Jesus said it, three times: “It is written…” and then He quoted God’s Word. His weapon against the devil and temptation was the Word. Here is the beautiful reality that is ours by God’s grace: Jesus is the Word made flesh! He is our weapon! We are fed by Him…on Him! We read, mark, learn, and inwardly digest His Word. His Word is our Channel 1 power source for the abundant life that Jesus says He comes to give (John 10:10). Draw your Sword (the Bible) today and be encouraged as you join Pastor Fraker for this devotion.

No wise soldier would forget his/her helmet heading into battle. When it comes to the whole armor of God, Paul says our helmet is our salvation. Join Pastor Fraker today as we are encouraged to think about Christ; to think about the salvation that is ours through Him. Our salvation—freely ours in Jesus—shapes and protects our thoughts, words, and deeds.

Sermon: "A Living Sacrifice" Romans 12:1-2

Opening Hymn: "Crown Him with Many Crowns" LSB #525

Hymn of the Day: "With the Lord Begin Your Task" LSB #869

Closing Hymn: "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" LSB #649

The Bible records God’s first Words spoken at Creation: “Let there be light.” He continues to shine the light of His love in the face of Jesus Christ to us today and every day. And the Psalms sing that song! Today Pastor Fraker leads us in the exploration of powerful psalms/songs in Psalm 80, 84, and 86. As you sing, pray, and listen to God’s Word today—the light of His loving face shines on you and then through you!

No armor is complete without a shield. The whole armor of God is no exception! Join Pastor Fraker today as God’s Word further feeds and empowers our faith in Christ and His love for us!

Are you ready!? Let’s go! Where? Wherever we are sent…with the Gospel message that there is peace with God through Jesus Christ. Today Pastor Fraker’s devotion focusing on our footwear—namely, the readiness that comes to each of us because of Jesus, the Prince of Peace!

Sermon: "The Way a Person Treats a Dog" Matthew 15:21-28

Opening Hymn: "Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing" (LSB #686)

Hymn of the Day: "Just as I Am, without One Plea" (LSB #570 v.v. 1, 5, 6)

Closing Hymn: "Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing" (LSB #528 v.v. 1, 5-7)

Today, Psalm 73. If the powerful words of this song are not on your radar, they will be after spending time looking closely at these words—and singing the song of faith that God encourages us to sing to Him and to His glory! Join Pastor Fraker today as our faith is fed on this portion of the Bread of Life!

Body armor today differs greatly than what was seen in the Apostle Paul's day. But the armor of God has not changed! Join Pastor Fraker in this devotion as he looks at the first piece of the fortification that the Lord gives us so that we may stand strong in Him!

Guard your heart. Good advice and encouragement from the Apostle Paul in Ephesians. Join Pastor Fraker in this devotion time to be reminded that it is God Himself doing the guarding...having clad us with the armor of God--especially the righteousness of Christ Himself!