Resources for the Devout Life
Christian daily devotional books and Bible study tools from WordPoints. Daily meditations by Gary Henry, encouraging growth in devotion to God.
Meditations for Daily Growth
Obeying the Gospel
What ‘Christlikeness’ Means (September 19)
It is not just our behavior that needs improving. We ourselves (our deepest thoughts and motives) need fixing. So Christ came to bring us an entirely new kind of life. If we are in Christ, a life that is “eternal” is being created within us.
Diligently Seeking God
First Love (September 19)
If we don’t love God as we used to, there are some specific things we can do to rectify that problem. One of these would be to take some time off, go to a restful place, and remember — really remember — how we used to love Him.
Reaching Forward
Cast Your Bread Upon the Waters (September 19)
In the end, our confidence must be in God, not our own wisdom or ability. Having been as prudent as we know how to be and then acting as energetically as we can, we must trust that God will take our actions and bring about a good return.
Enthusiastic Ideas
Accord (September 19)
We may agree with many people on some points, but we are fortunate if we find even one or two people in a lifetime who are in accord with us on most points. What a joy, then, when we find those few special people with whom we may truly harmonize.
Challenging Every Person to Take God More Seriously
Is devotion to God your primary passion? Our daily devotionals and Bible studies are designed to help you pursue this goal. More than mere fluff, our readings are “devotionals with a difference.” If you’re ready to reach toward spiritual growth, we’re here to support you.
Devotional Meditation
Rather than thinking about God casually, meditation is a deep pondering of His truth. When we meditate devotionally, the facts about God are given more than a "passing glance." We think about them intently and lovingly so their meaning can truly sink in.
Daily Devotional Books
Unfortunately, many of the best-selling devotionals are popular not because they produce greater devotion to God but because they give the reader a sugary "high." They aim to make the reader feel better, but they do little to stimulate significant spiritual growth.
Devotion to God
Devotional strength must be built up by constant, disciplined practice over time. Paul reminded his young friend Timothy of this when he said, "Meditate on these things; give yourself entirely to them, that your progress may be evident to all" (1 Timothy 4:15).
Themes for Families to Talk About
DFBS 339 – Confidence in the reliability of the Scriptures leads us to have faith in God Himself
The knowledge of God comes through the truth about Himself that God has revealed in the Scriptures. There is no knowing God without taking into our hearts the words of the Scriptures. To know God, we must learn what the Scriptures say about Him.
Other Resources
Articles
Short essays by Gary Henry from various published sources over the years. Many different topics.
Sermons
Sermon outlines are not just for preachers. These outlines also serve as good personal Bible studies.
Lectures
These are lectures delivered by Gary Henry in environments that are somewhat more "academic."
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