In today’s devotional we think about the power of words, both the attack and defend the faith. And we realize that sometimes we too can get swept up in argument and counter-argument and must be on our guard.

In today’s devotional we think about how the gospel sometimes got watered down and mixed around with other teachings. And we realize that there is a temptation today to do the same thing in order to make the call of Christ--that is, total surrender--an easier pill to swallow.

In today’s devotional we think about the effort and love of the Apostle Paul for people he had never personally met. And we realize that we too are called to love, pray for, and help people all around the world who need the love of Jesus in their lives.

In today’s devotional we consider the fact that we cannot add anything to the work of Christ Jesus. And yet we realize that this does not mean that we have nothing to do. Instead we must let our gratitude drive us toward maturity in our faith.

In today’s devotional we consider how the Bible sometimes can be a little jarring and confusing. And we realize that sometimes this confusion leads us to deeper and more powerful insight and action in our own lives.

In today’s devotional we consider that, while we judge other people all the time, before God, we are all the same. And we realize that the good news is that Christ also makes grace and forgiveness available to all people.

In today’s devotional we contemplate the mystery that in Jesus is found all things. All creation. Everything that ever was or will be. And we realize that in addition to creating all things, Jesus also redeems all things as well.

In today’s devotional we consider how, no matter how fractured and broken the world seems to our eyes, it is held together in Christ. And we realize that when we remember this, we can act with boldness and gratitude.

In today’s devotional we consider the fact that Jesus was more than a good man who did good things, but the source of all life and creation. And we realize that nothing anyone can do or say can stop the saving work of Jesus Christ.

In today’s devotional we think about how it makes a big difference how things are framed and phrased. And we realize that living a life of gratitude for what God has done for us means that we bear fruit in our lives that brings him glory and honor.