Some things have to die before they can really live. Death is the saddest reality of living in a fallen, cursed world. But just as a dead seed brings life again once it is planted in the ground, those who are in Christ will live forever.

Bible Reading: Ezekiel 37-42

Scripture Verse of the Day: Ezekiel 37:3

Sometimes the struggles in this life make it hard for us to see the spiritual reality of God's presence in our lives. Don't be deceived. God is so much greater than any box we put Him in.

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 6-10

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Kings 6:16

It can be confusing to know which way is right unless our plumb line is the word of God. No matter how many times a culture changes its standards, God's standards remain the same.

Bible Reading: Leviticus 17-20

Scripture Verse of the Day: Lev. 18:22

Being gentle with others cares demonstrates care for their souls.

Bible Reading: Phil. 3-4

Scripture Verse of the Day: Philippians 4:5

We are set up to fail by this culture that encourages us to pursue a perfect life here on earth. Just as Christ suffered, so will we. But those who suffer for Christ will have an eternal reward that is vastly superior to any reward here on this earth.

Bible Reading: Luke 23-24

Scripture Verse of the Day: Luke 23:31

When we feel dragged down by the world, getting into God's word heals our wayward hearts.

Bible Reading: Proverbs 7-8

Scripture Verse of the Day: Proverbs 7:1-2

We want judgment for those who have harmed us or others we care about yet want grace for our own sins. When it seems like people get away with sin, we remember that we did, too.

Bible Reading: Psalms 74-76

Scripture Verse of the Day: Psalm 76:8-9

When we feel broken and hard-hearted, hard hearts don't have to stay that way. Renewal is a prayer away.

Bible Reading: Ezekiel 31-36

Scripture Verse of the Day: Ezekiel 36:26

When tragedy strikes, we can still have peace. All does not have to be well with us for it to be well with our soul. The goodness of God makes our souls well when life is hard.

Bible Reading: 2 Kings 1-5

Scripture Verse of the Day: 2 Kings 4:26

Sins are costly and need to be covered. Making excuses for sins or trying to be our own god will not pay our sin debt. Only One can.

Bible Reading: Leviticus 13-16

Scripture Verse of the Day: Leviticus 16:16