Devotionables

Saul becoming the first king of Israel should be a joyous occasion, yet it is evident in 1 Samuel 10-12 that by making Saul king, Israel is rejecting Yahweh. Israel is in danger of forgetting her roots, a fear of the Lord. Without roots, Israel's end will be the same as cut flowers: while they may appear okay for a while, eventually, they wither & decay. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth &...

When God's people forget what He has done, the Lord often employs disaster and defeat to lovingly break our earthly schemes and lead us to repentance and humble trust in Him. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

A brief overview of the Book of Ruth shows that Ruth was faithful in everyday life. God regularly moves through the mundane parts of life to bless His people as they are faithful to Him. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Judges 16 chronicles a war tactic from the evil Philistines against Samson; deception causes Samson to lose his strength. Believers, beware of the consequences of our choices. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

While Israel's failures mounted, they turned to a deliverer with significant flaws. This action pointed to what was Israel's greatest problem and the need for a better deliverer. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

The Lord provides triumphant victory for Israel. Sadly, the cycle continues, and tragedy ensues. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

God still needs leaders who will call us to worship God with all our hearts and souls and obey His word. Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

God always gives His people what they need. Too often, His people forget how well He cares for them. Devotionables #610 - The Perfect Amount Joshua Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Joshua and the people of Israel finally conquer the promised land and defeat an old enemy. God is faithful even when we are not. Devotionables #609 - God Wins All Battles Joshua 11 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Joshua 5 accounts for the renewal of God's people's faithfulness as they prepare to enter the Promised Land. God is faithful to His promises, and we can trust that what He has promised will come to pass. Devotionables #608 - A Call for Renewed Faithfulness Joshua 5 Blue Letter Reading Plan Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

As Deuteronomy and the Books of Moses come to a close, Moses gives a song to the people to encourage and keep them. And because it is a song rooted in the goodness and faithfulness of God, it's a song that echoes into eternity. Devotionable #607 - The Song of Moses Deuteronomy Blue Letter Bible Plan Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

A significant portion of Moses' farewell address calls the Israelites to listen to and obey the law of the Lord. The Lord promises certain blessings for obedience and sure judgments for disobedience. Brandon Pisacrita helps us consider these blessings and curses in today's devotionable. Devotionables #606 - God's Blessing vs. God's Curse Deuteronomy 28 Blue Letter Reading Plan Devotionables is a m...

Anyone convicted of capital punishment and hanged on a tree is cursed by God. We are convicted against the Almighty, but His Son was hung on the tree and accursed in our place; how should we respond but with complete devotion to the One who redeemed us!?! Devotionables #605 - The God Accursed One Deuteronomy 21 The Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Lo...

So many things in this world seek to lure us away from Christ, but they are not new. Thankfully, the Israelites' instruction in Deuteronomy 13 teaches us how to hold fast to our Lord. Devotionables #604 - Enduring Prophets, People, and Politics Deuteronomy 13 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

In Deuteronomy 4:44–11:32, Moses expounds on the greatest commandment and shows us how loving the Lord with all results in God-centered obedience in every corner of our lives. Devotionables #603 - Expouding the Greatest Commandment Deuteronomy 4-11 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

God has graciously provided His people with His law to convict of sin, restrain evil, and reveal how we may please Him in our lives. Deuteronomy expounds & applies His law. God does not intend for us to live "every man for himself." When God grants us victory and blessing in our spiritual walk, look to your brother or sister who's still in the fight. Devotionables #602 - The Three Uses of the Law...

God does not intend for us to live "every man for himself." When God grants us victory & blessing in our spiritual walk, look to your brother or sister who's still in the fight. Devotionables #601 - My Brother's Battles Are Mine Numbers 32-33 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

A new day comes when God appoints a new leader for the Israelites. Moses comes to terms with only glancing at the Promised Land while a new leader, Joshua, rises to leadership. Devotionables #600 - A New Day Numbers 27 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Moses & Aaron prayed to God to provide water for His people, but Moses didn't listen to God's instructions about bringing water from the rock. The people of Israel get their water, but Moses loses out on getting into the Promised Land because of his pride & unbelief. Devotionables #599 - Who Gets the Glory? Numbers 20 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in...

Psalm 90 records a prayer of Moses. The psalm reminds its readers that since time is fleeting for man, we should order our days with God's wisdom so that our lives reflect His glory. Devotionables #598 - A Timely Matter Psalm 90 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

God knows exactly what we need, and He provides it. We should be mindful of God's provision and not desire satisfaction for our physical & emotional appetites. Devotionables #597 - Be Careful What You Wish For Numbers 11 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

In Numbers 3 & 4, God demonstrates the importance of His presence to His people and the demands of His holiness. Through the Levite census, He gracefully provides a way for people to worship Him. Devotionables #596 - The Census and God's Presence with His People Numbers 3-4 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

In Leviticus 26-27, God explains the two routes of life: blessing for the faithful & destruction for the wicked. God adds that if you do fall away, He will always be there to accept a repentant heart. Devotionables #595 - God Blesses the Obedient Leviticus 26-27 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Holiness is one of the central themes of the book of Leviticus. Join Derek as he looks at Leviticus 22 to learn more about what the book of Leviticus has to say about God's holiness and the holiness of his people. Devotionables #594 - Holiness from God Leviticus 22 Blue Letter Bible Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org

Why is the Day of Atonement the center of the Pentateuch? The answer is because the Day of Atonement dramatizes the I hope that God will reverse the fall of Genesis 3 by means of substitutionary atonement. Devotionables #593 - The Drama of Redemption Leviticus 16 Blue Letter Bible Plan Devotionables is a ministry of The Ninth & O Baptist Church in Louisville, KY.  naobc.org