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.

A silhoute of Jesus hung from the cross with a sign above his head. Overlaying the image are the words "Father Forgive Them".
July 3, 2025
Father Forgive Them

Discover the depth of Jesus’ love as He prays, 'Father, forgive them,' offering grace and freedom before we even ask.

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June 26, 2025
Their Voices Prevailed

Pilate saw Jesus’ innocence but chose the crowd over truth. When standing for what’s right is costly, will we kneel before God or give in to pressure?

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June 19, 2025
For He Had Long Desired

Jesus brings people together, for some uniting them in sin, and for others uniting them in faith.

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A man in an interrogation room in an orange jumper seated with his hands cuffed together on a table while a man standing next to him is leaning towards him and speaking with his fist against the wall with the words "You Have Said So" overlaying the image.
June 12, 2025
You Have Said So

When we resist the urge to over-explain or vindicate ourselves and instead walk in quiet confidence, we mirror Christ’s trust in the Father’s sovereignty.

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June 5, 2025
We Have Heard It Ourselves

It’s tempting to pray in hopes that we get the answer we want, instead of submitting to the answer God gives. But truth doesn’t bend to our pride or preferences.

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May 29, 2025
The Lord Turned and Looked

When you've sinned, share in the grief of Jesus and let it lead you to repentance and reconciliation. Return to Him, and let your story continue in His grace.

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May 22, 2025
No More of This!

And when darkness surrounds us, when injustice seems to be winning, we can follow Jesus’ example of trusting the Father and submitting to His will.

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May 15, 2025
Rise & Pray

Prayer strengthens our resolve, reminds us of truth, re-centers our perspective, and fills us with grace to obey, even when it’s hard.

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May 8, 2025
Did You Lack Anything?

Lay down the need to understand every detail; where God is guiding you, He will provide for every need.

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May 1, 2025
When You Have Turned Again

When we stumble let us not be ashamed to return, receive God’s grace and forgiveness, and then strengthen the brethren.

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April 24, 2025
But Not So With You

Jesus calls us to lead like Him, not in pride or position, but in humility and service.

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April 17, 2025
Do This in Remembrance of Me

Jesus invites us to participate in communion not out of ritual, but out of relationship, as we remember His sacrifice until we celebrate its fullness in glory with Him.

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April 3, 2025
They Went and Found It

Walking by faith means stepping out, even when we don’t see the end result, simply because God told us to.

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March 27, 2025
Of the Twelve

Judas’ betrayal reminds us that an unchecked heart can lead to devastating consequences.

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