There are a few really big themes in the Bible, and one of them is “sin”. Sin is really about the things that we do, and even what we think, that don’t line up with what God wants for us. It’s kind of like missing the goal in soccer or forgetting to take out theContinue reading “Understanding Biblical Sin: A Journey to Forgiveness”
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Understanding True Discipleship in Mark 8:34
Usually, I read through about five chapters a day of the Bible, and then I am drawn to a passage to deep dive study. Today was no different. I read a portion of the gospel of Mark this morning. One of the verses that really jumped off of the page of my beloved Bible wasContinue reading “Understanding True Discipleship in Mark 8:34”
Find Your Peace
There are so many passages on peace in the Bible that it is hard to pick just one to hone in on. The entire Word of God is filled with Peace. However, one specific promise comes from the fact that Jesus Christ is our Peace. He is the prince of peace. He is the harbingerContinue reading “Find Your Peace”
The Purpose of Life According to Solomon
While reading my daily portion of Scripture, I came across a disheartening verse. However, as I read on and began to understand the message that was being conveyed, a whole new perspective unfolded. It was like I had been reading this part all wrong for so many years. And I think that is because, whenContinue reading “The Purpose of Life According to Solomon”
Lessons from Psalms: Cultivating a Relationship with God
I just recently had to have a long conversation with my teenage son. He has been making some poor decisions lately, and as someone who loves him and wants to see the best for him, I felt compelled to set him straight on things about life. For instance, it is not okay to say someContinue reading “Lessons from Psalms: Cultivating a Relationship with God”
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Isn’t it amazing when you find out that your friend has clout? I mean, you know this person as a friend, and you hang out and converse with this person like normal. But then, you find out that this friend is friends with people you consider to be in the top echelon of society andContinue reading “What a Friend We Have in Jesus”
Why Did Israel Complain After Divine Judgment? A Reflection
In my daily reading, I came across an event that happened that makes absolutely no common sense to me. The event is found in Numbers chapter 16. And at first I thought, “Oh, this is just another thing that happened back then. It is just how it goes back then.” But as I meditated onContinue reading “Why Did Israel Complain After Divine Judgment? A Reflection”
When People Fail You: Finding Strength in Psalm 27
There are passages in life when the landscape shifts suddenly — when the familiar warmth of companionship grows cold and the steady presence of loved ones feels distant or uncertain. In times like theses, we may find ourselves searching the horizon for reassurance, longing for a foundation that will not give way beneath us. OurContinue reading “When People Fail You: Finding Strength in Psalm 27”
Finding Balance: The Power of Fiction in Spiritual Growth
Lately, I have found myself reading more fiction books. I spent a long time reading non-fiction books like the Bible, resources on Christianity, spiritual growth, and others. I spent a lot of time studying the Bible and trying to find hidden gems to encourage deep growth and relationship. But I think that I burnt myselfContinue reading “Finding Balance: The Power of Fiction in Spiritual Growth”
Come to Me
He stands open and relaxed with a hand outstretched toward me. The hand he has before me is rough, calloused, as if he has been working hard labor since his youth. It has a wound that I can see through, that has not healed, and yet is not actively bleeding. His hand is cupped upwardsContinue reading “Come to Me”
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