The Real Impact of Unrighteousness on a Nation—In Everyday Language Introduction: The Power of Character in Shaping a Nation When you look at the world’s history books, or even just the headlines in the news, one thing stands out time and again: the character of a country shapes its future. It’s not just about fancy laws, strong armies, or money…
Living Each Day in the Grace and Glory of God ”For God, who said, “Let there be light in the darkness,” has made this light shine in our hearts so we could know the glory of God that is seen in the face of Jesus Christ.” (2 Cor. 4:6) If you asked me what it’s like to spend thirty years…
Finding Guidance in Everyday Life When I read Isaiah 30:21, I’m struck by how reassuring it is. “Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” To me, this verse feels like a gentle reminder that, even when life gets confusing or scary,…
Trust, Trials, and the Ever-Present Grace of God—In Everyday Words Setting Sail: How My Journey Began If you had told me years ago what serving in ministry would really be like, I’m not sure I would have believed you. Back then, it all seemed so clear, so simple—a journey meant for helping others, sharing hope, and being a steady shoulder…
Understanding Brokenness and Growth in Everyday Life Introduction Sometimes life feels like a series of challenges, where we’re stretched, tested, and pulled in directions we never expected. But what if these moments of struggle are actually working for our good, shaping us into the people we’re meant to become? That’s the heart behind “Gracefully Broken”—the idea that being “broken” isn’t…
Faith is the confidence in what we hope for and the assurance about what we do not see (Hebrews 11:1) Faith is a mysterious yet transformative force. It calls us to trust not in what is visible and tangible but in the promises of God that transcend our natural understanding. The writer of Hebrews defines faith as “the substance of…
Why Believing in What You Can’t See Can Change Your Life Faith means believing in something even when you can’t see it or fully understand how it will happen. According to the Bible (Hebrews 11:1), faith is being sure of what we hope for and confident in what we don’t see. This idea might sound mysterious, but it plays a…
What the Bible’s Simple Metaphor Means to Me When I think about the image of “a tree planted by the water,” I picture those big, green trees you see growing beside rivers—always full of life, their leaves never wilting, even when the sun is blazing or there hasn’t been rain for weeks. That simple picture says so much about what…
Understanding a Powerful Metaphor from the Bible Have you ever noticed how trees growing near rivers or streams always look especially healthy? That’s because their roots have constant access to water, which helps them stand strong, stay green, and grow fruit even when there’s no rain. This simple image is used in the Bible to teach us a powerful lesson…
