JOHN SHIRK - As we approach the Fourth of July weekend, here are some thoughts about freedoms and liberty. Jesus addressed this theme in John chapter 8.
JOHN SHIRK - The Apostle Paul gives us a reference point that proves God's love-the cross. In reflecting on God's abounding love for us, he said, "If God is for us, who can be against us?" Despite our sin, God did not abandon us, but pursued us with great…
JOHN SHIRK - In Jesus Christ, we have a great and merciful high priest. He is uniquely qualified to save us from our sins and help us in times of weakness. His ministry as high priest to strengthen our faith is ongoing.
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-One way of sharing the Gospel is to simply note specific ways that Jesus has touched our lives. An example of this approach is found in John chapter 9 when a man blind from birth was given vision. His healing came from Jesus, and he openly…
JOHN SHIRK - It does not require an educational degree or taking a Bible class to be an effective witness for Jesus. What counts is that we have a relationship with Christ, and express our faith with the precious souls that God has placed in our lives.…
JOHN SHIRK - Where do we seek fulfillment in our lives? Blaise Pascal has said, "There is a God-shaped vacuum in the heart of every man which cannot be filled by any created thing, but only by God, the Creator, made known through Jesus." This devotional…
JOHN SHIRK - Sometimes, someone with a hardened heart may change their mind about God and become a follower of Jesus. Paul was such a man in the New Testament. His dramatic U-turn to Christ involved a new ambition to honor Christ and serve God's people.…
JOHN SHIRK - The grace of God. How can we measure its value? Priceless, yet a gift given freely. This devotional examines some of the ways that God expresses His graciousness to us.
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.
JOHN SHIRK-Many families observe the tradition of gift giving, but the greatest gift of all was provided for us on that first Christmas morning, 2,000 years ago before we were even born.
