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“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“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“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“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“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“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"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?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“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“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 ...

The Father's Love for Us"But the father said to his servants, ‘Bring quickly the best robe, and put it on him, and put a ring on his hand, and shoes on his feet. And bring the fattened calf and kill it, and let us eat and celebrate. For this my son was dead, and is alive again; he was lost, and is found.” — Luke 15:22-24 (ESV)The story of the prodigal son reveals the depth of the Father’s love for...

The Woman at the Well“But the hour is coming, and is now here, when the true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and truth, for the Father is seeking such people to worship him” — John 4:23 (ESV)In John 4:1-42, Jesus has a transformative encounter with the Samaritan woman at Jacob’s well, where He reveals profound truths about worship and the heart of God. Initially, the woman is focused ...

God’s Message About Fear"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9 (ESV)Fear is a powerful emotion that can overwhelm us at the most unexpected times. It has the ability to stop us in our tracks, create doubts in our hearts, and even paralyze us from moving forward into the plan...

The Value of Generosity"And the angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time from heaven and said, “By myself I have sworn, declares the Lord, because you have done this and have not withheld your son, your only son, I will surely bless you, and I will surely multiply your offspring as the stars of heaven and as the sand that is on the seashore." — Genesis 22:15-17 (ESV)Generosity is not simp...

Healing is in the Atonement"But he was pierced for our transgressions; he was crushed for our iniquities; upon him was the chastisement that brought us peace, and with his wounds we are healed" — Isaiah 53:5 (ESV)When Jesus went to the cross, He bore not only our sins but also our pain, sickness, and brokenness. Healing is not a distant hope but a present promise for those who believe in the atoni...

The Power of Choices ft. Jomon-John"So when the woman saw that the tree was good for food, and that it was a delight to the eyes, and that the tree was to be desired to make one wise, she took of its fruit and ate, and she also gave some to her husband who was with her, and he ate" — Genesis 3:6 (ESV)In life, we are constantly faced with decisions that shape the direction of our journey. From smal...

The Power of Sharing Your Story"As he was getting into the boat, the man who had been possessed with demons begged him that he might be with him. And he did not permit him but said to him, “Go home to your friends and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” And he went away and began to proclaim in the Decapolis how much Jesus had done for him, and everyone ...

The Battle Is in the Mind"For though we walk in the flesh, we are not waging war according to the flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh but have divine power to destroy strongholds. 5 We destroy arguments and every lofty opinion raised against the knowledge of God, and take every thought captive to obey Christ" — 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 (ESV)Each day presents a battle, one that...

The Value of Intimacy"You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your might" — Deuteronomy 6:5 (ESV)In our walk with God, true intimacy is something that develops over time, as we continuallyseek Him and open our hearts to His presence. In Deuteronomy 6:5, we are instructed tolove the Lord our God with all our heart, soul, and might. This call to love ...