Reflecting on Today’s Negative Culture and the Believer’s Calling Introduction If you’ve spent even a few minutes scrolling through social media or watching the news lately, you’ve probably felt a heaviness in your heart. Today’s culture seems more negative than ever, especially when it comes to how we speak to and about one another. Public discourse is often filled with harsh words, quick judgments, and…
A Simple Reflection Sometimes, it’s easy to think that freedom is about doing whatever we want—making our own rules, living life our way. But when I think about true freedom, especially in the light of God’s teachings, I realize it’s something much deeper and more beautiful than just following our own impulses. The passage from Hebrews 8:3-5 talks about priests,…
Understanding How the Present Is Shaped by Our Collective Choices Sometimes, when we look around at the world today — at our communities, the news, even the way people treat each other — it can feel overwhelming or confusing. Why are things the way they are? The truth is, much of what we see happening now isn’t just random or sudden. It’s often a reflection of…
How Love, Joy, Peace, and More Can Transform Our Lives Today Reflecting on Today’s Unruliness Take a look around—whether it’s the news, social media, or even a trip to the grocery store, it often feels like the world is growing more chaotic and people are less patient with each other. Arguments flare up over small things, kindness sometimes seems in short supply, and it’s easy to wonder: Is there…
Understanding the Power of Repeated Narratives in a Free Nation In a country that holds liberty and justice as its highest ideals, it’s hard to imagine how lies can ever be accepted as truth. Yet, history and recent times show us that when a falsehood is repeated enough—on TV, online, or in our conversations—it can start to feel real, even…
How Biblical Figures Inspire Hope and Resilience in Our Daily Struggles If you’ve ever found yourself wrestling with doubts, questions, or uncertainty, you’re in good company. For thousands of years, people have struggled to find meaning, purpose, and hope—especially when life doesn’t make sense. While our world today is shaped by logic, science, and the pursuit of certainty, the ancient wisdom of the Bible still speaks…
Discovering the Heart of God’s Message for Us All Have you ever wondered what it means to truly understand God’s message in the Bible? Maybe you’ve heard the phrase “the whole counsel of God” in a sermon or Bible study and felt a little unsure about its meaning. In this post, let’s explore this important idea together in simple, everyday terms, and discover why it matters…
A Simple Reflection on Self-Deception, Motivation, and Emotional Influence for Living Authentically Introduction You may have heard people say, “our hearts can be deceitful.” This idea pops up in religion, philosophy, and psychology, and basically means that our feelings and desires aren’t always telling us the whole truth. Whether you’re interested in spiritual matters, enjoy deep thinking, or just want to understand yourself better, realizing that…
How Knowing Jesus Sets Us Truly Free Introduction: The Enduring Promise of John 8:32 There’s something about the words of Jesus in John 8:32 that feels both powerful and deeply comforting: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” In just a few words, Jesus offers a promise that has echoed through centuries—a promise of spiritual…
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