Living a Life Worth Living – Writings by Robin McKinley
Devotions contain short, simple teachings on a Bible verse or biblical topic. Not a sermon with an introduction, points, illustrations, and application. Much simpler than that a Devotional consists of a single truth from the Bible. One that God taught you, and you want to teach to others.
Devotions consist of advice from other Christians about living as a Christian. In the Bible, we get to read the words inspired by God.
Starting a daily quiet time practice using devotionals make for a stronger Christian. Start first with the habit of spending time daily with God.
Understood as a time set aside to devote oneself to pray, Bible study, or private worship of God. … Some Christians call this time Bible study, Quiet Time, Daily Watch, Sacred Time, or an appointment with God. All these names point us to the essential purpose of this vital time to grow closer to God.
Each post on Christian Perspectives are written for personal devotional time.
Sometimes we get in a fix that no matter what we decide, none of our choices work for us. Jacob found himself facing that very scenario. We can’t wait until life has dished us out more than we can handle. We have to trust God from the very beginning. Famine had overtaken the land and … Read more
I know for most of us, our days are filled as we try to maintain our busy schedules. We also often focus on our worries of today and the concerns for tomorrow. Maybe I shouldn’t even ask this question. But when was the last time you set your mind on the things of heaven? That … Read more
The original title I had for this devotion was “Which Side of the Line are we walking On? A more straightforward question that needs asked, Are you a friend of the world? We do have phrases that deal with lines. One is, “We must walk the line.” Another asks, “Which side of the line are … Read more
John the Baptist preached a message of repentance and forgiveness. His purpose was to be the forerunner for the Savior of the world who was Jesus. Jesus, however, went to John for him to baptize Him. Jesus neither needed forgiveness nor to repent. So, what was the significance of the baptism of Jesus? Matthew 3:16 … Read more
A benediction is a blessing and encouraging words given at the close of an event. One is usually pronounced at the dismissal of a church service. How important is a benediction to you? I think for some, it is an indication that the service is finally over. In 2 Thessalonians 3:16, Paul offered one for … Read more
The Book of Ephesians was written to the Christians in the church of Ephesus. In chapter 2, Paul reviewed the kind of lives these people lived before they found Jesus. As the chapter progresses, He explained how receiving salvation in the Lord was made easy. God saved you by his grace when you believed. And … Read more
We all have those moments when we feel we are losing ground in our spiritual walk in the Lord. The enemy will try every trick in the book to take our focus away from God. But, despite what you see, the enemy is not winning. Peter was one of Jesus’ closest friends yet he was … Read more
There is an interesting story in 1 Kings 13. It involves 2 nameless prophets. One was following the directives given by the Lord. The other, however, deceived the first by leading him to disobey God. The second prophet who was the older one told an outright lie to the first. Why? We don’t know. So … Read more
Were you ever with people that made you feel like you didn’t belong? Or maybe you gave your input on something and you were completely rejected? I’ve got to say that has happened to me occasionally through the years. It doesn’t make you feel very good about yourself, does it? Fortunately, Jesus was secure in … Read more
The average number of verses in each of the psalms is just under 17. Psalm 106, which is the one we are looking at today is longer than the average with 48 verses. It starts with these words. Praise the Lord! Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. … Read more