Applying the Bible

A weekly devotional designed to help you grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus Christ, through practical application of spiritual truths from God’s word.

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A man in a flannel shirt doing yardwork with a smile on his face with a thought bubble that shows a white robed figure seated in brilliant white. Overlaying the image are the words "Set Your Mind on Things That Are Above".
February 12, 2026
Set Your Mind on Things That Are Above

Raised with Christ, choose a daily heavenward focus. Learn to set your mind on what is eternal, true, and praiseworthy as your life stays hidden in Him.

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A rustic wooden table with light cast upon it from a window. On the table is a bible, a loaf of bread, and a glass cup filled with a reddish liquid, all casting a shadow upon the table. Overlaying the image are the words "Shadows & Substance".
February 5, 2026
Shadows & Substance

Christ is the substance, not legalistic shadows. Discover freedom from guilt, judgment, and self-made rules as you rest in grace and abide in Him.

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A woman dressed in a white gown with unclasped shackles and chains lying on the ground at her feet. She stands in a prison with cuffed inmates encircling her a light shines in from a barred window backlighting her. Overlaying the image are the words "From Death Row to Freedom".
January 29, 2026
From Death Row to Freedom

Dead in sin and bound for judgment, Christ canceled your debt at the cross, silenced the accuser, and calls you to walk out of guilt and shame.

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A woman looking at a Bible dressed in a white garment with her face lit by light emanating from the Bible. Around her is a city scene with motion blurred people walking around her. Overlaying the image are the words "Captivated by Christ, Not the World".
January 22, 2026
Captivated by Christ, Not the World

Guard your mind from empty deceit and worldly philosophies. Fix your focus on Christ, filled with His fullness and living under His true authority.

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An artistic swirling graphic of a tree of flowing lines representing deep roots, a trunk, branches, and leaves. Overlaying the image are the words "Rooted, Built Up, Established".
January 15, 2026
Rooted, Built Up, Established

Abide in Christ and let God root, build, and establish your faith. Walk in Him with a steady heart and overflow with daily thanksgiving.

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A bible on a table being opened by a hand. Overlaying the image are the words "Abide, Abide, Abide".
January 8, 2026
Abide, Abide, Abide

Abiding in Christ transforms how you see and love others, giving you His strength to encourage, pursue unity and guard hearts from persuasive but empty arguments.

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A top down view of two people looking at their Bibles. Overlaying the image are the words "The Hope and The Calling".
January 1, 2026
The Hope and The Calling

Abiding in Christ transforms how you see and love others, giving you His strength to encourage, pursue unity and guard hearts from persuasive but empty arguments.

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A satin red ball ornament. Overlaying the image are the words "The Greatest Christmas Gift".
December 25, 2025
The Greatest Christmas Gift

The greatest Christmas gift isn’t under the tree but in Christ Himself, God’s indescribable gift who brings salvation, lasting hope and grateful worship.

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A woman praying bedside with a scarf covering her hair. Overlaying the image are the words "I Rejoice in My Sufferings".
December 18, 2025
I Rejoice in My Sufferings

Discover how Paul could rejoice in suffering—seeing trials as gospel stewardship—and how fixing your eyes on Christ gives strength and purpose in hardship.

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A woman being wrapped in a white robe by a man clothed in a white robe. Overlaying the image are the words "Reconciled for Holiness".
December 11, 2025
Reconciled for Holiness

Once alienated and hostile, now called holy and blameless in Christ. Learn how ongoing faith, not drifting from the gospel, fuels real, everyday holiness.

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A dark red background with a subtle texture. Overlaying the image are the words "Reconciled by the Blood".
December 4, 2025
Reconciled by the Blood

Peace with God is made by Christ’s blood—receive His gift and live as ministers of reconciliation, forgiving others as you’ve been forgiven.

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Feet of a person walking on a narrow wooden pathway steping forward. Overlaying the image are the words "Walk Like Jesus Walked".
November 26, 2025
Walk Like Jesus Walked

Practical, Spirit-empowered steps to walk like Jesus: abide in the Father, love impartially, give thanks, pray, obey, serve, and trust God in suffering.

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An image of a man's hands shaping clay on a potter's wheel. Overlaying the image are the words "He Holds All Things Together".
November 20, 2025
He Holds All Things Together

When life feels like it’s falling apart, Christ holds all things together—from atoms to His Church—bringing order, unity, and peace by His sustaining power.

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An image of a man's hands using a tool to shape clay in the form of a skull. Overlaying the image are the words "Created for Him".
November 13, 2025
Created for Him

Find freedom and purpose in Christ: you were created through Him and for Him. Let His preeminence reshape your identity, worship, and daily walk.

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