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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Devotional title text of "God With Us" overlaying a multicolored watercolor of two hands reaching towards each other and the pointer fingers touching.
December 22, 2022
God is With Us

Reflect on the comforting truth of 'Immanuel'—God with us—through the story of Jesus calming the storm in Luke 8:23-24. Trust Him even in the silence.

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The devotional title text of "When in Danger" overlaying a stormy ocean horizon with a boat in the midst of waves and a red, cloudy sky.
December 15, 2022
When in Danger

Analyze where you turn first in times of trouble to reveal where your true trust lies.

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The devotional title text of "Jesus' Directions" overlaying the backside of a little boy in a blue and black jacket holding a map up.
December 8, 2022
Jesus' Directions

Explore the importance of step-by-step obedience in Luke 8:22. Discover how trusting Jesus with the destination starts with simply getting in the boat.

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Devotional title text "How You Hear" overlaying a man in a red hoodie sweatshirt holding his hand up to his ear while looking up.
December 1, 2022
How You Hear

Analyze Jesus' warning in Luke 8:16-18 about how we receive and display the Word of God. Discover the spiritual accountability that comes with hearing the Truth.

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November 23, 2022
Sowing Seeds

Be a faithful and bountiful sower of God's Word in the lives of others.

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The devotional title text of "Heart Soil" overlaying a brick red background with four hearts. In the first heart is a bird eating a seed. In the second heart is a rocky ground with a dying plant growing out of it. In the third heart is wheat growing through thorns. In the fourth heart is a dark, rich soil with a green seedling growing in it.
November 17, 2022
Heart Soil

Explore the Parable of the Sower in Luke 8:5-8 and what the four types of soil reveal about the state of our hearts. Is your heart good soil for God's Word?

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The devotional title text of "Some Women" overlaying a beach landscape with the backside of three women holding their hands up high in the air together, all wearing black leggings, white tunic shirts, and blue jean jackets.
November 10, 2022
Some Women

Celebrating the faithful service and stewardship of the women who followed Jesus.

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Devotional title text of "Go in Peace" overlaying a black background with a dandelion flower and several petals of the flower blowing in the wind.
November 3, 2022
Go In Peace

Witness the public forgiveness of a woman with many sins in Luke 7:47-50. Discover how Jesus' complete forgiveness offers us true peace, regardless of our past.

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The devotional title text of "Judging Rightly" overlaying a statue of Lady Justice (blindfolded and holding scales).
October 27, 2022
Judging Rightly

Explore the encounter between Jesus, Simon the Pharisee, and the sinful woman in Luke 7:39-47. Discover why those forgiven much love much.

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October 20, 2022
Complete Adoration

Witness the radical worship of the woman who anointed Jesus' feet with her tears and ointment. A Christian devotional on Luke 7:36-39.

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October 13, 2022
Respond with Repentance

Don't reject God's purpose for your life—respond with repentance and declare Him just.

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October 6, 2022
When God Answers

Trust God's guidance even when His answers aren't what you expected.

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September 29, 2022
Compassion on Others

Understand how Jesus' compassion is an active verb that leads to restoration. A Christian devotional on Luke 7:12-15.

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Devotional title text "Making Jesus Marvel" overlaying a little boy with a marveled look on his face holding an open bible in his hands with a black background.
September 22, 2022
Making Jesus Marvel

Explore the remarkable faith of the Roman centurion in Luke 7:1-10. Discover how humility and a recognition of Jesus' authority can make the Savior marvel.

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