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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

https://www.ramckinley.com/live-a-life-of-faith-like-mary-did/

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 Romans 16, the Apostle Paul sent greeting to many people. But right in the middle of them, the Holy Spirit prompted him give one more warning to the church followed by a beautiful benediction. Click on the link below to read Paul's final words to the Roman church. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Romans #Salvation

https://www.ramckinley.com/romans-16-pauls-final-instructions/

The Bible is clear that we must avoid sin at all costs. It contains detailed instructions and lists of things we should stay away from. But what do we do about the things the Bible doesn't cover? How do we handle those grey areas of sin? To get some answers on the subject, click on the link below. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Romans #sin

https://www.ramckinley.com/how-to-avoid-sin-and-guilt/

By following the Lord's instructions, Joshua led the nation of Israel into the promised land across the backed-up Jordan River and defeated the walled City of Jericho. When they came to the small town of Ai, they made the mistake of taking matters into their own hands. Click on the link below to benefit from the lessons in this story. #2Chronicles #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship

https://www.ramckinley.com/depend-on-god-in-all-your-battles/

Matthew 9 says when Jesus saw the crowds He had compassion on them. Why? Because many were sick? Or maybe because they were hungry. As a result of His compassion, He did heal and feed them. Click on the link below to see why He showed them compassion. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Love #Matthew

https://www.ramckinley.com/the-compassion-of-jesus-our-good-shepherd/

How do we ensure we are set free from sin and the law? What does Romans 7 mean when it says once a person dies, they are set free? The apostle Paul stated that the law is good but the effects of the law in our lives can cause our downfall. Click on the link below to read why. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Romans #SetFree #sin

https://www.ramckinley.com/set-free-from-sin-and-the-law/

The Apostle Paul told us in Romans that everyone has sinned. That's not a message a lot of people want to hear. When you stop to think about it, many would wonder what Jesus needs to set them free from. You can click on the link below to read today's post as an encourager for you to share the gospel message with someone you care about. Or you can share the link for this post to someone who needs to hear its message. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Romans #sin

https://www.ramckinley.com/everyone-has-sinned-but-jesus-sets-us-free/

Why would the story of Naaman, a Syrian army commander with leprosy make it into the pages of the Bible? One reason the Lord included his story rests on the fact that we can apply lessons we can learn from it. Click on the link below to read what those lessons are. #2Kings #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Healing

https://www.ramckinley.com/the-story-of-naaman-and-elisha/

Why would the story of Naaman, a Syrian army commander with leprosy make it into the pages of the Bible? One reason the Lord included his story rests on the fact that we can apply lessons we can learn from it. Click on the link below to read what those lessons are. #2Kings #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Healing

https://www.ramckinley.com/the-story-of-naaman-and-elisha/

Luke's writings in the Bible are valuable to us in more ways than one. Inspired by the Holy Spirit, he did a suburb job in gathering facts about the life of Jesus from His birth to ascension. It also has value to us because of the reason he wrote it. Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Luke

https://www.ramckinley.com/stay-motivated-to-read-the-word-of-god/

The book of Judges guides us through about 450 of the Israelites habitually sinning against God. In chapter four, the Lord used two women to bring peace to the Israelites for 40 years. He used one of them in a very unexpected way. Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Judges #Victory

https://www.ramckinley.com/victory-in-the-lord-is-ours/

Because of the famine, Jacob's family ran out of food, again. I found it interesting that during this entire event, neither Jacob nor his sons called on God. It took an Egyptian unbeliever to give God some credit. Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Genesis #TrustGod

https://www.ramckinley.com/how-to-trust-god/

When was the last time you stopped what you were doing, just to set your mind on things above? Maybe you are busy, but don't be too busy to get with God. Let me encourage you to take the time, even if you need to lock yourself in the bathroom for the next few minutes. Get alone and click on the link below to read today's devotional post. #BibleStudy #Colossians #Devotions #Discipleship

https://www.ramckinley.com/colossians-3-set-your-mind-on-things-above/

How much do you trust God? If a faith meter existed, how high on the scale would you rate? Do you rely on Him for only small things? Or can you put your trust in God for greater things? How about when you run into some of life's snags and challenges, can you still trust in the Lord? Click on the link below to read today's post, you'll be glad you did. #2Thessalonians #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #TrustGod

https://www.ramckinley.com/trust-god-in-all-your-circumstances/

Psalm 119 revolves around God’s decrees, regulations, and commands. Before you decide this topic doesn't sound very interesting, hear me out first. Throughout the Psalm, the Psalmist made many commitments to the Lord and he also reminded us of many promises God made to us. Click on the link below to see how much this Psalm will relate to you. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Psalms

https://www.ramckinley.com/why-gods-instructions-are-important/

Galatians 6 talks about a law that we all must take to heart. It says, don't be misled. You will always harvest what you plant. Some Christians, though, will plant things in their lives that produce a harvest of sin. When their sin overtakes them, click on the link below to see how to help them get back onto the right path. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Galatians

https://www.ramckinley.com/you-harvest-what-you-plant/

In Matthew, Jesus taught where we should store our treasures. Our choices are either in heaven or on earth. Maybe you don't think you have any treasures. Or maybe you don't know what the Lord meant when He talked about your treasures. Click on the link below to see what this is all about. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Matthew

https://www.ramckinley.com/store-your-treasures-in-heaven/

Paul and Silas ended up in a Philippi jail after being lied about, stripped, and beaten. One may have thought they missed God's will altogether. But in response to their bad treatment, they did something extraordinary. Click on the link below to read about it. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Evangelism #Stories

https://www.ramckinley.com/paul-and-silas-in-prison/

God told Simeon that before he died he would see the Messiah. He not only saw the baby but he also blessed Mary and told her what the baby could expect to experience during His life. These few verses in the book of Luke were made available to us because Simeon heard from God.

Are you hearing from God? Click on the link below to read about hearing from God. #BibleStudy #Devotions #Discipleship #Luke

https://www.ramckinley.com/hearing-from-god/