Understanding its Meaning and Impact In Christianity, the sin of unbelief is essentially saying “no” to God and his promises. It is when someone chooses not to believe in God, his word, or the salvation he offers through Jesus Christ. Think of it like rejecting an invitation to the most wonderful party you could ever imagine—an invitation full of love,…
In John 17, right before Jesus was arrested, he prayed a heartfelt prayer to God. He knew his time on earth was almost over, so he talked to God about the things that mattered most to him. First, Jesus asked God to let people see who he really was, so that through him, everyone could understand what God is like.…
Honoring a Life That Changed the World Oh Death, Where Is Thy Sting? With heavy hearts, we mourn the passing of our dearly beloved aunt, Dr. Gladys West. Her brilliant mind and unwavering dedication to mathematics changed the world—her groundbreaking work was instrumental in making GPS technology possible. Beyond her remarkable achievements, Aunt Gladys shared boundless love, wisdom, and inspiration…
Warm Wishes Rooted in Timeless Virtues As we enter the holiday season—a time of gathering, giving, and reflection—I invite you to consider three simple yet powerful words: faith, hope, and love. These are more than just words; they’re guiding lights that can help us through this season and every day that follows. Faith: Trusting Through Uncertainty Faith is about trust.…
Understanding God’s Plan in Simple Terms Have you ever felt like life is more than just random events, like there’s a bigger reason behind it all? In the Bible, Jesus shares an incredible truth with His disciples. He says, “You did not choose me, but I chose you” (John 15:16). This powerful statement reminds us that God has a plan…
O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth! (Ps. 8:1) The Majesty of Psalm 8:1 Psalm 8:1 from the King James Version (KJV) opens with a resounding declaration of praise and veneration: “O LORD our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth!” This verse sets the tone for an extraordinary psalm of David,…
“So God created mankind in his own image. In the image of God, he created them. He created them male and female (Genesis 1:27).” Understanding Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Christian Context The acronym DEI stands for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It can be interpreted through a biblical lens. The Bible affirms both diversity and the need for justice and…
“For a child has been born for us, a son given to us;authority rests upon his shoulders, and he is namedWonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” (Isaiah 9:6) What do you think of when you hear the story of the birth of Jesus? Are you filled with awe and wonder of his miraculous conception? The place, time,…
“A WOMAN OF VALOR WHO CAN FIND. HER WORTH IS FAR ABOVE JEWELS,” PROVERBS 31:10 Celebrating International Women’s Day Women Who Exhibited Great Courage Have you ever had anyone make you a promise? You waited and waited and waited for the promise to manifest although it appears it would never come to pass. You become frustrated and are tempted to…
