2009-06-23T16:18:23-05:00 GCI info@gospel.com http://www.gospel.com/feeds/topics/devotionals http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/37/One-Answer.aspx 2009-06-23T16:18:23-05:00 If we were to die today and meet Jesus at the gates of Heaven, what could we say to convince Him that we should be allowed into paradise? Could we tell Jesus that we prayed to be saved when we were young? Could we tell Jesus that we tried our best to live a good life? What kind of answer would suffice? This devotional looks at what scripture proclaims to be the one and only answer we should be prepared to offer. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/36/Spring-Cleaning.aspx 2009-05-10T20:06:58-05:00 Keeping our lives free from sin is a bit like keeping our house clean and in good repair. There are chores we must do daily to stay on top of it, but sometimes that is not enough. Sometimes we need to compile a list of all the little things that need to be fixed or cleaned and then perform some much-needed spring cleaning. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/7/Asking-God-For-Help-Part-1.aspx 2009-03-29T19:23:49-05:00 I think we sometimes miss the point of petitioning God. There is absolutely nothing wrong with asking God for things we need or even things we want. The important thing to keep in mind is that actually getting the thing we're asking for is the least important part of the whole process.... http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/8/Asking-God-For-Help-Part-2.aspx?message=posted 2009-03-29T19:23:03-05:00 There are many ways God can help us during our times of need, but the most common pattern is for God to take what we offer and turn into something greater than we can do on our own. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/9/Asking-God-For-Help-Part-3.aspx 2009-03-29T19:21:40-05:00 In this final devotional in the series, we look at the role anxiety plays in our surrender to God. Whenever we find ourselves worrying about the outcome of conflict or crisis, it's an indication that there is something we have failed to do, or something we need to stop doing. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/35/God-In-the-Drivers-Seat.aspx 2009-03-29T19:20:15-05:00 It's vital to our relationship with God that we learn to ask for help, relinquish control and surrender to His will in everything we do. This devotional looks at some practical ways we can do this every time we have a decision to make. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/34/Temptation.aspx 2009-03-01T16:26:48-05:00 Too many marriages are failing today and when they do, temptation often plays a significant part. The consequences are enormous. How can we protect ourselves? This devotional examines the nature of these temptations and explores some strategies for dealing with temptation before it happens. http://hutchcraft.com/a-life-that-matters/radio-program/when-toys-are-smarter-than-we-are-8208 2009-02-19T10:17:14-05:00 When you buy your kids or grandkids toys these days, you'd better be sure you have batteries. They're usually not included and the toys usually require them. My daughter pointed out to me recently a helpful little feature some of her kids' toys have. It’s an indicator that their battery is low. She said, "It’s too bad people don't have that." I said, “That’s a thought worth pursuing.” So I will. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals/11/Listening-To-Each-Other.aspx 2009-01-25T14:45:31-05:00 How often during a conversation do you find yourself thinking about what you are going to say next, rather than listening to what the other person is really saying? One of the simplest ways we can put love into action is to offer our undivided attention and take our thoughts off ourselves. http://delveintojesus.com/Devotionals.aspx?id=12&time=966&message=saved 2009-01-25T14:44:56-05:00 Our relationship with Jesus has much in common with our relationships with friends and family. When we demonstrate effort and commitment in our relationships, they flourish. When neglected or abandoned, they suffer and decline. As with any relationship, listening plays a very important part.