Devotions from Pastor RJ
All Things are Not What They Seem!
“Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord. There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off.” Proverbs 23:17-18 NIV The old saying tells us that all that glitters is not gold. How true when...
What is the Result?
“The fear of the Lord leads to life; then one rests content, untouched by trouble.” Proverbs 19:23 NIV The obvious question that will be asked about any train of thought, any truth that is taught is simply what is the result of that belief? If we choose to...
Redeemed!
“For this is what the high and exalted One says— he who lives forever, whose name is holy: “I live in a high and holy place, but also with the one who is contrite and lowly in spirit, to revive the spirit of the lowly and to revive the heart of the contrite. I will...
His Protection!
“But the Lord is faithful, and he will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one. May the Lord direct your hearts into God’s love and Christ’s perseverance.” 2 Thessalonians 3:3, 5 NIV I had never connected God’s faithfulness with his protection...
What Brings Peace to Our Lives?
“No one will be able to stand against you all the days of your life. As I was with Moses, so I will be with you; I will never leave you nor forsake you.” Joshua 1:5 NIV Resolution, problems solved are all good terms when we are considering the issues of our...
How do You Know True Love?
“Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. It always protects, always trusts, always hopes, always perseveres.” 1 Corinthians 13:6-7 NIV There are many attributes we may be looking for in people especially those people we would like to...
Praise the Lord!!
“Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth. Sing to the Lord, praise his name; proclaim his salvation day after day. For great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; he is to be feared above all gods.” Psalms 96:1-2, 4 NIV There are...
Who reigns?
“God reigns over the nations; God is seated on his holy throne. The nobles of the nations assemble as the people of the God of Abraham, for the kings of the earth belong to God; he is greatly exalted.” Psalms 47:8-9 NIV When we want something done, some...
Does Our Soul Desire the Lord?
“How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God.” Psalms 84:1-2 NIV As wonderful as the world is, it is filled with its share of disappointment,...
Remind God of His Promises.
“The Lord is the strength of his people, a fortress of salvation for his anointed one. Save your people and bless your inheritance; be their shepherd and carry them forever.” Psalms 28:8-9 NIV There is power in speaking out words of faith, words of...