It is troubling when people who have gained fame, platforms, and leadership in Christian circles begin to align themselves with political beliefs or movements that do not reflect the heart of God. Influence is not the same as faithfulness. A large following does not always mean a person is walking in truth. The Bible tells us plainly that God’s grace…
Sometimes we spend so much time trying to make our lives look perfect that we forget to be honest about what is really going on inside. We want the right picture, the right smile, the right words, the right image. We want people to think we are happy, successful, peaceful, and strong all the time. But the truth is, nobody’s…
What is the best thing in life? What brings more joy, delight, and contentment than anything else? It is knowing God. God says, “Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, let not the mighty man boast in his might, let not the rich man boast in his riches, but let him who boasts boast in this, that he…
“But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” (Matthew 6:33) Today, take the focus off of yourself and put your focus back on God. It is easy to become weighed down by our own needs, worries, plans, and problems. But Jesus teaches us to seek first the Kingdom of…
Christian faith grows when people hear the true message of Jesus Christ. The gospel is the good news that Jesus died for our sins, was buried, rose again, and offers salvation to all who believe in Him (1 Corinthians 15:3–4; Romans 10:9–10). Paul said, “Faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:17). If the gospel…
We are living in a time when many nations are facing trouble, confusion, and division. It can feel like the world has lost its way. But before we only look at what is wrong around us, we must also look within. God’s Word says, “Consider your ways” (Haggai 1:5–7). This is a call to stop, think, and ask ourselves, “Are…
God is not calling us to be merely right. He is calling us to be righteous. “That Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith; that you, being rooted and grounded in love…” (Ephesians 3:17) Being right can win an argument, but being righteous reflects Jesus. God wants more than correct words from us. He wants hearts that are surrendered,…
“Call to me and I will answer you and tell you great and unsearchable things you do not know.” (Jeremiah 33:3) This is one of my favorite scriptures because it reminds me that God is not silent. He invites us to call on Him. He wants us to come close, ask, listen, and trust that He will answer in His…
Jesus said, “If anyone is willing to do His will, he will know whether the teaching is from God or whether I speak from Myself” (John 7:17). In plain words, Jesus is saying that the person who truly wants to obey God will begin to recognize God’s truth. Understanding does not come only from studying more, arguing better, or having…
