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Daily Devotion

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13
Aug2024

Don’t let your anger lead you into sin

by Len Tscharke

There was a sharp argument, and they separated: Barnabas took Mark and sailed off for Cyprus, while Paul chose Silas and left, commended by the believers to the care of the Lord’s grace (Acts 15:39,40).

12
Aug2024

Encourage one another

by Len Tscharke

When the people read [the letter], they were filled with joy by the message of encouragement. Judas and Silas, who were themselves prophets, spoke a long time with them, giving them courage and strength (Acts 15:31,32).

11
Aug2024

Grumblings and bread

by Grace Simpson

‘Stop grumbling among yourselves,’ Jesus answered. ‘No one can come to me unless the Father who sent me draws them, and I will raise them up at the last day’ (John 6:43,44).

10
Aug2024

Fear not

by Stuart Gray

I sought the Lord, and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears (Psalm 34:4).

09
Aug2024

Remove the roadblocks

by Stuart Gray

It is my judgement, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God (Acts 15:19).

08
Aug2024

Let go of control

by Stuart Gray

We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved (Acts 15:11).