Devotional thoughts on Romans 12:1, 2; 13:8-10 By Mike Berry I remember the first time I was called out for lacking character. The reason I remember is that it stung. The second, and probably bigger, reason was that it changed me. Forever. Absent Character It was the spring before my senior year of college and […]

Devotional thoughts on Romans 5:1-11 By Mike Berry Many years ago I attended a Christmas musical at my in-laws’ church. I was excited to go for one simple reason—it was Christmas. I love Christmas. As my family will testify (with rolling eyes and grunts)—I have to be told no to getting Christmas decorations out on […]

Devotional thoughts on Romans 9:6-18 By Mike Berry I’ve often thought, I don’t deserve all of these blessings. I mean it. I’ve done far more things wrong in my life than I have right. A few mornings ago, I woke up early, found my spot in a chair in our hallway, sipped my coffee, and […]

Devotional thoughts on Romans 8:28-39 By Mike Berry A few years ago, I was suddenly fired from the church I had been serving with for almost 2 years. It stung. It was embarrassing. Most firings are. The church was in a transition, and my philosophy was a bit different than theirs, so it was clear […]

Devotional thoughts on Romans 5:1-11 By Mike Berry I like boundaries. Boundaries tell us where our limitations are. I wouldn’t consider myself a rule follower, but I am boundary follower. I have been since I was a little boy. Even when there are no stated boundaries, I’ll make up my own. At times, it’s a […]