Mary and Martha: Finding the Balance
February 7th, 2025
Mary and Martha: Finding the Balance"Six days before the Passover, Jesus therefore came to Bethany, where Lazarus was, whom Jesus had raised from the dead. So they had dinner for him there. Martha served, and Lazarus was one of those reclining with him at the table. Mary therefore took a pound of expensive ointment made from pure nard, and anointed the feet of Jesus and wiped his feet with her hai...
Loving as Forgiveness
February 6th, 2025
Loving as Forgiveness"Who is a God like you, pardoning iniquity and passing over transgression for the remnant of his inheritance? He does not retain his anger forever, because he delights in steadfast love. He will again have compassion on us; he will tread our iniquities underfoot. You will cast all our sins into the depths of the sea." — Micah 7:18-19 (ESV)Forgiveness is one of the deepest expr...
But God!
February 5th, 2025
But God!"No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." — 1 Corinthians 10:13 (ESV)Life is full of challenges that test our faith. At times, it feels like the weight of the world is pressing down on us, making it ha...
The Love of Jesus
February 4th, 2025
The Love of Jesus"And behold, a lawyer stood up to put him to the test, saying, 'Teacher, what shall I do to inherit eternal life?' He said to him, 'What is written in the Law? How do you read it?'” — Luke 10:25-26 (ESV)In a world filled with division, Jesus challenges us to love beyond societal expectations. In Luke 10:25-37, Jesus tells the parable of the Good Samaritan in response to the questi...
The Importance of Prayer and Fasting – Part 2
February 3rd, 2025
The Importance of Prayer and Fasting – Week 2"But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you." — Matthew 6:6 (ESV)In our fast-paced lives, prayer can sometimes feel like another task on our to-do list. Yet, Jesus calls us to something deeper—an intimate relationship with our Heavenly Father. Prayer...
The Importance of Prayer and Fasting – Part 1
February 2nd, 2025
The Importance of Prayer and Fasting – Week 1"Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints." — Ephesians 6:18 (ESV)In a world full of distractions, it’s easy to neglect prayer, one of the most powerful tools God has given us. But prayer is more than asking God for things—it’s how we build...
God As Our Shepherd - Week 2
February 1st, 2025
God As Our Shepherd - Week 2“Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me.” — Psalm 23:4 (ESV)Life is full of valleys—seasons of difficulty, uncertainty, and fear. Whether we face illness, financial struggles, or emotional pain, these moments can feel overwhelming. Yet, David reminds us in Psalm 23 ...
God As Our Shepherd - Week 1
January 31st, 2025
God As Our Shepherd - Week 1“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name's sake” — Psalm 23:1-3 (ESV)In a world that constantly pulls us in different directions, it can be easy to lose sight of God’s purpose for us. We chase after more—more success, more p...
Faith During the Seasons of Our Lives
January 30th, 2025
Faith During the Seasons of Our Lives“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven: a time to be born, and a time to die; a time to plant, and a time to pluck up what is planted;” — Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (ESV)Our lives are often shaped by seasons, each with its own rhythm and purpose. These seasons may range from moments of growth and joy to times of waiting, pain, or lo...
Living A Life of Faith as a Believer
January 29th, 2025
Living A Life of Faith as a Believer“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” — Hebrews 11:1 (ESV)Faith is the foundation of our walk with God, a firm confidence in what we hope for and the assurance of things we cannot see, as Hebrews 11:1 defines it. It is not merely an intellectual belief but a deep, abiding trust in God's promises, even when circumstan...
The Comfort of God
January 28th, 2025
The Comfort of God“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our affliction, so that we may be able to comfort those who are in any affliction, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God. For as we share abundantly in Christ's sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too. If we...
Hospitality in Action
January 27th, 2025
Hospitality in Action“Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. And when they saw him they worshiped him, but some doubted. And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teach...
Thanksgiving and Gratitude
January 26th, 2025
Thanksgiving and Gratitude“give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you” — 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV)In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Paul encourages us to "give thanks in all circumstances," not just when life is good, but in every situation. Gratitude isn’t meant to be a seasonal practice or a once-a-year tradition, but a lifestyle. When we live with an ongoing h...
God’s Kingdom
January 25th, 2025
God’s Kingdom“Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved” — Psalm 55:22 (ESV)When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to become consumed by the pressures and struggles we face. Our hearts become heavy, and anxiety can take hold. Yet, in the midst of such times, God invites us to fix our eyes on Him, not on the problems that surround us. Psa...
Starting All Over Again: The Temple
January 24th, 2025
Starting All Over Again: The Temple“And they sang responsively, praising and giving thanks to the Lord, “For he is good, for his steadfast love endures forever toward Israel.” And all the people shouted with a great shout when they praised the Lord, because the foundation of the house of the Lord was laid” — Ezra 3:11 (ESV)In the book of Ezra, the Israelites return to their homeland after decades ...
Starting All Over Again: The Wall
January 23rd, 2025
Starting All Over Again: The Wall“And I said, “O Lord God of heaven, the great and awesome God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments” — Nehemiah 1:5 (ESV).When we look at the walls of our lives—whether they are broken relationships, shattered dreams, or spiritual weariness—it can feel overwhelming. There are moments when we come to realize that we ...
Starting All Over Again: The Law
January 22nd, 2025
Starting All Over Again: The Law"And Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the secretary, “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the Lord.” And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan, and he read it” — 2 Kings 22:8 (ESV)When the long-lost Book of the Law was rediscovered in the temple, it marked a significant moment for the people of Israel. After years of living in disobedience, the redis...
Who is Jesus to You?
January 21st, 2025
Who is Jesus to You?He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter replied, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” — Matthew 16:15-16 (ESV). In Matthew 16:15, Jesus asks His disciples a deeply personal question: “Who do you say that I am?” This question invites us to reflect on who Jesus truly is in our own hearts. It’s a question that requires personal revelation, not just...
Take up the full armor of God
January 20th, 2025
Take up the full armor of God“Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm” — Ephesians 6:13 (ESV)In our journey of faith, we are constantly reminded that our strength is not found in our own abilities, but in the power of God. The challenges of life can often feel overwhelming, but God equips us to stand firm throu...
God Reminds His People What He’s Done For Them
January 19th, 2025
God Reminds His People What He’s Done For Them“For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God” — Ephesians 2:8In a world that often values achievement and self-sufficiency, it’s easy to forget that salvation is not something we can earn. We can fall into the trap of thinking that our salvation depends on the good things we do, the churches we ...