Daily DEVOTIONAL

Mark 9:33-50: Salt and Peace

May 1, 2025

1 Samuel 1-2, Psalm 95, Mark 9:33-50, 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 Mark 9:33-50: In this astonishing and famous section of Mark’s Gospel, it is important to picture Jesus—as it were—holding one of these “little ones” in his arms as he discourses about trials and tribulations of what we would call “church politics.” To begin with, the disciples are having…

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Psalm 95: Joyful Noise

1 Samuel 1-2, Psalm 95, Mark 9:33-50, 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 Psalm 95: The psalmist is calling us to sing, and to sing with joy (95:1-2). But why? What is it that should cause ...
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April 26-30, 2026

In keeping with the Bible reading plan we are using, the last days of each month are designated as “free days.” April 26-30 then are intended to allow you to ...
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Psalm 94: Shine Forth

Ruth 4, Psalm 94, Mark 9:14-32, 1 Corinthians 16 Psalm 94: I remember a song that was often sung when I was growing up called “Shine Jesus Shine.” It’s a good song in ...
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Psalm 93: The Lord Reigns

Ruth 2-3, Psalm 93, Mark 9:1-13, 1 Corinthians 15:29-58 Psalm 93: We live in times when floods rage and roar. There are wars and rumors of wars. There are difficulties in our own ...
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Psalm 92: It Is Good to Give Thanks to the Lord

Ruth 1, Psalm 92, Mark 8:31-38, 1 Corinthians 15:1-28 Psalm 92: Giving thanks to God can seem like a chore for some people. They look down when they are singing to God and ...
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Psalm 91: Dwelling in the Shadow of the Most High

Judges 20-21, Psalm 91, Mark 8:22-30, 1 Corinthians 14:26-40 Psalm 91: There is a secret to safety even in the midst of danger. “He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High ...
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