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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May 19, 2022
Fishers of Men

Explore Jesus' call to become fishers of men in Luke 5:10-11 and how the Holy Spirit empowers us with different methods to reach others.

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May 12, 2022
Church People

Explore Jesus' encounter with a demon-possessed man in the synagogue. A Christian devotional on Luke 4 and the nature of those in the church.

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May 5, 2022
Walking With Purpose

Stand firm in your calling despite opposition, following Jesus' example of purposeful perseverance.

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April 28, 2022
Led With Purpose

Reflect on Jesus' forty days in the wilderness in Luke 4:1-13. Discover how the Holy Spirit leads us through trials to equip us for the ministry ahead.

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April 21, 2022
Treasured Up

Explore the importance of treasuring God's movements and words in your heart, following Mary's example.

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April 14, 2022
Growing Strong in the Wilderness

Explore the spiritual significance of the wilderness through the lives of John the Baptist, Jesus, Paul, and Elijah. Discover how God prepares us in solitary places.

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April 7, 2022
Serving Through Affliction

Be encouraged to serve through your afflictions, as Zechariah did and God's promises remained true.

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March 31, 2022
A Finished Masterpiece in Progress

Understand how you are both God's masterpiece and a work in progress. A Christian devotional on Ephesians 2:10 and Philippians 1:6.

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March 24, 2022
Resist or Be Resisted

Humble yourself before God to receive His grace and resist the temptation of pride.

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March 17, 2022
Make Disciples

Study the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20. Discover why making disciples goes beyond conversion to a lifelong journey of walking with and learning from Jesus.

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March 10, 2022
Rewarded for Your Work

Take courage and remain a faithful steward of the work God has given you.

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March 3, 2022
The Painful Process of Healing

Embrace the process of healing as a season and time for everything under heaven.

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February 24, 2022
Seek & Worship

Respond to your current battles by seeking the Lord and yielding to His worship.

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February 17, 2022
Graciously Giving

Reflect on God's incredible love and provision in Romans 8:32. Learn why we can trust Him to meet our needs since He has already given us His own Son.

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