"Beginning with Moses and all the prophets, He explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning Himself," (Luke 24:27)
Introduction: This week we move forward in Joseph’s life to his years as exalted Prince and Provider of food during the famine in Egypt, and then continue to climb by faith to an even higher plane of encouragement as we … Continued
Introduction: The work of God in Jacob’s family is not limited to Jacob or his wives, or his special son Joseph. Judah was introduced last week as the one whose birth gave Leah grounds for praise to God. Even in … Continued
Introduction: We continue in our study of the earlier days of Jacob’s life, recognizing that we can understand the ‘history of Jacob’ beginning in Genesis 37:2 only if we understand the roots of God’s grace (and his need for it!), … Continued
Introduction: We marveled at the level of conflict in God’s people as we saw Joseph’s betrayal into slavery at the hands of his brothers in our VBS on the life of Joseph. We were moved by the compassion of Joseph … Continued
Introduction: In Acts 2, it is the Holy Spirit using His Word through Peter that brings many in Jerusalem to saving faith. This week we will learn that it is through God’s effectively applying His Word that He calls people … Continued
Introduction: As we study the work of God’s Spirit on the day of Pentecost in Acts 2, we want to celebrate this great day in the church’s history, by focusing not only on the salvation which flows to us through … Continued
2018 Devotions: Our study of the risen and ascended Christ continues as we focus on the book of Acts in terms of Christ’s parting ministry to His church, and His sending of the Spirit on Pentecost. Monday: read Acts … Continued
2018 Devotions in Genesis (continued): This week we conclude the life of Noah with the shameful family sin of Genesis 9:18-29. But be not discouraged: God’s plan of grace still triumphs, showing that He alone has the power to restrain … Continued
2018 Devotions in Genesis (continued): This week we will study God’s protection and care for Noah and his family after the flood. Monday: read Genesis 9:1-7. God restores creation, but with painful reminders of how the Fall has permanently … Continued
2018 Devotions in Genesis (continued): This week we will study God’s overarching grace to the world of men, stronger even than the flood. Monday: read Genesis 6:17-7:16. Sin brings back the chaos of Gen 1:2 as God justly destroys … Continued