Even before his birth the Scripture foresaw Jesus as the fulfillment of God’s mercy. Throughout his life people cried out to him to extend mercy in their pain. He was willing to do and still does it today. As recipients of that mercy, has it changed us? Jesus challenges us to make sure we are a people of mercy. From Matthew 18 & 20.

Christmas is the season we recognize God’s amazing gift of Jesus was born into our world. Jesus, our salvation, comes wrapped in love. When we’ve been transformed by that love, we also should become more loving. From John 3 and 1 John 4.

For several generations the Law of the Lord had been lost. During Josiah’s renovation of the temple it is found and read. This discovery of God’s word has an immediate impact and transformation on the nation. Does his word have the same transforming effect on our hearts? From 2 Chronicles 34.

Successive kings take Judah in the wrong direction. In several moments it appears the line of David will be snuffed out. But God never lets one of his words fall to the ground. The same is true in your life. Because of God’s faithful history, you can trust him with your life. From 2 Chronicles 21-23.

King Jehoshaphat has a heart for the Lord, but gets himself into trouble with a bad alliance. He seeks God’s help and deliverance comes. But before too long, another threat is at the door. Jehoshaphat models for us how to face overwhelming battles with the power of worship. From 2 Chronicles 17-20.

Special needs individuals can feel like there isn’t a place for them. King David reminds us why we need to give everyone a seat at the table. From 2 Samuel 9.

Life is full of hardships and Christians aren’t immune. King Abijah and Asa remind us in the midst of the troubles to call on his name for deliverance. From 2 Chronicles 13-16

As the kingdom passes from Solomon to Rehoboam, things don’t go so smoothly. Poor decisions and bad counsel lead to a civil war. Yet God isn’t limited by inept leaders. He still works out his plan for good and is still in control. From 2 Chronicles 10-11.

As Solomon constructs a beautiful temple to reflect God’s glory, he offers a prayer of dedication that trusts God will hear the prayers offered because he is a covenant-keeping God. For believers in Jesus, we have something even better than a temple. From 2 Chronicles 5-6.

As Solomon ascends the throne of David, his first act is to go to a place of worship. His heart for God then frames his request for wisdom. How does your heart for worship frame your requests of God? From 2 Chronicles 1.