Category: Discernment

Returning to the Heart of the Gospel

Embracing the Transformative Power of Grace There come moments in every journey of faith when we sense a gentle call to return—to pause, reflect, and rediscover the very core of our beliefs. In the midst of life’s complexities, ambitions, and distractions, the heart of the gospel beckons us home. It is not a call to nostalgia, but to renewal; not…

Letting Go of the Past and Embracing the New

Have you ever found yourself stuck in the past, holding on to memories of better days or replaying mistakes and hurts over and over like a broken record? If so, you’re not alone. Life can often feel like a loop, where we’re either romanticizing what was or regretting what could have been. But what if there’s a better way forward?…

It Is Impossible Without Faith: A Personal Reflection 

Discovering the Transforming Power of Faith in God  Looking back over my life, I can state with unwavering certainty: it would be impossible for me to stand where I am today if not for my faith in God. This faith is not simply a set of beliefs I inherited or a comforting tradition passed down through generations—rather, it is the…

Living Through a Moment of Profound Awakening

Finding grounded ways to act for justice in our communities and world We live in a time unlike any before, a moment when people everywhere are waking up to realities that were once ignored or hidden. In neighborhoods, schools, workplaces, and online forums, conversations about fairness, justice, and equality have moved from the margins to the center. Issues that used…

Why Reading the Old Testament Matters in Today’s World

Bringing Ancient Wisdom to Modern Problems It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all the problems in the world today. We hear about global companies and consumer culture creating new kinds of unfairness and control. Our world is more connected and diverse than ever, but we still see heartbreaking violence and intolerance based on nationality or ethnicity. We talk more about…

Righteousness and Justice: Why They Matter for Everyone

Understanding God’s Character and a Nation’s Prosperity in Simple Terms Let’s talk simply and honestly about two words that might sound intimidating: righteousness and justice. These aren’t just “church words”—they’re at the heart of what it means to live well and help a community thrive. Even if you’ve never picked up a Bible or thought much about God, understanding these…