BGC Devotionals
Continue your learning beyond Sunday with these sermon-based devotionals.
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Joy That the World Cannot Give or Take
Joy That the World Cannot Give or Take Devotional From The Sermon: Purified Through Pressure Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: 1 Peter 1:8-9; Romans 8:18; Philippians 4:4-7 Devotional: Peter describes a joy that is [...]
Gold Refined by Fire
Gold Refined by Fire Devotional From The Sermon: Purified Through Pressure Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Proverbs 17:3; Job 23:10; Psalm 12:6; Psalm 119:71 Devotional: A goldsmith does not place precious metal in the [...]
Suffering Does Not Disqualify You
Suffering Does Not Disqualify You Devotional From The Sermon: Purified Through Pressure Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Romans 5:3-5; John 15:20; 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 Devotional: One of the most disorienting experiences a believer can [...]
The God Who Does Not Leave
The God Who Does Not Leave Devotional From The Sermon: Purified Through Pressure Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Hebrews 13:5-6; Psalm 27:13-14 Devotional: In the midnight hour of life, when tears blur your vision [...]
The Furnace of Faithful Endurance
The Furnace of Faithful Endurance Devotional From The Sermon: Purified Through Pressure Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: 1 Peter 1:6-9 Devotional: Trials do not arrive with an invitation. They barge in uninvited, bringing sorrow [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 7
Day 7 - Sunday, July 26th - Launch Sunday
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 6
Day 6 - Saturday July 25th Muli bwanji? (How are you?) God calls us to remember those who feel trapped or forgotten, just as Jesus said in Matthew 25:36, "I was in prison and you [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 5
Day 5 - Friday, July 24th Jesus said in Matthew 25:36, "I was sick and you looked after me." Today's devotional reveals the tender story of 7-year-old Yafet and his mother, whose love and care [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 4
Day 4 - Thursday, July 23rd As you get dressed today, take a moment to meditate on Jesus' words in Matthew 25:36: "I needed clothes and you clothed me." You'll meet Wetu in today's devotional. [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 3
Day 3 - Wednesday, July 22nd Mingalaba! (Good morning!) Jesus said in Matthew 25:35, "I was a stranger and you invited me in." Today, dwell on the transformative power of hospitality. Something special happens when [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 2
Day 2: Tuesday, July 21st Mwauka bwanji! (Good morning!) Jesus said in Matthew 25:35, "I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink." Today, discover what it means to see Jesus in those who [...]
World Vision Matthew 25 Challenge: Day 1
Day 1: Monday, July 20th Today, you're invited to step into a meaningful devotional moment. It's an opportunity to encounter Jesus in a fresh and deeply personal way. As you listen to the powerful story [...]
Becoming the Answer
Becoming the Answer Devotional From The Sermon: The Cry For Help (Part 1) Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Esther 4:12-17 Devotional: Mordecai challenged Esther with powerful words: "Who knows whether you have come to [...]
Hearing the Macedonian Call
Hearing the Macedonian Call Devotional From The Sermon: The Cry For Help (Part 1) Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Acts 16:6-10 Devotional: Paul had a clear purpose: to preach the gospel, but he needed [...]
Expanding Your Heart
Expanding Your Heart Devotional From The Sermon: The Cry For Help (Part 1) Rev. Dr. Bankole Akinbinu Reading: Acts 10:9-28 Devotional: Peter's rooftop vision challenged everything he believed about who deserved God's grace. God [...]
