Just as runners need to pace themselves and rest, spiritual growth involves periods of steady, deliberate practice, ensuring we are well-prepared for the more demanding aspects of life and faith.

When believers unite in Jesus over everything else, then that unity will produce the fruit of the Spirit for life in the church, and the world will see the coming of the Lord.

Following Jesus isn't a guarantee that life will be easy or that everything will fall into place; rather, it's a journey of transformation where trust in Him is essential, not merely relying on Him as a good luck charm.

Everything God has created has seasons of rest and seasons of productivity. And everything God created depends on him for life and growth.

Luke spent hours and hours, likely over months or even years, to help Theophilus have an accurate understanding of Jesus. What if we all invested that kind of time and energy in helping just one person have a deep and abiding knowledge of Jesus?