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One of the questions that haunts many Christians is “Can God ever forgive me for what I’ve done?” We know theologically that all our sins are forgiven through Jesus, and we believe that when we came to Christ our slate was wiped clean through His blood. It’s just hard to believe that when we sinContinue reading “December 11: Hosea 9-11; Revelation 3”

When someone who claims to have grown up in a Christian household, especially a conservative or fundamentalist one, announces they have abandoned the faith, it makes headlines. The world likes to celebrate those who reject Christ and embrace the ways of the world. Their story becomes one that is said to show how a personContinue reading “December 10: Hosea 5-8; Revelation 2”

One of the most heartbreaking stories in the Bible is the family life of the prophet Hosea. He was directed by God to marry Gomer, and he carried out the Lord’s command. We don’t know if Gomer began her marriage as a faithful wife, but we do see that she quickly began to cheat onContinue reading “December 9: Hosea 1-4; Revelation 1”

It is easy to be prepared to face opposition when it comes from the outside. Whether it is an individual dispute, two organizations with opposing goals, political parties with divergent agendas, or religions with different beliefs, it is easier to hold our ground when we see the opposition coming. It could be obvious if twoContinue reading “December 8: Daniel 11-12; Jude”

Recognition is something that nearly everyone craves. People like to have their efforts acknowledged by others, to have their gifts and skills noted, and to hear praise from other people. This can be a two-edged sword; some seek to be recognized for doing good, while others will ruthlessly push to be honored even if thatContinue reading “December 7: Daniel 8-10; 3 John”

The world is a challenging place for Christians to live. The simple act of living for Jesus will be criticized by those around us who live for themselves. The standards of God’s Word will be opposed by the standards of individuals living out their own desires. Proclaiming Jesus as the one way to heaven willContinue reading “December 6: Daniel 5-7; 2 John”

If there is an element that is highly praised by people everywhere yet in short supply in our modern world, it would be love. Love is the subject of poems, songs, books, and movies, and seems to be an obsession of many. Love is what so many look for but fail to find as theyContinue reading “December 5: Daniel 3-4; 1 John 5”

Christians are called to live for Jesus as part of His kingdom while remaining in the world with all its temptations and trials. It’s easy to live for Jesus when we are surrounded by fellow believers who share our beliefs and agree with our way of life. Part of the joy we find in comingContinue reading “December 4: Daniel 1-2; 1 John 4”

Whenever there is a dispute in the church, people can be tempted to react the same way they would in a secular organization. Feelings are hurt, insults are traded, plans are made to get what we want at the expense of others. The reaction of even Christians to conflict is a reminder that we allContinue reading “December 3: Ezekiel 47-48; 1 John 3”

Every believer knows that our goal in following Jesus is to remain faithful to Him and never sin. We also know that despite our intentions and efforts we still sin on occasion. As Christians, sin grieves our hearts, and we know that it disrupts our relationship with God and pulls our attention to earthly matters.Continue reading “December 2: Ezekiel 45-46; 1 John 2”