JOHN SHIRK - One of the tremendous blessings of being a follower of Jesus is to be freed from condemnation-to know that our sins are forgiven and to have peace with God. This devotional examines how we can experience the blessing of God's forgiveness.
JOHN SHIRK - One of the Old Testament characters that gets my attention is Joseph. If I had gone through similar trials that Joseph experienced as a young man, I am not so sure I would have handled them with so much grace and godly character. One of the…
JOHN SHIRK - The grace of the Lord Jesus has the power to restore broken relationships. This devotional reflects on two examples from the Bible-one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament. This grace has the power to move us toward forgiveness…
JOHN SHIRK - This devotional explores some of the various spiritual blessings that we enjoy through a relationship with Jesus.
JOHN SHIRK-Are you looking for good news for today? Check out Acts 13, verses 32 and 33. That is the text for this delivery of good news.
JOHN SHIRK- While sin is a sobering reality of our lives, Jesus is the cleansing reality for our sin. As we turn to the book of I John in the Bible, we can see how confession of our sins to Him is good for the soul.
JOHN SHIRK - When we come into relationship with God, we realize how holy He is, and how unworthy we are without Christ. Jesus once pronounced blessing on those who are broken in spirit. This is a story that warns the self-confident and encourages the…
JOHN SHIRK - Today, we examine the restoration of Joseph and his brothers, which is found in the book of Genesis. With God's help, Joseph was able to put aside the hurt from his past, forgive his brothers, and treat them with respect and kindness. Through…
JOHN SHIRK- Freedom is a value highly esteemed among many Americans. Today's devotional examines what the Bible says about the real and lasting freedom that Jesus offers His followers.
JOHN SHIRK-Family reunions are special occasions of celebrating significant relationships. Sometimes, however, family members don't always get along. This family reunion brought together estranged brothers in a meaningful way, thanks to the power of forgiveness.
JOHN SHIRK-Forgiveness. We all need it, because we have all sinned. However, the Gospel gives us a message of hope to experience God's forgiveness, and to live with a thriving faith in Jesus Christ.
