July 13 4The oppressor will come to an end, and destruction will cease; the aggressor will vanish from the land. 5In love a throne will be established; in faithfulness a man will sit on it- one from the house of David- one who in judging seeks justice and spread the cause of righteousness.  (Isaiah 16:4, … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

July 12 11I will punish the world for its evil, the wicked for their sins. I will put an end to the arrogance of the haughty and will humble the pride of the ruthless.  (Isaiah 13:11) Happy Monday Friends!  Do you ever read verses like the one above and find yourself checking your calendar, or … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

July 9 8Then I heard the voice of the Lord saying, “Whom shall I send?  And who will go for us?” And I said, “Here am I.   Send me!”  (Isaiah 6:8) Good morning friends.  Yesterday, I, unjustly, jumped all over the joyful celebrations of another sporting championship.  It was an unwarranted attack, but if … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

July 8 7Their land is full of silver and gold; there is no end to their treasures. Their land is full of horses; there is no end to their chariots. 8Their land is full of idols; they bow down to the work of their hands, to what their fingers have made. 9So people will be … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

July 7 3I am my beloved’s and my beloved is mine…(Song of Songs 6:3) Happy Wednesday Fam!  The words above come from Solomon’s Song of Songs.  This line was originally written in reference to the King’s wife speaking words of adoration to him, but when I read it, I can only think of my beloved … More Common Sense REBORN Devotion

July 5 15How beautiful you are, my beloved! Oh, how beautiful! Your eyes are doves.  (Song of Songs 1:15) Song of Songs is an interesting poem about love and desire that seems out of place in the Bible.  There is no other book like this one.  Even the poems of Psalms do not compare to … More Common Sense REBORN Devotional

July 4 13Now all has been heard; here is the conclusion of the matter: Fear God and keep his commandments, for this is the duty of all mankind.  (Ecclesiastes 12:13) Happy Birthday America!  I hope everyone reading this message has a safe and joyful holiday.  I know everyone is busy, so I will keep this … More Common Sense REBORN Devotional

July 3 20Indeed, there is no one on earth who is righteous, no one who does what is right and never sins.  (Ecclesiastes 7:20) Happy Saturday friends!  We are nearing the end of the Book of Ecclesiastes, a very interesting book written by the wise King Solomon.  This book is not packed full of the … More Common Sense REBORN Devotional

June 30 8Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. 9Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.  (Proverbs 31:8, 9) Happy Wednesday Friends and Family!  Today is an important day in the year because it marks our halfway point with … More Common Sense REBORN Devotional

June 29 1Do not boast about tomorrow, for you do not know what a day may bring.  (Proverbs 27:1) Happy Tuesday Fam!  Chapter 27 of Proverbs brings some memorable verses.  It is from this chapter the infamous “As iron sharpens iron” verse comes from, which I almost chose to highlight today.  Instead, I went with … More Common Sense REBORN 2021