Chapter 4 reminds the Romans that God’s unmerited, undeserved gift of grace comes not from adherence to the law or from our good works but rather simply in response to our abiding faith.
Read MoreThis devotional reading of Romans 5 looks at Paul’s way of harmonizing the Old Testament with the New.Please take some time to read and respond. Bless you all for participating in this process.
Read MoreThis chapter provides much fodder for contemplation, debate and discussion. It is a very strong declarative by Paul on how we should live our lives after being declared innocent or righteous by God.
Read MoreChapter 7 of Romans can be very confusing if we read selected verses out of context. Please join me as we explore issues of temptation and sinful transgressions.
Read MoreThis devotional reading looks at Chapter 8 and continues to examine how we may live a more righteous way of life, free from the constant reminders of our sinful nature.
Read MoreThis devotional reading focuses on two of the most frequently quoted verses of the entire New Testament – Romans 8:28 and Romans 8:38-39.
Read MoreThis devotional looks at Romans 9 and examines the sovereignty of God and who will be saved. Please take a moment to read and respond. I am interested in hearing your thoughts. God bless.
Read MoreThe extraordinarily good news was, and is, that every individual — Jew or Gentile — can be saved simply by his or her faith in Jesus Christ.
Read MoreIf you have ever puzzled over the apparent differences in the characterization of God in the Old Testament versus the New Testament, this devotional reading (and the series as a whole) can provide clarity and understanding.
Read MoreThe real source of strong relationships with others must start with a strong relationship with the Lord.
Read MoreI invite you to take a moment to read, reflect and reply to this devotional. It is a delicate balance between the role of the church in establishing what constitutes moral or immoral behaviors and the role of authorities in governing such behaviors.
Read MoreChapter 14 focuses on how Christians treat each other within their community of faith. In this chapter, Paul is addressing the very real human tendency to judge or criticize others, even among fellow believers.
Read MoreToday’s reading focuses on Paul’s closing comments to the Romans. Please take some time to read and reflect. Let me know your thoughts on this reading and the series.
Read MoreOur friend Tom Tatum has written another book and it inspires all of us to follow God’s calling and to reach out and share our faith.
Read MoreLife takes us down strange paths and sometimes down dark winding roads. See Jeff Buck’s compelling story of how he found the light in this reader revelation.
Read MoreOne of the most moving experiences of my life came during a professional insurance industry meeting. The experience not only reinforced my faith but also the profound value of my profession and the efforts of insurance industry sales representatives and employees.
Read MoreMany times during my life, my faith has been reinforced and God’s existence has been very real to me. The experience that set the tone for the rest of my life occurred during my adolescence and was my first real encounter with the living God. Read my story to learn more.
Read MoreOur life’s journey is sharply defined by the collection of people we encounter—especially those we ultimately consider close friends, who reflect God’s love through their loyal, supportive, and enduring friendship. Unfortunately, in today’s fast-paced mobile society we often change jobs, relocate, and lose touch with those dearest to us. After more than twenty-five years of separation from my friend Warren, God brought us back together in a way that positively impacted both of our lives.
Read MoreRead this story which helped heal my grief over a friend I thought had been lost in vain and also renewed my faith in a living God who performs miracles around the globe for all people.
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