Thoughts, Messages, Devotions, and Ponderings from a Christ Follower, Husband, Father, and Pastor.

Jonathon VanderWall

1 Thessalonians 3:6-13 - "Love Overflows"

Psalm 89:8-18 "I Believe in God..."

Romans 14:1-4; 15:5-7 "Weak or Strong"

Ezekiel 2:1-8 "A Strange Calling?"

Isaiah 9:2-7 "The Light has Come"

Matthew 24:36-51 "Keep Watch"

Genesis 12:1-3; Matthew 28:18-20; & Acts 2:39 - "Let's Talk About Baptism"

Moses exhorts the people of Israel to remember and be in the Word of God.  It is not too difficult to know; it is not far off.  God's Word is very near to them, and to us as well.  We need to Engage the Word, to know the voice of the Shepherd, and we will then see the transformative work of the Holy Spirit.

Deuteronomy 30:11-14; 32:45-47 "That You May Have Life"

1/24/2016 - Paul writes, in the face of persecution and false teaching, that when we face trials and challenges we need to "hold on to what we have learned."  Instead of running and hiding, instead of backing down, we are called to lean into the Word of God, His Truth, His Hope, and His Love.  It is here that we will find true strength to face any attack of the enemy.

1/24/2016 - Paul writes, in the face of persecution and false teaching, that when we face trials and challenges we need to "hold on ...

2 Timothy 3:10-17 &quot;Thoroughly Equipped&quot;

01/03/2016 - The Word of God is transformative! When we engage it, when we listen for it and open ourselves to it, God will transform our lives! We are challenged to read the through the Bible! 
Check out more at www.faith4today.org

01/03/2016 - The Word of God is transformative!  When we engage it, when we listen for it and open ourselves to it, God will transform our lives!  We are challenged to read the through the Bible!
Check out more at www.faith4today.org

Isaiah 2:2-5 "Engage the WORD"

12/6/2015 - In a season where the celebration of the holidays have taken precedence over the meaning and reason for their celebration, it is important for us to turn our attention to Christ, the Prince of peace. Today we explore some of the implications of the Peace of Christ in our lives. 
 
1. Through Christ I have peace with God. I am forgiven (Romans 5). 
2. Through Christ I am able to have peace with myself (Romans 8). I have not been given a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7). “Let the Peace of Christ rule in your hearts...” Colossians 3:15 
3. Through Christ I am called to show peace with others (Romans 12:18). We are bringers of Shalom. 
 
-How can I be a “bringer of peace” this Advent Season? 
-Who is God calling me to show His peace to in my life? 
-What are places in my life that I need to let the peace of Christ in?

12/6/2015 - In a season where the celebration of the holidays have taken precedence over the meaning and reason for their celebration, it is important for us to turn our attention to Christ, the Prince of peace.  Today we explore some of the implications of the Peace of Christ in our lives.

1. Through Christ I have peace with God.  I am forgiven (Romans 5).
2. Through Christ I am able to have peace with myself (Romans 8).  I have not been given a spirit of fear (2 Timothy 1:7).  “Let the Peace of Christ rule in your hearts...” Colossians 3:15
3. Through Christ I am called to show peace with others (Romans 12:18).  We are bringers of Shalom.

-How can I be a “bringer of peace” this Advent Season?
-Who is God calling me to show His peace to in my life?
-What are places in my life that I need to let the peace of Christ in?

Luke 1:68-79 "Advent Peace"

Thanksgiving Eve, 11-25-2015 - On Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season we will have many chances to eat and drink and be filled.  But do we remember where our blessings come from in these times?  When culture and commercial would tell us we work hard to earn our own keep and deserve our own rewards, do we keep in mind the true source of our blessings?

Thanksgiving Eve, 11-25-2015 - On Thanksgiving and throughout the holiday season we will have many chances to eat and drink ...

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