JOHN SHIRK – This week’s Light Reflections examine some of the bright spots in the book of Acts when God was on the move in the hearts of people. One more »
JOHN SHIRK – Today’s Light Reflection is from Second Timothy 4, verses 1 to 2. The Apostle Paul was mentoring Timothy to become a thriving leader in the early church. more »
JOHN SHIRK – In the Year to Shine, today’s Vital Step to a Radiant Faith is the exercise of spiritual gifts. When God’s people serve with love and with their more »
JOHN SHIRK - God worked through the prophet Haggai to encourage the Jews to rebuild the temple. What might be accomplished through our words of encouragement today?
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional explores the question, "What is the purpose of encouragement?" We examine the life of Barnabas as an example of someone known for offering encouragement to the church.
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional explores the purpose of accountability and how God uses accountable relationships to help us to grow in our walk with God.
JOHN SHIRK-This devotional explores the question, "Why is church participation important?"
JOHN SHIRK- Relationships can sometimes be complicated. To be a helpful influence, we might need to take different approaches in relating with different kinds of people. Today's text is an example of why we need wisdom and sensitivity in our relationships.
JOHN SHIRK-The Bible tells us over and over to love one another. What does that look like? As we look at some of the other "one another" statements of the New Testament, we begin to see what genuine love looks like when these words are applied to Christian…
JOHN SHIRK - In accountable relationships, we find support for walking faithfully with God. This devotional explains why we need them, guidelines for developing them, and how they benefit our relationship with God.
JOHN SHIRK - Wholesome words build faith and character. This devotional celebrates the strengthening effect of our words when they are guided by our love for God.
