HPC Daily Devotionals

Michael Campagna Then Peter replied, “I see very clearly that God shows no favoritism. 35 In every nation he accepts those who fear him and do what is right. This is the message of Good News for the people of Israel—that there is peace with God through Jesus Christ, who is Lord of all.”

Colleen Conti So the Twelve called a meeting of all the believers. They said, “We apostles should spend our time teaching the word of God, not running a food program. And so, brothers, select seven men who are well respected and are full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will give them this responsibility.”

Patrick Ramos Then Peter continued preaching for a long time, strongly urging all his listeners, “Save yourselves from this crooked generation!” Those who believed what Peter said were baptized and added to the church that day—about 3,000 in all.

Terry Franks After breakfast Jesus asked Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” “Yes, Lord,” Peter replied, “you know I love you.” “Then feed my lambs,” Jesus told him.

David Wray Simon Peter said, “I'm going fishing.” “We'll come, too,” they all said. So they went out in the boat, but they caught nothing all night. At dawn Jesus was standing on the beach, but the disciples couldn't see who he was.

Paul Musso When Jesus came to the region of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, “Who do people say that the Son of Man is?” “Well,” they replied, “some say John the Baptist, some say Elijah, and others say Jeremiah or one of the other prophets.” Then he asked them, “But who do you say I am?” Simon Peter answered, “You are the Messiah, the Son of the living God.”Jesus replied, “You are blessed, Simon son of John, because my Father in heaven has revealed this to you. You did not learn this from any human being.

Kristin Thibodeaux “Yes, come,” Jesus said. So Peter went over the side of the boat and walked on the water toward Jesus. But when he saw the strong wind and the waves, he was terrified and began to sink. “Save me, Lord!” he shouted. Jesus immediately reached out and grabbed him. “You have so little faith,” Jesus said. “Why did you doubt me?”

Doug Musso And as soon as they landed, they left everything and followed Jesus.

Marla Stroup When he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Now go out where it is deeper, and let down your nets to catch some fish.” “Master,” Simon replied, “we worked hard all last night and didn't catch a thing. But if you say so, I'll let the nets down again.” And this time their nets were so full of fish they began to tear!

Terry Franks One day as Jesus was preaching on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, great crowds pressed in on him to listen to the word of God. He noticed two empty boats at the water's edge, for the fishermen had left them and were washing their nets. Stepping into one of the boats, Jesus asked Simon, its owner, to push it out into the water. So he sat in the boat and taught the crowds from there.

How do we look past the obvious Biblical principles to find deeper meaning in our Bible reading? Can we really find Jesus in the Old Testament? Host Tanner Schafer continues the conversation with Associate Pastor Michael Campagna and Highland Campus Pastor Marla Stroup. Pastors Michael and Marla answer some questions sent in by listeners. They also discuss how we should approach the Old Testament and how to find Jesus when reading through the various laws and regulations. Commentary: https://enduringword.com NLT Study Bible: https://a.co/d/5QqLqsS One Year Bible: https://a.co/d/dCp1RvQ Scriptures mentioned: 1 Corinthians 14:33, Proverbs 3:5-6, Exodus 20:1-17, Matthew 5:17-20, Matthew 5:17-20, Romans 13:8 Connect with Healing Place College: https://www.healingplacecollege.org Follow along with the conversation and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Who was Melchizedek, and what does this lesser-known Old Testament figure teach us about the significance of our High Priest? Host Colleen Conti continues the conversation with Associate Pastors David Wray and Tanner Schafer. Pastors David and Tanner discuss Melchizedek's meeting with Abram and some different theories about who this mysterious figure was. They also teach what Melchizedek's roles as a priest and king show us about the significance of Jesus' fulfillment of these roles and what that means for our lives today. Scriptures mentioned: Genesis 14:17-24, Hebrews 7, Genesis 12:1-3, Psalm 110:4, Hebrews 5:5-6, Leviticus 16, Hebrews 7:24-26 Connect with Healing Place College: https://www.healingplacecollege.org Have Questions? We want to hear from you! Submit your questions for the special Q&A episode coming soon! http://healingplacechurch.org/q&a Follow along with the conversation and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Jesus compares himself to a snake? What does this have to do with salvation? Host Colleen Conti continues the conversation with Associate Pastor Johnny Green and HPC Dream Center Pastor JT Terry. Pastors Johnny and JT discuss the Israelites' disobedience in the wilderness, the consequences of their complaining, and God's faithfulness to provide a way out. They also discuss the parallel in the New Testament when Jesus compares himself to the snake from Numbers and what that means for us today. Scriptures mentioned: Numbers 21:4-9; John 3:14-15, Deuteronomy 29, 3 John 2, Acts 6, John 3:16, John 3:8, John 12:32-33, 1 Corinthians 15, 2 Corinthians 5:21, Galatians 3:13 Connect with Healing Place College: https://www.healingplacecollege.org Follow along with the conversation and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts. Submit your questions for the Q&A Episode: http://healingplacechurch.org/q&a

Who was the first Adam and how does the second Adam succeed where the first failed? Host Colleen Conti continues the conversation with Associate Pastor Johnny Green and Healing Place College teacher Dr. Michael Ferris. Pastor Johnny and Dr. Ferris discuss the similarities and differences between the first and second Adam. They also encourage the listener with how Jesus succeeds every place where the first Adam (and all humanity) fails. Scriptures mentioned: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:25, Psalm 8, Genesis 1:27, Genesis 1:28, 2:15, Genesis 1:29-30, 2:16, Genesis 1:17, Matthew 6:10, Romans 5:12-21, Genesis 3:1-24, Colossians 1:15-20, 1 Timothy 2:14, Romans 5:12, Matthew 4:1-11, Matthew 3:17, Luke 4:16-21, Genesis 3:21, Romans 7, Romans 8:1 Connect with Healing Place College: https://www.healingplacecollege.org Follow along with the conversation and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Why does the Israelites' experience at the Red Sea matter and how does that point to salvation and baptism? Host Colleen Conti continues the conversation with Associate Pastor Johnny Green and Highland Campus Pastor Marla Stroup. Pastors Johnny & Marla discuss the events that led the Israelites to the Red Sea and the similarities between the people of Israel and the life of Jesus. They also share about the significance of the themes of salvation and water baptism connected to the rescue at the Red Sea. Scriptures mentioned: *Genesis 12:1-7, Genesis 18:9-15, Genesis 42:1-2; 46:1-7, Exodus 1:15-18, Exodus 13:17-18, Exodus 14, Exodus 15:22-24, Exodus 19:10, Exodus 42:1-2; 46:1-7, Ezekiel 36:24-27, Matthew 2:13-15, Matthew 2:16-18, Matthew 3:16, Matthew 28:19, Mark 1:9-13, Luke 1:26-38, John 12:30-33, John 14:6, Acts 2:37-38, Acts 22:16, Romans 6:3-4, Ephesians 2:8-9, Ephesians 4:3-4, I Peter 3:21 *Connect with Healing Place College: https://www.healingplacecollege.org Follow along with the conversation and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Paul Musso Worry weighs a person down; an encouraging word cheers a person up.

Colleen Conti Those who are dominated by the sinful nature think about sinful things, but those who are controlled by the Holy Spirit think about things that please the Spirit. So letting your sinful nature control your mind leads to death. But letting the Spirit control your mind leads to life and peace.

Ryan Frith After consulting the people, the king appointed singers to walk ahead of the army, singing to the Lord and praising him for his holy splendor. This is what they sang: “Give thanks to the Lord; his faithful love endures forever!” At the very moment they began to sing and give praise, the Lord caused the armies of Ammon, Moab, and Mount Seir to start fighting among themselves.

Marla Stroup He said, “Listen, all you people of Judah and Jerusalem! Listen, King Jehoshaphat! This is what the Lord says: Do not be afraid! Don't be discouraged by this mighty army, for the battle is not yours, but God's.”

Terry Franks Jehoshaphat was terrified by this news and begged the Lord for guidance. He also ordered everyone in Judah to begin fasting. So people from all the towns of Judah came to Jerusalem to seek the Lord's help.

Kristin Thibodeaux Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. Because of the joy awaiting him, he endured the cross, disregarding its shame. Now he is seated in the place of honor beside God's throne.

Ryne Hester This is what the Lord says: “Stop at the crossroads and look around. Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it. Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls. But you reply, ‘No, that's not the road we want!'”

David Wray Don't worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God's peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus. And now, dear brothers and sisters, one final thing. Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise

Doug Musso “Take my yoke upon you. Let me teach you, because I am humble and gentle at heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy to bear, and the burden I give you is light.”

Terry Olivier Then Jesus said, “Come to me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest.”

Michael Campagna Yet I still dare to hope when I remember this: The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is his faithfulness; his mercies begin afresh each morning.

Jose Hernandez All praise to God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. God is our merciful Father and the source of all comfort. He comforts us in all our troubles so that we can comfort others. When they are troubled, we will be able to give them the same comfort God has given us.

Marla Stroup The righteous person faces many troubles, but the Lord comes to the rescue each time. For the Lord protects the bones of the righteous; not one of them is broken! Calamity will surely destroy the wicked, and those who hate the righteous will be punished. But the Lord will redeem those who serve him. No one who takes refuge in him will be condemned.

Ryne Hester The eyes of the Lord watch over those who do right; his ears are open to their cries for help. But the Lord turns his face against those who do evil; he will erase their memory from the earth. The Lord hears his people when they call to him for help. He rescues them from all their troubles. The Lord is close to the brokenhearted; he rescues those whose spirits are crushed.

Mike Davis I will praise the Lord at all times. I will constantly speak his praises. I will boast only in the Lord; let all who are helpless take heart. Come, let us tell of the Lord's greatness; let us exalt his name together.

Patrick Ramos And we know that God causes everything to work together for the good of those who love God and are called according to his purpose for them.

Katie Buller You will keep in perfect peace all who trust in you, all whose thoughts are fixed on you!

Tanner Schafer Now may the God of peace make you holy in every way, and may your whole spirit and soul and body be kept blameless until our Lord Jesus Christ comes again. God will make this happen, for he who calls you is faithful.

Terry Franks “Go out and stand before me on the mountain,” the Lord told him. And as Elijah stood there, the Lord passed by, and a mighty windstorm hit the mountain. It was such a terrible blast that the rocks were torn loose, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. And after the earthquake there was a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper.

Allison Pumilia Then he went on alone into the wilderness, traveling all day. He sat down under a solitary broom tree and prayed that he might die. “I have had enough, Lord,” he said. “Take my life, for I am no better than my ancestors who have already died.” Then he lay down and slept under the broom tree. But as he was sleeping, an angel touched him and told him, “Get up and eat!” He looked around and there beside his head was some bread baked on hot stones and a jar of water! So he ate and drank and lay down again.

Kristin Thibodeaux He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for His name's sake.

Colleen Conti But the Holy Spirit produces this kind of fruit in our lives: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control. There is no law against these things! Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there.

David Wray When you follow the desires of your sinful nature, the results are very clear: sexual immorality, impurity, lustful pleasures, idolatry, sorcery, hostility, quarreling, jealousy, outbursts of anger, selfish ambition, dissension, division, envy, drunkenness, wild parties, and other sins like these. Let me tell you again, as I have before, that anyone living that sort of life will not inherit the Kingdom of God.

Marla Stroup So I say, let the Holy Spirit guide your lives. Then you won't be doing what your sinful nature craves. The sinful nature wants to do evil, which is just the opposite of what the Spirit wants. And the Spirit gives us desires that are the opposite of what the sinful nature desires. These two forces are constantly fighting each other, so you are not free to carry out your good intentions.

Chris Pumilia And what do you benefit if you gain the whole world but lose your own soul? Is anything worth more than your soul?

Paul Musso When Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were amazed at his teaching, for he taught with real authority—quite unlike their teachers of religious law.

Colleen Conti “Anyone who listens to my teaching and follows it is wise, like a person who builds a house on solid rock. Though the rain comes in torrents and the floodwaters rise and the winds beat against that house, it won't collapse because it is built on bedrock.”

Ryan Frith “A good tree produces good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit. A good tree can't produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can't produce good fruit.”

Kristin Thibodeaux “Do to others whatever you would like them to do to you. This is the essence of all that is taught in the law and the prophets.”

Chris Pumilia “You parents—if your children ask for a loaf of bread, do you give them a stone instead? Or if they ask for a fish, do you give them a snake? Of course not! So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.”

Allison Pumilia “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.”

Ryne Hester “And why worry about a speck in your friend's eye when you have a log in your own? How can you think of saying to your friend, ‘Let me help you get rid of that speck in your eye,' when you can't see past the log in your own eye? Hypocrite! First get rid of the log in your own eye; then you will see well enough to deal with the speck in your friend's eye.”

Tanner Schafer “Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and live righteously, and he will give you everything you need.”

Doug Musso “That is why I tell you not to worry about everyday life—whether you have enough food and drink, or enough clothes to wear. Isn't life more than food, and your body more than clothing? Look at the birds. They don't plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them. And aren't you far more valuable to him than they are? Can all your worries add a single moment to your life?”

Michael Campagna “Don't store up treasures here on earth, where moths eat them and rust destroys them, and where thieves break in and steal. Store your treasures in heaven, where moths and rust cannot destroy, and thieves do not break in and steal. Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.”

Terry Franks And don't let us yield to temptation, but rescue us from the evil one.