Ed Young Devotionals

Matthew 28:19-20 teaches that baptism is a public declaration of our faith in Christ, symbolizing our union with His death and resurrection. It is an act of obedience that represents dying to sin and being raised to new life, affirming our commitment to follow Jesus and live according to His will.

Hebrews 10:24-25 reminds us that church is essential for encouragement, spiritual growth, and community. It's not just about attending a service but actively engaging in a fellowship that strengthens our faith, helps us serve others, and reminds us that we are not alone in our walk with Christ.

Acts 2:42 and Matthew 28:19-20 emphasize that a true church is not defined by its building or services but by its commitment to teaching God’s Word, fostering loving fellowship, and making disciples. It reflects Christ's love through action, evangelism, and genuine community, serving as a beacon of hope and truth to the world.

John 15:16 and Titus 3:5 teach that election is God's sovereign choice rooted in His grace and love, calling us to respond in faith and bear lasting fruit, reminding us that salvation is a gift from God, not earned by our works.

John 10:28-29 assures us that our salvation is secure in God's hands; once we are sealed by the Holy Spirit, nothing can break that seal, and no one can take us from God's loving care.

2 Corinthians 3:18 and 1 Thessalonians 5:23 reveal that sanctification is God's ongoing work of transforming us into Christ's image, a gradual process empowered by the Holy Spirit, guiding us to live in righteousness and holiness each day.

Romans 5:1 and 2 Corinthians 5:21 reveal that justification is God's act of declaring us righteous through faith in Christ, freeing us from guilt and granting us peace, as our sins are forgiven and replaced with Christ's perfect record.

2 Peter 3:9 and Luke 13:3 reveal that true repentance is turning away from sin with deep sorrow and turning toward Christ in faith, leading to a new life rooted in God's grace and transformation.

John 3:3 and 2 Corinthians 5:17 teach that we must be born again through God's power, not our own efforts, receiving a new heart and becoming a new creation through the regenerating work of the Holy Spirit.

John 6:44a and Romans 10:14-15 teach that the Gospel is a powerful call from God, inviting us to repentance and new life through the Holy Spirit's transforming power.

Matthew 5:45 and Psalm 145:9 reveal God's common grace, which extends His goodness to all, allowing everyone to experience life's blessings regardless of faith. This grace invites us to see God's love in everyday moments and respond with gratitude and worship, recognizing His kindness in all things.

1 John 3:4 and Romans 5:12 teach that sin is a deliberate choice to reject God's will, originating with Adam and Eve's disobedience, which brought sin and death into the world. While sin separates us from God, His grace through Jesus offers forgiveness and the power to live free from sin's hold.