Posts from February 2026
Daily Devotions
Isaiah 58:6-9a… “Is not this the fast that I choose: to loose the bonds of injustice, to undo the thongs of the yoke, to let the oppressed go free, and to break every yoke?” vs.6 Since Lent is approaching quickly, some are likely beginning to consider fasting as a possible discipline for those days of reflection. And that would not be a bad choice! People of faith in every generation have chosen fasting as a mark of spiritual discipline, and…
Isaiah 58:1-5… “Yet day after day they seek me and delight to know my ways, as if they were a nation that practiced righteousness and did not forsake the ordinance of their God; they ask of me righteous judgements, they delight to draw near to God.” vs. 2 As the prophet describes the nation of Israel his words are dripping with sarcasm. He notes that day after day they maintain a facade, practicing the externals of religion by drawing near…
Daily Devotions
Matthew 5:10-12… “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness’ sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds of evil against you falsely on my account.” vss. 11-12 As the disciples heard the blessings which would be a part of their lives they were likely pleased. It feels good to know that we will be comforted, receive mercy, and be called children of God. That sounds…