Just as Moses led God’s people out of Egypt, Jesus came to bring spiritual deliverance. Matthew’s gospel bridges the Old and New Testament, showing how Jesus fulfills the promises made to Israel, revealing God's grand plan for redemption.

In the face of fear and uncertainty, God's instruction is clear: "Be still and know that I am God." We must resist the urge to panic and instead sit quietly in God's presence, laying down our anxieties. In doing so, we find the peace that surpasses all understanding and are better able to hear His guidance for the future.

As I prepare to step down from my role, I want to encourage you to trust in God's leading, knowing that He is preparing others around you to carry forward the work He has called you to.

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!

Just as Moses was punished for not honoring God’s command, we must remember that it is not our place to define or execute justice but to trust God’s timing and sovereignty.

We must put 100% of our faith and confidence in God, just as Joshua and Caleb did, knowing that true unity and peace come from following His guidance and truth.

In the depths of distress, our longing for God often grows stronger as we face the challenges that make us turn to Him more deeply, just as the deer pants for water in times of thirst.

Through self-reflection, I’ve learned that if we experience God’s love as children, we are more likely to develop a faith that recognizes His love as sufficient for every need, teaching us to trust and rely on Him.

We are so conditioned to think that we must figure it out and be self-sufficient, yet time and time again we are told to place our trust firmly in the Lord and not lean on our understanding.

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.

While we may be quick to point out the flaws in others, David’s description of the wicked serves as a reminder that we, too, fall short of God’s glory and are in need of His mercy and grace.

The Bible warns us about the dangers of idolatry, not just through images or statues, but through anything we place above our love for God—whether it's people, politics, or even social media.

As we face unknown afflictions, we can take comfort in knowing that God sees and hears us, even when we’re unaware of how many dangers He’s already shielded us from.

Recently, I learned of a moment in a professors classroom where one student, unfamiliar with the gospel, was open to hearing it for the first time—a reminder of the openness many Gen Z students have toward learning about faith.

Moses’ words to the Israelites—“Fear not. Stand firm. See the salvation of the Lord”—are a reminder that God is in control, even when our circumstances seem completely out of our hands.

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.

As I follow God’s calling, one exciting opportunity I’m looking forward to is leading a trip to Turkey and Greece where we will explore cities from Paul’s missionary journeys and share devotional thoughts at each biblical site.

Jesus' role as the “Lamb of God” is announced by John the Baptist, setting the stage for Jesus' ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling the meaning of Passover through His death on the cross.

The real essence of Psalm 23 is not about material success but about surrendering control to God, allowing Him to lead us in peace and righteousness, especially in times of difficulty.

Christians often struggle to truly believe and live according to Scripture despite claiming it as inspired and true.