Category: Authority

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Is God Still in Control? Walking by Faith in a Chaotic World

When we look at the world today, it can feel confusing, chaotic, and heavy. There is violence, fear, broken leadership, wars, division, uncertainty, and so much sin around us. Many people are afraid of what may happen next. Even in the church, many are troubled. Some people reject Christ, some churches are losing their way, and some wonder if God…

The Law and the Gospel: God’s Love Made Plain 

“For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ” (John 1:17 NIV). This verse helps us understand the relationship between the Law and the Gospel. In simple words, the Law shows us what is right, and the Gospel shows us how God saves us when we fall short.  The Law includes God’s commands, such as…

Why Righteousness and Justice Matter More Than Ever in a Broken Nation

“Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you.” (Ps. 89.14)  We cannot heal a broken nation with broken standards. The hour is too serious for shallow words and religious slogans. If justice is separated from God’s righteousness, it becomes whatever people in power declare it to be. And when that happens, the weak…

In a Time of Shaking and Change, Know What You Believe 

Who Do You Say That I Am? Living in the Truth of Christ  When Everything Is Shaking  We are living in a time when many things feel uncertain. Families are changing, culture is changing, the world is changing, and even people’s ideas about truth are changing. In moments like these, it becomes very important to know what you believe, because…

Jesus Never Compromised Truth—and Neither Should We

Sometimes, in trying to make the Bible easier for people to receive, we can accidentally make it weaker than God intended. The Word of God was never meant to be softened until it fits our feelings, our culture, or what people are comfortable hearing. Scripture was given to teach us, correct us, convict us, and point us to Jesus Christ…

Reforming the Church: Aligning with Scripture

“Will You not revive us again, So that Your people may rejoice in You? Show us Your mercy, Lord, And grant us Your salvation.” (Ps. 85:6-7) The church was never meant to drift with culture, tradition, or personal preference. It was called to stand on the unchanging Word of God. In every generation, the people of God must be willing to examine what we…

Fear-Based Politics: How It Threatens Democracy and Everyday Americans 

When a leader wants power more than public service, one of the easiest tools to use is fear. Instead of bringing people together, that leader points to groups of people and says, “They are the problem.” Race, immigration, religion, and national identity become political weapons. The message is simple: if you are struggling, blame someone who looks different, speaks a…

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Breaking Free: The Danger of Repeating Past Mistakes

One of the most dangerous things a nation can do is forget what once wounded it.  We can break free from destructive patterns, survive painful seasons, and learn hard lessons—only to be tempted to run right back to the same anger, pride, division, fear, and foolishness that hurt us before.  Scripture says, “As a dog returns to its vomit, so…

Principles Over Party: A Call for Ethical Leadership

When leaders care more about winning for their side than doing what is right, things start to go wrong quickly. Good leadership should be guided by honesty, fairness, humility, and responsibility. But partisan leadership can drift in a dangerous direction when loyalty to a party becomes more important than truth, character, or the common good. When that happens, people are…