Take a Break with Jesus – July 23, 2018
The apostles gathered around Jesus and reported to him all they had done and taught. Then, because so many people were coming and going that they did not even have a chance to eat, he said to them, “Come with me by yourselves to a quiet place and get some rest.” So they went away…
In Due Time – July 22, 2018
Jesus told them another parable: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field. But while everyone was sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat, and went away. When the wheat sprouted and formed heads, the weeds also appeared” … The servants asked him, ‘Do you…
When the Words Don’t Come – July 21, 2018
The Spirit helps us in our weakness. We do not know what we ought to pray, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groans that words cannot express. Romans 8:26 When the Words Don’t Come Daily Devotion – July 21, 2018 Devotion based on Romans 8:26 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180721dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Give some careful thought…
Good Works are God’s Work – July 20, 2018
It is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. Philippians 2:13 Good Works are God’s Work Daily Devotion – July 20, 2018 Devotion based on Philippians 2:13 https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180720dev.mp3 See series: Devotions “I’m doing it, daddy!” the little girl said excitedly. What a sight! A four-year-old behind the…
Fully Meeting God’s Standards – July 19, 2018
Without faith it is impossible to please God. Hebrews 11:6a Fully Meeting God’s Standards Daily Devotion – July 19, 2018 Devotion based on Hebrews 11:6a https://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180719dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Has there been anyone in your life who always had expectations of you that were too high—so much so that you never felt like you could…
When the Pressure is On – July 18, 2018
Then Amaziah (the priest at Bethel) said to Amos, “Get out, you seer! Go back to the land of Judah. Earn your bread there and do your prophesying there. Don’t prophesy anymore at Bethel, because this is the king’s sanctuary and the temple of the kingdom.” Amos answered Amaziah, “I was neither a prophet nor…
Chosen by God – July 17, 2018
Note: On Tuesday, July 17 the WELS Mobile app installed from the iPhone/iPad App Store, Google Play Store, or Amazon will be removed. Any users with the app installed on their devices will find that many of the features will no longer function correctly. The reason for this change is that a new WELS App is…
You are Needed – July 16, 2018
Calling the Twelve to him, [Jesus] sent them out two by two and gave them authority over evil spirits. … They went out and preached that people should repent. They drove out many demons and anointed many sick people with oil and healed them. Mark 6:7,12,13 You are Needed Daily Devotion – July 16, 2018…
Eager Expectation – July 15, 2018
The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. Romans 8:19 Eager Expectation Daily Devotion – July 15, 2018 Devotion based on Romans 8:19 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180715dev.mp3 See series: Devotions In the world of professional horse racing, there is a singular moment that all the jockeys in the sport know very well….
Following Jesus- July 14, 2018
As the rain and the snow come down from heaven, and do not return to it without watering the earth and making it bud and flourish, so that it yields seed for the sower and bread for the eater, so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me…
Will I ever relapse? – July 13, 2018
Create in me a pure heart, O God, and renew a steadfast spirit within me. Psalm 51:10 Will I ever relapse? Daily Devotion – July 13, 2018 Devotion based on Psalm 51:10 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180713dev.mp3 See series: Devotions When someone leaves inpatient alcohol treatment, they wonder: “Will I relapse? But it’s not only addicts who live with…
Jesus Bought You Back – July 12, 2018
[Jesus Christ] gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good. Titus 2:14 Jesus Bought You Back Daily Devotion – July 12, 2018 Devotion based on Titus 2:14 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180712dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Have you heard the…
What Sinners Need to Hear – July 11, 2018
[The LORD] said to me, “Son of man, stand up on your feet and I will speak to you.” As he spoke, the Spirit came into me and raised me to my feet, and I heard him speaking to me. He said: “Son of man, I am sending you to the Israelites, to a rebellious…
Humblebrag – July 10, 2018
I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Humblebrag Daily Devotion – July 10, 2018 Devotion based on 2 Corinthians 12:9 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180710dev.mp3 See series: Devotions It’s a term that a comedian officially coined in 2010. The term is humblebrag. To humblebrag is…
The Problem with Unbelief – July 9, 2018
[Jesus] was amazed at their lack of faith. Mark 6:6 The Problem with Unbelief Daily Devotion – July 9, 2018 Devotion based on Mark 6:6 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180709dev.mp3 See series: Devotions There were many in Nazareth who could not fathom that Jesus was more than Mary and Joseph’s son. Certainly, they were amazed at his teaching. They…
Jesus’ Invitation – July 8, 2018
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus’ Invitation…
The Promised Land – July 7, 2018
The LORD replied, “My Presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.” Exodus 33:14 The Promised Land Daily Devotion – July 7, 2018 Devotion based on Exodus 33:14 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180707dev.mp3 See series: Devotions The Lord had rescued his people from slavery in Egypt. The people had fashioned a calf-shaped idol out of gold,…
God’s Instruction Manual – July 6, 2018
I gain understanding from your precepts; therefore, I hate every wrong path. Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light for my path. Psalm 119:104-105 God’s Instruction Manual Daily Devotion – July 6, 2017 Devotion based on Psalm 119:104-105 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180706dev.mp3 See series: Devotions I don’t always know the right thing to do….
Built for Service – July 5, 2018
We are God’s workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10 Built for Service Daily Devotion – July 5, 2018 Devotion based on Ephesians 2:10 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180705dev.mp3 See series: Devotions Everything has a purpose. Hammers are for pounding nails. Sponges are for cleaning. Books…
Waiting – July 4, 2018
The LORD is good to those whose hope is in him, to the one who seeks him; it is good to wait quietly for the salvation of the LORD. Lamentations 3:25-26 Waiting Daily Devotion – July 4, 2018 Devotion based on Lamentations 3:25-26 http://wels2.blob.core.windows.net/daily-devotions/20180704dev.mp3 See series: Devotions “Are we there yet?” With summer vacations in…