Category Archives: Matthew

AM I READY FOR HEAVEN? (A Believer’s Checklist)

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 25:22-23: “The servant who had received the two bags of silver came forward and said, ‘Master, you gave me two bags of silver to invest, and I have earned two more.’ “The master said, ‘Well done, my good and … Continue reading →

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WHEN THE TITLE FADES…

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 20:25-28: “But Jesus called them together and said, ‘You know that the rulers in this world lord it over their people, and officials flaunt their authority over those under them. But among you it will be different. Whoever wants … Continue reading →

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JESUS PRAYED!

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 14:22-23: “Immediately after this, Jesus insisted that his disciples get back into the boat and cross to the other side of the lake, while he sent the people home. After sending them home, he went up into the hills … Continue reading →

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THE MOST IMPORTANT QUESTION!

Posted on January 4, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 10:32-33: “Everyone who acknowledges me publicly here on earth, I will also acknowledge before my Father in heaven. But everyone who denies me here on earth, I will also deny before my Father in heaven.” NLT OBSERVATION: What is … Continue reading →

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JUST SAY THE WORD!

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

MATTHEW 8:5-8: “When Jesus returned to Capernaum, a Roman officer came and pleaded with him, ‘Lord, my young servant lies in bed, paralyzed and in terrible pain.’ Jesus said, ‘I will come and heal him.’ But the officer said, ‘Lord, … Continue reading →

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WHAT ROAD AM I ON?

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 7:13-14: “You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. But the gateway to life is very narrow, and the … Continue reading →

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ABOVE ALL ELSE! (Priorities for a New Year)

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 6:33-34: “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need. “ So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.” … Continue reading →

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A NEW YEAR’S FOCUS…

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 4:17: “From then on, Jesus began to preach, “Repent of your sins and turn to God, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” NLT OBSERVATION: Christmas is in the books for another year. As the year comes to an … Continue reading →

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THE DANGER OF MISPLACED HOPE…

Posted on January 23, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 27:3-10: “Then Judas, his betrayer, seeing that Jesus had been condemned, was full of remorse and returned the thirty pieces of silver to the chief priests and elders.  (4)  “I have sinned by betraying innocent blood,” he said. “What’s … Continue reading →

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A NEW YEAR…WHAT IS HOLDING YOU BACK?

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

MATTHEW 14:14-18: “When he went ashore, he saw a large crowd, had compassion on them, and healed their sick.  (15)  When evening came, the disciples approached him and said, “This place is deserted, and it is already late. Send the … Continue reading →

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