Read Genesis 12:7 and Hebrews 11:8 When God called Abraham to leave his country, his people and his father’s house behind, he was 75 years old. He was a man who had a wife, possessions, a trade. He had created a life for himself. Certainly, Abraham had a daily routine and a way of life… Read More »
Peter Sermon Devotions – Week 5
The following is a great devotional by Ray Stedman I ran across I think really hits at the heart of the sermon from this past Sunday. The Test of Faith Read the Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:3-13 Here is a trustworthy saying: If we died with him, we will also live with him; if we endure,… Read More »
Peter Sermon Devotions – Week 4
“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” Proverbs 4:23 (NIV) THIS IS NECESSARY FOR AT LEAST THREE REASONS: 1. Hearts are extremely Valuable. We don’t guard worthless things. I put my garbage out at the end of our driveway on Wednesday nights. On Thursday morning it is picked up… Read More »
Peter Sermon Devotions – Week 3
COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING SENTENCES: *Think about all of the people that have encouraged, taught, corrected, and influenced you in the church. Who are your top two? *What is your all-time favorite song from church? *What was your favorite Bible study you have ever been in? *What was the best sermon that you remember from church?… Read More »
Peter Sermon Devotions – Week 2
“Edge of the Boat” Matthew 14:22-33 But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid”. “Lord, if it’s you”, Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water”. “Come”, he said. Peter looks over the edge of the boat and pauses. What will he do? Did he take… Read More »
Peter Sermon Devotions – Week 1
Sidetracked, detoured, and distracted… We all seem to lose our way from time to time, but it should be a short trip back to what God has for you. We might stumble but are always learning and growing in our obedience. James tells us: For if anyone is a hearer of the word and not… Read More »