Why Mercy, a Savior, and a Renewing Spirit Matter More Than Ever Introduction “ These people are blemishes at your love feasts, eating with you without the slightest qualm—shepherds who feed only themselves. They are clouds without rain, blown along by the wind; autumn trees, without fruit and uprooted—twice dead.” (Jude 1:12) Have you ever heard the phrase “twice dead”? It’s not something you come…
The passage from Jude paints a vivid picture: it talks about people like “clouds without rain.” In simple terms, that means people who look promising on the outside but don’t actually deliver anything good. Just as dry ground hopes for rain from passing clouds, we sometimes hope for goodness from those who seem trustworthy. But Jude warns that not everyone is as they…
Reflections on Our Moral Condition and the Hope of Spiritual Renewal Introduction: What Does It Mean to Be “Twice Dead”? “These people are blemishes at your love feasts, eating with you without the slightest qualm—shepherds who feed only themselves. They are clouds without rain, blown along by the wind; autumn trees, without fruit and uprooted—twice dead.” (Jude1:12) Have you ever felt like something is…
Understanding the Urgent Call to Stand Firm in Faith Standing Up for What Matters Sometimes, we need a wake-up call—a reminder that not everything is as it seems, and that trouble can creep in quietly. In Jude verses 3–25, we’re given just such a warning. The writer wanted to talk about the good news of salvation, but felt it was even more important to…
Living Out the Call to Share the Gospel, No Matter the Circumstances Introduction There’s a powerful verse tucked into Paul’s second letter to Timothy that speaks right to the heart of what it means to be a follower of Jesus. It says, “Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season.” (2 Timothy 4:2) Even though these words were…
“ All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. 2 Timothy 3:16 Why There Must Be a Word from God Imagine if someone built an amazing machine—something unique and powerful—and then never gave any instructions or said a word about how to use…
Understanding Justice and Leadership Through the Lens of the Bible When we hear the word “justice,” many of us think about courtrooms, laws, or making sure wrongdoers are punished. But in the Bible, justice is much deeper and richer. It’s about doing what is right for people, especially those who are weak, poor, or overlooked. Biblical justice means treating everyone…
Reflecting on a Missing Piece of God’s Character Introduction: Why Do We Talk Less About God’s Justice? If you’ve spent time in church or reading Christian books, you’ve probably noticed that we hear a lot about God’s love, kindness, and mercy. These are wonderful truths—and for good reason, they bring comfort and hope. But have you ever wondered why we…
Why Our Past Matters, No Matter What We Choose to Display People often debate whether removing statues, plaques, or certain displays from public places can erase history. Some believe that by taking down these reminders, we’re trying to forget or change what happened. But the truth is, history can’t be erased—no matter what we do with monuments or museums. For…
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