Tag Archives: Grace

Crystal Clear, No Exceptions, No Qualifications

Posted on October 26, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Do all things without grumbling or disputing. (Philippians 2:14 NASB) I think he means don’t grumble about what you have to do unless you are really frustrated. And don’t dispute with your parent, spouse, or supervisor unless you really don’t … Continue reading →

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Hope from Above

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Our God is in heaven; he does whatever pleases him. (Psalm 115:3 NIV (1984)) What verse or passage comes to your mind when you realize: “I need God’s word right now”? My morning Psalm today was Psalm 115. It is … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotion, Philippians, Psalms, Romans | Tagged Christian Hope, Faith, God's Sovereignty, Gospel, Grace, Hope, Hope in the Lord, Jesus, Knox Chamblin, Omnipotence, Omniscience, Prayer, Salvation, Sovereignty of God | Leave a comment

Why is he not ashamed of the Gospel?

Posted on October 13, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Because it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes. (Romans 1:16b CSB) Paul clearly wanted the reader to know that he is not ashamed of the gospel, the good news of Jesus Christ. Why? Because this good … Continue reading →

Posted in Acts, Devotion, Proverbs, Romans | Tagged Belief, Believe, Faith, God's Power, Gospel, Grace, Jesus, Justification by Faith, Power, Power of God, Prayer, Salvation, Sanctification, Sin | Leave a comment

What about You?

Posted on October 11, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

For I am not ashamed of the gospel. (Romans 1:16a CSB) What is the gospel? It is good news. What is the news? Here is one way the Apostle Paul presented it: Now I want to make clear for you, … Continue reading →

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Older and Still at It

Posted on October 9, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

God, you have taught me from my youth, and I still proclaim your wondrous works. Even while I am old and gray, God, do not abandon me, while I proclaim your power to another generation, your strength to all who … Continue reading →

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Our Great Preparer

Posted on October 6, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, … Continue reading →

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Our Great Protector

Posted on October 5, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. (V. 4 [NIV 1984 … Continue reading →

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Our Great Provider (part 2)

Posted on October 4, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he restores my soul He guides me … Continue reading →

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Our Great Provider

Posted on October 3, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

Psalm 23 A psalm of David. The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not be in want. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters. (V. 1-2 [NIV 1984 ed.]) Sheep are well-known … Continue reading →

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The Fountain of Wisdom

Posted on September 29, 2023 by Joseph V. (Josh) Carmichael

I want their hearts to be encouraged and joined together in love, so that they may have all the riches of complete understanding and have the knowledge of God’s mystery—Christ. In him are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. (Colossians 2:2, 3 … Continue reading →

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