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When the storms of life come our way, we must have deep roots to stand firm. 
How can we develop deep roots in our faith. Being a follower of Jesus is about relationship, not religion. It’s not about following all the right rules. It’s about spending time with God. It’s a conversation. How do we have a conversation with God? Bible study and prayer. I know, that’s a total Sunday School answer. But it’s true. We talk to God through prayer and He speaks to us through His Bible. Take time today to start the conversation. God is waiting to hear from you!

When the storms of life come our way, we must have deep roots to stand firm.
How can we develop deep roots in our faith. Being a follower of Jesus is about relationship, not religion. It’s not about following all the right rules. It’s about spending time with God. It’s a conversation. How do we have a conversation with God? Bible study and prayer. I know, that’s a total Sunday School answer. But it’s true. We talk to God through prayer and He speaks to us through His Bible. Take time today to start the conversation. God is waiting to hear from you!

Rooted in Jesus | Colossians 2:7 | One Verse Devotional

You know what God does really, really well? He makes things new, again!

Create in me a pure heart | Psalm 51:10 | One Verse Devotional

Have you ever told someone you would pray for them and then never do it? Yeah, me too. I think we need to change that. And "Grandpa John" would agree...

Talk is Cheap | 1 John 3:18 | One Verse Devotional

Because of what Jesus did on the cross, we are called to live our lives with a Love-debt to all of those around us. What would the world look like if we actually lived this way? What would the Church look like if Christians actually lived this way?

A debt of Love | Romans 13:8 | One Verse Devotional

Sometimes people just need you to listen without giving them advice. 
 
[I apologize that the audio cuts out a few times. It's that sweatshirt. Does it every time I wear it! It is banned from future video shoots! Ha.]

Sometimes people just need you to listen without giving them advice.

[I apologize that the audio cuts out a few times. It's that sweatshirt. Does it every time I wear it! It is banned from future video shoots! Ha.]

Carry Someone's Burdens | Galatians 6:2 | One Verse Devotional

Jesus is the Light of the world and we are called to be His Light Bearers. Shine His Light wherever you go through Love and Grace.

The Light of the World | John 8:12 | One Verse Devotional

In my family, it's not just rule after rule after rule. It's about relationships. We have fun and enjoy each other's company. It's about Love. But, at the same time, I still expect my children to obey the rules of our family. The Christian life is the same way. It's not all about the rules. God is the perfect Father, and He does want you to be obey the rules of the family because you are a part of the family!

The Perfect Father | John 14:23 | One Verse Devotional

We have total freedom in Christ. That's a beautiful thing. But how will you use your freedom? Will you indulge in anything you want in the name of God's grace? I hope not. The Bible calls us to live a better way. You have freedom. How about we use that freedom to show love to others? 
That is the life of a true Jesus follower. That is the life of a Light Bearer.

We have total freedom in Christ. That's a beautiful thing. But how will you use your freedom? Will you indulge in anything you want in the name of God's grace? I hope not. The Bible calls us to live a better way. You have freedom. How about we use that freedom to show love to others?
That is the life of a true Jesus follower. That is the life of a Light Bearer.

How will you use your freedom? | Galatians 5:13 | One Verse devotional

Don't let anyone tell you that Christians shouldn't struggle with anxiety, depression, or mental health. That kind of thinking is both ignorant and unloving. If you are struggling today in any area, God will hear your cry for help!

A Cry for Help | Psalm 102:1 | One Verse Devotional

How about a little encouragement today? 
Through His resurrection, Jesus has given us mercy, hope, and new life! Today's One Verse tells us all about it!

How about a little encouragement today?
Through His resurrection, Jesus has given us mercy, hope, and new life! Today's One Verse tells us all about it!

A Living Hope | 1 Peter 1:3 | One Verse Devotional

Jesus is the Light of the world. As Christians, as Jesus followers, we are called to reflect the Light and Love of Jesus with the world. What does that look like in your life? Are your words and actions drawing people closer to God or pushing them away?

Jesus is the Light of the world. As Christians, as Jesus followers, we are called to reflect the Light and Love of Jesus with the world ...

Let Your Light Shine | Matthew 5:16 | One Verse Devotional

Christians are called to bear the Light and Love of God just as Jesus did. 
 
One Verse is a part of the Phosphorus Project (www.phosphorusproject.com). The word Phosphorus means "bringer of light" or "light bearer." Christians are called to shine the light and love of Jesus with the world. That is our mission. Love. 
 
We aren't called to force others to believe what we believe. We are simply called to love others and tell them the good news of Jesus (and His Love!). God takes care of the rest. It is God, not us, who saves. So, let's do our part. Love others. Shine God's Light in this world. It is filled with evil and anger and hatred. Christians, let us not be known as those who judge. Let us be known as those who love.

Christians are called to bear the Light and Love of God just as Jesus did.

One Verse is a part of the Phosphorus Project (www.phosphorusproject.com). The word Phosphorus means "bringer of light" or "light bearer." Christians are called to shine the light and love of Jesus with the world. That is our mission. Love.

We aren't called to force others to believe what we believe. We are simply called to love others and tell them the good news of Jesus (and His Love!). God takes care of the rest. It is God, not us, who saves. So, let's do our part. Love others. Shine God's Light in this world. It is filled with evil and anger and hatred. Christians, let us not be known as those who judge. Let us be known as those who love.

Walk in the Light | 1 John 1:7 | One Verse devotional

We all live for something. Something or someone drives us. And that's not a bad thing. Until it is. Who are you living for? What drives you? Are you more concerned with what God thinks or with what people think? It's not bad to do things FOR people or FOR your family. However, when you begin to step out, create your art, leave your legacy, what drives you? The approval of people? People you may not even know on Twitter? Or do you want to please God and what He has called you to do and how He has called you to live? 
Live for God, not people!

We all live for something. Something or someone drives us. And that's  not a bad thing. Until it is. Who are you living for? What drives you? Are you more concerned with what God thinks or with what people think? It's not bad to do things FOR people or FOR your family. However, when you begin to step out, create your art, leave your legacy, what drives you? The approval of people? People you may not even know on Twitter? Or do you want to please God and what He has called you to do and how He has called you to live?
Live for God, not people!

Who are you living for? | Galatians 1:10 | One Verse devotional

The Bible calls us to be holy as God is holy. But what does that really mean? What is holy? Is it living a perfect life? How can we do that? Can we really be perfect? Is that what God wants from us? Perfection? And what happens if we fail? 
 
No! Holy doesn't mean perfect. It means "set apart for God." When we live holy lives, we are living lives that are different for God. 
 
In the truest sense of the word, living a holy life means that we are instruments of worship!

The Bible calls us to be holy as God is holy. But what does that really mean? What is holy? Is it living a perfect life? How can we do that? Can we really be perfect? Is that what God wants from us? Perfection? And what happens if we fail?

No! Holy doesn't mean perfect. It means "set apart for God." When we live holy lives, we are living lives that are different for God.

In the truest sense of the word, living a holy life means that we are instruments of worship!

What does it mean to be holy? | 1 Peter 1:16 | One Verse devotional

Fathers, are you stressing out your kids? Let's stop putting a weight on their shoulders. Let's stop setting up expectations they may not meet. Let's stop giving anxiety and start giving acceptance. 
Let's love.

Fathers, are you stressing out your kids? Let's stop putting a weight on their shoulders. Let's stop setting up expectations they may not meet. Let's stop giving anxiety and start giving acceptance.
Let's love.

Don't stress out your children | Ephesians 6:4 | One Verse devotional

Today's One Verse sets a high standard for husbands. Let me ask you this: Are you willing to give everything for your wife?

Love Your Wife | Ephesians 5:25 | One Verse devotional

This One Verse has only 7 words, and they have the power to protect you from TONS of heartache. 
I know because I've lived it.

This One Verse has only 7 words, and they have the power to protect you from TONS of heartache.
I know because I've lived it.

Don't give evil a foothold | Ephesians 4:27 | One Verse devotional

There is so much violence, tragedy, and heartache in this world. Oregon. Paris. And now, San Bernardino. 
One of the many problems this causes is the fear it creates. We must answer this question: Where do we put our trust? A Psalm that David wrote thousands of years ago may have the answer.

There is so much violence, tragedy, and heartache in this world. Oregon. Paris. And now, San Bernardino.
One of the many problems this causes is the fear it creates. We must answer this question: Where do we put our trust? A Psalm that David wrote thousands of years ago may have the answer.

Where do you put your trust? | Psalm 20:7 | One Verse

When you put your faith in Jesus, something very cool happens. The Holy Spirit comes into your life and gives you power to spread the Love of Jesus!

You will receive power | Acts 1:8 | One Verse devotional

We are doing something a little different today! First, watch the One Verse devotional above, and then go and watch one of my favorite worship videos, "Give Me Faith" by Elevation Worship. It will get your weekend started right! (Mistake Alert! I kept saying the wrong song title in the video! Oops! I had the right song and the right lyrics, though!) 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs5u0j0UUPc

We are doing something a little different today! First, watch the One Verse devotional above, and then go and watch one of my favorite worship videos, "Give Me Faith" by Elevation Worship. It will get your weekend started right! (Mistake Alert! I kept saying the wrong song title in the video! Oops! I had the right song and the right lyrics, though!)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gs5u0j0UUPc

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