The Teacher's Devotional

Core scripture: “Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will […]

Jesus promised it.  Persecution will come.  He predicted it, endured it, and overcame it.  Jesus says, “I have said these […]

Core scripture: “These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel.  Their purpose is to teach people wisdom […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

Core scripture: “Remember those in prison, as if you were there yourself. Remember also those being mistreated, as if you […]

Core scripture: “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, […]

Core scripture: “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every […]

Core scripture: “For where two or three are gathered in my name, there am I among them.” (Matthew 18:20) Message: […]

Core scripture: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” (John 14:15) Message: I never understood them.  The same […]

Core scripture: “Now with the voice of truth and power of God—armed on the right and armed on the left […]

Core scripture: “Whatever you do, do it enthusiastically, as something done for the Lord and not for men, knowing that […]

Core scripture: “And since I, your Lord and Teacher, have washed your feet, you ought to wash each other’s feet.” […]

Core scripture: “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” […]

Core scripture: “He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together.” (Colossians 1:17) Message: How do you […]

Core scripture: “But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his […]

Core scripture: “The hope of the righteous brings joy, but the expectation of the wicked will perish.” (Proverbs 10:28) Message: […]

Core scripture: “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” (Colossians […]

Core scripture: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied […]

Core scripture: “To each is given the manifestation of the Spirit for the common good.” (1 Corinthians 12:7) Message: I […]

Core scripture: “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another: just as I have loved you, […]

Core scripture: “And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his […]

Core scripture: “There is nothing better for a person than that he should eat and drink and find enjoyment in […]

Core scripture: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at […]

Core scripture: “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” (James 4:17) […]

Core scripture: “The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.” (John 1:5) Message: Last Thursday […]

Core scripture: “Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, compassionate hearts, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience.” (Colossians […]

Core scripture: “Don’t look out only for your own interests, but take an interest in others, too.  You must have […]

Core scripture: “For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the […]

Core scripture: “And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving […]

Core scripture: “I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.” (Philippians 4:13) Message: It wasn’t supposed to […]

Core scripture: “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with the humble is wisdom.” (Proverbs 11:2) Message: Speakers are supposed to […]

Core scripture: “For the moment all discipline seems painful rather than pleasant, but later it yields the peaceful fruit of […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every […]

Core scripture: “For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways, declares the Lord. For as […]

Core scripture: “When he saw the crowds, he had compassion on them because they were confused and helpless, like sheep […]

Core scripture: “But you are to be perfect, even as your Father in heaven is perfect.” (Matthew 5:48) Message: It […]

Core scripture: “For this very reason, make every effort to supplement your faith with virtue, and virtue with knowledge, and […]

Core scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever […]

Core scripture: “Let there be no filthiness nor foolish talk nor crude joking, which are out of place, but instead […]

Core scripture: “A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” (Proverbs 18:2) Message: I felt […]

Core scripture: “Never let the fire in your heart go out. Keep it alive. Serve the Lord.” (Romans 12:11) Message: I […]

Core scripture: “And he answered, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your […]

Core scripture: “Every way of a man is right in his own eyes, but the Lord weighs the heart.” (Proverbs […]

Core scripture: “What has been is what will be, and what has been done is what will be done, and […]

Core scripture: “If you pour yourself out for the hungry and satisfy the desire of the afflicted, then shall your […]

Core scripture: “Be watchful, stand firm in the faith, act like men, be strong.  Let all that you do be […]

Core scripture: “Let no one despise you for your youth, but set the believers an example in speech, in conduct, […]

Core scripture: “Fight the good fight of the faith. Take hold of the eternal life to which you were called […]

Core scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all […]

Core scripture: “We know that Christ, being raised from the dead, will never die again; death no longer has dominion […]

Core scripture: “I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” […]

Core scripture: “The Lord will fight for you, and you have only to be silent.” (Exodus 14:14) Message: Growing up as […]

Core scripture: “The plans of the diligent lead surely to abundance, but everyone who is hasty comes only to poverty.” […]

Core scripture: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in […]

Core scripture: “As each has received a gift, use it to serve one another, as good stewards of God’s varied […]

Core scripture: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” (Romans 12:18) Message: Last fall […]

Core scripture: “Do not be surprised, my brothers and sisters, if the world hates you.” (1 John 3:13) Message: It has […]

I had this student long ago.  Still remember her name: Kaitlyn.  Kaitlyn was one of those memorable kids.  She was […]

Core scripture: “Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart. Commit your way […]

Core scripture: “Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make […]

Core scripture: “Therefore we must pay much closer attention to what we have heard, lest we drift away from it.” […]

Core scripture: “See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am […]

Core scripture: “Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23) Message: I am beginning […]

Core scripture: “Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you may know how you ought to […]

Core scripture: “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the […]

Core scripture: “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in […]

Core scripture: “There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.” (John 15:13) Message: Silence deadened […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

Core scripture: “Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has […]

Core scripture: “A tranquil heart gives life to the flesh, but envy makes the bones rot.” (Proverbs 14:30) Message: My Fellowship […]

Core scripture: “Do all things without grumbling or disputing, that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without […]

Core scripture: “They worshiped together at the Temple each day, met in homes for the Lord’s Supper, and shared their […]

Core scripture: “I can do all things through him who strengthens me.” (Philippians 4:13) Message: I love football.  The strategy.  The unpredictability.  […]

Core scripture: “Instead, ‘If your enemies are hungry, feed them.  If they are thirsty, give them something to drink.  In doing […]

Core scripture: “But God shows his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans […]

Core scripture: “And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and […]

Core scripture: “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) Message: Quick question […]

Core scripture: “We demolish arguments and every pretension that sets itself up against the knowledge of God, and we take captive […]

Core scripture: “When Jesus saw him and knew he had been ill for a long time, he asked him, ‘Would you […]

Core scripture: “So, as those who have been chosen of God, holy and beloved, put on a heart of compassion, kindness, […]

Core scripture: “This means that anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person.  The old life is gone; a […]

Core scripture: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” (1 […]

Core scripture: “For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive […]

Core scripture: “If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will […]

Core scripture: “And whatever you do or say, do it as a representative of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks through him […]

Core scripture: “And you shall remember the whole way that the Lord your God has led you these forty years in […]

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do […]

Core scripture: “The temptations in your life are no different from what others experience. And God is faithful. He will not […]

Core scripture: “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak […]

Core scripture: “The reward for humility and fear of the Lord is riches and honor and life.” (Proverbs 22:4) Message: So, I […]

Core scripture: “For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

Core scripture: “For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that […]

Core scripture: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because […]

Core scripture: “Like a club or a sword or a sharp arrow is one who gives false testimony against a neighbor.” […]

Core scripture: “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be […]

Core scripture: “Since God chose you to be the holy people he loves, you must clothe yourselves with tenderhearted mercy, kindness, […]

Core scripture: “Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, […]

(Much thanks to my good friend Andrea who gave me the idea for this topic today.) Core scripture: “Do not neglect […]

Core scripture: “And he said to all, ‘If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his […]

Core scripture: “Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to […]

Core scripture: “In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and […]

Core scripture: “For the husband is the head of the wife even as Christ is the head of the church, his […]

Core scripture: “Let us test and examine our ways, and return to the Lord!” (Lamentations 3:40) Message: My 7th graders are taking […]

Core scripture: “In all things I have shown you that by working hard in this way we must help the weak […]

Core scripture: “The LORD is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my […]

Core scripture: “Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is […]

Core scripture: “The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.” (Proverbs 4:7) Message: I […]

Core scripture: “Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever […]

Core scripture: “Instead, you must worship Christ as Lord of your life. And if someone asks about your hope as a […]

Core scripture: “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing […]

Core scripture: “Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will […]

Core scripture: “After this the Lord appointed seventy-two others and sent them on ahead of him, two by two, into every […]

Core scripture: “Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, […]

Core scripture: “Complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of […]

Core scripture: “Finally, all of you, have unity of mind, sympathy, brotherly love, a tender heart, and a humble mind.” […]

Core scripture: “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the […]

Core scripture: “For I am not ashamed of this Good News about Christ. It is the power of God at […]

Core scripture: “He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or […]

Core scripture: “Sitting down, Jesus called the Twelve and said, ‘Anyone who wants to be first must be the very […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who […]

Core scripture: “Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work within us, to accomplish […]

Core scripture: “All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training […]

Core scripture: “If possible, so far as it depends on you, live peaceably with all.” (Romans 12:18) Message: It hurts […]

Core scripture: “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” (2 Timothy […]

Core scripture: “Therefore encourage one another and build one another up, just as you are doing.” (1 Thessalonians 5:11) Message: […]

Core scripture: “So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again, and your hearts will rejoice, and […]

Core scripture: “And these words that I command you today shall be on your heart.” (Deuteronomy 6:6) Message: The core […]

Core scripture: “Lazy people want much but get little, but those who work hard will prosper.” (Proverbs 13:4) Message: Boredom.  […]

Core scripture: “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we […]

Core scripture: “Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, […]

Core scripture: “Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not […]

Core scripture: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding.  In all […]

Core scripture: “And he said to them, ‘Follow me, and I will make you fishers of men.’” (Matthew 4:19) Message: If someone […]

Core scripture: “For everything there is a season, a time for every activity under heaven.” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) Message: The natives are restless.  […]

Core scripture: “I am the good shepherd; I know my sheep and my sheep know me—just as the Father knows me […]

Core scripture: “Everyone must submit to governing authorities. For all authority comes from God, and those in positions of authority have […]

Core scripture: “It has seemed good to me to show the signs and wonders that the Most High God has done […]

Core scripture: “And what you have heard from me in the presence of many witnesses entrust to faithful men, who will […]

Core scripture: “Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as […]

Core scripture: “Great indeed, we confess, is the mystery of godliness: He was manifested in the flesh, vindicated by the Spirit, […]

Core scripture: “I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I […]

Core scripture: “The soul of the sluggard craves and gets nothing, while the soul of the diligent is richly supplied.” […]

Core scripture: “The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I […]

Core scripture: “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only son, that whoever believes in him not […]

Core scripture: “Dear friends, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that has come on you to test you, as […]

(I myself am going through a bit of a slump right now.  Inspiration for writing is hard to come by.  […]