AND THEN THERE WAS SILENCE

God Has Spoken.

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Devotionals, written sermons, and a journey through Scripture—calling the heart before the Word and toward Christ.

From the Quiet Place

Come with an open Bible and a teachable heart. These writings are offered to help readers behold God in His Word, see Christ more clearly, and walk faithfully in the truth.

Devotionals   ·   Canonical Journey   ·   Written Sermons

Devotional Readings

Distinct forms of reading for personal reflection, family discipleship, and growth in Christ.

Adult Devotionals

Scripture meditations for slow reading, reverent worship, and a faithful walk with God.

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Children’s Devotionals

Clear, warm, Christ-centered readings for young hearts, shared with the families who shepherd them.

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Apples of Gold

Brief meditations that gather one biblical truth into a memorable word and carry the heart toward Christ.

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Formation Edition

Accessible readings that open biblical truth and encourage believers toward growing likeness to Christ.

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Bible Reading Plans

Read the Word. Behold Christ.

From Genesis to Revelation, the Scriptures unfold God’s redemptive purpose, finding its fulfilment in Jesus Christ. These plans bring related passages together so readers can encounter the unity of Scripture while reading the entire Bible. They are not Bible studies or devotional guides, but simply invitations to open God’s Word and read.

Through the Bible in One Year

One complete reading of all 66 books in 2027. Three to four chapters most days, with connected passages from across Scripture.

Download the one-year plan (PDF)

Through the Bible Twice

Two complete readings in 2027, with connected passages arranged throughout the year. Approximately six to seven chapters daily.

Download the twice-through plan (PDF)

Both plans are free to download, print, and share with family, friends, or your church. No registration is required.

Canonical Journey

Trace the unfolding story of Scripture from Genesis to Revelation, attending to each passage in its place and seeing the redemptive purpose of God fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

January — Creation, Eden, and the Promise of Redemption

Begin with Reading 1: In the Beginning

Written Sermons

Sermon manuscripts for careful reading beneath the authority of Scripture. Read slowly, keep the Bible open, and weigh every explanation by the Word of God.

Browse by Scripture

Deuteronomy   ·   Judges   ·   Ecclesiastes   ·   Habakkuk   ·   Matthew   ·   John   ·   1 Peter


Written Sermons

When Pilgrims Settle Down

Judges 5:2, 14–24, 31

A sermon from Judges 5 on the danger of allowing the affairs of life to displace obedience to the LORD, and the grace and lasting rest found in Jesus Christ.

When the Mighty Meet the LORD

Judges 5:13

A sermon lifting weary eyes to the sufficiency of Jesus Christ—His finished redemption, His mercy in our weakness, and a life of faith and obedience sustained by His Spirit.

The Many Things We Build After Leaving God

Ecclesiastes 7:29

A sermon from Ecclesiastes 7:29 on God’s upright creation, our multiplying substitutes, and Christ’s work to bring us back to God.

Begotten Again — According to His Abundant Mercy

1 Peter 1:1–3

A sermon on the abundant mercy of God, the precious blood of Christ, the new birth, and the living hope secured by His resurrection.

A Servant’s Heart

Deuteronomy 10:11–22

A sermon on beholding the God we serve, cleaving to Him, and following Christ, the obedient Son. A servant’s heart begins with God.

Bethabara — The Crossing Where Deliverance and Discipleship Meet

Judges 7:24 · John 1:28–29

At the crossing, Scripture calls the sinner to behold the Lamb and live, and the believer to behold the Lamb and follow. A sermon on deliverance, repentance, and a heart drawn near to Christ.

The Weightier Matters

Matthew 23:23–24

A sermon on hearing the Word of God with biblical proportion—caring about everything God has spoken while giving each matter the weight God Himself gives it.

And Then There Was Silence

Habakkuk 1–3 · Habakkuk 2:20

A sermon through Habakkuk on the biblical conviction behind the name and purpose of this site: God has spoken, and we are called to hear Him with reverence.

Read with Scripture Open

Let the Word of God govern what you receive. Linger over the passages, weigh every explanation by Scripture, and carry what you learn into prayer, worship, and faithful obedience.

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