Reflections From 2016 to Today: Seeing the Crisis, Living the Promise Introduction: Looking Back, Looking Around Sometimes, it’s only when we look back that we see how much things have changed. I remember in 2016, watching the news and pondering about the strange times we lived in. Even then, it felt as though the fabric of American culture was deeply…
Contemplative Look at History, Prophecy, and Our Present Age Introduction The world today feels turbulent. As we look at America and the broader global stage, news headlines scream of conflict, division, and uncertainty. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, wondering how we got here and what comes next. In these moments, many people turn to the Bible—not just for comfort, but…
Reflections from Habakkuk for Unsteady Times Let’s be real—most of us crave stability. We want to know what’s coming next, to feel safe and secure. But living by faith? That often means stepping into the unknown, trusting God even when the path ahead is foggy. There’s a tension there—the comfort of certainty versus the adventure (and sometimes anxiety) of faith. The story of Habakkuk, a prophet…
Finding Strength and Comfort in God’s Boundless Reliability Faith is like a sturdy bridge connecting us to God—a lifeline stretching from our uncertain world to His unwavering love. It’s not just a word we toss around in church; it’s the daily trust that God is who He says He is and will do what He’s promised. When life gets bumpy, faith gives us something solid to…
How Life’s Challenges Can Lead Us Toward Hope and Transformation Introduction: Life’s Unexpected Challenges and the Comfort of Isaiah 30:20-21 Life has a way of surprising us. Sometimes, those surprises are filled with joy—birthdays, new beginnings, celebrations. But other times, they come in the form of challenges we never asked for or expected. In those tough moments, it’s easy to feel lost,…
A Reflective Call for Compassion, Humility, and Lasting Values When was the last time you paused to consider the actual words of Jesus? In a world full of noise, opinions, and distractions, it’s easy to lose sight of the simple wisdom He offered. Whether you’re a lifelong Christian, someone curious about faith, or simply searching for meaning, revisiting the teachings…
Reflections on Hebrews 12:1 and Living a Faithful Journey Have you ever watched a marathon and marveled at the determination in the runners’ faces? Every step is a choice to keep going, no matter how tired they get. In Hebrews 12:1, the Bible compares the Christian life to running a race. That’s such a practical, down-to-earth way to picture what…
Finding Strength and Hope by Focusing on Christ What Does “Fix Your Eyes on Jesus” Really Mean? In Hebrews 12:2, the Bible encourages us to “fix our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith.” In plain terms, this means making a conscious choice to keep Jesus at the center of our attention and trust, even when life gets…
Understanding the Power and Reality of Faith in Everyday Life Reflecting on Faith in Simple Terms Faith is one of those words that often feels mysterious or complicated, but at its heart, it’s actually quite simple and deeply personal. The Bible describes faith as “the assurance of things hoped for, the absolute conviction of realities unseen.” In everyday language, this…
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