Category Archives: Devotions

Nativity Insights

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Arrow

Below are some interesting insights regarding the circumstances and cultural setting of Jesus’ birth. [From Kristi McLelland’s Luke in the Land Bible study.] Where to find the First Christmas story: Be encouraged, friends. “For unto us a child is born, … Continue reading →

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Wearing God’s Armor … Even at Night

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Arrow

I admit, sometimes I wake up at night with my brain stressing over problems or upcoming tasks and events. It helps to pray or recite memory verses or worship songs. These give my brain something different to focus on. But … Continue reading →

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Miracles ONLY the Messiah Could Perform

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Arrow

I love learning something new! I read the following information in a Bible study called Luke in the Land by Kristi McLelland. Kristi credited Ron Mosely, author of Yeshua: A Guide to the Real Jesus and the Original Church for … Continue reading →

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What Was Jesus Thankful For?

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Arrow

It’s Thanksgiving week! When searching for verses regarding thanks, we typically turn to the book of Psalms. David and others wrote beautiful songs of thanksgiving to God. (For examples, see Psalms 100, 103, 136, and 95:1-7.) In the gospels, we … Continue reading →

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Can Jesus Relate?

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Arrow

Sometimes I’m afraid we picture Jesus on His throne in heaven seated next to the Heavenly Father and think, “How can He possibly relate to what I’m going through?” Remember, Jesus was God in the flesh. He experienced all the … Continue reading →

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Stay the Course

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Arrow

I’ve mentioned this before, but I’ll say it again. I love fishing! Over the years, we have found “our spot” to catch fish. The problem is “our spot” can be windy at times. The goal to stay in “our spot” … Continue reading →

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Do What You Do

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Arrow

It is wonderful to see God’s people stepping up and meeting a need in an area in which they have been especially gifted. Our church recently had a family worship night in which the kids and their leaders led us … Continue reading →

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Afraid, Yet Joyful

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Arrow

Afraid . . . yet joyful. Who would this describe? A newly engaged couple? A mom-to-be? A student, on their first day of school? You, at a new job? This unique blend of descriptors is actually found in Matthew 28:8. … Continue reading →

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God Is Present and Working

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Arrow

I was enjoying my early morning walk. All was quiet. A few clouds reflected the sun that would soon peak over the horizon. A beautiful sight. Then I noticed what was missing. For the last few mornings, I could see … Continue reading →

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On Duty

Posted on October 15, 2025 by Arrow

The phrase “on duty” may conjure up images of police officers and medical workers, or, if you have a swimming pool, it may describe your designated lifeguard. In John 18, we find “the girl on duty”, one of whom I … Continue reading →

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