Thursday 3.16.23 1 John 2:18-29

Thursday 3.16.23 1 John 2:18-29

As we conclude the Illuminated Word podcast, we read from John's encouragement to stay faithful, to allow the Spirit to give discernment and to lead us, and to not be lead by what other's think or feel but be lead by God's Word and the Holy Spirit.

Wednesday 3/15/23 1 John 2:15-17

John reminds his readers that if our love is to emulate the Father's we cannot love the way of the world.

Tuesday 3/14/23 Walking in the Light 1 John 2:1-14

John reminds us that as we walk with the LORD, we will sin. When we sin, we have an advocate in Jesus, who is a propitiation for our sins. John points out that part of being an authentic Christian means we obey Jesus and love our brothers and sisters.

Monday 3/13/23 When we need renewal Psalm 85

The psalmist leads us through a prayer asking for spiritual renewal. Rarely do our lives follow a continual upward trajectory in our walk with Christ. We have plateaus and valleys in our faith. This psalm helps us in times when we need renewal.

Thursday 3.9.23 John 13:1-20, 34-35 The Washing of Feet

When we are called to follow Jesus, we are called to be servants. So how ironic was it that in the upper room, none of the disciples acted like servants! The only one who did was the only one in that room that could've demanded to be served. And yet, he washed their feet...