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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November 9, 2023

The Lamp of Your Body

If we are to love others, truly love them the way Christ loves them, then we will let our lights shine and put it on a stand to give light to all in the house.

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November 2, 2023

Something Greater than Jonah is Here

Jesus, as our living hope who died to redeem us and rose on the third day and has set us free from the captivity of our sin, is coming to take us home someday soon.

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October 26, 2023

Blessed Rather Are Those

We could be willing to listen and obey, but if we don’t open the word of God then we can’t hear Him speak to us.

The title text "Worse than the first" overlaying an image of a blonde person in a red hooded jacket writhing in agony.

October 19, 2023

Worse Than the First

The only way to be truly free is through Jesus.

The title text "Whoever Does Not Gather, Scatters" overlaying eggs in a bowl on a wooden table with additional eggs scattered outside the bowl.

October 12, 2023

Whoever Does Not Gather, Scatters

Be sure to gather with Jesus and His Church the way He designed and wills for you to.

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October 5, 2023

A Kingdom Divided

If a church is dividing within, they won’t be effective in the mission God gave them.

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September 28, 2023

Ask for the Holy Spirit

We all know we need the Holy Spirit, so take Jesus at His word in this and ask!

September 21, 2023

Persistent Prayer Changes Us

When we pray in alignment with His will we will receive, find, and the door will be opened to us.

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September 14, 2023

Lord, Teach Us to Pray

We can’t expect to instantly forgive and never have issues or feel like there’s still unforgiveness lingering, forgiveness is a journey.

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September 7, 2023

The Good Portion

Are you overwhelmed and anxious? Choose the good portion that won’t be taken from you and sit at the feet of your Savior.

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August 31, 2023

You Go and Do Likewise

When you’re seeking to love God and others, you’re denying yourself and following in the footsteps of Jesus, the One who truly has justified you.

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August 24, 2023

Do This and You Will Live

Love God and love others, but don’t just read and know this – do it and live!

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August 17, 2023

Blessed are the Eyes

We have salvation in Him and we await the day when we can see, hear, and worship Him face to face.

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August 10, 2023

Rejoice in the Holy Spirit

Even if you have nothing else in this life going for you except for knowing God, THAT is a reason to rejoice!