The Old Testament prophets prophesied that a virgin would give birth to the Messiah and He would be born into the lineage of David. God chose Mary to fulfill that task. Mary became a valuable example for us when God calls us. Click on the link below to read how her example can help us when God puts a call on our lives. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Discipleship #Luke
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The Star of Bethlehem did what no other star has done. This star led a group of foreigners looking for the Messiah to a group of people who had been praying for the coming of the Messiah but didn't expect Him in their lifetime. Click on the link below to read about how God still does miracles. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Matthew
The Christmas story didn't begin with the birth of Jesus, and it didn't end with His birth. The focal point of this story is, of course, our Lord's birth. However, today's post focuses on the ministry of Mary and Joseph. Click on the link below to read what their ministry means to us. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
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Did you ever see something so exciting you couldn't wait to tell someone else about it? On the night of the Lord's birth, the shepherds had that type of story, which amazed everyone who heard it. Click the link below to read this post and how it relates to us. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Luke
After arriving in Bethlehem, Joseph and Mary got settled in a stable where the birth of Jesus took place. As far as we know, Mary, Joseph, and their new born baby were all alone, but not for long. Click on the link below to read about the heavenly celebration. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Evangelism #Luke
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Can you imagine how Joseph must have felt when he found out the girl he was going to marry was pregnant? At first Joseph considered himself a victim, but soon learned after His visit from an angel that he was a part of God's plan. Click on the link below to read how it all fit together. #BibleStudy #Christmas #Devotions #Discipleship #Matthew
https://www.ramckinley.com/an-angel-appeared-to-joseph-in-a-dream/
In the first verse of Romans 12, the Apostle Paul told us to give our bodies to God as a living and holy sacrifice. Throughout the rest that chapter he laid out what was expected of us and what being a living sacrifice looks like. Click on the link below to find out what they are. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Evangelism #Romans
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Thanksgiving Day is this Thursday, and I've chosen Psalm 136 for the devotion leading up to that day. This Psalm uses the phrase, "Give thanks," twelve times, covering twenty-five things for which the Psalmist was thankful. Click on the link below to see what those things are. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Love #Psalms #Thankful #Thanksgiving
The season of Thanksgiving reminds Christians that Thanksgiving isn't just a day of celebration but a lifestyle to be lived every day. The writer of Psalm 100 must have been filled with excitement just by the words he used. Click on the link below to share his excitement. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #Thanksgiving #worship
https://www.ramckinley.com/enter-his-gates-with-thanksgiving-in-your-heart/
Psalm 50 tells us to offer God a sacrifice of thanksgiving continually. It also encourages us to fulfill the vows or promises we've made to Him. Click on the link below to find out why we should fulfill our vows. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #Sacrifice #Thanksgiving #worship
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Three major themes of thanksgiving, praise, and joy can be found throughout the Psalms. Today we will unfold Psalm 95. Years ago as children's evangelists, each year we put together a different theme. We called one of them the Christian Garden. Click on the link below to see which veggie the writer of this Psalm planted. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Thanksgiving #worship
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In Psalm 138, David directed us not only to thank God but also to do it with a heart full of praise. Click on the link below to read about what the Bible says about thanks. Remember, God doesn't want thanksgiving to be just an event in your life; He wants it to be your lifestyle. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #Thanksgiving #worship
After Halloween, many people focus on Christmas, and Thanksgiving often gets overlooked. The Bible, however, emphasizes Thanksgiving throughout its pages, not as a holiday, but as a way of life. Psalm 145 is filled with insight that will move us to give thanks to God. Click on the link below, and let's begin the Thanksgiving season together. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #Thanksgiving #worship
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Tomorrow, here in the United States, is election day. Where does God stand in selecting the leaders we are about to vote into office? I'm not sure, but I know He uses us to bring forth the outcome. So, let me encourage all of you who are American citizens to pray about who you should vote for and then follow God's directive. Click on the link below to read today's post. #Acts #BibleStudy #Devotions #Love
https://www.ramckinley.com/will-there-be-more-democrats-or-republicans-in-heaven/
Someone once asked, "Is everything in the Bible true?" The answer to that is no, it isn't. Don't stop reading! You'll want to click the link below to read all about it in today's post. #1Samuel #BibleStudy #Devotions #truth
The second verse of Psalm 53 says, The Lord looks down from heaven on the entire human race. He doesn't look down at us, He looks to us. He wants us to seek Him. The first verse of talks about those who say there is no God. Click on the link below to see what God refers to them as. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #worship
https://www.ramckinley.com/psalm-53-the-lord-looks-down-from-heaven/
David the author of Psalm 30, began the first verse by saying "I will exalt you, Lord." The reason he gave for his exaltation was because God rescued him. The favor of the Lord rests on all of us as well. Click on the link below to read about how to receive it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #Victory #worship
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The book of Obadiah references the evil deeds the Edomites committed. The prophet made a list of things they did, but shouldn’t have. Have you ever wondered what the consequences of disobedience to God look like? Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Disobedience #Obadiah #obedience
https://www.ramckinley.com/consequences-of-disobedience-to-god/
Psalm 49 starts with the following statement, "Listen to this, all you people! Pay attention, everyone in the world!" The Psalmist laid out the message of redemption. Click on the link below and let today's post encourage your heart. Also share it with someone else. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Evangelism #Psalms
https://www.ramckinley.com/everyone-in-the-world-pay-attention/
David in Psalm 13 experienced a state of depression. Four times he asked of God, "how long?" He quickly turned things around by remembering times when the Lord had always taken him out of difficult situations and giving him victories. Whether you get depressed or not click on the link below to be encouraged for those times when God seems far away. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Psalms #TrustGod
