Posts with the tag “god”

God’s holiness has not changed. The cross has not diminished it; it has made a way for us to enter it without perishing. That access should provoke more reverence, not less. More awe, not apathy. If we truly believe Jesus bore the fire of God’s wrath for us, how can we treat worship as casual?  Read More

We like our gods soft these days. Accessible, affirming, approachable—preferably filtered through the lens of modern sentiment. “God is love,” we say, not as a deep theological anchor, but as a gentle, saccharine sigh of relief. He understands. He sees. He smiles. And perhaps, in some imagined corner of heaven, He even shrugs. But what if the God we are so quick to make palatable has, in fact, not changed at all?  Read More

Baal-perazim. It is not exactly a name you hear tossed around at dinner parties, is it? Yet, maybe it should be. This obscure place is a pivot point, a place where God’s power crashes through our reality, turning everything on its head.  Read More

Encountering the manifest presence of God is the greatest privilege and most transformative experience available to believers. Though at times unsettling when the glory of His holiness is unveiled, it is ultimately the source of profound blessing, joy, empowerment, and intimacy with our Creator.  Read More

Throughout Scripture, God makes many promises to His people. These pledges demonstrate His faithfulness and point to the certain hope believers have in Christ. While human promises may fail, God’s guarantees stand sure, giving confidence for the present and future.  Read More

Understanding God’s discipline is crucial for believers, distinguishing loving correction from suffering. His discipline aims to shape us into Christ’s image, using trials as opportunities for growth.  Read More

The specific term “Father” used in the Lord’s Prayer reflects the profoundly personal, relational aspect of God’s character. It signifies His intimate care, compassion, grace, and faithful provision for His children.  Read More

Therefore, in our journey of faith, it is crucial to recognize the aspects that hinder our spiritual growth.   Read More

Looking Up: The Art of Focusing on God in a Distracted World“In your walk with me, don’t forget to look up from the task you are fulfilling now and miss something important I want to communicate or impart. Look to me, watch me; observe carefully, I don’t want you to miss a thing.Look down, tell me, what do you see?If your focus is only on what is right in front of you, what you can see and what I ...  Read More

Remember, taking care of your mental state through Jesus is essential to living a full and meaningful life.  Read More

Part 2: God's Promises of HopeAs mentioned in the previous blog, Finding Hope: A Series on Overcoming Struggles, Christians cannot take a “head in the sand” approach to the mental state of others because of the profound impact it has not only on the individual, but also impacts the lives of those around us. For many people, struggling with emotional challenges can feel overwhelming and isolating, ...  Read More

Finding Hope: IntroductionA Series on Overcoming StrugglesBy Valeta Batya prison of crystal fine and polished outward appearance internal abhorrence self-imprisoned self-abased heart of vengeance cripple offenset'would be gone should you inclinelay aside pridegain rich a prize instead...such as you choose fain to cast perfidy gilded gaol fortify nought other, save its makerI was an extremely sensi...  Read More