JOHN SHIRK-The Bible tells us that without faith it is impossible to please God. With faith, we believe that God exists and that He rewards those who earnestly seek Him. Enoch serves as man of faith who pleased God. Today, we examine his faith in God.
JOHN SHIRK - Expressions of love often involve service and sacrifice. As you read this devotional, think about some ways you can reach out practically to others with the love that comes from God.
JOHN SHIRK-Comebacks in sporting events are exciting to watch. We feel like we are taking in an extraordinary moment when a team comes back to win after trailing far behind. The greatest comeback in history would have to be the resurrection of Jesus…
JOHN SHIRK - I pray that as you remember the death and resurrection of Jesus this weekend, that you will be encouraged with hope, emboldened in your faith in Jesus, and empowered with His love to live out the Gospel. I share this devotional with you in…
JOHN SHIRK -What is so amazing about God's grace? At our very lowest, in the midst of our moral depravity, God sent His Son on a rescue mission. He reached out to us when we were not reaching for Him. His love empowers us to love in ways we are not able…
JOHN SHIRK-On Palm Sunday, we remember when Jesus rode into Jerusalem on a donkey. He was hearing shouts of Hosanna as He entered the city. As we discover the meaning of "Hosanna", we learn that is a very fitting description of what Jesus has done for…
JOHN SHIRK - Can you recall a defining moment when you knew that you knew that Jesus is the Risen Savior and your only hope? Today, we recall the defining moment for one of Jesus' disciples named Thomas when he saw the evidence of God's love for him.
JOHN SHIRK-For those who follow Jesus, communion is a time to remember what Jesus did for us when He went to the cross. His body was given and His blood was poured out for the forgiveness of sins and to offer us the gift of eternal life. This is a defining…
JOHN SHIRK - By the grave site of his friend Lazarus, Jesus told his grieving sister Martha something about Himself. What Jesus said about His identity has implications for the lives of all of His followers beyond the grave.
JOHN SHIRK - After feeding the 5,000, Jesus identified Himself as the Bread of Life. Just as food is a vital need for our stomachs, Jesus is the vital need for our soul. The benefits of food are temporary, but the benefit of knowing Jesus lasts forever.
JOHN SHIRK - To the woman at the well, Jesus presented Himself as the Living Water. Just as we need physical water to live physically, so we need spiritual water to live spiritually. Need a drink? Get a taste of the Gospel right here.
