Category Archives: Ephesians

IMITATE GOD? (Can anyone do this?)

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

EPHESIANS 5:1: “Imitate God, therefore, in everything you do, because you are his dear children.” NLT OBSERVATION: Imitate God? Talk about a statement that causes you to stop, dead in your tracks. As I began to read the opening of … Continue reading →

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WHO IS PULLING THE STRINGS? (A reflection on America’s 250th Anniversary!)

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

EPHESIANS 2:1-3: “Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is … Continue reading →

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THE BELIEVER STANDS!

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 6:14-15: “Stand, therefore, with truth like a belt around your waist, righteousness like armor on your chest, and your feet sandaled with readiness for the gospel of peace.” OBSERVATION: What does a believer do when angry people storm the … Continue reading →

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WHY AM I HERE? WHAT SHOULD I DO NEXT?

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 2:8-10: “For you are saved by grace through faith, and this is not from yourselves; it is God’s gift, not from works, so that no one can boast. For we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good … Continue reading →

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HELP ME SEE JESUS!

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 1:17-19: “I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the glorious Father, would give you the Spirit of wisdom and revelation in the knowledge of him. I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened … Continue reading →

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WILL I BE ABLE TO STAND!

Posted on July 7, 2024 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

‭Ephesians 6:10-14: “Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. For we do … Continue reading →

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FOLLOW THE SCIENCE?

Posted on July 1, 2024 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 2:1-3: “Once you were dead because of your disobedience and your many sins. You used to live in sin, just like the rest of the world, obeying the devil—the commander of the powers in the unseen world. He is … Continue reading →

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AM I A STRONG CHRISTIAN? (Or am I just faking it?)

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 6:10: “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might.” Ephesians 6:10 OBSERVATION: Am I a strong Christian? Is my trust in Christ unwavering? Do I find myself getting up each day with an increased … Continue reading →

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WHO NEEDS THE CHURCH? (How often do I go to church?)

Posted on July 7, 2023 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 1:22: “And He put all things in subjection under His feet, and made Him head over all things to the church, which is His body, the fullness of Him who fills all in all.” NASB OBSERVATION: Who needs the … Continue reading →

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THE GIFT OF POWER (An Advent Reflection)

Posted on December 17, 2022 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

EPHESIANS 3:20-21: “Now to him who is able to do above and beyond all that we ask or think according to the power that works in us —  to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all … Continue reading →

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