by Ron Moore | Jul 22, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
We are focusing on God’s promises reiterated throughout the psalms. These promises are found on every page of Israel’s worship guide and remind us of God’s presence and power in our lives. Today’s passage delivers the promise that God is our rock, refuge, and stronghold.
There is no getting around it. Storms will come, and sometimes they are unleashed in our lives. Personal storms come through unmet expectations and unfulfilled dreams. Sometimes clouds of darkness from illness and grief build in our hearts: disappointment, discouragement, disillusionment, and depression rain in our souls. But amid the storm—God is our stronghold!
by Ron Moore | Jul 21, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
Do you ever have nights when you can’t go to sleep? You toss and turn—your mind races. Then fear shows up. For those of you going through illness, nights can be the worst time. While others sleep, nights are lonely hours that invite your mind to entertain all the “what ifs,” and those “what ifs” never bring comfort.
There is no getting around it. Storms will come, and sometimes they are unleashed in our lives. Personal storms come through unmet expectations and unfulfilled dreams. Sometimes clouds of darkness from illness and grief build in our hearts: disappointment, discouragement, disillusionment, and depression rain in our souls. But amid the storm—God is our stronghold!
by Ron Moore | Jul 20, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
This past week the clouds gathered, and the sky darkened, interrupted by periodic flashes of lightning. A storm was on its way, and in a matter of minutes, it unleashed rain, hail, wind, cracks of thunder, and flashes of lightning.
There is no getting around it. Storms will come, and sometimes they are unleashed in our lives. Personal storms come through unmet expectations and unfulfilled dreams. Sometimes clouds of darkness from illness and grief build in our hearts: disappointment, discouragement, disillusionment, and depression rain in our souls. But amid the storm—God is our stronghold!
by Ron Moore | Jul 19, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
The Creator has you on his mind. What an amazing truth! In today’s psalm, we see that God is magnificent and filled with splendor. He is exalted above all creation. And he has you on his mind. That’s a great promise.
by Ron Moore | Jul 18, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
Conflicts are hard. And they are extremely difficult when the issue is with your own children. That’s where King David found himself in today’s psalm. His son Absalom had gained a strong following and was intent on dethroning his dad. David and his household were forced to flee for their lives (2 Samuel 15-18).
by Ron Moore | Jul 17, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Promises in the Psalms
Welcome to Promises in the Psalms—a devotional series purposed to glean the great promises of God from Israel’s book of worship. In this collection of prayers, songs, laments, and crying out to God, we will find rich promises to form the foundation of our journey. Let’s begin with the first psalm to ascertain where the believer’s delight is found.
by Ron Moore | Jul 16, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
The true believer has eternal security. No one can snatch us out of God’s hand (John 10:27-30). Nothing can separate us from his love (Romans 8:38-39). Our imperishable inheritance is kept in heaven for us “who through faith are shielded by God’s power” (1 Peter 1:3-5 NIV). But the assurance of our salvation does not allow us to live a sloppy spiritual life.
by Ron Moore | Jul 15, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Think about it! Disease that wracks the body—healed! Broken hearts from broken relationships—over! Wayward children—home! Stricken with grief—comforted! Addictions—overcome! Years of separation—united! Disappointment—elation!
by Ron Moore | Jul 14, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Scoffers are great at scoffing. Dripping with sarcasm, they asked the believers, “When is this so-called ‘coming’ that Jesus promised?” Facing persecution, the believers were wondering the same thing. No doubt many were thinking, “Lord, if you are going to come back, this would really be a good time!” So, Peter gives an explanation and encouragement.
by Ron Moore | Jul 13, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
The discussion of the last days has been and will continue to be a topic of much debate inside and outside the church. Inside the church, discussions will center on the timing of Christ’s return and whether Christians will be delivered (raptured) from the tribulation. Outside the church, “scoffers” will use the end times as fodder for jokes and mockingly ask, in essence, “If Jesus is really going to return, what’s taking so long?” This question, “What’s taking so long?” has no doubt occupied the minds of quite a few Christians. But our job is not to know the time. Our job is to live expectantly.
by Ron Moore | Jul 12, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Can you imagine what would be going through your mind if you knew those persecuting the church would soon arrive in your city? No doubt your heart and mind would be filled with anxiety. You would be fearful for yourself, but even more so for your spouse and children. So, Peter wrote two letters to help those facing difficult times to focus their minds on wholesome (pure, unsullied, and sincere) thoughts.
by Ron Moore | Jul 11, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Have you ever heard the adage about the dog and the pig? The saying about the dog is from the proverbs. The one about the pig is from an unknown source. But Peter puts them together to make a graphic point.
by Ron Moore | Jul 10, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
The world promises freedom but delivers slavery. Here’s what Peter tells believers as his life is coming to an end.
by Ron Moore | Jul 9, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
False teachers are a dime a dozen. They stand tall with stage presence. Their presentation is engaging. Their message is wrapped in an attractive package. But at the end of the day, the attractive package is empty, like “waterless springs.” The stage presence is backed by pride, and the message engages hearers by appealing to the “sensual passions of the flesh.”
by Ron Moore | Jul 8, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
False teachers always have an angle that slants in their favor. And the teachers Peter warned his readers about were coming into town for personal profit.
by Ron Moore | Jul 7, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Since the beginning of time, they have been around. They come from every race. They have lived in every century. They have penetrated every culture. They have whispered their message behind closed doors and shouted it from the street corners. They have spread their poison one-on-one and before groups of thousands. They have used tablets, scrolls, books, radio, television, and the Internet to mislead anyone who will listen. False teachers have been and always will be among us.
by Ron Moore | Jul 6, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
OK, time for some theology. Put today’s passage under the heading “Inspiration of Scripture.” Peter’s words here serve as a proof text verifying God as the author of the Bible by using the pen and personalities of men. Check out this passage.
by Ron Moore | Jul 5, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
The written Word of God, made more certain by fulfilled prophecy, is like “a lamp shining in a dark place.” The psalmist said it this way, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path” (Psalm 119:105).
by Ron Moore | Jul 5, 2023 | Daily Broadcast, Romans
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by Ron Moore | Jul 4, 2023 | Daily Devotion, Living Hope
Peter was indeed an “eyewitness of [Christ’s] majesty” (2 Peter 1:16). While the false teachers invented clever stories, he spoke the very words of God. His firsthand account carried weight with the recipients of this letter…and is authoritative for us today.
