Never-Ending Kingdom - The Crosswalk Devotional - October 9

PLUS...5 Prayers for Children Who Don't Want a Relationship with God [Crosswalk.com Logo]( The Crosswalk Devotional [Devotionals]( [Newsletters]( [e-Cards]( [The Crosswalk Devotional]( Never Ending Kingdom By Emma Danzey [Luke 1:33]( says, “And he will reign over the house of Jacob forever, and of his kingdom there will be no end.” And He Will Reign There has been so much talk over the passing of Queen Elizabeth II around the world. She reigned for 70 years and will go down in history as one of the top 4 longest ruling monarchs. She was known for her service and selflessness. She was a woman of faith in Jesus. Although her reign was great on this earth, the queen herself is now bowing before the King of Kings. Any human reign given by God is ultimately for His purposes. What is amazing about [Luke 1:33]( is that Jesus’ reign is unlike any other. Where earthly rulers make mistakes and sin, Jesus has a flawless rule. Where people in the world have selfish motives, Jesus is perfectly selfless and humble. [Luke 1:33]( is a verse within a passage when Mary is told by the angel Gabriel about her miracle pregnancy of the Savior of the world. Mary was not anywhere near royalty herself. I kind of makes you think about David the shepherd boy who God chose. God’s kingdom is not like what we imagine in our worldly minds. The Lord was calling a teen virgin to carry the eternal Hero Jesus and in this verse in [Luke 1:33]( the angel tells Mary that her son will reign. In her mind, she may have thought the Messiah meant a reign on earth. However, God has a much larger plan. [CONTINUE READING →]( You May Also Like: [5 Prayers for Children Who Don't Want a Relationship with God]( Jennifer Waddle There are specific things you can pray for your children, in hopes they will realize their need for a Savior, and walk in fellowship with Him. Here are 5 prayers for children who don’t want a relationship with God. [CONTINUE READING →]( [4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Loneliness]( Aaron D'Anthony Brown If loneliness describes your state of being today, then take heart. There is a way out, not immediately, but in due time. In God’s time. And in the meantime, here are four ways to make the most of your loneliness. [CONTINUE READING →]( [11 Christian Celebrities You Should Know]( ChristianHeadlines.com Staff Despite perhaps being in the minority, celebrity Christians are out there and many are not afraid to be vocal about their faith. [CONTINUE READING →](                       Bible Trivia Question of the Day                                       Complete the verse: "Set your affection on things above, not on…" A. worldly possessions B. things that shall come to pass C. things displeasing to God D. things on the earth [ANSWER THE QUESTION →]( [Crosswalk.com Logo]( [Read about Salem Web Network]( | [Unsubscribe]( [Email Preference Center]( | [View in Browser]( © 2022 Salem Web Network. All rights reserved. 111 Virginia Street, Suite 200, Richmond, VA 23219. This email is never sent unsolicited. You are receiving this email because your email address, {EMAIL}, is signed up to receive newsletters, updates, and special offers from Crosswalk.com - The Devotional. [Link](