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Daily Devotion

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12
Oct2023

Crosses

by Verena Johnson

Then he called the crowd to himself along with his disciples and said: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me’ (Mark 8:34).

11
Oct2023

Seeing clearly

by Verena Johnson

Once more Jesus put his hands on the man’s eyes. Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly (Mark 8:25).

10
Oct2023

Forgetfulness

by Verena Johnson

His disciples answered, ‘But where in this remote place can anyone get enough bread to feed them?’ (Mark 8:4)

09
Oct2023

Crumbs

by Verena Johnson

‘Lord,’ she replied, ‘even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs’ (Mark 7:28).

08
Oct2023

Cornerstone

by Verena Johnson

The stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone; the Lord has done this, and it is marvellous in our eyes (Matthew 21:42b).

07
Oct2023

Loss and restoration of the vineyard

by Pastor Matt Bishop

Return to us, God Almighty! Look down from heaven and see! Watch over this vine (Psalm 80:14).