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Focus On God-Promised One

December 7th, 2017 1 comment
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus is not only the most precious gift from heaven, but He was also the fulfillment of a promise. If you wonder if God's Word can be trusted, look to Jesus. He fulfilled the ancient prophecies written about Him in the Old Testament.
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Promise of Hope-God’s Guidance

December 5th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - In this world, we are not alone. God is with us to provide His grace and guide our journey of faith. Psalm 48 reveals that God is there to guide us every day. This devotional examines some of the ways in which God directs our lives with His…
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Promise Of Hope-God’s Song of Joy

December 1st, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - Here is a word of encouragement for you. The prophets describe a God who celebrates His people with music. Oftentimes, we think of God's people celebrating God with music. But in Zephaniah 3, verse 17, it's the other way around.

Focus On God-Savior Of The World

November 30th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - The Apostle John was one of many credible witnesses to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. He was convinced that Jesus is the Savior of the world, and was compelled to follow Him. This devotional highlights the fact that Jesus came to earth…

Focus On God-His Good and Perfect Gifts

November 21st, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - During this time of Thanksgiving, James 1, verse 17 is a good verse to remind us of the source of our many blessings. Be encouraged today by the good and perfect gifts provided by God's gracious hand. Happy Thanksgiving.

Focus On God-Eternal Reign

November 1st, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - Psalm 90, verse 2 tells us that God is God from everlasting to everlasting. He always was, currently is, and forever will be God. This devotional examines His eternal reign.
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Focus On God-Sympathy

October 31st, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - The shortest verse in the Bible is "Jesus wept." It is a short statement that says so much about the heart of compassion that God has for His people. He is not afraid of our grief or suffering. He can be trusted to mourn with those who mourn.…

Focus On God-Comfort Of His Love

October 30th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - The love of God is a reliable source of comfort in troubled times. His love is strong enough to save us, and His love is tender enough to hold us. This devotional examines the comfort of His love in light of Psalm 34.

Promise of Hope-Eternal Life

October 20th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - The fulfilled prophecies of Jesus reveal God's faithfulness to keep His promises. One of those promises is eternal life for believers in Christ. That means, as God is able to keep His promises, He is also able to keep us in His grace forever.

Focus On God-Constance Presence

October 19th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - If there is one truth that builds courage for our faith, it is the promise that God is with us as we follow Jesus. He is there to help us in our service. He is there to comfort us in our distress. This devotional takes a look at His constant…

Life At the Crossroads Moment-Shield of Faith

October 13th, 2017 No comments
JOHN SHIRK - Ephesians 6 reminds us that our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. The shield of faith is one piece in the armor of God that equips to stand firm in the midst of our spiritual…