Author: Norm

The next few days our readings are lists of names. If you need more inspiration, I suggest that you also read the following passage for your personal devotions today. Psalm 23 SCRIPTURE: 1 Chronicles 5 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: The oldest son of Israel was Reuben. But since he dishonored his father by sleeping with one of his father’s concubines, his…

The next few days our readings are lists of names. If you need more inspiration, I suggest that you also read the following passage for your personal devotions today. Psalm 139 SCRIPTURE: 1 Chronicles 4 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: There was a man named Jabez who was more honorable than any of his brothers. His mother named him Jabez because his…

The next few days our readings are lists of names. If you need more inspiration, I suggest that you also read the following passage for your personal devotions today. Psalm 103 SCRIPTURE: 1 Chronicles 3 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: These are the sons of David who were born in Hebron: The oldest was Amnon, whose mother was Ahinoam from Jezreel… These…

The next few days our readings are lists of names. If you need more inspiration, I suggest that you also read the following passage for your personal devotions today. Psalm 90 SCRIPTURE: 1 Chronicles 1-2 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: The descendants of Adam were Seth, Enosh, Kenan, Mahalalel, Jared, Enoch, Methuselah, Lamech, and Noah. [1 Chronicles 1:1-4] Jesus was the son of… Kenan…

There were two chapters assigned for today. I’ve separated them into two reflections… SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 13 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Although he was crucified in weakness, he now lives by the power of God. We, too, are weak, just as Christ was, but when we deal with you we will be alive with him and will have God’s power….

There were two chapters assigned for today. I’ve separated them into two reflections… SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 12 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: I will gladly spend myself and all I have for you, even though it seems that the more I love you, the less you love me. [2 Corinthians 12:15] No one can take my life from me. I sacrifice it voluntarily….

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 11 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: But I am not surprised! Even Satan disguises himself as an angel of light. So it is no wonder that his servants also disguise themselves as servants of righteousness. In the end they will get the punishment their wicked deeds deserve. [2 Corinthians 11:14-15] For you are the children of your father the devil,…

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 10 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: When people commend themselves, it doesn’t count for much. The important thing is for the Lord to commend them. [2 Corinthians 10:18] But those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted. [Matthew 23:12] Do I feel pretty good about myself? Am I confident that I am OK? Paul…

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 9 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: As a result of your ministry, they will give glory to God. For your generosity to them and to all believers will prove that you are obedient to the Good News of Christ. And they will pray for you with deep affection because of the overflowing grace God has given to you….

SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 8 OBSERVATION/APPLICATION: Now I want you to know, dear brothers and sisters, what God in his kindness has done through the churches in Macedonia. They are being tested by many troubles, and they are very poor. But they are also filled with abundant joy, which has overflowed in rich generosity. For I can testify…