https://danjoseph.me Devotional writings by Dan Joseph. en-us https://danjoseph.me/supplementing-your-faith https://danjoseph.me/supplementing-your-faith Wed, 03 May 2023 14:00:00 GMT Have you ever wondered how you can grow and strengthen your faith? 2 Peter 1:5-7 talks about supplementing our faith. 2 Peter 1:5-7 (ESV) 5 For this very reason, make every effort to supplement you… https://danjoseph.me/the-heavens-declare https://danjoseph.me/the-heavens-declare Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:00:00 GMT When was the last time you gazed into the night sky and noticed something out of the ordinary?  For me, it was just this past week when I looked out the left window of my car and saw a very la… https://danjoseph.me/freedom-in-christ https://danjoseph.me/freedom-in-christ Mon, 18 Jul 2022 14:00:00 GMT We celebrated our nation's birth this month. This holiday always reminds me of Galatians 5 and our Freedom in Christ. Verses 1-15 talk about this freedom. It goes well beyond Christ freeing us from… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-manhood-restored https://danjoseph.me/book-review-manhood-restored Fri, 29 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT There are a lot of choices for books dealing with "Manhood" or "Authentic Manhood". In a crowded space, Eric Mason does a great job differentiating his book from the rest. You'll find topics coveri… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-book-of-acts-witnesses-to-the-world https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-book-of-acts-witnesses-to-the-world Tue, 26 Apr 2022 19:00:00 GMT 21st Century Biblical Commentary books have become some of my favorites. They have figured out how to author a commentary, while giving you the element of a normal book. Steven Ger ( Sojourner Mini… https://danjoseph.me/dead-in-trespasses https://danjoseph.me/dead-in-trespasses Tue, 26 Apr 2022 16:00:00 GMT Ephesians 2:1 And you were dead in the trespasses and sins We’re all dead at some point. Sure, in the beginning before salvation, we were dead. But I believe we’re also near death in more than one … https://danjoseph.me/the-riches-of-his-grace https://danjoseph.me/the-riches-of-his-grace Fri, 22 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT Ephesians 1:7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace Jesus Christ died for us on the cross so that our sins may be forg… https://danjoseph.me/the-lord-your-trust https://danjoseph.me/the-lord-your-trust Thu, 21 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT Psalm 40:4 Blessed is the man who makes the LORD his trust, who does not turn to the proud, to those who go astray after a lie! The Pslamist’s message is pretty clear: Do not become prideful. Do no… https://danjoseph.me/take-up-your-cross https://danjoseph.me/take-up-your-cross Wed, 20 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT Matthew 16:24 Then Jesus told his disciples, “If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me." We all have something that we simply cannot shake. For some, … https://danjoseph.me/how-to-put-on-the-whole-armor-of-god https://danjoseph.me/how-to-put-on-the-whole-armor-of-god Wed, 13 Apr 2022 14:00:00 GMT Ephesians 6:10-20 is the key passage that Christians lean on to protect themselves from spiritual attacks and the wiles of this world. Verse 11 says, "Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-trellis-and-the-vine https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-trellis-and-the-vine Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:00:00 GMT The Trellis and the Vine is a book written by Colin Marshall and Tony Payne that is written for Pastors and other leaders in full time ministry. The concept is that you should be focusing more on y… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-paradise-to-prison https://danjoseph.me/book-review-paradise-to-prison Sat, 17 Jul 2021 14:00:00 GMT Normally, in my opinion, commentaries aren't something you'd consider a relaxing, fun book to read. They're more meant for digging in deep to a book and taking you through details and proofs of the… https://danjoseph.me/a-savior-is-born https://danjoseph.me/a-savior-is-born Fri, 25 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT The story of Luke 2 is the beginning of a story of God's son, Jesus. If you don't know the story, head to biblegateway.com and look up Luke 2 . Luke 2:1 In those days a decree went out from Caesar … https://danjoseph.me/my-heart-is-yours https://danjoseph.me/my-heart-is-yours Thu, 24 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Jesus should be the center of our lives. We need to take a look at ourselves and ask why we're followers of Christ. https://danjoseph.me/abounding-in-thanksgiving https://danjoseph.me/abounding-in-thanksgiving Wed, 23 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Colossians 3:6-7 is a reminder for us to remember our teachings, remember why we accepted Christ, and walk in Him, living with lots of thanksgiving. https://danjoseph.me/his-workmanship-is-you https://danjoseph.me/his-workmanship-is-you Tue, 22 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Ephesians 2:10 tells us we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus, to walk in the good works that God has prepared for us. https://danjoseph.me/live-in-harmony https://danjoseph.me/live-in-harmony Mon, 21 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Romans 12:16 tells us not to think too highly of ourselves. We are to live in harmony with those around us. Let's be kind. https://danjoseph.me/trust-gods-path https://danjoseph.me/trust-gods-path Fri, 18 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Matthew 1:20-21 tells us the story of Gabriel telling Joseph to marry Mary and that she will bear a Son named Jesus. Jesus will save people from their sins. https://danjoseph.me/you-are-free https://danjoseph.me/you-are-free Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Galations 5:1 tells us not to submit to the yoke of slavery. Stand free in Christ Jesus. https://danjoseph.me/keep-your-mind-sober https://danjoseph.me/keep-your-mind-sober Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Have you ever been around anyone who likes to talk about themselves? The ones that seem to turn every moment and conversation their direction? Are you that person? I think we all need to be aware o… https://danjoseph.me/his-shoulders https://danjoseph.me/his-shoulders Tue, 15 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Isaiah 9:6 tell us about a child that will come and grow to be the one who holds up the Governments on his shoulders. His name will be Emmanuel. https://danjoseph.me/hes-right-behind-you https://danjoseph.me/hes-right-behind-you Mon, 14 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Judges 3:7-11 tells us the story of Israel turning away from God, then crying out for help. God was right there waiting to help them. He is there waiting for you. https://danjoseph.me/waiting-urgently https://danjoseph.me/waiting-urgently Sun, 13 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Luke 12:40 reminds us that Jesus could return at any time, and that our time on Earth should be urgent. https://danjoseph.me/speak-kindly https://danjoseph.me/speak-kindly Sat, 12 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT In Colossians 4, Paul gives us a framework of how we are to great people, talk with people, and keep a good mind for people. This can cool down all kinds of hot topics, and help spread the light of Christ. https://danjoseph.me/consequential-fire https://danjoseph.me/consequential-fire Fri, 11 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT Aaron, brother of Moses, had two sons. Nadab and Abihu. Like many of us, they played with fire. Unfortunately, they suffered consequences most of us never faced. These were the oldest two sons of A… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-follow-me https://danjoseph.me/book-review-follow-me Wed, 09 Dec 2020 15:00:00 GMT David Platt, author of the book "Radical" and founder of Radical, Inc. penned a beauty while nailing discipleship on the head. This isn't a step by step "how-to" book of discipleship. This is a lon… https://danjoseph.me/gods-rest-genesis-21-3 https://danjoseph.me/gods-rest-genesis-21-3 Mon, 02 Nov 2020 15:00:00 GMT Genesis 2:1-3 (ESV), 1 Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all the host of them. 2 And on the seventh day God finished his work that he had done, and he rested on the seventh day from… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-whisper https://danjoseph.me/book-review-whisper Fri, 11 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMT Mark Batterson penned a gem in this one. Whisper is all about listening for the voice of God and how to discern it. This two part book will have your attention from start to finish. At the end, you… https://danjoseph.me/daniel-6 https://danjoseph.me/daniel-6 Thu, 03 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMT Daniel 6:1 It pleased Darius to set over the kingdom 120 satraps, to be throughout the whole kingdom; Darius - Ruled 538-536 BC.  He took over when God judged Belshazzar (Daniel 5) and split h… https://danjoseph.me/daniel-who-was-daniel https://danjoseph.me/daniel-who-was-daniel Tue, 01 Sep 2020 14:00:00 GMT The Book of Daniel was written by a prophet named Daniel.  Daniel is categorized under the Major Prophets of the Bible.  Daniel lived in Babylon under several rules.  He had friends … https://danjoseph.me/daniel-5 https://danjoseph.me/daniel-5 Fri, 28 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT Daniel 5:1 Belshazzar the king made a great feast for a thousand of his lords, and drank wine in the presence of the thousand.  He made a great feast, and was drinking wine in the presence of … https://danjoseph.me/the-book-of-jude https://danjoseph.me/the-book-of-jude Mon, 24 Aug 2020 14:00:00 GMT A Study of Jude Jude is an epistle (letter) written by Jude, brother of James written between 70 and 90 AD. It is believed by most scholars that this Jude is not the Apostle Jude (son of James), bu… https://danjoseph.me/daniel-1 https://danjoseph.me/daniel-1 Thu, 14 May 2020 14:07:56 GMT Daniel was a young man living in Judah when they were attacked by the king of Babylon.  Many people were enslaved and taken away to live there as a result.  Daniel was not only a prophet,… https://danjoseph.me/fear-no-storms https://danjoseph.me/fear-no-storms Sat, 02 Nov 2019 21:20:12 GMT You're going to go through a lot of storms and valleys throughout your life. Whether they're a simple job layoff period or bad news from a doctor, God is there to walk with you every step of the wa… https://danjoseph.me/romans-9-israel-and-today-1-4 https://danjoseph.me/romans-9-israel-and-today-1-4 Tue, 03 Sep 2019 14:00:04 GMT Israel's Rejection of Christ Romans 9:1-5, I tell the truth in Christ, I am not lying, my conscience also bearing me witness in the Holy Spirit, 2 that I have great sorrow and continual grief in my… https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-3-3 https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-3-3 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 14:00:18 GMT The Christian Playbook In this third and final piece of Romans 12 (NKJV), I am going to take you verse by verse of Romans 12:9-21. This is what I’m calling “The Christian Playbook”. Some bible’s he… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-discipling https://danjoseph.me/book-review-discipling Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:00:46 GMT This is about as short, sweet, and to the point as you can get on any topic. "Discipling" by Mark Dever takes you through a thorough study of the top of discipleship. As part of the 9Marks series, … https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-2-3 https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-2-3 Mon, 19 Aug 2019 14:00:16 GMT Serving God with Your Spiritual Gifts Romans 12:3-8 (NKJV), 3 For I say, through the grace given to me, to everyone who is among you, not to think of himself more highly than he ought to think, but… https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-1-3 https://danjoseph.me/romans-12-walk-as-christ-walked-1-3 Thu, 15 Aug 2019 14:00:21 GMT God's Will For Your Life The million dollar question for Christians is always “God, what do you want me to do for you?” We sit around asking this question over and over waiting for a specific time,… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-invisible-war https://danjoseph.me/book-review-the-invisible-war Fri, 25 Jan 2019 05:00:06 GMT If you want a deep exploration of Ephesians 6 and a dose of spiritual warfare reality, this is a must read. Chip Ingram takes you through his personal stories of spiritual warfare without holding b… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-good-to-great-in-gods-eyes https://danjoseph.me/book-review-good-to-great-in-gods-eyes Tue, 22 Jan 2019 15:00:54 GMT Christians are always looking for ways to improve themselves. It goes along with conviction and desire to live to be more Christ-like. Chip Ingram has penned a beauty in identifying 10 terrific are… https://danjoseph.me/the-whole-armor-of-god https://danjoseph.me/the-whole-armor-of-god Fri, 18 Jan 2019 15:00:16 GMT Living "In the Spirit" or "for Christ" is more than just believing in God and accepting Christ as your savior. You need to be faithful in reading the Bible, praying, and petitioning God. We must al… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-making-things-new https://danjoseph.me/book-review-making-things-new Tue, 17 Jul 2018 14:00:53 GMT York masterfully takes you through an adventure of God's dream in this well written book of eschatology and social justice. You'll be challenged by his personal accounts of how God transformed him … https://danjoseph.me/book-review-leave-well-valley https://danjoseph.me/book-review-leave-well-valley Mon, 16 Jul 2018 14:00:15 GMT As the old hymn goes, "Leave a Well in the Valley", so does Dale Peterson's incredible story. It would be an understatement to say that this book is his well. In fact, he has many, and freely tells… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-something-beautiful https://danjoseph.me/book-review-something-beautiful Fri, 13 Jul 2018 01:10:31 GMT “The Story of Everything” includes you and God in an interdependent way. York Moore penned a beauty while painting this picture of chasing what you already know, but didn’t quite get. I always appr… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-living-power-holy-spirit https://danjoseph.me/book-review-living-power-holy-spirit Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:00:56 GMT I came in contact with a person who was talking about his visions and tongues and all kinds of other things. I didn't know how to respond to it, so I began to read up on the subject of gifts and th… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-strange-fire https://danjoseph.me/book-review-strange-fire Fri, 30 Mar 2018 14:00:10 GMT Nadab and Abihu, sons of Aaron, the brother of Moses, took God's power into their own hands, thus being consumed by fire. In John MacArthur's "Strange Fire", he examines the dangerous practice of g… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-halftime https://danjoseph.me/book-review-halftime Tue, 06 Feb 2018 15:00:48 GMT At some point in everyone's life, they think about a transition into something better. Whether its changing careers, or just advancing themselves, there is that exploratory period. Bob Buford had o… https://danjoseph.me/book-review-spiritual-gifts-can-help-grow-church https://danjoseph.me/book-review-spiritual-gifts-can-help-grow-church Mon, 29 Jan 2018 15:00:50 GMT Revision as of 3/6/2018. Spiritual gifts are a topic that I hadn't heard or read much about. Sure, they're laid out in the bible. I've heard about people learning to speak in tongues, and have met … https://danjoseph.me/romans-121-7-spiritual-gifts https://danjoseph.me/romans-121-7-spiritual-gifts Tue, 16 Jan 2018 15:00:05 GMT I was recently asked if I had ever taken the spiritual gifts test. Spiritual gifts are given to Christians after they accept Jesus Christ. Everyone has at least one gift, and some have more than on…