“…whoever says he abides in [Jesus] ought to walk in the same way in which he walked” (1 John 2:6).Tucker was in grade eleven. He was in an apprenticeship program to become a welder. He was working and learning under Bill, a retired teacher. Bill was known for three things: his sense of humour, his … Continue reading When the Lord rubs off on you
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Who are we most closely tethered to?
“If then you have been raised with Christ, seek the things that are above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things that are above, not on things that are on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God” (Colossians 3:1-3).What does … Continue reading Who are we most closely tethered to?
A perfect time to re-centre
“Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour” (Matthew 25:13).A dying boy wanted to meet Dwight Eisenhower, the 34th President of America, whose term occupied most of the 1950’s. Somehow his request made its way to the President. One day, low and behold, Eisenhower just showed up at his front door, unannounced. It … Continue reading A perfect time to re-centre
How you live today—and the last day
“Surely I am coming soon” (Revelation 22:20).Advent is the four-week period leading up to Christmas. It is from a Latin word meaning “coming.” At this time of year, we think about the first coming of Christ at Christmas. Makes sense. Historically, however, it is also a time to think about the “second coming” when Jesus … Continue reading How you live today—and the last day
Unduly attached to the earthly
One of Jesus’ most famous statements—and also one of his most challenging—is about taking up your cross. Here it is:“If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. For whoever would save his life will lose it, but whoever loses his life for my sake and … Continue reading Unduly attached to the earthly
Love has a rival
“So whatever you wish that others would do to you, do also to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets” (Matthew 7:12).What comes to mind when I say the word “rival”?A rival competes for something—and that competition is usually fierce. Perhaps you think about a sports rivalry, like the one that exists between … Continue reading Love has a rival
Prioritizing what Jesus prioritizes
In the previous devotional we talked about “distracted living.” Just how someone can become a “distracted driver” when behind the wheel, we can lose our focus about what and who matters most in life.As the people of God, it can be helpful to think deliberately about this with the following question: Am I prioritizing what … Continue reading Prioritizing what Jesus prioritizes
Distracted driving, or distracted living?
One of the biggest threats to road safety today is distracted driving. The national collision database says it contributed to 25.5% of serious injury collisions in 2021. Each year it seems to be increasing. A national survey found that 79% of drivers admitted to being distracted while driving. But this devotional isn’t about distracted driving. It’s … Continue reading Distracted driving, or distracted living?
Think first
“All who are prudent act with knowledge, but fools expose their folly” (Proverbs 13:16).If you ever get caught under a colossal pile of snow as a result of an avalanche, don’t dig blindly. Spit first. Let me explain.Science Magazine told the story of an individual who, after being trapped under the snow, died. But before … Continue reading Think first
A perpetual factory of idols
In yesterday’s devotional I highlighted two questions from Tim Keller’s book, Counterfeit Gods.** Today I’m going to highlight two more. They are designed to help us think about our ultimate commitments. Is God number one in our lives, or have we let something or someone else compete for the throne that only belongs to him?1. … Continue reading A perpetual factory of idols
