Family & parents
46 pieces · 35 devotions
There is a 21-day plan on this subject — Family & parents
- 1 Timothy 1:1-2No Christian is an Island
By God's great mercy, he has not placed us in ministry alone. He has not saved us from the wrath of God only to throw us to the wrath of man.
2013 - Proverbs 31:30Far Above Jewels
If godly women and excellent wives are to be valued far greater than the most precious jewel...
2011 - Proverbs 13:13Don't Suck Your Peas!
The potluck dinner... what Baptist church could even be considered Baptist if its children didn't grow up eating food prepared by complete strangers at least…
2011 - A Changed (young) Life
I became a Christian when I was young, about 7 years old. I grew up In a family that was always in Church, and one Sunday after church I asked my mom how to be…
Patrick Cunningham · 2010 · 3 notes - His Continual Whisper
The world, with all of its sinfulness, always has been and always will be a difficult place for us to live.
Kristie Ansley · 2010 - Ephesians 6:1Obey My What!
Obedience is a difficult pill to swallow... especially when in reference to your parents.
2010 - Thessalonians 4:14The Saving Vibe
"Dad had an amazing send-off... the good vibes that he put out during his lifetime came back to take him up."
Kristie Ansley · 2010 - Isaiah 55:3Listen That You May Live
I had a blind dog while I was growing up. He was a little Pomeranian about the size of an over inflated football.
2009 - James 4:14Well Done
A longtime friend of my family passed away this weekend. As many times as I have witnessed it, death always seems to take me by surprise.
2009 - Jeremiah 29:11I'm His Beloved!
I turn 24 today. Who am I? Where am I going? What have I done with my life over the past year?
Kristie Ansley · 2009 - John 4:42Are You Sure?
Why do you believe Jesus was the Son of God? What proof do you have?
2009 - John 2:5Running From The Whistle
"Whatever He says to you, do it." If only more people would heed Mary's advice.
2009 - John 1:29He Bore our Sins
In a sense, my younger brother could be compared to an escape goat.
2009 - Exodus 20:12Honor Your Parents
As difficult as it is for children to obey their parents, one finds that it is still harder to honor them.
2009 - 1 John 3:1Priceless
To think that the Creator of the universe allows me to call Him my Father is almost incomprehensible.
Eileen Ansley · 2009 - Romans 12:12It's A Journey!
The Christian journey is not easy, but it doesn't have to be complicated.
Scott Meier · 2008 - Genesis 1:26In Apperance Alone
There's a special bond created between a child and a father when they're associated by appearance alone.
2008 - 1 Thessalonians 4:3God's Will: You Must Be...
1 Thessalonians 4:3 For this is the will of God, your sanctification; that is, that you abstain from sexual immorality... Sanctification is a large word both…
2008 - James 4:13Priority 1
College, career, family all are part of the big picture most students are forced to look at...especially when graduation arrives.
Jeff Fields · 2008 - Ephesians 2:19,20The Household of God
I can't imagine the members of any earthly dynasty not studying their own family lineage.
2008 - Matthew 7:15What's Under the Wool?
The scariest thing about being deceived is that you never realize its happening.
2008 · 1 note - Colossians 3:16Just Like My Father
My mom gave Kristie a photo album full of my childhood pictures shortly after we got engaged.
2008 - Hebrews 12:7Love's Discipline
Some things come naturally to us. As children, we inherently learn that certain actions will have unwanted consequences.
2008 - Love Is...
"I knew that saying, "I love you" to Glenn must be supported by patience, kindness, and absence of jealousy."
Kristie Ansley · 2008 · 1 note - Psalm 119:105Your Recipe For Life
There is this fantastic chocolate cake recipe that I have used for years. It was one I got from my mom...
Scott Meier · 2008 - Proverbs 4:18The Light of Dawn
My husband and I received a free car this past weekend. That makes 3 free cars between the two of us.
Kristie Ansley · 2008 - Romans 2:1Careful Where You Point
My dad always told me to be honest with the law enforcement if I ever happened to be pulled over for speeding.
2008 - Philippians 3:14Burned out on God?
"I'm going to make it! You can think whatever you want to now, but you'll see how serious I am one day. I'm going be an astronaut!"
2008 · 1 note - 30 Hour Famine?
I talked to my mom on the phone this week and she mentioned that they youth group at my home church in Florida participated in a 30 hour Famine last weekend.…
2007 · 8 notes - Thank you, God
It is true that Christians should be thankful every day of the year, but this week I want to publicly thank God for the following things in my life: The…
2007 - Ephesians 5:1Imitating My Father
I don't really like broccoli that much but I love spinach...
2007 · 2 notes - James 1:5Lacking Wisdom?
It's great to be home! Last Friday night my wife and I drove 12 hours overnight to Florida from North Carolina.
2007 · 2 notes - Ephesians 6:11,12Successful Warfare
Have you ever played "Kick the Can?" It's a game that my dad taught our youth group when I was in middle school.
2007 · 1 note - Galatians 5:22,23True Peace
Apart from the life changing grace of God, true peace will never be known to you.
2007 · 1 note 
How Do I Deal with Non-Christian Parents?
Do you have unbelieving parents? You're not alone. It's not always easy knowing how to obey God and still honor your parents. Deeper Devotion's own Tim…
Tim Bredamus · 2007
Tell My Parents They Need Jesus?
“Tell my parents they need Jesus? Are you kidding me?” Blue Bryan talks about the importance of being a witness to the people closest to you.
Blue Bryan · 2007 · 1 note
Sibling Sucker Punch
How a stupid cat, a darn good punch, and a little honesty can lead to brotherly love.
Glenn Ansley · 2004- Matthew 6:27My Father's Hands
We all have difficult situations in life that must be dealt with.
2004 · 1 note 
A Legacy Left
Todd Kavanaugh reflects on the passing of his grandfather and the legacy he left.
Todd Kavanaugh · 2004
From Death to Life: On the Passing of a Brother
An officer shares his heart on the recent passing of his youngest brother, Mike.
Glenn Ansley · 2004- Psalm 127:2Even In My Sleep!
It's not uncommon for me to stay up past midnight during the final weeks of a school semester, only to find myself up again before the sun has risen.
2004 · 1 note 
Lost In The Mall
Sometimes a little communication can go a long way.
Kristie Ansley · 2004 · 3 notes- Philippians 1:3-5What's Your Life Saying?
This is the second year that Kristie and I have lived in our own place for Christmas. It's fun to see how...
2003 · 3 notes - Romans 11:1May It Never Be!
We've heard from a very reliable source that we could have his vocal cords removed... but that would just be cruel.
2003 · 1 note 
God and Human Nature
God's nature and our nature are quite different...
Carolina Kavanaugh · 2003 · 1 note
A Dangerous Shade of Gray
How do you determine where to stand in the gray areas of life? What's your guideline?
Glenn Ansley · 2003 · 5 notes