by Jon Walden | Jul 14, 2011 | Devotions
For many who have lost their jobs or who don’t earn enough to live on, debt has become a harsh reality. So much so, that they are afraid to even think about their situation. But burying your head in the sand isn’t the answer. With...
by Jon Walden | Jul 13, 2011 | Devotions
The Bible says, ‘Having then gifts differing according to the grace that is given to us, let us use them’ (Romans 12:6 NKJV). God has ‘graced’ you to do certain things well. Now, that doesn’t mean doors will automatically...
by Jon Walden | Jul 12, 2011 | Devotions
Are you in the dark about the direction God seems to be leading you? The choice to do His will before we know the specifics, develops trust of His character. This is where many people get into a battle of wills, wanting Him to reveal His plan first. ...
by Jon Walden | Jul 11, 2011 | Devotions
On life’s road, crucial decisions are like intersections that call for a choice of direction. If we barrel through without seeking the mind of Christ, the road we pick may lead to regret and heartache. Although the Lord is ready and willing to offer clear...
by Jon Walden | Jul 8, 2011 | Devotions
At the ripe old age of eighty-five, Caleb said to Joshua, ‘the Lord has kept me alive, just as my strength was then, so now is my strength for war, give me this mountain of which the Lord spoke in that day. And Joshua blessed him, and gave Hebron to Caleb...
by Jon Walden | Jul 7, 2011 | Devotions
Let’s break this Scripture down: ‘Surely goodness and mercy.’ People may disappoint you, but God’s goodness and mercy are sure things! ‘With [God] there is never the slightest variation or shadow of inconsistency’ (James...
by Jon Walden | Jul 6, 2011 | Devotions
In Ancient Greek marathons a torch was handed to each runner at the starting line. To win, they had to cross the finish line with their torch still burning. What a picture! ‘unto whomsoever much is given, of him shall be much required’ (Luke 12:48...
by Jon Walden | Jul 5, 2011 | Devotions
When gold is refined over extreme heat the first thing to come to the surface is dross. The next thing to be separated from it is silver, a less precious metal that blends with the raw gold ore. There is an important lesson here. Most of us are unable to...
by Jon Walden | Jul 1, 2011 | Devotions
Sometimes we defend our lack of love, kindness, gentleness, patience, and all those other ‘fruits of the spirit,’ in the name of productivity and hard work. But we can’t square it with Christ’s teachings. He said, ‘whatever...
by Jon Walden | Jun 28, 2011 | Devotions
We all worry from time to time, but wise people have learned to avoid over-anxiety by following these guidelines.(1) Define the situation clearly. What exactly is it you are worrying about? Be specific. Often when we take time to clarify the problem, a way...
by Jon Walden | Jun 27, 2011 | Devotions
Your obituary says a lot about you. King Saul’s last words were: ‘I have played the fool'(1 Samuel 26:21 NKJV). Israel’s first king was destined for greatness until he decided to do things his own way instead of God’s way.When the...
by Jon Walden | Jun 24, 2011 | Devotions
One of the great benefits of finding and fulfilling your life’s calling is that it settles the question of what constitutes true success. Many of us have a faulty definition. We have bought into the idea that success is measured by how well we do...
by Jon Walden | Jun 21, 2011 | Devotions
To be used by God, you must wear the two coats Joseph wore namely, those of favor and integrity.First, the coat of favor. ‘Now [Jacob] loved Joseph and he made him a coat of many colors’ (Genesis 37:3 KJV).Like Joseph’s multicolored coat, the favor...
by Jon Walden | Jun 16, 2011 | Devotions
Do you remember your school days? When you were being tested the teacher was silent.The Bible says: ‘Jesus made his disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him. When evening came, the boat was in the middle of the lake, and He saw the...
by Jon Walden | Jun 14, 2011 | Devotions
One child complains about the other: ‘Mom, he hit me!’ She’s convinced it’s her brother’s fault, that he ought to be punished, that she should have Mom’s sympathy and be absolved of all responsibility. But her brother is...
