Send to Kindle July 13th, 2023 Scripture He lifts the poor from the dust and the needy from the garbage dump. He sets them among princes, placing them in seats of honor. – 1 Samuel 2:8 NLT Devotion The first and second chapters of 1 Samuel tell the story of Hannah. Chapter 1 tells us that… Continue reading Verse of the Day and Devotion 7/13/2023
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Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 7/10/2023
by Jim Hughes Ps. 66:16-19 Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will tell you what he did for me. For I cried out to him for help, praising him as I spoke. If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, my LORD would not have listened. But… Continue reading Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 7/10/2023
Verse of the Day and Devotion 7/6/2023
Send to Kindle July 6th, 2023 Scripture But Paul told the army officer and the other soldiers, “If these men do not stay in the ship, you will lose all hope of survival.” – Acts 27:31 ERV Devotion Several days of torrential rain, wind and waves had passed over the Alexandrian ship in which Paul and… Continue reading Verse of the Day and Devotion 7/6/2023
Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 7/3/2023
by Jim Hughes Ps. 66:18 If I had not confessed the sin in my heart, my Lord would not have listened. But God did listen! He paid attention to my prayer. God always hears the confession of a sincere soul. He lovingly waits for us to confess our sin. He longs for us… Continue reading Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 7/3/2023
Verse of the Day and Devotion 6/29/2023
Send to Kindle June 29th, 2023 Scripture Now God had caused the official to show favor and compassion to Daniel. – Daniel 1:9 NIV Devotion Daniel is a good example of what the favor of God can accomplish. Daniel was one of the young men of Judah’s royal family and other noble families who had… Continue reading Verse of the Day and Devotion 6/29/2023
Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/26/2023
by Jim Hughes Ps. 66:16 Come and listen, all you who fear God, and I will tell you what he did for me. Dear friend, may I take the liberty today to tell you what the Lord has done for me? The Lord refused to give up on me. He pursued me and… Continue reading Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/26/2023
Verse of the Day and Devotional 6/22/2023
Send to Kindle June 22nd, 2023 Scripture Since the day we heard these things about you, we have continued praying for you. This is what we pray: That God will make you completely sure of what he wants by giving you all the wisdom and spiritual understanding you need; that this will help you live… Continue reading Verse of the Day and Devotional 6/22/2023
Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/19/2023
by Jim Hughes Ps. 62:1-2 I wait quietly before God, for my salvation comes from him. He alone is my rock and my salvation, my fortress where I will never be shaken. When was the last time you waited quietly before God? If you are honest, it’s probably been awhile. Most of our… Continue reading Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/19/2023
Verse of the Day and Devotional 6/8/2023
Send to Kindle June 8th, 2023 Scripture Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep His commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind. – Ecclesiastes 12:13 NIV Devotion What’s it all about, in the final analysis? What’s the meaning and purpose of life when you get… Continue reading Verse of the Day and Devotional 6/8/2023
Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/5/2023
by Jim Hughes Ps. 56:3-4 But when I am afraid, I put my trust in you. O God, I praise your Word. I trust in God, so why should I be afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? Fear is something that is common to man. All of us are afraid of… Continue reading Weekly Devotional: Gems from Pastor Jim 6/5/2023