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
Present Kingdom, Future Kingdom (July 2)
For those who have obeyed the gospel and remained faithful to the commitment they made, Christ’s return will be the time when they pass from the kingdom of God in this present world to His kingdom in eternity (1 Corinthians 15:24-26).
Diligently Seeking God
Friends of God (July 2)
To be the friends of God, through His Son Jesus Christ, is no passive or slothful thing. It is the active enjoyment of all the thoughts, words, and deeds that flow between those whose love is strong enough to govern their character and their conduct.
Reaching Forward
Would You Pray for More Years to Live? (July 2)
Our lives are to be used not merely for our personal enjoyment but for the Lord’s glory, to accomplish His purposes in this world. I expect the Lord is willing to give a person as many years as it takes to get done what He wants that person to do.
Enthusiastic Ideas
Survival (July 2)
Whether we’re thinking of bare physical survival or survival in some greater sense, we won’t survive if we don’t decide to. Life is tough, and the real survivors are those who’re possessed of enough stubbornness that they refuse to be defeated.
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 327 – We should learn to distinguish between good and evil as God does
If we don’t try our best to distinguish between right and wrong, a progressive darkening of our understanding will take place. God will allow us to become deluded, and we may have a hard time recognizing even basic moral distinctions.
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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