JOHN SHIRK - Jesus once asked His disciples, "Who do you say I am?" That is when Simon made the great confession of his faith, and Jesus pronounced a blessing on him. "Who is Jesus?" That is the significant question for our generation just as it was when…
JOHN SHIRK - Nahum is not one of the more popularly read books of the Bible. Yet, it is in the Bible for a redemptive reason. This devotional explores how Nahum's words in the Old Testament can build up our faith in the Lord.
JOHN SHIRK - In view of God's mercy, how ought we to live? That question has an answer, which is found in Romans 12. That is the Scripture that serves as the foundation for this devotional.
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional explores the value of God's Word and the name of Jesus to our lives.
JOHN SHIRK - What are some good news stories that you have read recently? Those are the kinds of stories that we find worth sharing with others. They relate optimism, hope, and joy. In the Bible, there were four men with leprosy who were on the frontline…
JOHN SHIRK - Jesus made this claim about Himself: "I am the light of the world". This truth has a tremendous impact on His followers. This devotional examines some of the ways that His light is a source of blessing for our lives.
JOHN SHIRK - If trials are so difficult to go through, how is it that in the Bible, the book of James tells us to consider it pure joy whenever we face trials of many kinds? Hardship is normally painful, not pleasant. Maybe the opportunity for spiritual…
JOHN SHIRK - How can be an effective witness for Jesus in the world? This devotional explores some significant steps for us to take in the process of sharing the good news of Jesus with others.
JOHN SHIRK - In Psalm 139, David offered a courageous prayer for God to inspect the condition of his heart and to lead him in the way everlasting. Here, you can read the substance of his prayer and let it encourage you to make it your own prayer.
JOHN SHIRK - God's goodness left such a deep impression on David that it affected how he would use music to glorify God. Today, songwriters and singers continue to write and record songs that bring us into a place of worship at the thought of God's amazing…
JOHN SHIRK - How can we draw near to God? James 4 offers wisdom for taking steps that bring us into a more intimate relationship with God. This devotional explores some of those steps.
