The letters to seven churches continue in chapter 3 with messages from the risen Lord for the congregations in Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Each of these final three letters follows a pattern similar to those found in chapter 2. Sardis…
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Praise and Prayer Update (September 10, 2026)
In my devotional reading this morning, I was reminded of the importance of having others pray for us. In 2 Corinthians 1:11, Paul writes, "You also must help us by prayer, so that many will give thanks on our behalf…
Tuesdays in Revelation (Chapter 2)
In Revelation 2, John records messages to four of the seven churches mentioned by Jesus in 1:11: Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira. What Jesus says to them is highly relevant to what we need to hear today.
Tuesdays in Revelation (Chapter 1)
Today, we launch into a series of weekly posts on the book of Revelation. Chapter 1 opens with a promised blessing and a stunning vision of the resurrected Lord Jesus.
Revelation: Battleground or Blessing?
It’s easy to see why people associate Revelation with “battle.” The book gives a graphic portrayal of an epic, global clash of kingdoms. But there’s another reason Revelation gets linked to battles. More than any other book in the Bible, Revelation has become a battleground for conflicting interpretations. So how can this book be a blessing for all of us?
Coming in September: Tuesdays in Revelation
Many Christians find the book of Revelation both fascinating and frustrating. Fascinating to read; frustrating to understand. Here's an invitation to dig in deeper to understand and apply the message of this powerful, prophetic book.
Summer Tuesdays with Haggai (Chapter 2)
Ever feel that what you are doing for God is small and insignificant? If so, you'll want to hear God's encouraging word from Haggai 2.
Summer Tuesdays with Haggai (Chapter 1)
Most of us wrestle with keeping our priorities aligned with God's priorities. That's why we need to hear the message God gives us in Haggai chapter 1.
Abide
We came home from our road trip to massive weeds in our gardens. But we also came home to a happy surprise….
New Resource: Free Zechariah eBook
If you asked serious readers of Scripture to list books in the Bible they find hardest to understand, the Old Testament book of Zechariah would make the shortlist for many. That's why we are offering this free eBook to help you understand and apply the book of Zechariah.