A Growing Seed
Mark 4:26–29 (ESV) – 26 And he said, “The kingdom of God is as if a man should scatter seed on the ground. 27 He sleeps and rises night and day, and the seed sprouts and grows; he knows not … Continue reading A Growing Seed
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Ambassadors for Christ
2 Corinthians 5:16–21 (ESV) – 16 From now on, therefore, we regard no one according to the flesh. Even though we once regarded Christ according to the flesh, we regard him thus no longer. 17 Therefore, if anyone is in … Continue reading Ambassadors for Christ
One Has Died for All
2 Corinthians 5:11–15 (ESV) – 11 Therefore, knowing the fear of the Lord, we persuade others. But what we are is known to God, and I hope it is known also to your conscience. 12 We are not commending ourselves … Continue reading One Has Died for All
May the Lord Help
Psalm 20:1–9 (ESV)1 May the LORD answer you in the day of trouble! May the name of the God of Jacob protect you!2 May he send you help from the sanctuary and give you support from Zion!3 May he remember … Continue reading May the Lord Help
Heirs with Christ
Romans 8:12–17 (ESV) – 12 So then, brothers, we are debtors, not to the flesh, to live according to the flesh. 13 For if you live according to the flesh you will die, but if by the Spirit you put … Continue reading Heirs with Christ
The Voice of the Lord
Psalm 29:1–11 (ESV)1 Ascribe to the LORD, O heavenly beings, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength.2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in the splendor of holiness.3 The voice of the LORD is … Continue reading The Voice of the Lord
Send Me!
Isaiah 6:1–8 (ESV)1 In the year that King Uzziah died I saw the Lord sitting upon a throne, high and lifted up; and the train of his robe filled the temple.2 Above him stood the seraphim. Each had six wings: … Continue reading Send Me!
The Tree of Life
Shaped by the Word is a daily, Bible-reading devotional. I do not publish supplemental material on Sundays, but I do included a suggested Scripture reading. Please be sure to subscribe to this page so you can follow along each day. … Continue reading The Tree of Life
Finally Moving
I am sorry that my posts have been a bit sporadic lately. I shared previously that Our family was in the midst of moving from Michigan to Indiana. This includes such things as job changes, selling and buying homes, packing, finishing at local schools, and spending time with friends. I am happy to report that we are nearing the end of this crazy period. We wrap up the sale of our house today and will be moving into our new home on Tuesday. There are many emotions to process, but we are happy that the end of this transition is … Continue reading Finally Moving
God Created Mankind
Shaped by the Word is a daily, Bible-reading devotional. I do not publish supplemental material on Sundays, but I do included a suggested Scripture reading. Please be sure to subscribe to this page so you can follow along each day. … Continue reading God Created Mankind
