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Do not love the world or the things in the world. If anyone loves the world, the love of the Father is not in him. For all that is in the world—the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not of the Father but is of the world.
– 1 John 2:15-16
Early in the Bible we are presented with the reason for which we live in such a sad and broken world. Through the first man (and woman) sin entered the world, and death through sin, and death and sin have been spread to every one of us. All of creation now sits under the curse and burden of sin and death.
How did such a terrible thing happen? Through the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life. It’s described like this…
So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, that it was pleasant to the eyes, and a tree desirable to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate. She also gave to her husband with her, and he ate.
– Genesis 3:6
Desire met temptation with opportunity, and Adam and Eve (the first humans) were sunk. The tree looked good (the lust of the eyes), they figured it would taste good (the lust of the flesh) and they were told by the tempter that it would make them like God (the pride of life). So, they gook and ate.
Today’s goal
Don’t stand too close to or gaze to long upon ungodly things that you desire. When lustful desire meets temptation with opportunity, you’ll fall too.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
2 John 1
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Daily Thoughts
Many Bible teachers, including myself, believe that John’s reference to “the elect lady” in 2 John is a coded reference referring to the Church. Therefore, John here pleads with the church both 2,000 years ago, and now, to keep the ancient command of God to love one another.
Love is the summary of all of God’s law. As Paul wrote to the Galatians…
And as Jesus spoke in Matthew 22:37-40…
It would be difficult to keep all of God’s written law exactingly. But thankfully everything can be concisely summed up in one word. Love.
Today’s goal
Love God and one another.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 John 5
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Daily Thoughts
The Apostle Paul writes in the Book of Romans that Christians are “more than conquerors through Him (Jesus) who loved us” (Romans 8:37). The word “overcomes” in 1 John 5 and “conquerors” in Romans 8 are the same root words in the original Greek. Through faith in Christ we become conquerors, overcoming the sin and death of this fallen world.
Take heart when faced with difficulties and trials in this world. This world is not all that there is, and in Christ we have an absolutely certain hope of a life beyond this.
Today’s goal
Give thanks to God for all that He has given us in Christ. Happy Thanksgiving!
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 John 4
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Daily Thoughts
Many refer to 1 Corinthians 13 as “The Love Chapter” in the Bible. First John 4 has to hold a close second in the love competition category. The word love is found 27 times in the 21 verses of this chapter. Here John, the beloved apostle, reveals this great truth; “God is love.”
There are many words that can be used to describe God; holy, just, good, gracious, merciful, powerful, creative, etc. But no list would be complete without “love” near the very top. Without the love of God there’d be no plan for the redemption of lost humanity. Jesus (our Redeemer) is the tangible expression of the love of God. In Him we see the Father’s love demonstrated, and through Him we experience the goodness of God’s love both now and forever.
Today’s goal
Seek to experience and express God’s love in a tangible way today.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 John 3
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
This is a challenging word for Americans. It is clear that we are a nation that “has this world’s goods.” A brief check on the Global Rich List reveals that an income of just $32,500 puts you in the top 1%. I guess those Occupy Wall Street peeps might need to change their slogan. Not only are we the most wealthy, there is also not a day that goes by that we do not see our fellow brothers and sisters in need.
“God, help me to have a giving heart! Cause Your love to abide in me.”
Today’s goal
Be thankful. Don’t shut up your heart from those truly in need.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 John 2
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
Early in the Bible we are presented with the reason for which we live in such a sad and broken world. Through the first man (and woman) sin entered the world, and death through sin, and death and sin have been spread to every one of us. All of creation now sits under the curse and burden of sin and death.
How did such a terrible thing happen? Through the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes and the pride of life. It’s described like this…
Desire met temptation with opportunity, and Adam and Eve (the first humans) were sunk. The tree looked good (the lust of the eyes), they figured it would taste good (the lust of the flesh) and they were told by the tempter that it would make them like God (the pride of life). So, they gook and ate.
Today’s goal
Don’t stand too close to or gaze to long upon ungodly things that you desire. When lustful desire meets temptation with opportunity, you’ll fall too.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 John 1
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
Jesus’s death, burial and resurrection were sufficient and acceptable sacrifices to fully deal with the dark stain of our failures and sin. That is gospel truth that I can stand upon and rejoice in. But while His sacrifice satisfies God’s righteous requirements for all who have sinned, His sacrifice only cleanses that which is brought to Him through confession. You and I cannot cleans ourselves. Only Christ can make us clean. But I have to invite Him—through confession—to do so.
Today’s goal
Don’t try to make yourself clean. You can’t do it anyways. Ask for God to forgive and cleans you from all unrighteousness.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
2 Peter 3
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
“Knowing this first.” Anytime I see words like those I know that what follows is important. These words are important, and we are certainly living in days in which scoffers mock both the promise of Christ’s second coming, and those that believe and look for Him.
Don’t lose heart! As sure as Jesus came the first time, He will come again.
Today’s goal
Be strong in the promise and hope of the Lord’s coming.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
2 Peter 2
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
Often times you and I like to think that “we’ve got this.” We don’t! Especially when it comes to the temptations we face. Whatever temptation you face today, God knows how to deliver you out of it.
Today’s goal
Ask God to help you! Don’t try to live this life on your own, without His direction and help.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
2 Peter 1
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
It seems to be a regular occurrence for me; I just don’t feel as though I have the ability or strength that I need for the given circumstance. Perhaps you can relate to the feeling. This profound verse flies in the face of my (wrong) thought process.
According to God’s power (which, evidently is HUGE), He has given me all that I need to live this life in a godly manner. In Him I have everything I need to face the trying circumstances I may face today, and so do you.
Today’s goal
Ask God to supply you with the patience, self-control, strength, joy, power, or whatever you may need for the trials you face today.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon
1 Peter 5
/in Daily Post /by Pastor MilesClick For Today’s Audio
Devotional
This is an exhortation that is the 100% antithesis of 21st century American cultural mindset. But it brings to bear upon our hearts the reality that as followers of Jesus, we are “not of this world.” Like “What Would Jesus Do?” back in the 90’s, “Not of this world” was a trendy slogan in the 00’s. I can think of no greater way to do what Jesus would do and also express our other-worldliness than to be clothed with humility.
Today’s goal
Be humble. Or you will (eventually) be humbled.
Helpful Resources
Enduring Word Commentary with Pastor David Guzik
Read the Scriptures at Bible.com
Download the YouVersion Bible App
Additional Daily Devotionals
My Utmost for His Highest | Oswald Chambers
Morning & Evening | Charles Spurgeon