Scripture Reading — John 10:1-21 “I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep.”— John 10:11In this passage Jesus refers to his upcoming death to save all who will believe in him. Here he is talking to the Pharisees and to others listening in. Jes
Scripture Reading — John 4:39-42 Many of the Samaritans from that town believed in him because of the woman’s testimony. . . .— John 4:39The Samaritan woman who had met Jesus at the well (John 4:1-30) ran back to her town and informed everyone that Jesus had told her everythin
Scripture Reading — John 3:1-15 He came to Jesus at night. . . .— John 3:2Many people have wondered and speculated about why Nicodemus went to Jesus at night. Nicodemus was a Pharisee and a member of the ruling religious council, which was often opposed to Jesus. Was Nicodemus
Scripture Reading — Luke 10:1-20 The Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them two by two ahead of him. . . .— Luke 10:1In my first job as a teenager, I picked raspberries at a farm in Washington State. I can’t say it was my favorite job ever, but it gave me something to
Scripture Reading — Romans 12:1 I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship.— Romans 12:1At times I have struggled with trusting God to direct and control my
Scripture Reading — Psalm 90:12 Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.— Psalm 90:12At times in the past I have been consumed by the busyness of life. And I am thankful that Psalm 90:12 has often turned me around to see the wisdom of stewarding the tim
Scripture Reading — 2 Corinthians 5:17 If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!— 2 Corinthians 5:17I recall times when I struggled with insecurity and uncertainty about who I was meant to be. And in moments like that 2 Corinthians 5
Scripture Reading — Exodus 20:8-10 “Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is a sabbath to the Lord your God.”— Exodus 20:8-10I recall a time when I neglected rest and found myself overwhelmed by busyness
Scripture Reading — Psalm 119:105 Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.— Psalm 119:105Have you discovered the profound impact of studying God’s Word? In my youth, I often underestimated its importance, seeing Bible study as merely a religious duty. But then came
Scripture Reading — Philippians 4:6-7 Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.— Philippians 4:6When I was younger, I was often consumed by worry. Whether it had to do with school, relatio
Scripture Reading — Proverbs 15:22 Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.— Proverbs 15:22When I was younger, I often thought I could handle everything on my own. It wasn’t until I met a man with a wealth of experience that I began to understand th
Scripture Reading — 1 Thessalonians 5:18 Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.— 1 Thessalonians 5:18I remember a time when my job was stressful, my relationships were strained, and I felt overwhelmed. During that time, a mentor advis