2 Kings 4:1-7Listen to today's devotionalWhen most people think of "the lectionary," they recognize it as a schedule of readings pastors use to order weekly worship. That’s true, but the Revised Common Lectionary (RCL) also includes daily Bible readings. Each morning, I reflect on these passages and choose one to share in our daily devotional.Often, common themes emerge, almost explicitly. Today is one of those days.Psalm 53 speaks of the fool who denies...

 Psalm 53Listen to today's devotionalOn April 1st, watch what you hear and see. It could be a prank or a joke, something someone devised to make you an April Fool. Most of the antics on this day are simple and fun. And you, typically, might only fall for one or two. But don't fall for the greatest of fools' bait.Psalm 53 opens with this declaration: "Fools say in their hearts, 'There is no God.'"When you study Psalm 53, you also study Psalm 14. They're...

 Revelation 19:1-8Listen to today's devotionalBurying the alleluia is a spiritual practice that dates back to the Middle Ages. It's a simple act of worship. Or non-worship, I suppose.Typically, during Lent, the church would not sing hymns that included the word alleluia. The translation of the word is "Praise the Lord." As such, to sing or repeat it is an act of praise, worship and even joy. Lent is a more penitential season. And, when...

 Listen on SpotifyWatch on YouTube Monday: Introduction to GraceMain Passage: Luke 15:11-32 (Parable of the Prodigal Son)Reflection:Today, we begin our journey into understanding the depth of God's grace through the Parable of the Prodigal Son. This story is essential for comprehending the infinite love of God and how it calls each of us, regardless of where we find ourselves. By reflecting on the themes of "come home," we see how these two simple words...

 Joshua 4:1-13Listen to today's devotionalGod doesn't need our perfection to be God. And we know the Lord's goodness and holiness don't stand on our merit or our righteous abilities. Who God is and what God does is enough.We're used to thinking our testimonies have to recount earth-shattering, life-changing experiences. It's doesn't feel right to celebrate the small moments of peace or revelation. While there are times we move mountains with God's help,...

 Joshua 4:1-13The man showed me the picture of Earth he had carried for decades. I had seen the picture in history books and online. But this was his picture. He had been part of the space mission that first provided this image. After its success, this was a keepsake given to crew members and others involved. So, this wasn't just a picture of a historical event. This was his cherished reminder of what that day was to him. And with the picture came the...