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Purpose & calling

63 pieces · 41 devotions

There is a 21-day plan on this subject — Purpose & calling

Proverbs 31
Proverbs 31. This chapter instantly recalls countless Mother’s Day sermons we all have heard throughout the years. This is an interesting chapter, especially…
Patrick Cunningham · 2010
Luke 1:26-38
The Promised Child
Now in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city in Galilee, called Nazareth...
2010
Ephesians 3:20
Vessels of Power
His true strength will always be greater than you imagined. How wonderfully incomprehensible!
2009
John 1:10-13
Rightful Heirs To Heaven
I am amazed at the individual attention God promises us in the Bible. He promises to hear our prayers and meet our needs. He also gives us each the opportunity…
2009
Matthew 5:8
Peaceful Children of God
On a personal scale, the opposite of peace is not war, but bitterness, gossip, strife, and hatred.
2009
Ephesians 3:8
You: God's Voice
The Apostle Paul had a deep compassion that wasn't dictated by certain people groups or traditions.
2009
Proverbs 19:21
Bye, Bye Birdie
Spring is here and I'm once again fighting my annual battle.
June Faulkner · 2009
Matthew 5:13
Salt Of The Earth
Matthew 5:13 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to…
Scott Meier · 2009
1 John 3:1
Priceless
To think that the Creator of the universe allows me to call Him my Father is almost incomprehensible.
Eileen Ansley · 2009
Isaiah 43:2
"I Will Be With You"
"Committed to ruling our lives as a tyrannical lord, it can manifest itself in the form of physical, emotional, and spiritual pain."
2008
1 Peter 2:21-23
Who Judges Perfection?
1 Peter 2:21-23 This is what you are called to do, because Christ suffered for you and gave you an example to follow. So you should do as he did. He had never…
Kathrine Palagonia · 2008
Ephesians 2:10
Created With Purpose
Every architect, engineer, and artist creates with a purpose.
2008
Kings 18:22
Stand Firm For Your Lord
Kings 18:22 Then Elijah said to them, "I am the only one of the Lord's prophets left, but Baal has four hundred and fifty prophets." I am overwhelmed by the…
2008
Ecclesiastes 1:9
Eternity Starts Today
"You must remember that while your life on earth is but a moment in the history of the world, the world is only a moment in the eye of an eternity created for…
2008
1 Corinthians 6:20
Your Body As His Glory
My good friend Jeremy recently bleached his hair blond. It took him three attempts and two different products before he was satisfied with the result.
2008
1 Peter 4:11
Avoiding Selfish Gain
1 Peter 4:11 Whoever speaks, is to do so as one who is speaking the utterances of God; whoever serves is to do so as one who is serving by the strength which…
2008
Isaiah's Commission
In the year of King Uzziah's death I saw the Lord sitting on a throne, lofty and exalted, with the train of His robe filling the temple...
2008
Genesis 28:15
Big Dreams!
Have you ever had a dream that seemed so real that when you woke up you were startled and disappointed to find "it was only a dream"?
Ron Lambright · 2008
Romans 10:11
For The Disappointed...
It's the assurance of hopelessness...
2008
1 Corinthians 3:1
Got Milk?
Don't be surprised if your claim to be a follower of Christ looks about as awkward as taking a bottle out of your lunch bag at school.
2008
Why Do You Worship?
"I mean, isn't the purpose of a worship service to make me feel good?"
Brandon Blacksten · 2008
Colossians 1:29
His Power Inside You
Such high standards could produce nothing other than such great results.
2008 · 1 note
1 John 2:24
Back To The Basics
His deception is so well crafted that we often run with it like it's the truth.
2008
Wardrobe Malfunctions
Man is the same he has been since the fall. Sinful.
Jeff Fields · 2008
Philippians 2:5
What Today?
As if they were waiting for me while I slept, a barrage of thoughts hits my mind as quickly as I can open my eyes.
2008
Isaiah 43:2
"I Will Be With You"
Nothing will ever separate you from the love that Jesus has for us.
2008
Matthew 9:35-38
Time To Hit The Fields
I started out driving the truck that hauled the grain...
Scott Meier · 2008
Mark 12:41-44
Your All Is Enough
Have you ever felt like you were unqualified for Gods service?
Frank Sirianni · 2008
John 4:25,26
Meet Them at Their Well
She was looking for water but she found the Messiah.
2008
Mark 2:17
At The Table of Sinners
Stop watching the world from the inside of your sanctuary. Get out there and do something for it!
2008
Mark 1:17,18
Drop Those Nets!
One can hardly be the same person he was prior to accepting the Lord's call on his life.
2008
Psalm 139:13,14
Enter and Gently Look
"You are so loved, how can you not agree? Your face is so beautiful, it is clear"
Jen Miskov · 2008
Ephesians 4:7
The Gifts of Christ
If we fail to remain teachable, we will never grow in unity with other believers or with the Lord.
2007 · 2 notes
Ephesians 4:1
Walking in Unity
The Apostle Paul outlines a clear responsibility for the unity of believers.
2007 · 1 note
Ephesians 3:8
You: God's Voice!
Paul was a man who recognized the importance of God's call on his life.
2007 · 2 notes
Deuteronomy 6:5
How Do I Know If I Am Sinning?
Ask DEEPERDEVOTION recently received the following question: "How do I know if I am sinning?" This is a great question, but it assumes that the person asking…
2007 · 1 note
Will You Join the Movement?
Do you sense something inside you calling you to be part of something bigger than yourself? Do you feel a yearning for your life to matter? You can join the…
Alvin Reed · 2007
Second Lieutenant Grey Shelfer
Deeper Devotion talks with Grey Shelfer, a Second Lieutenant with the U.S. Air Force, about being a Christian in the military, the war in Iraq and how we as…
Glenn Ansley · 2007
1 Peter 1:15
Be Holy
How can anyone even begin to measure up to the perfection, justice, almightiness, righteousness, majesty, splendor, beauty, and excellence of the glorious God?
Cory Wilson · 2006 · 3 notes
The Da Vinci Code: Tale of Our Times, Opportunity for Witness
First the book, now the movie. Everyone’s talking about The Da Vinci Code . What’s important for you to know as a Christian?
Andreas Kostenberger · 2006 · 1 note
A Biblical Basis for Missions (The Old Testament)
In his second article on the topic of missions, Chris Poteet shows how God's plan for the nations started at Genesis 1.
Chris Poteet · 2006
John 17:24
For The Glory Of God
John 17:24 Father, I desire that they also, whom Thou hast given Me, be with Me where I am, in order that they may behold My glory, which Thou hast given Me;…
2005 · 1 note
Who Are You?
Have you ever really thought about who you are and what you were put on this earth to do? Stephanie Carter takes us to Scripture for some answers to the big…
Stephanie Carter · 2005
The Skin of a Woman
What is the big deal about showing a little skin? Amber Lehman shares why modesty is a big deal and what God has to say about the topic.
Amber Lehman · 2005
Standard Loss-of-Integrity Rates Apply
Text messaging, camera phones, iPod’s, PSP’s—new technology affords new ways to compromise your integrity.
Carolina Kavanaugh · 2005
Stewardship of the Planet
What is a Christian’s relationship with the environment supposed to look like? Does it matter how we treat the earth?
Jeremy Smith · 2005
Selfish Faith
Funny how we are selfish with everything but our faith...have you made yours your own?
Emily Mattix · 2005
What's The Point?
We get so confused about what our purpose is here on earth, but God has clearly shown us in his word.
Kristy Smith · 2005
Acts 20:24
What Molds Your Day?
I can't say that I "do not consider my life... as dear to myself." I would like to, but as things stand now, Paul has reached a greater level of sanctification…
2005 · 1 note
Discovering You
"What's next God?"
Kristie Ansley · 2005
Why We Need Christian Artists
Christians on the whole have checked out of the arts, but it's time we made a come-back. Art is a spiritual pursuit. Art is a Christian pursuit.
Jeremy Smith · 2004 · 2 notes
Leadership Of A Higher Standard (Part 2)
Read the second part of Corallie Thornton's article on spiritual leadership.
Glenn Ansley · 2004
Leadership Of A Higher Standard (Part 1)
You don't have to be old to be a leader. God has called us to a high standard of leadership. We can all lead right now, where we are, by our example.
Corallie Thornton · 2004
Ephesians 4:1-3
True Mercy
Some people would argue that the greatest gift you can give someone is love. I believe that the greatest thing I can ever do for a person is give them mercy.
Kristie Ansley · 2004 · 1 note
1 Corinthians 3:16
Don't Destroy Your Temple
God lives in you, right?
Corallie Thornton · 2004 · 1 note
Cast Down
Are you struggling with depression? Todd Kavanaugh shares what the Word has to say on the subject.
Todd Kavanaugh · 2004 · 3 notes
Lost In The Mall
Sometimes a little communication can go a long way.
Kristie Ansley · 2004 · 3 notes
Philippians 3:20
A Heavenly Citizenship
How I long that every child of God would recognize the power behind a statement such as this!
2004 · 2 notes
A River, a Paddle, and a Choice
"We had only a single choice: to continue on, struggling against the current and the incredible rapids with all we had, despite our fear to reach our end..."
Todd Kavanaugh · 2003 · 3 notes
The Lion In Us
Todd Kavanaugh shares the inspiring story of a lion and encourages us to "dare mighty things" despite our own weaknesses.
Todd Kavanaugh · 2003 · 3 notes
Derek Webb
Deeper Devotion talks with singer/songwriter Derek Webb about music, theology, the church, and more.
Drew Ansley · 2003 · 3 notes
Not Your Typical Missionary
Devon Hoernschemeyer, a graphic designer for Campus Crusade for Christ, talks to us about using your gifts for the Lord.
Kristy Smith · 2003 · 3 notes

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