Revelation 2:1–7 (ESV) — 1 “To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “ ‘I know your works, your … Continue reading Seven Churches: Ephesus
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 I do not publish supplemental material on Sundays, but I do included a suggested Scripture reading.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 Forgiving Others
Reading the Word Matthew 6:1–4 (ESV) — 1 “Beware of practicing your righteousness before other people in order to be seen by them, for then you will have no reward from your Father who is in heaven. 2 “Thus, when … Continue reading Do Not Be Like the Hypocrites
Reading the Word Matthew 5:43–48 (ESV) — 43 “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ 44 But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, … Continue reading Love Your Enemies
Due to my schedule today, I m unable to include devotional commentary. I have included today’s Scripture reading. Have a great day! Reading the Word Matthew 5:21–26 (ESV) — 21 “You have heard that it was said to those of … Continue reading Anger
Reading the Word Psalm 116:12–19 (ESV) 12 What shall I render to the Lord for all his benefits to me? 13 I will lift up the cup of salvation and call on the name of the Lord, 14 I will pay my vows to the … Continue reading Precious in the Sight of the Lord
Today’s post is part of our Psalm Saturdays series from guest blogger Robert Chamberlain. You can read his archives at www.roberlain.wordpress.com . Psalm 136:1–26 (ESV)1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever.2 Give thanks to the … Continue reading Love
Reading the Word “Better is open rebuke than hidden love.” (Proverbs 27:5, ESV) Understanding and Applying the Word How is rebuke better than hidden love? They both seem like bad things, but I would much rather not be rebuked. This … Continue reading The Rebuke of a Friend
Reading the Word Proverbs 24:17–18 (ESV)17 Do not rejoice when your enemy falls, and let not your heart be glad when he stumbles,18 lest the LORD see it and be displeased, and turn away his anger from him. Understanding and … Continue reading Do Not Rejoice When Your Enemy Falls
Reading the Word Proverbs 19:4 (ESV) 4 Wealth brings many new friends, but a poor man is deserted by his friend. Proverbs 19:6–7 (ESV) 6 Many seek the favor of a generous man, and everyone is a friend to a … Continue reading The Rich and the Poor
