Tag Devotion

In One Ear and Out the Other: When the Word Never Reaches the Heart

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A powerful reminder that true transformation comes not from merely hearing the Word of God, but from living it out. This article challenges us to move beyond intellectual agreement to heartfelt obedience, allowing God’s Word to penetrate deeply and bring lasting change.… Read the rest

Snowmageddon and the Storms We Create: When the World Mobilizes and the Church Retreats

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As Snowmageddon approaches, while the world mobilizes for potential hardship, the church chooses to cancel services, highlighting a contrast in responses. This reveals a deeper issue in ecclesiology, suggesting that worship should remain constant regardless of circumstances. The church’s retreat amidst a storm questions its commitment to its mission, calling… Read the rest

I Surrender All: A Devotional for Easter

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The words of the hymn I Surrender All resonate deeply with the journey of faith. Written in 1896 by Judson W. Van DeVenter, this hymn emerged from a pivotal moment in his life. Van DeVenter, an accomplished artist, found himself torn between pursuing a career in the arts or stepping … Read the rest