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Many Christians have been praying for revival in our nation and our world for a long time now. We see the moral decay, oppression, self-orientation, and rejection of God that has become prevalent and wonder how much longer the Lord will restrain His judgment on us. Even in our churches we see many who concedeContinue reading “November 1: Jeremiah 27-29; Titus 3”

Enduring trials is made easier when you look forward to some result from your suffering that will make it all worthwhile. Going through a painful surgery is tolerable when you know that you will be freed from pain or regain use of part of your body. Labor is not enjoyable, but holding your baby isContinue reading “October 31: Jeremiah 24-26; Titus 2”

When you are going through trying circumstances, it can be hard to find hope. The situation might be overwhelming, and while you struggle to get through it you may not be able to see what good can be waiting ahead. This can become even worse when those whom you expected to help you have theContinue reading “October 30: Jeremiah 22-23; Titus 1”

Speaking the truth from God’s Word is always the right thing to do, but when we do there may be consequences from those who reject its authority. This can put us into uncomfortable situations, times when we question the cost of following the Lord. We know in our heart and mind that He will neverContinue reading “October 29: Jeremiah 20-21; 2 Timothy 4”

Everyone is asked at some point in their Christian life what their favorites verse in the Bible is. Some recall meaningful verses that brought them through a difficult time. Others find verses that remind us of the power of God in our lives. Your favorite verse could be one that makes a beautiful statement aboutContinue reading “October 28: Jeremiah 18-19; 2 Timothy 3”

It is tempting when confronted with someone who disagrees with you to engage in a long conversation about why their position is incorrect and why yours is so much better. Of course, the person with whom you are speaking will have a rather different perspective on the issue! You can go round and round forContinue reading “October 27: Jeremiah 15-17; 2 Timothy 2”

One of the perennial questions raised by those who follow the Lord is why those who pursue only self and sin find success while those who are faithful to God often struggle. We see this theme come back many times in the pages of the Bible, including in today’s reading. Whether a prophet, a poet,Continue reading “October 26: Jeremiah 12-14; 2 Timothy 1”

In challenging times, we appreciate words of encouragement from people whom we trust and who have served as mentors and friends to us. Timothy faced many challenges in his ministry, as evidenced by the issues Paul addresses in his letters to him, and Paul provided encouragement for him. In 1 Timothy 6:11-16 we see PaulContinue reading “October 25: Jeremiah 9-11; 1 Timothy 6”

Two days ago, we looked at the ways on which a failed leader can damage or destroy the testimony of a church or Christian organization. The seriousness of this is the reason we must be careful when choosing leaders and why Paul spends so much time talking about leadership with Timothy in his epistles. TimothyContinue reading “October 24: Jeremiah 6-8; 1 Timothy 5”

Christians often feel threatened by what is going on in the world outside the church. At various times throughout history that has been a legitimate fear, as persecution, imprisonment, and even death could be the price paid for belief in Jesus. Even when the church has not been politically threatened, there have been those outsideContinue reading “October 23: Jeremiah 3-5; 1 Timothy 4”