Category Archives: devotionals

In Genesis 13 we read about Abraham and Lot. Their Treasures have multiplied so much that the region where they lived could not support them and their shepherds quarreled because of it. Because of this situation, Abraham offers Lot a solution to separate from him and choose which way he wants to go and live. 1. What did Lot see when he raised his eyes?  Genesis 13:10-13 we read all that Lot sees when he lifts his eyes. A Hebrew word vividly describes part of this Jordan Valley as an oval, the land of Egypt. […]

Genesis 17:17 and 18:12, we read that Abraham and Sarah had the same reaction when God announced to them the news that they would finally have a son – they both laughed at that news, and God answered in Genesis 18:14 “Is anything impossible for God?” Their laughter and response to that impossible news is nothing unusual. They reacted as any of us would in that situation. ‘Will it happen? Let it happen to me! Well, don’t be ridiculous. God, you really have a great sense of humor.’ Abraham’s answer was: “Can a child be […]

This year is a year of Prayer for Bosnia and Herzegovina. As we pray we must remember to open the door to the answer to our prayer! This phrase came to me when I was reading the story of Peter in Act 12. This is a time of persecution for the early church. After Stephen had been martyred the believers from Jerusalem had been scattered, some to Phoenicia, some to Cyprus, and others to Antioch. Those who have remained behind are being persecuted. King Herod Agrippa has had the apostle James killed with a sword. […]

In these fast-paced times there is a deep-down need in us to experience real rest. When running a long-distance race, refreshment is vitally important. The stations with water, fruit and gels are what help the runners finish the race. In Matthew’s gospel Jesus invites us to come to him for rest and to be refreshed: “Come to me”, he said “all of you who are weary and burdened, and I will refresh you”. In our lives we are burdened with problems and worries yet Jesus calls us to something greater – to rest. But what […]

And do not lead us into temptation but deliver us from the Evil One! It is usually said that faith is a private matter, also that prayer is a private matter for each of us. Somehow, it is often felt that it is simply distasteful to ask someone how much they pray or how much they read the Bible. I wonder if we are afraid of someone’s answer, maybe because they would embarrass us? Or we are simply afraid that someone, in turn, will ask us the same thing. I don’t know how much anyone […]

And forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors! Matthew 6:12 This biblical verse instantaneously leads us into a kind of speech about how we are obliged to forgive everyone who has sinned against us. You already know this one: 7 times 77 and the like… No doubt, it is necessary to hear such things from time to time because each of us has at least once “held someone in debt”. Many have done this to many people for a long time. But some of us, more than anybody else, hold in debt ourselves. […]

Give us today our daily bread! Matthew 6:11 It is true: I can always trust God for eternal things. I know that there is “life after life”, I know that there is Heaven and Hell, I know that Jesus saved me from punishment and opened the way to the Father’s presence. One day… But today? Do I believe I will have the money to pay the bills? Do I believe tomorrow’s exam will go well? Do I believe I have a chance to find a job? Maybe it’s best if I take care of these […]

Thy kingdom come. Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven. Matthew 6:10 When my walk of faith began, it was truly mesmerizing to meet my Heavenly Father! Frankly, I was not as enthusiastic as I discovered that I was to receive the “whole package”, not only a gentle Father but also a King and Master who claims a place of ultimate authority in my life. Many are discouraged by this revelation, and the most common objection to Christianity is the demand for submission that God undoubtedly places before us. And that’s […]