When to Wait, When to Go, How to Trust—a Challenge for All Believers
In moments of fear or confusion, God calls us to stand still and trust that He will fight our battles for us. Too often, we rush ahead, trying to control outcomes, but sometimes God’s plan requires us to wait for His intervention. Trusting God’s sovereignty means acknowledging that He is in control, even when our instincts push us to act prematurely.
Follow the Footsteps of the Apostle Paul!
Join me for a transformative pilgrimage to Turkey and Greece, in October, as we follow the Apostle Paul’s journey, deepen our faith, and create lasting memories together!
Jesus Demonstrated the Best Way to Train and Equip a Disciple
The 12 disciples didn’t just hear great teachings from Jesus—they saw him in action, observing how he interacted with people from all walks of life, which became a crucial part of their learning.
What Might Happen Because You Decide to Obey One, Simple Nudge?
My challenge to you is this: Pay attention to those promptings from the Holy Spirit. You never know how God might use your obedience to impact someone else’s life or even an entire city.
God Meant Even Ordinary People to Shine His Light in a Dark World
By embracing the role of salt and light in our daily lives, we can spread hope and purpose, shining God's glory in every interaction and helping to expand His kingdom.
In the Majestic World God Created, He Has Given Us Responsibility
Psalm 8 not only reminds us of our purpose in creation but also offers hope that, through Christ's resurrection, we are filled with His Spirit to fulfill our earthly work until He returns to restore all things and bring us into eternal life with Him.
Narrow Gate, Difficult Way, the Path to Wholeness for a Few
Although the narrow road can be challenging, God is our rescuer, and through His help, we can endure and shine a light for others to follow, leading them to the same path of life.
Why God’s “Bless you” means so much more than ours usually does
God’s blessing is affirmed in the wisdom of the Psalms, where those who meditate on His Word are promised protection, joy, and guidance as they follow His path.
Without a Savior’s light, the world remains a dark and deceitful place
God’s love and grace are abundant, freely given to us from the fullness of Christ, but they are not meant to be hoarded; instead, we are called to pour out grace and share the light of Christ with those around us.
The Gift of Jesus Never Ends, and the Prayer of Jesus Always Applies
This Christmas, we are invited to answer Jesus’ prayer by striving for unity in the body of Christ, letting our love and oneness make His presence visible to the world around us.
Whether or not Santa sees us every minute, we know God does!
As we celebrate Christmas, we are called to focus on God’s incredible love for us, remaining vigilant in guarding against false teachings while proclaiming His truth through our actions and words.
The Hope of the Ages, “Peace on Earth,” Will Be Our Reality Someday
The announcement of peace at the birth of Christ, celebrated in Christmas hymns and songs, reminds us that Jesus offers peace not just at Christmas, but for every day and for eternity.
In Case We’ve Forgotten, Here are Some of God’s Reasons for Thanks
While our experiences may differ, we can relate to these situations, whether it's being lost in life, trapped by addiction, making poor decisions, or facing personal storms—God is present in all of these moments to guide, release, and restore us.
Among Our Reasons to be Thankful, This One is Above Them All
While we should be thankful for the daily blessings we see, we must also remember to express profound gratitude for the eternal foundation given to us in Jesus Christ, which sustains and strengthens us.
How do we respond when we know Jesus wants us to take a break?
In times of fatigue and struggle, we can trust that Jesus sees our challenges from afar and will always arrive in time to offer comfort, rescue, and calm the storms in our lives.
We Remember His Provision and Learn to Trust Him with Our Needs
God’s constant presence with the Israelites was marked by a cloud by day and fire by night, symbolizing His unwavering commitment to be with His people, a presence that continues today through the Holy Spirit.
Light and Darkness, Leaven for Evil or Good: Every Believer’s Choice
Ultimately, Luke presents a choice: to embody light and produce good works as a reflection of true faith, or to fall into hypocrisy that tarnishes the message of the Gospel.
God’s Word: at least as delightful as anything else we can acquire
To escape the trap of relentless accumulation, a shift in focus toward God’s Word is essential, requiring more than just superficial engagement with scripture.
What we need if we want to grow fruit—or a relationship with God
The prophet Jeremiah warns against placing our trust in ourselves or earthly alliances instead of relying on God, who is the true source of life and strength.
How to plant carefully for an abundant and beautiful harvest to come
Fall harvest time is a beloved season, marked by vibrant colors and the bounty of various vegetables, reminding us of the importance of sowing and reaping in both nature and life.