On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the nature of Christ as it relates to our whole being. Philippians 4:12-13 says, “I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.” Scores of stories relate how people spend years looking for fulfillment, only to find it wh...
Sep 21, 2018•4 min
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the need to persevere when seeking contentment. It isn’t usually a quick proposition. Jeremiah 15:15 says, “Lord, you understand; remember me and care for me. Avenge me on my persecutors. You are long-suffering—do not take me away; think of how I suffer reproach for your sake.” Contentment isn’t something we stumble on and then don’t think about again. It must be sought from God, appreciated daily, then nurtured from a relationshi...
Sep 20, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 80
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the emptiness that comes from chasing after wealth and fame in this life. Hebrews 13:5 says, “Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, ‘Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you.’” No one has ever been truly content by chasing after money and fame and power. The Bible tells us to pursue God first, then the desires of our heart will be given to us. It’s very much ab...
Sep 19, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 79
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the folly of expecting a human relationship to bring us the happiness we crave. Romans 12:2 says, “Don’t copy the behavior and customs of this world, but let God transform you into a new person by changing the way you think. Then you will learn to know God’s will for you, which is good and pleasing and perfect.” Men look for women to make them happy and vice versa, but this always fails. Until we change from within, and are reconc...
Sep 18, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 78
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the core concept of contentment, as outlined by Scripture. Matthew 6:32-33 says, “For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” We often look for peace in every place other than where God is. The Bible has much wisdom about the pursuit of contentment and we would do well to look thei...
Sep 17, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 77
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about our need to rely on God, especially during difficult moments no one else can solve. Revelation 22:1-3 says, “Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb down the middle of the great street of the city. On each side of the river stood the tree of life, bearing twelve crops of fruit, yielding its fruit every month. And the leaves of the tree are for the...
Sep 14, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 76
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the presence of miracles and the supernatural in our world today. Malachi 3:6 says, “I the Lord do not change.” Some of history’s most spectacular miracles occurred in the ancient past. But that doesn’t mean God is through working! In fact, in such a complex world, He is making miracles happen every second of every day.
Sep 13, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 75
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the Source of miracles, the only One capable of doing such things. Deuteronomy 29:2-3 says, “Moses summoned all the Israelites and said to them: Your eyes have seen all that the Lord did in Egypt to Pharaoh, to all his officials and to all his land. With your own eyes you saw those great trials, those signs and great wonders.” From the opening pages of the Bible, we see that the great Creator God is the sole source of miracles, bo...
Sep 12, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 74
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the reasons people don’t believe in miracles, both mental and emotional reasons. John 20:25 says, “But he said to them, “Unless I see the nail marks in his hands and put my finger where the nails were, and put my hand into his side, I will not believe.” Skeptics have tried for years to disprove miracles, but no one has. Science cannot. But sometimes, emotional hurts prevent people from believing for their own miracles. A small ste...
Sep 11, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 73
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about examples of miracles from Scripture. Genesis 1:1 says, “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.” Miracles and the supernatural make the Bible unique among sacred documents. Only the Bible records so many varied and marvelous miracles, both for individuals and nations. Jesus is the Source and all we have to do is ask!
Sep 10, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 72
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the relationship most important to us: loving fellowship with our Creator. Jeremiah 23:23 says, "Am I a God who is near," declares the LORD, "And not a God far off?" Unless our relationship with Jesus Christ is strong and healthy, we won’t find contentment in our human relationships. God has much to say about this in His Word.
Sep 07, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 71
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about that common problem in the human community: navigating the difficult people we encounter. 1 Peter 3:9 says, “Do not repay evil with evil or insult with insult. On the contrary, repay evil with blessing, because to this you were called so that you may inherit a blessing.” Jesus modeled how we are to deal with those who are spiteful and manipulative. And sometimes we learn the person that needs the most work is the one in the mirror...
Sep 06, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 70
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about avoiding the pitfalls of society where our children are concerned. Proverbs 22:6 says, “Start children off on the way they should go, and even when they are old they will not turn from it.” God’s Word is truth, and the promises He makes to us as parents are foundational to having a healthy, happy family. The Bible tells us that children are a gift from the Lord. Like today’s message? We love it so much, we made a T-shirt! You can ...
Sep 05, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 69
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the unique roles God intends for men and women, and how fulfilling relationships are the ideal. Ephesians 5:25 says, “Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her.” We tend to want control in our relationships, especially in marriage, but God points to a better way that involves mutual honor, and making the other your priority.
Sep 04, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 68
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about what God has to say about building and maintaining healthy relationships. Ephesians 4:2-3 says, “Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love. Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace.” Avoiding strife in relationships is very much a give-and-take. Both parties must be committed to mutual respect and unity, where possible. The Bible tells us clearly that if it is ...
Sep 03, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 67
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the sense of security we have in a community of believers, each reminding the other of God’s provision. Hebrews 12:28 says, “Therefore let us be grateful for receiving a kingdom that cannot be shaken, and thus let us offer to God acceptable worship, with reverence and awe.” Our number one blessing is the promise of a place in God’s Kingdom, a kingdom that cannot be shaken or destroyed. In turn, we are to remind others of this marv...
Aug 31, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 66
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the practical benefits of practicing gratitude in our lives. Ephesians 1:16 says, “I do not cease to give thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers.” There are physical and emotional benefits associated with having a grateful attitude. Appreciating the blessings of life can bring your emotional and physical health into balance. Like today’s message? We love it so much, we made a T-shirt! You can get it here ....
Aug 30, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 65
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about examples from our own lives that model a life of gratitude. Colossians 3:15 says, “And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in one body. And be thankful.” Some of the most dramatic stories of healing come when a person changes course mentally and chooses to let everyone know how he or she is blessed. This causes a chain reaction that lifts others out of their depression....
Aug 29, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 64
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the apostle Paul’s life lesson in which he reminds us that a grateful heart is a choice, no matter what we’re going through. Philippians 4:12-13 says, “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” Making a conscious effort to daily remember the good things in life...
Aug 28, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 63
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the dozens of passages in Scripture that speak to the benefit of a grateful heart. 2 Kings 4:37 says, “She fell at his feet and bowed before him, overwhelmed with gratitude. Then she took her son in her arms and carried him downstairs.” The Bible speaks of different kinds of gratitude, from thankfulness for God’s blessings, to appreciating our human relationships. A key element of finding contentment in this life comes from cultiv...
Aug 27, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 62
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about unburdening our minds and hearts over the issue of forgiveness. Matthew 5:23-24 says, “Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.” When we are in harmony with others, we also enjoy the maximum peace in our relationship with God, who promis...
Aug 24, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 61
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the practical, beneficial outcomes from a spirit of forgiveness. Matthew 18:21-22 says, "Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?" Jesus answered, "I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times." Scores of studies tell us that if we hold onto bitterness and anger toward a person, we are the ones that are chained by depression, stress, and high blood pressure. It doesn’t hav...
Aug 23, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 60
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about unloading the burden of guilt we feel for hurting someone. Luke 6:37 says, “Do not judge, and you will not be judged. Do not condemn, and you will not be condemned. Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” There is no favoritism in the Kingdom of God, and our ownership of past hurts aimed at a friend or family member poison relationships sometimes for generations. We are usually anxious to let our own bitterness go over a wrong, but it...
Aug 22, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 59
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about the importance of choosing to forgive a wrong done to us. Mark 11:25 says, “And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive him, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.” By changing our focus from bitterness at an enemy, to a conscious decision to forgive, we begin the process of healing. The end result is your own peace of mind, and the potential for reconciliation....
Aug 21, 2018•3 min
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about what the Bible has to save about forgiveness. Matthew 5:43-45 says, “You have heard the law that says, ‘Love your neighbor’ and hate your enemy. But I say, love your enemies! Pray for those who persecute you! In that way, you will be acting as true children of your Father in heaven.” Although it can be difficult and painful, God has made it clear in His Word that we are to forgive, so that we can be forgiven. While we can’t contro...
Aug 20, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 57
The Kingdom of God is simply the worldwide community of believers throughout history, looking forward to an eternity in which God will make everything new. Revelation 21:23 says, “The city does not need the sun or the moon to shine on it, for the glory of God gives it light, and the Lamb is its lamp.” When we take part in fulfilling the Great Commission by sharing our faith, we help add to that great future gathering of believers worshiping our God.
Aug 17, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 56
Many Christians are unsure of how to engage others in conversations about Jesus. This is a problem that can be overcome! Matthew 16:24 says, “Then Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me.’” God made many different personality types, and each of us can find the right template for sharing the Gospel with unbelievers.
Aug 16, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 55
Today’s technology and ease of communication globally makes it possible for us to share the Gospel with anyone, anywhere. Romans 1:16 says, “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes.” There are now 2.2 billion Christians in the world, but the overall population is 7.6 billion! There is much work to do.
Aug 15, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 54
In the New Testament, we learn our most important task from Jesus, which is sharing the Good News of what He’s done for us. Matthew 28:19 says, “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” We get to participate in God’s great plan for the world when we share the Gospel and in turn make more disciples for Jesus. Like today’s message? We love it so much, we made a T-shirt! You can get it here ....
Aug 14, 2018•3 min•Season 1Ep. 53
On Today’s episode of the Kerusso Daily Devotional, we talk about knowing who Jesus Christ is from Scripture. John 1:29 says, “The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, "Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!” There are many descriptions of Jesus in the world, and many different views, but the most important is that He came to Earth to pay God’s penalty for our sins. That truth leads to ultimate freedom for each person that accepts His gift of grace....
Aug 13, 2018•4 min•Season 1Ep. 52
