Tag Archives: grace

AM I HUMBLE OR STUBBORN?

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

1 PETER 5:5-7: “In the same way, you who are younger must accept the authority of the elders. And all of you, dress yourselves in humility as you relate to one another, for “God opposes the proud but gives grace … Continue reading →

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HOW TO DEAL WITH ‘SOUL POLLUTION’!

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

JAMES 4:7-10: “So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided … Continue reading →

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ARE MY LOYALTIES DIVIDED? (When I ask for wisdom and it does not come)

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

JAMES 1:5-8: “If you need wisdom, ask our generous God, and he will give it to you. He will not rebuke you for asking. But when you ask him, be sure that your faith is in God alone. Do not … Continue reading →

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I STRUGGLE WITH FAITH…

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

HEBREWS 11:1-2: “Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see. Through their faith, the people in days of old earned a good reputation.” NLT OBSERVATION: I struggle with faith. There, … Continue reading →

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WHAT SHOULD I DO UNTIL JESUS RETURNS?

Posted on August 21, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

TITUS 2:11-14: “For the grace of God has been revealed, bringing salvation to all people. And we are instructed to turn from godless living and sinful pleasures. We should live in this evil world with wisdom, righteousness, and devotion to … Continue reading →

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FOLLOW THE MONEY…

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

1 TIMOTHY 6:5: “These people always cause trouble. Their minds are corrupt, and they have turned their backs on the truth. To them, a show of godliness is just a way to become wealthy.” OBSERVATION: I will never forget an … Continue reading →

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IS LIFE JUST A ROLL OF THE DICE?

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

ECCLESIASTES 9:11: “I have observed something else under the sun. The fastest runner doesn’t always win the race, and the strongest warrior doesn’t always win the battle. The wise sometimes go hungry, and the skillful are not necessarily wealthy. And … 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 PROSPERITY GOSPEL? (What is the Blessing of Abraham?)

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

GALATIANS 3:8-9: “What’s more, the Scriptures looked forward to this time when God would make the Gentiles right in his sight because of their faith. God proclaimed this good news to Abraham long ago when he said, “All nations will … Continue reading →

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LISTEN MORE…SPEAK LESS!

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

PROVERBS 17:27-28: “A truly wise person uses few words; a person with understanding is even-tempered. Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.” NLT OBSERVATION: Has your tongue ever gotten you into … Continue reading →

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