Daily DEVOTIONAL

Matthew 14:1-21: King Jesus

February 10, 2025

Exodus 27-29, Psalm 33, Matthew 14:1-21, Acts 20:1-12 Matthew 14:1-21: John the Baptist, the greatest prophet, the one who made straight the path leading to Christ and prepared the way for him, is dead. As Jesus’ fame grows, King Herod begins to think that somehow John the Baptist has returned from the dead and is…

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Psalm 33: Shout for Joy!

Exodus 27-29, Psalm 33, Matthew 14:1-21, Acts 20:1-12   Psalm 33: There is something about joy that is “befitting” or suits or goes along with being righteous and “upright.” The Psalms tell us ...
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Psalm 32: Blessed Is the One Whose Transgression Is Forgiven

Exodus 24-26, Psalm 32, Matthew 13:44-58, Acts 19:23-41  Psalm 32: Contrary to expectation, blessing (happiness, joy, the best life) comes neither from a pretended sinless perfection, nor from a free-wheeling, licentious lifestyle. Blessing ...
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Psalm 31: Be Strong and Take Courage!

Exodus 21-23, Psalm 31, Matthew 13:24-43, Acts 19:1-22 Psalm 31: Another psalm where David is calling out to God for help. David is looking for “refuge” (31:1-2, 19). Why is this such a ...
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Psalm 30: Give Thanks to God Forever!

Exodus 19-20, Psalm 30, Matthew 13:1-23, Acts 18:18-28 Psalm 30: David is praising God. We are often told that we should do likewise, that we are to praise and worship God. We are ...
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Psalm 29: Even with Peace

Exodus 16-18, Psalm 29, Matthew 12:38-50, Acts 18:1-17 Psalm 29: Worship has unfortunately been mired in controversy down through church history. Worship in the form of the Orthodox, the Roman Catholic, the Protestant? ...
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Psalm 28: Call on Him

Exodus 13-15, Psalm 28, Matthew 12:22-37, Acts 17:16-34 Psalm 28: What do you do when you need strength and protection? Perhaps you are in such a situation this morning. As you look ahead ...
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