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What's In A Name?
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 18, 2024 04:10Have you ever heard of the Tree of Heaven? What a beautiful name! The scientific name is Ailanthus altissima. Native to China, it is now found worldwide, often appearing as an invasive species. It is said to symbolize perseverance and … Read more
3-100 - 2 Samuel 22-24 and Acts 11
Three & One - May 17, 2024 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Psalmist sings once last time. The distressed, indebted and discontented are now mighty men and their exploits are outlined for us. David does something he greatly regrets. And, the gospel spreads among the Gentiles.
Channel Markers
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 17, 2024 04:10During this past January, we spent time in Florida, USA, with our two sons. They had brought their boat down from Canada in November. We decided that the weather looked good enough to take the boat to the Atlantic side of Florida near … Read more
3-099 - 2 Samuel 19-21 and Acts 10
Three & One - May 16, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsAfter the death of Absalom, David returns to Jerusalem. Conflict ensues as Israel and Judah enter into yet another civil war. David avenges the Gibeonites, defeats the giants and God opens up the gospel to the Gentiles.
Philosophy Jesus Style
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 16, 2024 04:10Fundamentalist was the term that Dad used to describe himself. Mom's take on things, I was unsure about. Occasionally, I would pick up vibes that she disagreed with some of Dad's philosophy. I knew that he believed that faith was the … Read more
3-098 - 2 Samuel 16-18 and Acts 9
Three & One - May 15, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsDavid endures news of betrayal, cursing and even stones as he continues on his way out of Jerusalem. Ahithophel’s advice is overturned. Overwhelmed, Ahithophel ends his own life. Absalom’s life is ended by David’s general Joab. And, we are introduced to another murderous man named Saul.
The Call of Elisha
Arise and Abide - May 15, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsReading 1 Kings 19:19-21. Elijah throwing the cloak over Elisha’s shoulders and walking away as an act of surrender. The action spoke for itself and was a symbolic gesture of Elijah passing on his prophetic authority to Elisha. There wasn't much more for Elijah to say about it in that moment. ...
The Gift
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 15, 2024 04:10Every day, I pray for my family who live in the United States, as well as those in Scotland and around the world. I ask God to bless and protect them, to guide and support them, to love and cherish them. It's a ritual that I go through … Read more
3-097 - 2 Samuel 13-15 and Acts 8
Three & One - May 14, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsAmnon does something truly awful. Absalom ends up murdering Amnon for what he did. Tensions build in Absalom’s dysfunctional relationship with his dad, David, ending up in Absalom stealing the throne. And, the apostles encounter true and false conversions.
The Hay Barn
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 14, 2024 04:10When we moved last spring, one of our priorities was the construction of a hay barn on our new property: a place where feed for our livestock could be kept dry while also allowing fresh air to circulate. Hay that is not protected and does … Read more
3-096 - 2 Samuel 10-12 and Acts 7
Three & One - May 13, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Ammonites make a costly mistake in misinterpreting the kindness of King David. David makes a mistake of his own. Initially hiding his sin, until God helps him to confess by confronting him. And, Stephen stands in the power of the Holy Spirit.
Windows
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 13, 2024 04:10For nearly eight years, the seal between the double glazing on two of our windows has been broken, and condensation has progressively clouded the internal side of the glass and our view into the garden. Also, the old style of window is a … Read more
Return to Dust You Mortals
Arise and Abide - May 12, 2024 09:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsReading Psalms 90. You see this glimpse into Moses’ heart with this psalm and his understanding of reality, it's an awareness of how precious life is how brief life is. Now that Christ has come and died on the cross, all of God's wrath was poured out onto Christ on the cross and is no longer pou...
Meeting People Where They Are
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 12, 2024 04:10Aging is inevitable because it is part of the life cycle that each of us has to face. Today's verse tells us that God knows the direction and the outcome of each person's life. Over the years, I have had the privilege of being able to … Read more
He's Always There
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 11, 2024 04:10My sister, Tracey, was six years older than I was, but we were always together. When we were younger, we were referred to as "Becky and Tracey" or "Tracey and Becky". Mom would make or buy us clothes that were similar for special days like … Read more
3-095 - 2 Samuel 7-9 and Acts 6
Three & One - May 10, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsDavid wants to build a house for God. But instead, God establishes David’s house, forever. David continues to conquer the enemies of Israel. Because of a covenant, David is kind to a man named Mephibosheth. And, seven are chosen to serve.
Endurance
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 10, 2024 04:10Three weeks after my knee surgery (see Blessings From Pain) I returned to the doctor, ready to be rid of the rigid leg brace. Its three metal bars dug into my leg and I was sure that my skin … Read more
3-094 - 2 Samuel 4-6 and Acts 5
Three & One - May 09, 2024 10:00 - 14 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsIshbosheth is murdered. Mephibosheth is introduced. David rules all Israel, fights and defeats the Philistines, twice, after inquiring of the Lord, twice. David learns to worship God in the beauty of holiness. And,Peter preaches the gospel once again, this time to the religious rulers.
Does A Problem Exist?
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 09, 2024 04:10Recently, I experienced a problem with my computer and a tech person was helping me. After some searching, he discovered the problem. He looked at me and said, "You have PEBKAC." My first thought was that my computer had a virus, because … Read more
3-093 - 2 Samuel 1-3 and Acts 4
Three & One - May 08, 2024 10:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsAn Amalekite announces the death of Saul. David is anointed king of Judah. Ishbosheth is appointed king of Israel. A long civil war ensues. And, in the face of persecution, the church prays for boldness to preach the word of God.
The Lord Speaks to Elijah
Arise and Abide - May 08, 2024 09:00 - 16 minutes ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsReading 1Kings 19:9-18. The Lords question, “What are you doing here?”, reminds Sally of Jesus asking the people who came to Him what they wanted Him to do for them. God gives people opportunities to share their hearts with Him. God displays His power to Elijah but speaks to Elijah through a g...
The Gift of a Mother-in-Law
Kerusso Daily Devotional - May 08, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsAre you a woman blessed with the gift of a wonderful mother-in-law? We can hardly think of a more important relationship. Through the ages, this mentoring friendship has sealed families and nurtured them. Likewise, we easily see the pain inflicted when this relationship isn’t good. In the ...
When You Know Morning Has Come
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 08, 2024 04:10Of late, I have become somewhat obsessed with the dawn, the morning clothed in ever-changing radiance, which I have captured scores of times with my camera — and still, I cannot do it justice. One of my favourite shots is of the first … Read more
3-092 - 1 Samuel 30-31 and Acts 3
Three & One - May 07, 2024 10:00 - 9 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsThe Amalekites took everyone, everything and burned everything else to the ground. So David strengthened himself in the Lord and fought back. Saul is wounded in battle and tries to end his own life. And, Peter is given another opportunity to preach.
Brave Jochebed
Kerusso Daily Devotional - May 07, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsShe’s not very well known, even though she’s in the Bible. But Jochebed…who’s heard of her? Go ahead—raise your hands. This great woman deserves a bigger story in our culture because she modeled what it means to act with bravery, and to value all life. Exodus 2:3 says, “But when she could ...
Changes
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 07, 2024 04:10The Lord willing, in July of this year, the days of my years will be fourscore years and ten. Early one morning recently, that made me think of the many things that have changed in my life, personally as well as in society. I have lost … Read more
3-091 - 1 Samuel 28-29 and Acts 2
Three & One - May 06, 2024 10:00 - 12 minutes ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsDavid’s double agent status is called into question. Saul seeks help from a spiritist. The princes of the Philistines do not allow David to fight with them. The Holy Spirit comes down. Peter stands up and, after preaching, about 3000 souls are added to the church.
1 Samuel 31 (From Creation) - Saul Dies
The Bible Explained - May 06, 2024 10:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsToday on the Bible Explained: Saul is wounded badly in battle so he takes his own life Jonathon is killed Israel has a terrible defeat and many people abandon their homes The Philistines happily move in Saul's body is hung on a wall, where courageous Israelites retrieve him Saul and ...
A Woman Set Apart
Kerusso Daily Devotional - May 06, 2024 06:00 - 1 minute ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsEveryone loves the beauty of nature’s gems. The greens, blues, and reds of natural gemstones have set apart jewelry since the beginning of time. These precious jewels are relatively rare, and desired by people from all walks of life. None more than the ruby. The second hardest gemsto...
Jesus To Me
PresbyCan Daily Devotional - May 06, 2024 04:10"Fear God" was a command that I often heard in my dad's sermons. And I did. Some years after my father's death, I uncovered the only recorded sermon that I have of his. I had forgotten what a fireball that he was when he preached. Most … Read more
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