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About Kirk's Devotional Journal

Kirk L. Zehnder is the Founder of Resurrection Christian Outreach. RCO is a ministry that promotes the growth and vitality of the local church through speaking engagements, seminars, various media tools, and written curriculum and books. This ministry was started over 35 years ago by Kirk as a means to strengthen the church that he was pastoring. It grew as Kirk began to share these tools with other churches. Today many of the materials are being used by local churches both nationally and internationally. Kirk's Devotional Journal is a result of struggling with Bible reading programs that never seemed to work. Kirk feels the Lord helped him discover an easy-to-follow program to Read, Reflect, Pray, and Journal through the Bible in one year. This program is called L.I.F.E. Unlike other programs there are no dates to follow. You can miss a day and still complete your reading. You never feel like the dates and verses you missed are chasing you. You are free to enjoy your daily Biblical journey and listen to the voice of The Lord. For more information on the L.I.F.E. plan, send an email to rcoutreach@aol.com. Kirk is also available for speaking engagements, seminars, and retreats. With over 40 years of professional business and pastoral ministry experience, Kirk brings a unique combination of practical wisdom, humor, and Biblical insight. If you would like Kirk to speak at your church, school, or ministry, please send an email to rcoutreach@aol.com and we will get back to you as soon as possible to discuss your opportunity.

NOTHING IS GREATER!

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

ROMANS 8:35-37: “Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the … Continue reading →

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IF YOU DO THIS…GOD WILL DO THAT! (Sound familiar?)

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

ROMANS 4:13-15: “Clearly, God’s promise to give the whole earth to Abraham and his descendants was based not on his obedience to God’s law, but on a right relationship with God that comes by faith. If God’s promise is only … Continue reading →

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WHAT IS THE ANSWER TO ALL THE VIOLENCE?

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

ROMANS 1:16-17: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at work, saving everyone who believes—the Jew first and also the Gentile. This Good News tells us how God makes us … Continue reading →

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BLESSED ASSURANCE!

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

PSALMS 111:7-10: “All he does is just and good, and all his commandments are trustworthy. They are forever true, to be obeyed faithfully and with integrity. He has paid a full ransom for his people. He has guaranteed his covenant … Continue reading →

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SPEAK OUT! (Get out of the Barn and into the Harvest!)

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

PSALMS 107:1-2: “Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good! His faithful love endures forever. Has the Lord redeemed you? Then speak out! Tell others he has redeemed you from your enemies.” NLT OBSERVATION: When was the last time … Continue reading →

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THE VASTNESS OF GOD’S GRACE…

Posted on April 12, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

PSALMS 103:10-12: “He does not punish us for all our sins; he does not deal harshly with us, as we deserve. For his unfailing love toward those who fear him is as great as the height of the heavens above … Continue reading →

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WHAT HAPPENS BEHIND CLOSED DOORS? (Stewarding my digital life!)

Posted on April 10, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

PSALMS 101:2-6: “I will be careful to live a blameless life— when will you come to help me? I will lead a life of integrity in my own home. I will refuse to look at anything vile and vulgar. I … Continue reading →

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A GOOD FRIDAY PERSPECTIVE!

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

PSALMS 93:3: “The floods have risen up, O Lord. The floods have roared like thunder; the floods have lifted their pounding waves.” OBSERVATION: Today is Good Friday. It is a day of perspective. It is a day of purpose. It … Continue reading →

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DON’T FORGET THE CHILDREN!

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

JOHN 21:15-17: “After breakfast, Jesus asked Simon Peter, ‘Simon, son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.” “Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him. Jesus repeated the question: “Simon, … Continue reading →

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I HAVE GIVEN THEM MY GLORY…

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

JOHN 17:22-23: “I have given them the glory you gave me, so they may be one as we are one. I am in them, and you are in me. May they experience such perfect unity that the world will know … Continue reading →

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