Tag: humble

Saturday’s Soldiers Devotional – Plus-“Honor” – 03/09/2024

March 9, 2024

Everyone no matter what they claim desires to be honored. They either want to be recognized for individual accomplishments or for a group/team/unit achievement. In the military, we had badges and ribbons for all sorts of individual achievements honors, and quite a few for the unit as well. An individual soldier and especially a good … More Saturday’s Soldiers Devotional – Plus-“Honor” – 03/09/2024

Devotional Thought – “Jesus did/said What😕?” – 02/13/2024

February 14, 2024

*Internet issues again so delayed posting As everyone who reads these posts or knows me personally, I am a H U G E advocate of CONTEXT is everything, especially when one is showcasing scripture. You also know I had no interest in the Super Bowl or most professional sports at all. So when a friend … More Devotional Thought – “Jesus did/said What😕?” – 02/13/2024

Friday’s Feature Quote -Plus- 12/08/2023

December 8, 2023

Jeremiah 14:1–15:21, Romans 1:1–17, Proverbs 15:1–33 It’s dangerous when we feel entitled. We may come to believe our communities are righteous while all those outside are not. This can even take place inside our faith communities—popularity or various achievements can create subtle feelings of superiority. We begin to believe it’s something we’ve done that brings … More Friday’s Feature Quote -Plus- 12/08/2023

National Day of Prayer – Plus Other Interesting Reads – 05/04/2023

May 4, 2023

2 CHRONICLES 7 Chapter CONTEXT from MHCC: In this chapter we have God’s answer to Solomon’s prayer. I. His public answer by fire from heaven, which consumed the sacrifices (v. 1), with which the priests and people were much affected (v. 2, 3). By that token of God’s acceptance they were encouraged to continue the … More National Day of Prayer – Plus Other Interesting Reads – 05/04/2023

Devotional Thought for Today – 10/25/2022

October 25, 2022

Matthew 5:1-12 CONTEXT from BibleRef.org: Matthew 5 begins what is known as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. The size of the crowds following Jesus by this point in His ministry has become massive. People come from great distances in every direction to see His miracles of healing and hear His compelling teaching. The crowd includes … More Devotional Thought for Today – 10/25/2022

Devotional Thought for Today – 03/29/2022

March 29, 2022

CONTEXT: This verse confirms three things, first Jesus was sinless, an unblemished sacrifice. Second that only through Christ the Holy unblemished sacrifice can a man be reconciled to God. Third Christ was a willing (and therefore) humble sacrifice. Servanthood: Humility in Action “‘Whoever wishes to become great among you shall be your servant, and whoever … More Devotional Thought for Today – 03/29/2022

Devotional Thought for Today – 08/12/21

August 12, 2021

JAMES 4:6 CONTEXT: Chapter 4 continues where 3 leaves off, reminding the reader that seeking after self, worldly gains, and wisdom will only lead to conflict within the church and their personal lives. Matthew Henry divides it as follows: Here are cautions against corrupt affections, and love of this world, which is enmity to God. … More Devotional Thought for Today – 08/12/21

Devotional Thought for Today – 05/04/2021

May 4, 2021

2 Chronicles 7 As always context is here is so important. The immediate context of v.14 tells us that King Solomon has finished the Temple and the fact that God will send judgment upon the land in the form of drought, locusts, or pestilence for their disobedience. God hears Solomon’s prayer but gives him this dire warning … More Devotional Thought for Today – 05/04/2021