JOHN SHIRK - The birth of Jesus was an occasion to celebrate. We learn why in the proclamation of the angel announcing the birth of a Savior. Merry Christmas! Celebrate the Gift.
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus knew His origin, purpose, and destiny. Following Jesus will clarify the mission and meaning of our lives.
JOHN SHIRK - One of the realities of the Incarnation is that Jesus emptied Himself. He left His throne in heaven to take the nature of a servant, being made in human likeness. This devotional examines what we can learn from Jesus' example.
JOHN SHIRK - The prophet Isaiah wrote about Jesus even before His birth, identifying Him with some meaningful titles to make us aware of what Jesus will be to us when we are in relationship with Him.
JOHN SHIRK - Happy Thanksgiving from the WJTL family to you. As you celebrate Thanksgiving Day, feel free to take us along in your travels. Music is a great way to celebrate the greatness of God with a heart of gratitude.
JOHN SHIRK - The enduring love of God is a compelling reason to praise the LORD with a thankful heart. This devotional reflects on the implications of God's enduring love.
JOHN SHIRK - New life in Christ paves the way for new patterns to emerge, taking our lives in the direction of being more like Jesus. That is a pattern to celebrate with thanks to God.
JOHN SHIRK - God sees even the smallest tasks that we do with pure motives, and will reward us as He sees fit. This devotional examines the reward of extending hospitality to God's servants.
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus once said to His disciple John, "Whoever is not against you is for you." This devotional is a teachable moment for us to embrace the work of God in our lives AND believers outside our circle of connections.
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus said that the prince of this world had no hold on Him, and that Jesus was obedient to the Father. This devotional highlights how the cross and empty grave underscored the truth of those words.
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional compares the movement of God's Word to the rain cycle.