If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you. – James 1:5
In Spirit and in Truth
Day 21
“But a time is coming and is already here when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit [from the heart, the inner self] and in truth; for the Father seeks such people to be His worshipers. God is spirit [the Source of life, yet invisible to mankind], and those who worship Him must worship in spirit and truth.”
– John 4:23-24
As I prepare for the Advance, I always take some time to think about the past services and the way God moved in my life. Continue reading
Facing Goliath
Day 20
“I will say unto the Lord, O my hope, and my fortress: he is my God, in Him will I trust.”
– Psalms 91:2
In the story of Goliath, Israel was in a need of a champion. As a nation, their hope for a champion rested in King Saul, Continue reading
God As My Gardener
Day 19
“I Am the Vine; you are the branches. Whoever lives in Me and I in him bears much (abundant) fruit. However, apart from Me [cut off from vital union with Me] you can do nothing.”
– John 15:5
Additional reading: John 15:1-4, 5-7
Let’s talk about how the fruit of the Spirit grows in our lives. Continue reading
Trust God To Always Be There
Day 18
“A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you, no disaster will come near your tent..”
– Psalms 91:7 & 10
Additional Reading: Hebrews 13:5, Psalms 91 (BibleGateway), Daniel 3 (BibleGateway)
This world is not perfect. One disaster seems to happen after another. Almost daily we hear about wars, the danger of nuclear weapons, chemical warfare, earthquakes, floods and other things. But in the middle of it all Continue reading
Look Up
Day 17
“Think about Jesus. He held on patiently while sinful men were doing evil things against Him. Look at Jesus’ example so that you will not get tired and stop trying.”
– Hebrews 12:3
Additional reading: Isaiah 40:28-31
Satan tries to work tiredness into our lives through all of the pressures that surround us. Continue reading
How Are You Building?
Day 16
“ I will show you what it’s like when someone comes to Me, listens to My teaching, and then follows it. It is like a person building a house who digs deep and lays the foundation on solid rock. When the floodwaters rise and break against that house, it stands firm because it is well built.”
– Luke 6:47-48
Additional reading: Psalm 119:9-12, 13-16
If you’ve ever played the game “Jenga,” you know that when you start removing the blocks at the beginning, one missing block here and there doesn’t seem to change the stability of the tower all that much. Continue reading
Be a Witness
Day 15
“Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I Am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
– Matthew 28:18-20
Additional reading: 1 Timothy 4:12
How many times have you thought about talking to your friends about Jesus, but you weren’t quite sure what to do? Continue reading
for June 21, 2026
For I will give you words and wisdom that none of your adversaries will be able to resist or contradict. – Luke 21:15
What’s in Your Name?
Day 14
“A good name is rather to be chosen than great riches, and loving favor rather than silver and gold.”
– Proverbs 22:1
When a friend, teacher, employer or coach is asked to describe who you are, what character traits do you think are associated with your name? How would you describe yourself? Continue reading