This is love: that we walk in obedience to [God’s] commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love. - 2 John 1:6 (NIV)

Now and then, my friend Gerardo asks me to take care of his dog, Esna — a sweet, gentle, and energetic pug. She’s the kind of dog who doesn’t need a leash. She seldom strays far from me, but when she does all I have to do is whistle and...

Today's Prayer
Creator God, help us to live daily as you would have us live — following the precepts you laid down long ago. Amen.

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Today's Reading
John 14:15-26

Thought for the Day

Obedience to God brings love, peace, and joy into my life.

Prayer Focus

To be obedient to God


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