looking for in those to lead His church. The Lord pays careful attention to the leaders. In my devotional reading this morning it said this in Jeremiah 23:14, … Continue reading Titus Chapter 1
2 Timothy Chapter 4
The Lord could come for His church at any moment. So Paul urges Timothy to make the most of every opportunity and persevere no matter what. This meant that Timothy was to preach the word and endure suffering. What about you? What does it mean for you to live today as if the Lord were … Continue reading 2 Timothy Chapter 4
2 Timothy Chapter 3
"Forewarned is forearmed", so the old saying goes. In today's reading Paul forewarns Timothy about last days difficulties. He does this so that Timothy will not be shocked and dismayed by what is coming. Instead, Timothy is to strive all the more to follow Paul's teaching, conduct, and aim in life. How we need to … Continue reading 2 Timothy Chapter 3
2 Timothy Chapter 2
God blesses us with people in our lives who encourage us and challenge us to continue to faithfully follow the Him. God knows that the challenges we face can wear us down and wear us out. Even to the point where we just want to give up. Paul is the encourager and challenger in Timothy's … Continue reading 2 Timothy Chapter 2
2 Timothy Chapter 1
Everybody needs encouragement! Life is hard. Ministry is challenging. We are weak and ready to give up. Today, be reminded of all those who have worked hard for our maturity and be encouraged. If you haven't signed up yet, take a minute to subscribe to the TheoFaith YouTube channel. Just click here. https://youtu.be/-4Wc4uRvsG8 Click HERE … Continue reading 2 Timothy Chapter 1
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