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Devotional for June 28
"The LORD is close to the brokenhearted." -- Psalm 34:18 (NIV)
God does not distance Himself from pain and sorrow. Scripture repeatedly reveals His nearness to those who are hurting, discouraged, or grieving. His compassion reaches places human words often cannot.
Brokenness sometimes creates deeper awareness of God's presence. The Lord ...Read more
Meditation for June 28
"As for man, his days are like grass." -- Psalm 103:15 (NKJV)
Life passes quickly. Seasons change, years move forward, and earthly accomplishments eventually fade. Scripture encourages believers to live with eternal priorities in mind.
A proper perspective on life helps us focus on what truly matters. God's purposes endure long after earthly ...Read more
Verse for June 28
"Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid." -- Joshua 1:9 (NIV)
Courage grows from the assurance that God is present. Strength does not require the absence of uncertainty. It comes from trusting the One who goes before us. His companionship turns fear into confidence.
What is the famous passage in Philippians that exhorts believers to have the same mindset as Christ Jesus?
A) Philippians 1:1-11
B) Philippians 2:1-11
C) Philippians 3:1-11
D) Philippians 4:4-9
What is the famous passage in Mark that contains Peter's confession of Jesus as the Christ?
A) Mark 2:1-12
B) Mark 4:35-41
C) Mark 6:30-44
D) Mark 8:27-38
Devotional for June 27
"The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom." -- Proverbs 9:10 (NKJV)
True wisdom begins with reverence for God. Recognizing His holiness, authority, and goodness shapes every other part of life. Humility before Him protects against pride and foolishness.
Wisdom grows through obedience, prayer, and teachability. The Lord guides hearts ...Read more
Meditation for June 27
"He remembers that we are dust." -- Psalm 103:14 (NKJV)
Human life is fragile and temporary. God never forgets our limitations, and He deals with us accordingly. His expectations are tempered by compassion.
Recognizing our dependence upon Him encourages humility. Every day becomes an opportunity to rely more fully upon His strength.
Verse for June 27
"Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever." -- Psalm 107:1 (NIV)
Gratitude sharpens our awareness of God's enduring love. His goodness remains constant through every season. Thanksgiving helps us notice blessings that might otherwise go overlooked. A grateful heart naturally moves toward worship.
Are there steps to praying effectively?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: Public prayer seems to be more widely accepted than in past generations, but the results don’t seem too reassuring. Are there steps to praying effectively? – P.P.
A: The disciples asked Jesus to teach them to pray. We must ask God to help us pray with our hearts and minds centered on Him. This ...Read more
What is the famous passage in Second Corinthians that speaks of believers being a new creation in Christ?
A) 2 Corinthians 3:1-6
B) 2 Corinthians 4:1-6
C) 2 Corinthians 5:16-21
D) 2 Corinthians 10:1-6
What was the name of the queen who tried to kill all the prophets of the Lord?
A) Athaliah
B) Jezebel
C) Vashti
D) Esther
Commentary: Celebrating 250 years of no religious kings
On July 4, we will celebrate American independence from kings who ruled over both church and state. Two hundred and fifty years ago, the founders of this country put forward a bold and radical idea: that religious freedom is safest when the government neither controls religion nor is controlled by it.
The founders were not perfect; at the ...Read more
Devotional for June 26
"The LORD will perfect that which concerns me." -- Psalm 138:8 (NKJV)
God continues shaping the lives of His people patiently and faithfully. Spiritual growth is often gradual, involving both victories and struggles along the way. Yet His purposes never fail.
Believers can move forward confidently because their future rests in God's hands ...Read more
Meditation for June 26
"For He knows our frame." -- Psalm 103:14 (NKJV)
God understands humanity completely. He knows our strengths, weaknesses, fears, and limitations. Nothing about us surprises Him.
This knowledge should bring comfort rather than fear. The One who knows us best also loves us deeply and faithfully.
Verse for June 26
"The Lord is my refuge and my fortress." -- Psalm 91:2 (NIV)
God provides both shelter and strength. A refuge offers immediate comfort, while a fortress speaks of lasting security. In times of uncertainty, His presence becomes a dependable place of safety. Trust turns this promise into daily reassurance.
Am a carnal Christian?
From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham
Q: A friend of mine described me as a carnal Christian. I’m not sure if she was putting me down or giving me a compliment. When I asked her, she told me to look it up, and when I did, I wasn’t very encouraged. The Bible is too complicated for me to ...Read more
What is the famous passage in First Peter that calls believers to rejoice in their suffering and entrust themselves to God, who judges justly?
A) 1 Peter 1:1-12
B) 1 Peter 2:1-12
C) 1 Peter 3:1-12
D) 1 Peter 4:1-12
What was the name of Ruth's mother-in-law's hometown?
A) Bethlehem
B) Hebron
C) Nazareth
D) Jerusalem
Miami archbishop urges prayers -- and pressure -- after Supreme Court's TPS ruling
MIAMI — Miami Archbishop Thomas Wenski, local leaders and Haitian immigrants condemned a Supreme Court decision on Thursday allowing the Trump administration to end deportation protections under Temporary Protected Status for over 350,000 Haitians and Syrians.
“These are people that are very nervous. They’re nervous about having to go ...Read more
Commentary: The pulpit is just one front in the US war against women
This month in Orlando, the Southern Baptist Convention — the largest Protestant denomination in America — took its first formal step toward barring women from preaching. Almost three-quarters of the voting delegates backed it. The millions of women who fill the pews every Sunday watched their own denomination move, by supermajority, to ...Read more
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