Luke Powell Daily Devotions
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Who We Are in Christ - 1 Pet 2:9 (Thurs): God's Special Possession
October 27, 2022 03:54 - 2 minutes - 2.12 MBPeter calls the church 'God's special possession'. Do you know that you are treasured by God?
Who We Are in Christ - 1 Pet 2:9 (Wed): A Holy Nation
October 26, 2022 03:53 - 2 minutes - 2.47 MBPeter calls God's people a "holy nation". Have we forsaken our call to holiness?
Who We Are in Christ - 1 Pet 2:9 (Tues): A Royal Priesthood
October 25, 2022 03:52 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBPeter calls God's people a "royal priesthood". Do you know that if you're in Christ you're not only royalty, but you're a priest?
Who We Are in Christ - 1 Pet 2:9 (Mon): Chosen People
October 24, 2022 03:50 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MBPeter calls the church God's "chosen people". In what sense are we 'chosen'?
Take Your Glory Lord - William Duma (day 10): Essentially a Man of Prayer
October 21, 2022 03:46 - 2 minutes - 2.41 MBWhat was the secret of Duma's great effective ministry of compassion and healing? One word: PRAYER.
Take Your Glory Lord - William Duma (day 9): Confessing and Forgiving
October 20, 2022 03:46 - 2 minutes - 2.67 MBSpending time at a dying woman's bedside, Duma encouraged her to confess something to her husband, and encouraged her husband to forgive what she confessed. Both of them found great peace in that moment. Do you need to confess something today? Or do you need to forgive someone today? What peace awaits us when we do these things in His name.
Take Your Glory Lord - William Duma (day 8): Don't Wait Too Long!
October 19, 2022 03:43 - 2 minutes - 2.45 MBPastor Duma tried desperately to lead a young man to God, but he kept resisting! One morning the young man was close to making a decision but resisted again.... and seconds later suffered a fatal accident. Time is short friends, don't wait too long to say your 'yes' to Jesus.
Take Your Glory Lord - William Duma (day 7): The True King
October 18, 2022 03:41 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBMinistering to the King of Swaziland, Duma boldly proclaimed that only Jesus was the true King of kings. How did the Swazi king react? Listen and find out.
Take Your Glory Lord - William Duma (day 6): Redeemed Hearts
October 17, 2022 03:39 - 2 minutes - 1.87 MBWhen a woman burst into his church wielding a knife, Duma and his congregation feared the worst. But God did what only God can do.
Take Your Glory Lord (William Duma) - Day 5: Self-Denial and God-glorifying
October 14, 2022 03:27 - 2 minutes - 1.97 MBWilliam Duma refused to take glory for himself. He was a man of self-denial, a man who surrendered all to God. What an example to us!
Take Your Glory Lord (William Duma) - Day 4: Fishers of Men With Empty Nets
October 13, 2022 03:19 - 2 minutes - 2.26 MBOne morning William Duma lamented that he was a fisher of men with an empty net. He held his net up to God saying "fill it today!" And less than a few hours later... God had put somebody in his path who he led to Jesus. Perhaps we should join Duma in his prayer today, and determine that our nets never be empty!
Take Your Glory Lord (William Duma) - Day 3: Power and Pride
October 12, 2022 03:10 - 2 minutes - 2.14 MBWith such a powerful healing ministry, William Duma could well have become proud and self-reliant. But God reminded him to watch and pray so that pride would not take root in his heart. Are we praying against pride? It has no place in our Christian lives.
Take Your Glory Lord (William Duma) - Day 2: Ignoring Satan's Whispers
October 11, 2022 03:02 - 2 minutes - 2.63 MBPastor Duma encountered whispers of doubt from the enemy before he prayed with people. He had to stand against those whispers and stand on the Word of God. Is Satan trying to trip you up today? Stand firm in the Word of God!
Take Your Glory Lord (William Duma) - Day 1: An Uncle's Witness
October 10, 2022 03:54 - 2 minutes - 2.51 MBWilliam Duma's life story is an amazing read! A South African Baptist pastor with a wonderful healing ministry, he was hugely impacted by his Uncle Vika who stood up for Jesus boldly, and spoke out against the traditional godless ways of his family. How much good would come if we stood up for Jesus more?
The Choice is Yours! Psalm 31 (day 5): choose joy!
October 07, 2022 03:02 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MBFor David, joy was a choice. Is it for us too? These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
The Choice is Yours! Psalm 31 (day 4): choose to trust
October 06, 2022 03:00 - 2 minutes - 2.15 MBIn spite of his many problems, David CHOSE to trust in God. Who are we trusting in in our tough times? David's words give us direction here. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
The Choice is Yours! Psalm 31 (day 3): choose to commit to God
October 05, 2022 03:00 - 2 minutes - 2.06 MBJesus said Psalm 31:5 aloud while on the Cross. What was so special about those words? Listen to find out: These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
The Choice is Yours! Psalm 31 (day 2): choose to avoid the traps
October 04, 2022 03:57 - 2 minutes - 2.01 MBWe all know the ways in which the enemy tries to entice and trap us in sin. We can choose - will we walk into his traps? Or will we walk in God's ways? These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
The Choice is Yours! Psalm 31 (day 1): choose your rock and fortress
October 03, 2022 03:55 - 2 minutes - 1.89 MBIn Psalm 31:2-3, David repeats how God is his rock and fortress. Is God these things to you today? These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (day 5): Stringing Pearls
September 30, 2022 03:00 - 3 minutes - 3.4 MBInspiration from Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg's book. Jesus was a Rabbi, and his teaching referred back to the Old Testament far more regularly than we Gentile Christians know. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (day 4): For Everything a Blessing
September 29, 2022 03:58 - 2 minutes - 2.29 MBInspiration from Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg's book. Paul taught us to "pray without ceasing". Perhaps we can learn from Jewish tradition and pray blessing prayers to help us do this. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (day 3): Touching the Rabbi's Fringe
September 28, 2022 03:00 - 2 minutes - 2.52 MBInspiration from Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg's book. Why did the suffering lady reach for Jesus' fringe? Perhaps to touch the holy tassles that Jesus wore. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (day 2): Get Yourself Some Haverim
September 27, 2022 03:55 - 2 minutes - 2.04 MBInspiration from Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg's book. Jesus valued togetherness. It was in groups that his spirituality was lived out, as is the Jewish tradition. Let's not over-individualize our faith! These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Sitting at the Feet of Rabbi Jesus (day 1): Covered in the Rabbi's Dust
September 26, 2022 03:53 - 2 minutes - 2.41 MBInspiration from Ann Spangler and Lois Tverberg's book. Today we see how sitting at the feet of our Rabbi can benefit our lives. These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Joseph in Prison (day 3): Action
September 23, 2022 03:32 - 2 minutes - 1.83 MBInstead of just saying he would pray, Joseph took action to help people in need. Do we? These devotions are free! Please consider supporting this ministry financially here: https://bit.ly/31Bh8p7 Become a patron to get a Saturday video devotion each week: https://www.patreon.com/lukepowell
Joseph in Prison (day 2): God first
September 22, 2022 04:00 - 1 minute - 1.37 MBWhen Joseph could've boasted of his gifts, he points to God. Do we?
Joseph in Prison (day 1): compassion
September 21, 2022 04:29 - 1 minute - 1.47 MBWhen people were down and dejected, Joseph noticed! Do we? #dailydevotional #Joseph
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 7): When the Race is Complete
September 20, 2022 03:00 - 4 minutes - 3.7 MBWith every breath I long to follow Jesus For He has said that He will bring me home And day by day I know He will renew me Until I stand with joy before the throne To this I hold, my hope is only Jesus All the glory evermore to Him When the race is complete, still my lips shall repeat Yet not I, but through Christ in me #yetnotibutchristinme
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 6): The Chains Are Released
September 19, 2022 04:16 - 3 minutes - 3.02 MBTo this I hold, my sin has been defeated Jesus now and ever is my plea Oh the chains are released, I can sing, "I am free" Yet not I, but through Christ in me #yetnotibutchristinme
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 5): I Know I Am Forgiven
September 16, 2022 04:15 - 3 minutes - 2.94 MBNo fate I dread, I know I am forgiven The future sure, the price it has been paid For Jesus bled and suffered for my pardon And He was raised to overthrow the grave #yetnotibutchristinme
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 4): The night is dark but I am not forsaken
September 15, 2022 04:14 - 2 minutes - 2.28 MBTo this I hold, my Shepherd will defend me Through the deepest valley He will lead Oh the night has been won, and I shall overcome Yet not I, but through Christ in me #yetnotibutchristinme
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 3): The night is dark but I am not forsaken
September 14, 2022 03:13 - 2 minutes - 2.5 MBThe night is dark but I am not forsaken For by my side, the Saviour He will stay I labour on in weakness and rejoicing For in my need, His power is displayed #yetnotibutchristinme
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 2): All is mine
September 13, 2022 03:11 - 2 minutes - 2.47 MB'To this I hold, my hope is only Jesus For my life is wholly bound to His Oh how strange and divine, I can sing, "All is mine" Yet not I, but through Christ in me' #yetnotibutchrist
Yet Not I But Through Christ in Me (day 1): What gift of grace
September 12, 2022 03:08 - 3 minutes - 2.96 MB"What gift of grace is Jesus my Redeemer There is no more for heaven now to give He is my joy, my righteousness, and freedom My steadfast love, my deep and boundless peace" #yetnotibutchristinme
God's Saving Love (day 5): Not willing for one to perish
September 09, 2022 03:40 - 3 minutes - 3.62 MBJesus said that God does not will for one of his sheep to perish. How about us - since even "the vilest offender who truly believes, that moment from Jesus a pardon receives"?
God's Saving Love (day 4): Joy at each sheep's salvation
September 08, 2022 03:36 - 2 minutes - 2.25 MBGod rejoiced when we came home with Him. Do we rejoice when others find Him? Or do we judge?
God's Saving Love (day 3): Leaving the 99
September 07, 2022 03:34 - 2 minutes - 2.22 MBIs God's love reckless? Or does he leave the 99 safe while seeking the lost 1?
God's Saving Love (day 2): Guardian Angels
September 06, 2022 03:32 - 2 minutes - 2.55 MBDo you believe in guardian angels? I do. Jesus spoke of them.
God's Saving Love (day 1): Don't Despise Even One
September 05, 2022 03:31 - 6 minutes - 5.91 MBToday we consider challenging words from Jesus - to not despise even one of his children.
Believer's Basics (day 5): End Times
September 02, 2022 04:17 - 3 minutes - 2.86 MBWe Christians believe that Jesus will come again! We wait excitedly for the day, and share the good news with all, so that all may come to know his saving grace and not be without God for eternity.
Believer's Basics (day 4): The Church
September 01, 2022 03:14 - 3 minutes - 3.1 MBWhat is the church all about? The Nazarene Church's Articles of Faith #11-14 show us - we are a united body of believers who are on a mission, and we celebrate Jesus together at worship. Two sacraments - baptism and the Lord's Supper - shape our worship.
Believer's Basics (day 3): Holiness
August 31, 2022 02:11 - 3 minutes - 3.27 MBA passion for holiness defines all Christians! How are we made holy? By God's sanctifying grace. Today we look at the Church of the Nazarene's 10th Article of Faith to show us this glorious truth.
Believer's Basics (day 2): Sin and Salvation
August 30, 2022 03:09 - 3 minutes - 2.84 MBWhat is the gospel? It is the good news that though we are sinful, God's grace enables us to repent and be made right with him. The Church of the Nazarene's Articles of Faith 5-9 guide us as we reflect on this wonderful truth today.
Believer's Basics (day 1): The Nature of God
August 29, 2022 03:07 - 2 minutes - 2.7 MBLet's get back to basics this week! Using the Church of the Nazarene's Articles of Faith we will have a look at what it means to be a Christian. First, let's remember that we serve ONE God who is revealed in three persons. Are the Father, Son and Spirit all part of your faith?
Brennan Manning - Paschal Spirituality (day 5): joyful and optimistic
August 26, 2022 03:57 - 2 minutes - 2.58 MBRooted in Christ, we always have joy. For, as manning says "whatever happens, the Lord is risen!"
Brennan Manning - Paschal Spirituality (day 4): Stamped with the Signature of Jesus
August 25, 2022 03:54 - 2 minutes - 2.44 MBDiscipleship without sacrifice is hardly discipleship at all. Manning reminds us today that when we follow Jesus, we must be stamped with his signature - the cross of suffering.
Brennan Manning - Paschal Spirituality (day 3): a Good World
August 24, 2022 03:52 - 3 minutes - 2.79 MBWhen we are in Christ, we see the world as a good creation, not an evil one. Jesus redeemed us - not only reconciling us to God and each other, but to the good world! Let's see the world as God does - saying "it is good".
Brennan Manning - Paschal Spirituality (day 2): Lived in Community
August 23, 2022 03:46 - 1 minute - 1.81 MBPaschal Spirituality - centred on the death and resurrection of Christ - was never meant to be lived in isolation. We are a family in faith, and loving each other is how we express our love for God!
Brennan Manning - Paschal Spirituality (day 1): Christocentric
August 22, 2022 03:44 - 2 minutes - 2.72 MBPaschal Spirituality is rooted in Christ's death and resurrection... and it means Christ being formed in us. A story of two prisoners illustrates this today.
Howard Burns WEC missionary (day 5): miracles
August 19, 2022 03:00 - 4 minutes - 4.51 MBDuring his time doing mission work, Uncle Howard had many moments that can only be described as miracles! Today he tells 2 stories - of lepers holding a cement arch in place, and a fire changing directions at a crucial moment - explained only by the God we serve.