Baptist Devotion

📖 Unstoppable Families: 30 Days Through Acts at the Family Altar In a world filled with distractions, chaos, and constant busyness, how can Christian families remain strong, united, and faithful to Christ? The answer is simple: gather around the Word of God together. Unstoppable Families is a 30-day family altar guide designed to help parents lead their children into the truths of Scripture and strengthen their home in the Lord. Based on the powerful stories and lessons of the Book of Acts, this devotional will inspire families to live boldly for Christ and shine as lights in a dark ...

INTRODUCTION In the rich tapestry of Christian devotion, few figures resonate as profoundly as San Juan the Baptist. Revered as the forerunner of Christ, he stands as a beacon of faith, humility, and unwavering commitment to God’s divine will. This Prayer Book of Petition to San Juan the Baptist invites the faithful to draw upon his intercession and example as they seek guidance, strength, and healing in their lives. Throughout history, San Juan has inspired countless believers to embrace a spirit of repentance and renewal, urging them to prepare their hearts for the arrival of the Lord. ...

NECESSARY CHANGES The Need and Power of Repentance The most fundamental of all of our beliefs as a follower of Jesus Christ is the need and necessity for repentance. This one need is so primal and basic that it was the first word that Jesus spoke when He introduced the Kingdom of God on earth. Repentance then is the root of the necessary changes that we should make, face, and embrace as believers in Jesus Christ. But what is it? How does it work? When does it take place? These questions and many more will be addressed in the pages yet to come. This book is not a theological treatise on the ...

Discover the rich heritage, steadfast faith, and inspiring stories behind the songs that shaped generations of Christian worship. For centuries, Baptist hymnody has given voice to deep biblical doctrine, heartfelt devotion, and unyielding hope in times of trial. In this landmark historical study, pastor and historian Dr. Henry S. Burrage provides an exhaustive, reverent, and deeply engaging tribute to the men and women who penned the church’s most enduring songs of praise. Tracing the lineage of congregational singing from seventeenth-century Britain through the Great Awakenings and ...

By the Way: Meditations of a Christian Pilgrim By Vance Havner Are you tired on the journey, even if you aren't tired of it? Find refreshment for your soul in this timeless collection of roadside reflections. In By the Way, beloved evangelist and master wordsmith Vance Havner invites you to pull up a chair and rest awhile. Written on the move—penned in transit, in diverse conditions, and in all sorts of places across the country—this little bundle of meditations is the ultimate companion for the intentional Christian traveler. Havner viewed himself first and foremost as an itinerant ...

Peace Like a River: A Book of Meditations By Vance Havner Is your mind crowded with worry? Is your spirit tossed by the unpredictable storms of life? Pull away from the rushing current and anchor your soul in the unshakeable peace of God. In Peace Like a River, legendary evangelist Vance Havner changes his pace from the fiery pulpit to act as a gentle shepherd for the soul. Taking inspiration from Isaiah’s beautiful promise of a peace that flows steadily and abundantly, this classic collection of roadside meditations offers an oasis of calm for anyone traversing a dry or difficult terrain...

To be clear, nowhere in the Bible does God give believers a direct command to go and take back anything that the enemy has stolen. However, the Lord definitely permits, empowers, orchestrates, and allows believers the benefit to recover what the enemy has stolen that he thinks he can keep. The reason d’être of this work rests within the confines of this argument. Please make no mistake about it, our enemy has a set agenda. The mission statement of the devil is to be “a thief that comes to steal, kill and destroy…” (St. John 10:10a, KJV). In this stead, we should never be shocked or...

"This is one of the best books I've read to support deeper thinking on spiritual issues." -Amazon Reviewer Reflections is a collection of short pastoral meditations on Scripture meant to deepen your faith, lead you closer to Jesus, and encourage your walk with Him. A Sneak Peek Inside: "In the end, what your heart most trembles for will be the god you serve." "I might be broken, but I am broken and free. I am broken, but Christ is complete." "When life puts you through the pressure cooker, it becomes impossible to continue running on the fumes of what you pretend to believe. Only what you ...

More than merely inspirational! This book prtesents three months of daily devotions in which each passage is explained in easy-to-understand language, the context is shown, and the reader is helped to genuinely understand what the Bible is saying. Emotional, sexual, and financial abuses of innocent people are rampant in many churches today. Predatory pastors and church elders keep power over people by misrepresenting the Bible to them. The goal of this devotional series is to gently educate people who have been abused in churches on the essential concepts of the Christian faith so that they...

By the Still Waters By Vance Havner Are you overwhelmed by the noise and frantic pace of the world? Discover a sanctuary of quiet rest and deep refreshment for your weary soul. In By the Still Waters, beloved evangelist and author Vance Havner walks alongside you as a gentle guide, leading you away from the chaotic currents of daily life and into the serene, restorative presence of the Good Shepherd. Taking its title from the comforting imagery of Psalm 23, this classic collection of meditations is designed to bring peace to troubled hearts and clarity to anxious minds. Known for his rare ...

What do George Whitefield, Elisabeth Elliot, and J. Gresham Machen have in common? They were all Evangelical Heroes. In the Evangelical Heroes series, Joel Beeke and Douglas Bond present thirty biographical sketches of faithful evangelical leaders from the eighteenth, nineteenth, and twentieth...

“Shattered Glass Walls” - the tragic story of Sarah and Theresa, two friends of different Christian faiths caught up in a web spun by Satan; a world in which sin hides under the cloak of darkness – and behind the disguise of religion.

Over the years I have read many devotional books, but not very many that were aimed at the life of a minister’s wife. We have a unique position in life with many unique challenges. In this devotional I really tried to focus on the struggles and challenges that a ministry wife goes through and offer insight and help when faced with these unique challenges. It is my prayer that you receive encouragement and help as you minister in your place of service.

There is no better time to be together with loved ones and sit down at the table than Thanksgiving. Pastor John R. Adolph of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church and Bishop David L. Toups of the Diocese of Beaumont have collaborated to offer simple, scriptural devotions to help you reflect on the spirit of Thanksgiving to prepare for this incredible national holiday. Jesus’ most important meal was the Last Supper which is the beginning of the Eucharist. The very word itself means “thanksgiving.” The Sunday following Thanksgiving this year is the Feast of Christ the King, a great time for...

A new Bible verse and devotional about being thankful through God's love for each day of the month! Start your day off right each morning by studying God's word. Grab your Bible and this new devotional, get cozy, and take a few quiet moments with the Lord to get your day off on the right foot. Or end your day snuggled in bed while you let God speak to your heart. Each day of the month begins with a Bible verse on the topic of being thankful, followed by a personal story from author Sparrow Brooks and how she interprets this verse in her real life. She ends each devotion with questions to ...

Consider Him By Vance Havner Are you overwhelmed by the distractions of this world, or exhausted by the demands of religion? Turn your gaze upward and rediscover the ultimate cure for a weary heart. In Consider Him, renowned evangelist and master communicator Vance Havner delivers a beautifully focused, deeply convicting meditation on the central figure of the Christian faith: Jesus Christ. Taking his cue from the timeless exhortation in Hebrews 12:3 to "consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls," Havner strips ...

HELP ME HANDLE THIS: Spiritual Truth That Empowers the Faithful To Persevere and Overcome This devotional grew out of a desire to press our church family closer together in what we sought to give the Lord as it pertains to Christian service. With this in mind, this devotional guide will serve as our first para source material, designed and developed by me to steer everyone at the church in the same direction. This book is not a theological treatise on Christian doctrine and dogmas though it contains some of both. This book is simply a ninety-day study guide for the servant members of our ...

Based on Matthew 13:44, this little book explains the treasure in the field parable about the Kingdom of Heaven - what it costs and what benefits come through obtaining it. The chapters are six selections from "What Jesus Demands from the World" by John Piper: (1) Coming to Jesus is Not Easy...

The notes in these pages are the product of many years of regular Bible reading and study. These notes are devotional in nature and not intended to be exhaustive. My process is simple. As I read my Bible daily, I ask the Holy Spirit to draw me to some passage for meditation through the day. Trusting that I am led of the Lord, I do a brief study of the passage that sparks my interest.Having spent years doing this, I have collected a number of these devotional thoughts for every book of the Bible. I trust these devotional notes through the book of Galatians will be of help to you as you seek ...

The Daily Visits Series is a collection of devotions written over more than fifteen years. These brief studies, collected together, now form a simple commentary of specific portions of the Word of God. My prayer is that they may be helpful to the reader for Personal devotions Bible study or perhaps Sermon starter ideas.