God made the world good. Sin damaged His creation, but through Jesus Christ, we have forgiveness, new life, and lasting hope. God Made a Good World The Bible begins with these words: “In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth” (Genesis 1:1). God made the sky, land, seas, plants, animals, and people. He looked at everything He had…
In John 17, Jesus looks toward heaven and prays to His Father. His prayer shows us what matters to Him: bringing glory to God, caring for His followers, and helping them live as one. Jesus Prays to Be Glorified Jesus says, “Father, the hour has come.” He asks the Father to glorify Him so that He may glorify the Father.…
A Simple Look at How God’s Grace Changes Everything Why Following Rules Isn’t Enough Have you ever wondered, “Am I doing enough for God to accept me?” Maybe you try hard to do the right thing, but you still make mistakes. That can leave you feeling guilty or afraid that you will never be good enough. The good news is…
Isaiah 46:9–10: Remember the former things long past, For I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is no one like Me,Declaring the end from the beginning, And from ancient times things which have not been done, Saying, ‘My plan will be established, And I will accomplish all My good pleasure’; God is greater than…
Rediscovering the True Essence of Faith Rediscovering Faith Several years ago, I began asking a personal question: What does it mean to follow Jesus truly? I wanted to look beyond familiar habits and teachings and return to the heart of my faith. That journey challenged me, but it also gave me hope. I came to see that following Jesus is…
Words can hurt, but they can also heal. They can tear someone down or give someone hope. What we say matters—to the people around us and to God. This is a wake-up call for Christians and non-Christians alike. In a world full of change and uncertainty, God remains the same. Malachi 3:6 reminds us that the God of the Bible…
James reminds us that faith is not just about what we say we believe. It is also about how we treat people, use our words, and face hard times. He challenges wealthy people who act as though their money and plans make them better than others. Wealth does not last forever, and no one controls the future. James also speaks…
I am revisiting a word I heard in my spirit in August 2016. It still challenges me today. As I embrace my apostolic gifting—helping the local church grow and move forward—I share this with humility. My heart is not to condemn the church, but to encourage us to examine our hearts and draw closer to Jesus. In August 2016, I…
Sometimes the world feels cold. People rush past each other. Hurtful words come easily. Someone in need may go unnoticed. But we can choose a different way. We can keep our hearts kind. In Matthew 24:12–13, Jesus warns that love will grow cold as wickedness increases. He also calls us to stand firm to the end. His words remind us…
