Tag Archives: Jesus

In His Own Image


Background: The Bible says that God created man in His own image.  Why would God do this?  What does this actually mean?  Do we look like God?  Do we act like God?  If we are created in His own image, … Continue reading

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The Word Became Flesh – A Christmas Devotional


Background: Christmas is all about celebrating the birth of “Christ” Jesus … not Santa Claus, not giving and getting, not friends, not even family.  Not to say that the traditions that surround Christmas are unimportant.  But when our traditions interfere … Continue reading

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“Do!” – A Call to Right Christian Action


Background: What a simple two letter word … “do” … yet it seems that to “do” what is right is one of the most difficult things for man to achieve.  “Do” can take on so many meanings so let’s narrow … Continue reading

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What Is A Friend?


Background: Webster defines “friend” as: one attached to another by affection or esteem; an acquaintance; one that is not hostile; one that is of the same nation, party, or group. With the advent of modern social networking programs such as … Continue reading

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On Biblical Giving to the Local Church


Special Note: This article is included in Jim’s book “Christian Devotions & Quick Studies” along with 33 other articles and is available for purchase in Hardback, Paperback and eBook formats at this link:  Jim’s Books Background: Several years ago I … Continue reading

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The Servant Who Suffered For Us – An Easter Devotional


Revised & Reposted: April 4, 2014 Background: If you had been a Jew in Jesus’ day, you  probably would have been disappointed to learn that He was the promised and  long-expected Messiah.  The idea of a suffering messiah never gained … Continue reading

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Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul


Since the original posting of my article, Thank You Lord for Saving My Soul, on January 14, 2011, it has been read by internet users thousands of times. I suppose that is because a lot of lives were positively affected … Continue reading

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