JOHN SHIRK - Some people state that Jesus never claimed to be God while He lived on the earth. That is not what His adversaries thought. The charges they leveled against Him reveal that they certainly believed Jesus claimed to be God. They did not believe…
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional explores the question, What is the significance of the number 3 in Scripture?
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus told His disciples to take the bread and cup in remembrance of Him. Today, the church continues the practice of communion in obedience to God's Word. This devotional remembers that very first communion experience the night before Jesus…
JOHN SHIRK - Before Peter denied Jesus three times, Jesus knew it would happen, and even gave Peter advanced notice. What is amazing to me is how gracious Jesus was to Peter, knowing that he would lack the courage to stand for Him the next day.
JOHN SHIRK - When Jesus was on trial, Pilate the Governor was facing tension within himself. He recognized Jesus as innocent of wrongdoing, but there was a crowd pressuring him to crucify Jesus. This devotionals highlights the moment when Pilate caved…
JOHN SHIRK - The words of the angel to the women at the empty tomb have meaning for us too. "Do not be afraid, for I know that you are looking for Jesus, who was crucified. He is not here; he has risen, just as he said." This devotional explores the meaning…
JOHN SHIRK - The text that lays the foundation for this devotional is First Corinthians 1, verse 18, "The message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God."
JOHN SHIRK - What is a Mediator, and how does it apply to the Gospel? That is what this devotional explores. I Timothy 2:5 brings us insight into the question.
JOHN SHIRK - The wonder of the cross reveals a force much stronger than nails that fastened Jesus to the tree. This devotional explores what really kept Jesus on the cross, and it may very well be the same force that draws you to Him.
JOHN SHIRK - There were some extraordinary circumstances surrounding the crucifixion of Christ. One Centurion along with those who were guarding Jesus took note of these circumstances and concluded that Jesus was not an ordinary man. Three days later,…
JOHN SHIRK - There are various definitions that people have in mind to describe the word "Love." Some people love ice cream. Some people love the weather. Others love their local church or their job. This devotional talks about the ultimate form of love,…
