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Christian Holidays
November 29th, 2024
There is nothing wrong with commemorating Jesus’ birth and anticipating His return—such commemoration and anticipation should be an everyday part of our lives. However, dear reader, as with everything... Read More
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Close the Gate
November 22nd, 2024
Trusting God does not mean we neglect common sense or the responsibilities He has given us. Faith is not passive. It is not about sitting back and waiting for God to do everything. Faith is active. It... Read More
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Trusting God
November 15th, 2024
It is not about never making mistakes. It is about knowing who God is and believing that He is good, even when life does not make sense. Trust Him. Not blindly, but with eyes wide open to His goodness... Read More
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When God Calls
November 8th, 2024
How often do we measure success by what someone else is doing? We are surrounded by expectations, standards, and a culture that tells us to follow the patterns of others to find fulfillment. However, ... Read More
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Balancing Earthly and Heavenly Allegiances as Exiles
November 1st, 2024
My fellow sojourners, the paradox we must embrace is that while we may justly love our earthly nation, our supreme devotion and patriotism must be to the coming Kingdom of God. We are Americans, yes, ... Read More
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Silencing the Inner Critic
October 25th, 2024
Amid the daily hustle and bustle, our minds never find true rest, as an inner voice provides ceaseless commentary on our lives. It chatters incessantly, often echoing doubts, fears, and insecurities t... Read More
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Unspoken Intentions
October 18th, 2024
What fears, insecurities, or pride are holding you back from speaking the full truth? Take courage, for the Spirit empowers you to overcome.... Read More
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Subtle Barriers to Church Growth
October 11th, 2024
Sometimes, I think we need to stop saying “God builds the church” as if it absolves us of responsibility. Jesus tells Peter in Matthew 16:18 (ESV), “...on this rock I will build my church, and the gat... Read More
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A Church Out of Breath
October 4th, 2024
Busyness is a peculiar thing. It looks productive. It gives the illusion that something meaningful is happening. Calendars full, meetings back-to-back, outreach events, sermon series, and an active so... Read More
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The Secret to Strength
September 27th, 2024
Our God is faithful. He stands with us in our distress, strengthens us in our weakness, and works through us to accomplish His purposes. Finding our strength in God is our blueprint for navigating the... Read More
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Embracing the Unembraceable
September 21st, 2024
So let us fling wide the doors to every bleeding dysfunction and unrent garment. No stigma or mistreatment is too severe to be outdone by the furious love of Christ in us. For this is why we were call... Read More
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Down, But Not Out
September 13th, 2024
David’s life echoes the very heart of the Gospel, the calling of the poor in spirit, the forgotten and reviled, to inherit the Kingdom... Read More