A Friendly Guide to the Spiritual Battle Over Divine Authority Have you ever wondered why some people seem so determined to push back against God’s ways? Psalm 2:1 asks, “Why do the heathen rage?” This ancient question is surprisingly relevant today, inviting us to look deeper into why there’s often resistance to God’s rule and what it means for our…
Finding Hope and Light in a World of Confusion Every so often, we look around and feel like the world is caught up in confusion, trouble, and a sense of spiritual emptiness. The phrase from Isaiah 60:2—”For behold, the darkness shall cover the earth, and gross darkness the people; but the Lord shall arise upon thee, and His glory shall…
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…
Why Our Love for God — Not Our Differences — Holds Us Together Introduction: Political Pettiness and Its Impact Have you ever noticed how easy it is for arguments and petty squabbles to take center stage in our conversations, especially when it comes to politics? From social media to dinner tables, even the smallest differences can spark heated debates. This…
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…
Understanding God’s Role in Revealing Hidden Things and Guiding Us Toward Truth “What’s done in the dark will come to light.” You may have heard this saying before—at home, in church, or even on the news. But what does it really mean, and why does it matter, especially now when there’s so much division and confusion in America? God Exposes…
A Thoughtful Look at Spiritual Deception and Biblical Warnings Introduction: Why Talk About Deception in the Last Days? When you hear the phrase “the last days,” it might sound mysterious or even a little scary. But the Bible talks a lot about what will happen as the world moves closer to its end, and one of the biggest themes is…
A Simple Reflection on Vindictiveness and the Power of Forgiveness Have you ever been so hurt by someone that all you could think about was how to get back at them? Maybe you played out a conversation in your mind where you finally “put them in their place,” or you imagined ways to make them feel the pain you felt.…
