Devotions

Peter was therefore kept in prison, but constant prayer was offered to God for him by the church. Acts 12:5 The early believers in the book of Acts really knew how to release resurrection power. If you doubt it, read what they did when Herod (after murdering the...

"Do not be so deceived and misled! Evil companionships (communion, associations) corrupt and deprave good manners and morals and character" (1 Cor. 15:33 AMP). Natural man cannot understand Christians. Unbelievers say we are funny, funky, far-out, messed up,...

"Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord, and in the power of his might." (Eph. 6:10) God tells us to be strong in the Lord. This word "strong" means to empower, to enable and to increase in strength. We are built up in strength through our relationship with...

For ever, O Lord, thy word is settled in heaven. (Ps. 119:89)I like to say, "Himself took my infirmities (as though I were the only person in the world) and Himself bare my sicknesses." That means it's the will of God to heal me and for me to have what Jesus...

"And he said unto them, When ye pray, say, Our Father which art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth" (Luke 11:2). Notice what Jesus said: "Thy will be done, as in heaven, so in earth." In other words, God's...

"And my God shall supply all your need..." (Phil. 4:19 NKJV). In researching particular verses, we notice that certain words have the great possibility of further augmentation. One such case is the word supply here in Philippians 4:19: "And my God shall supply all...

"Bless them that curse you, and pray for them which despitefully use you" (Luke 6:28). QUESTION: Do you have any suggestions about how to maintain a godly attitude toward people who falsely accuse you and constantly cause problems? ANSWER: You have to walk in love...

"And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature. And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any...

"Is any one among you afflicted, ill-treated, suffering evil? He should pray" (James 5:13 AMP). The Greek word translated afflicted doesn't mean the result of sickness and disease. It means "troubled." If you're in trouble, you need to pray. That's what the Word...

For many, the vast majority of their time with God is in a public setting — either in church, Bible study, or prayer meetings. However, we need as much substance beneath the surface of our lives as we have above the surface. Deep roots create stability and...