Matthew 14:1

Matthew writes to God’s people and walks them on a journey that will take them from where they are to be Disciple Makers. This is 15 of 27 devotional plans walking us through the book of Matthew. Jesus finishes the section on the parables—lots of key Kingdom truths. Then we see Jesus' response to being misunderstood and to having spiritual strength in such times. 

He lived in the wild, wore weird clothes, had an appetite for bugs, and an aptitude for berating people. But, despite John the Baptist’s eccentric appearance and lifestyle, Jesus claimed “there has not risen anyone greater than John the Baptist” (Matt. 11:11). Who was John the Baptist? What made him so great? Perhaps, most importantly, what can we learn from him about true greatness in God’s kingdom?

Seven days of meditations and prayers will comfort and encourage you as you seek God for healing and restoration. Woven throughout are compelling true stories—both biblical and modern—of God's healing power at work, leading you to discover God’s heart is to heal you, and He still heals today.

Love is such an important concept for us as believers and it’s imperative that we have an understanding of what love is and how to love, even when it may be difficult. Love is a choice, and through this plan, Dr. Doug Weiss will guide you on how to love like Christ loves the church.