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JCSM's Weekly Devotions with Dr. Jason Gastrich
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God gives us the tools to turn failure into success. We need to repent, confess, and do things right the next time.
Jesus Christ said, "It is finished" when He died on the cross for our sins. His work was complete and it was emphasized by several miraculous events.
Every person will teach in some capacity. We all need to be the best teachers we can be. Teaching someone is also leading them because teaching is leading someone into truth.
The book of Acts outlines the acts of the Holy Spirit and not simply the acts of the apostles.
Jesus died on the cross and rose from the grave. He is the only person to ever predict His death and resurrection and be accurate.
Jesus Christ paid the price for our sins on the cross. He gave His life so we might live.
We are never alone because God is always faithful. Remember that God is always there.
God has called and chosen the elect. We should be eternally thankful for this awesome blessing.
Christians need to be wise with their money. They should not be controlled by it.
In order to truly listen, you must listen without thinking your own thoughts. Think, listen, and speak effectively.
All Christians should be actively leading people to Jesus Christ for salvation and eternal life. We know how wonderful it is to be saved and our joy should spill over into the lives...
Every believer has been given at least one spiritual gift to be used for God's glory.
Saved believers should be baptized in water because it is commanded in the Bible. Baptism is an outward sign of an inward change.
Christian fellowship is essential for Christian growth and Christian living. We all need to be encouraging other believers and we also need their encouragement.
We have no reason to worry, doubt, or fear because God is faithful. His love casts out fear.
Christians will suffer persecution in this life. We will be discriminated against and even looked down upon by some people.
Jesus Christ was born of a virgin in a manger in Bethlehem. He came to save the world from its sins. Jesus is uncreated and part of the triune Godhead, existing before time began. He...
Christians should be studying the Word, praying, and meeting with other Christians. This will help us become spiritually mature.
New believers stand in awe of God's love. They understand how they are loved immensely and owe everything to their Creator.
Sinning against others is sinning against God. We need to vehemently avoid sinning and causing others to sin.
We all have many reasons to be thankful to God. We need to continually thank Him for who He is, what He has done, and what He will do.
Sin is a serious condition and it's even like a virus. Sin has been imputed into humankind through Adam and we all need salvation.
We need to lose our life for Christ because He is worthy. Some people are hanging onto their worldly possessions and desires too tightly.
We cannot waste our time on Earth. We have a limited amount of time and must use it wisely.
God will protect you from evil, but don't forget to ask Him and trust in Him. He is faithful and your biggest ally.
Everyone is important to God. He cares about us and doesn't see us like others see us. The awesome thing about Christianity is that anyone can please God, despite the things they cannot...
Forgiving others is an important part of being a Christian. The Bible probably emphasizes it so much because Christ has forgiven our sins.
God despises casual Christianity. Take your relationship with Jesus Christ seriously.
The internet and all of the latest devices should be used to bring God glory and the Word of God to people.
God has given you your body, so you need to take care of it. You will live a better, happier, and more productive life if you exercise and stay fit.
God created everything and it was very good. He created the greatest creatures to the smallest strains of bacteria. Jesus said He would prepare a place for us in Heaven.
Christians are called to a life of joyful sacrifice. We will always be serving the Lord and serving others and we must do it with gladness.
We all need to try deeply to see God as He really is.
Christians will suffer for their faith and they will be persecuted. Get ready for it now and be determined to stand firm.
Despite what anyone thinks about us, despite what anyone says or does, God is always faithful. He is our faithful friend who we can trust and confide in.
We are all desperate for God. When we recognize it, we can humble ourselves and be blessed by Him.
God's amazing grace has been given to us through Jesus Christ. We are blessed more than we deserve. His grace is God's Riches At Christ's Expense.
These are only some of God's awesome promises to humankind. They include His faithfulness, love, deliverance, sanctification, and eternal life.
Some verses in the Bible may have a different meaning than what we think. It's wise to get multiple viewpoints and teachings because they could enhance our studies and our relationship...
Children are a gift from God. Like all of God's gifts, they are a blessing and a responsibility. Plan now to be good to the children in your life. Bless them and point them toward their...
Each Christian must know how to defend the faith. We need to be ready to give an answer in season and out of season, to those who ask why we believe.
If we are obedient and willing, God will work through us. We can be the conduit for amazing things. Get prepared now to do God's will and always give Him credit.
After knowing God's will, we have to be determined to continue doing it. Hardships and temptations will arise. We'll be attacked by the Devil or his minions.
After we get saved, God gives us great wisdom and knowledge. He teaches us hidden, secret, and deep spiritual truths. When we talk to unbelievers, we need to remember that they cannot...
God is faithful to believers. He blesses us, keeps us from evil, helps us grow, and become prosperous. Trust in Him and remember His faithfulness at all times.
Use your time wisely and glorify God with it. Don't watch things on television that you shouldn't be watching. Remember how God sees everything and is everywhere at once.
Do not fear or worry. These spirits are not from God. God wants us to be strong and confident in His promises.
God has given us the awesome hope of eternal life in Heaven. Appreciate that hope and have faith. God has kept His promises and will keep that promise to us as well.
The scriptures tell us to rebuke other believers who are sinning, so they can repent and be forgiven. We should love them so much that we want to help them live a holy life.
Avoid stealing. Recognize possessions as God's and use them wisely and for His glory and His kingdom. Ask forgiveness for anything you have stolen and repent.
It has been said that the time between someone sinning against us and forgiving them determines our character. Avoid holding grudges. Remember that God forgives you, immediately.
Fools need to seek wisdom. Wise people need to continue on a godly path. Evil lurks and wants more victims, so we need to be prayerful and careful.
Everyone needs to exercise and eat healthy foods. We also need to make sure to eat the right amount of food. Too many people don't exercise and eat too much and become lazy and unh
Jesus' resurrection is the foundational element of Christianity. Critics have opposed it. Unbelievers don't want to think about it. However, after 2000 years, it still hasn't been disproven!...
Are you ready to share the good news? Know the scriptures and the gospel and start preparing to share it. God will give you opportunities. Pray for boldness and take advantage of your...
Be ready and willing to allow believers in Christ to give you wise, spiritual rebuke. God will speak through them to bless you and help you repent. Wise people who are growing spiritually...
Don't let your biggest treasure on Earth be asphalt in Heaven. Number your priorities as God would and endeavor to worship Him and learn from Him.
In the New Testament, we read the word grace followed by peace over fifteen times. It can be concluded that grace precedes peace and without accepting God's grace and trusting in Jesus...
Jesus Christ gave His life, so we might live. He was the sacrifice for our sins, pleasing to God, so we could be redeemed and have salvation. Trust in Jesus Christ and repent from your...
The Bible tells us that fools deny God's existence. God's Word also tells us that these people have no excuse for their unbelief because God's existence and his invisible attributes...
We must study and know the scriptures inside and out. If we don't, new doctrines may come and deceive us. Arm yourself with the Word of God and study it diligently, so you don't believe...
The upright seek and find God's light. He is light and we can be reflections of His light.
Have you considered God's amazing grace? Remember that God has blessed you beyond measure, despite what you have said or done.
We need to share the good news with others. Jesus Christ is the only way to Heaven and we should tell people about Him and why we believe.
We must always give thanks to God. Every good and perfect gift comes from Him!
We must imitate Christ each day. We can follow others as long as they follow Christ, but we must emulate the fruits of the Holy Spirit. When we imitate Christ, we will be blessed, rewarded,...
God has given and continues to give us huge amounts of mercy and grace. We should ask Him for these qualities, so we can have them and extend them to others.
What happens one minute after death? The scriptures tell us that our faith will be judged. Believers in Christ will go to Heaven and those who reject Him will go to Hell. Next, believers...
The new year brings another chance to repent and live a godlier life. Some of us need to repent of big things, while others need to repent of little things. Either way, God always gives...
Jesus Christ was born of a virgin. He was not a human creation, but He was and is the uncreated God. Consequently, He had no imputed sin.
If obeying God and cultivating your relationship with Him isn't the most important thing in your life, then you're heading for a wake-up call. He will likely remove whatever is in His...
Every man, woman, and child needs God to bless their human body. Simply put, God will make our load lighter. He'll remove our burdens, yes, even the ones that are hurting our physical...
We are most vulnerable when we are hungry, angry, lonely, or tired (HALT). Be careful! Realize that the enemy will tempt you and prepare now to overcome.
We have countless reasons to be thankful to God and to others. The scriptures tell us to give thanks, so whether we do it regularly or not, it is our duty to continually thank God,
Perseverance and patience are two essential qualities for the Christian. They were emulated by Christ and they help spiritual people deal with adverse circumstances.
God has a plan and no matter how crazy things seem to get, He is still sitting on the throne. When things seem to go bad, keep focused on God and the spiritual world.
Next to Christ's birthday and resurrection, we should celebrate our spiritual birthday. The day we left spiritual death and entered spiritual life was an awesome day!
We all need to make time to worship the Lord. God commands us to worship Him because it will inevitably help us and bless us as well.
God is good and right in all things. He even makes all things work together for good to those who love Him! Marvel at God's goodness and power.
We must first believe in God. We cannot please God unless we believe in Him. The world says, Show me and I'll believe, but God says, Believe and I'll show you.
Keep your eyes on your goals and never give up. Remember that God is faithful and He'll help you persevere. Trust in Him and communicate with Him when you're feeling weak.
Evil deeds begin with evil thoughts. Guard your heart and mind and purify your thoughts, so your life will remain protected and free.
Christians need to know the Bible and how to defend it and their faith in God. We need to have a list of reasons for why we believe. Take time to prepare yourself to defend your fa
God is trustworthy because He has integrity. He also has excellent character. There is no other like Him.
God has kept all of His promises. This fact proves His integrity. God is trustworthy and good. He deserves our trust and complete devotion.
We all have spiritual gifts that need to be used to bless other believers. We also need the blessing of their gifts and encouragement.
If we are to be saved, we must trust in Jesus Christ's sacrificial and atoning death on the cross. Without this shedding of blood, there can be no remission of our sin.
Faith is an integral quality for the Christian. We must have faith in God, like a child, and we must cultivate that faith.
One day, God will judge Satan. Part 4 of a 4 part series on Satan.
Do you know what Satan has done and is doing? Part 3 of a 4 part series on Satan.
Satan is subject to God, who has put many limitations on him. Part 2 of a 4 part series on Satan.
Discover Satan's origin and fall from Heaven. Part 1 of a 4 part series on Satan.
Make a joyful shout and sing praises to the Lord! Part 3 of a 3 part series on worship.
Lift up your hands in the sanctuary! Part 2 of a 3 part series on worship.
Clap your hands, all you peoples! Part 1 of a 3 part series on worship.
The Bible is inerrant! Dr. Gastrich has found over 4,000 answers to alleged errors.
Are you going to Heaven when you die? Repent and trust in Jesus Christ and you'll be saved!
