Daily Devotions (Page 19)

Luke 21:25-28 “There will be signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And on the earth, nations will be in anguish, in perplexity at the roaring of the sea and the surging waves, people fainting from fear and expectation of the things coming on the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. And then they will see the Son of Man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. But when these things begin to happen,…

Mark 13:3-8 As he was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John, and Andrew asked him privately, “Tell us, when will these things happen, and what will be the sign when all these things are about to be fulfilled?” Jesus began by telling them, “Be careful that no one deceives you. Many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am he,’ and will deceive many. “Whenever you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do…

John 3:16-18 For God so loved the world that he gave his only-begotten Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish, but have eternal life. For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him. The one who believes in him is not condemned, but the one who does not believe is condemned already, because he has not believed in the name of the only-begotten Son of God.…

Isaiah 35:3-4 Strengthen the weak hands, and make the shaky knees steady. Tell those who have a fearful heart: Be strong. Do not be afraid. Look! Your God will come with a vengeance. With God’s own retribution, he will come and save you. Dear Heavenly Father, An honest assessment of ourselves should leave us with weak hands and shaky knees. Our consciences tell us that we are all accountable for everything we do and say, no matter who we are;…

Romans 15:8-13 For I am saying that Christ became a servant of those who are circumcised for the sake of God’s truth, to confirm the promises made to the patriarchs. He also did this so that the Gentiles would glorify God for his mercy, as it is written: For this reason, I will praise you among the Gentiles, and I will sing to your name. And again, it says: Rejoice, you Gentiles, with his people. And again: Praise the Lord,…

Isaiah 40:3-5 A voice is calling out: In the wilderness prepare the way for the Lord. In the wasteland, make a level highway for our God. Every valley will be raised up, and every mountain and hill will be made low. The rugged ground will become level, and the rough places will become a plain. Then the glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all flesh together will see it. Yes, the mouth of the Lord has spoken. Dear Heavenly Father, We need major…

Isaiah 11:1-5 A shoot will spring up from the stump of Jesse, and a Branch from his roots will bear fruit. The Spirit of the Lord will rest on him: the Spirit of wisdom and understanding, the Spirit of counsel and might, the Spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord. He will be delighted with the fear of the Lord. He will not judge by what he sees with his eyes, nor will he render decisions based on what he hears with…

Isaiah 40:1-2 Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. Speak to the heart of Jerusalem and call out to her. Her warfare really is over. Her guilt is fully paid for. Yes, she has received from the Lord’s hand double for all her sins. Dear Heavenly Father, You want all to know your love and comfort for your people. Our actions, words, and thoughts often cause us suffering because we offend others. Then, we deal with their retaliation, and everything spirals…

Psalm 119:130 The doorway to your words lets in light. It gives understanding to the inexperienced. Dear Heavenly Father, Thank you for these marvelous words for our meditation. We struggle in this world and, on our own, feel like we are stumbling through this life of random chaos; however, that is far from the truth. The devil, this sinful world, and a person’s sin bring disarray. Sin’s results are the chaotic attack of disease and sickness—cells gone wild in our…

Psalm 5:11-12 But let all who take refuge in you be glad. Let them sing for joy forever. You cover them with protection, so those who love your name rejoice in you. Yes, you bless the righteous, Lord. You surround them with your favor as a shield. Dear Heavenly Father, It is no secret that this world is hostile toward you and all who trust in you. It is filled with anger and darkness and lacks the peace that only you…