Continuing my study following Jesus through Passion Week.

Jesus began his last week on earth riding into Jerusalem, under a canopy of palm branches waved by crowds. Many of those people were mistaken in their understanding of who they were honoring.

Valentines, flowers, and candy are romantic ways to express your love. However, they are a dim reflection of love as described in the Bible.

Is there joy down deep in your heart? Does it show on your face?

If you want to see people tune out of a conversation, talk about sin. Even Christians don’t want to acknowledge it.

The month of January symbolizes a new start for many. It is the month of New Year’s Resolutions and new beginnings – even planning a new way of life. For the Christian, a new life began with belief in Jesus Christ. January’s devotion centers on Jesus Christ as Savior.

You may have transitioned into the role of caregiver without realizing it. Your spouse or parent or child became ill and you took care of them. Their illness became a lingering condition.

We pray regularly for the physical needs of family and friends. How often do we pray for spiritual needs?

I’m resolved to devote more time and more of my heart to prayer through a study of the prayers of Paul the apostle.

Am I happy at playing the game or will I press on toward the win? Thoughts of 1 Corinthians 9:24.