Tag Archives: obedience

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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FIGHT, FIGHT, FIGHT!

Posted on August 3, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

1 TIMOTHY 6:11-12: “But you, Timothy, are a man of God; so run from all these evil things. Pursue righteousness and a godly life, along with faith, love, perseverance, and gentleness. Fight the good fight for the true faith. Hold … Continue reading →

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AM I WRESTLING WITH MY SIN (Or Am I Sanctified Completely?)

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

1 THESSALONIANS 5:23-25: “Now may the God of peace himself sanctify you completely. And may your whole spirit,  soul, and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord  Jesus Christ. He who calls you is faithful; … Continue reading →

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HOW TO LIVE IN A MIXED-UP, CRAZY WORLD…

Posted on June 8, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

1 Corinthians 16:13-14: “Be alert, stand firm in the faith, be courageous, be strong. Do everything in love.” CSB OBSERVATION: I am on vacation in Hawaii! My room looks out over the rocky shoreline of the Big Island. I can … Continue reading →

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THE PATHWAY TO A FRUITFUL LIFE…

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

JOHN 15:5-6: “I am the vine;   you are the branches. The one who remains in me and I in him produces much fruit, because you can do nothing without me. [6] If anyone does not remain in me, he … Continue reading →

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BREAKING DOWN CLOSED DOORS (When we ignore God’s warnings)

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

NUMBERS 22:31-33: “Then the Lord opened Balaam’s eyes, and he saw the angel of the Lord standing in the path with a drawn sword in his hand. Balaam knelt low and bowed in worship on his face. [32] The angel … Continue reading →

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HOW TO WALK AFTER THE SPIRIT…

Posted on February 28, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

NUMBERS 9:21-23: “Sometimes the cloud remained only from evening until morning; when the cloud lifted in the morning, they set out. Or if it remained a day and a night, they moved out when the cloud lifted. [22] Whether it … Continue reading →

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THE CALL TO HOLINESS…

Posted on February 20, 2025 by Kirk's Devotional Journal

LEVITICUS 19:1-2: “The Lord spoke to Moses: [2] “Speak to the entire Israelite community and tell them: Be holy  because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” CSB OBSERVATION:  God has called His people to be holy.  They are to … 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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