Category Archives: Dale's Devotional

God Looks at the Heart

1 Samuel 16:7 - But the Lord said to Samuel, “Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but … Continue reading

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Men’s Midweek Encouragement

Men’s Midweek Encouragement May 18, 2011 Good Morning Brothers, I thought I would share with you this prayer from John Baillie followed by a few thoughts that I had about it… Give me, O God, this day a strong and … Continue reading

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Three Questions (Men’s Midweek Encouragement)

Where are you going? How are you going to get there? How will you know when you’re there? Good Morning Brothers, This past March I received a newsletter from Len Sykes. Len is a godly man who mentors, teaches, disciples, … Continue reading

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The Heart of the Matter (Men’s Devotional for this Lord’s Day)

Good Morning Brothers, Part of my devotional Scripture reading this morning was from Proverbs 27. This chapter could be called the “men’s ministry” chapter. There are some great texts in it. Two of them, I believe, are right on target for … Continue reading

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Stealing God’s Glory?

I have been thinking about writing on the subject of how we often attempt to rob God of his glory by trying to take credit for so much of what he does in and through us. I’m reminded of how … Continue reading

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God Will Provide

by Dale Tedder Selected verses from Genesis 22 Abraham was told by God to sacrifice his son – the son of promise – the dear child that Abraham and Sarah had waited a century to have. It was this very … Continue reading

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Spiritual Life Checkup: Introduction

Back on December 14th, I shared that I was going to be working on a revised version of a “spiritual life checkup” that I put together eight or nine years ago. Well… it’s finished. I’ll post it in parts so … Continue reading

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Do You Believe This? (Encouragement for Today)

by Dale Tedder Psalm 116:5-7     The Lord is gracious and righteous;         our God is full of compassion.     [6] The Lord protects the simplehearted;         when I was in great need, he saved me.     [7] Be at rest … Continue reading

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Real Power Walking

by Dale Tedder Galatians 3:1-5 - You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. [2] I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by … Continue reading

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Suggested Reading for Men’s Discipleship

I’ve been a fan of Pat Morley’s Man in the Mirror ministry for a good number of years now. In my opinion, Morley well understands the Bible, discipleship, and men. I would encourage you to read the following suggested articles … Continue reading

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The Old, Old Story: Part 4

Based on selected Scripture Adapted from a sermon preached September 5, 2010 Click here for Part 1 Click here for Part 2 Click here for Part 3 Now, in just a minute, we’re going to celebrate Holy Communion. And as … Continue reading

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The Old, Old Story: Part 3

Based on selected Scripture Adapted from a sermon preached September 5, 2010 Click here for Part 1 Click here for Part 2 Thus far we’ve seen that the old, old story is a lot older than we usually think. But what … Continue reading

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