Encouragement in Uncertain Times Finding Light Beyond the Headlines “I lift up my eyes to the mountains where does my help come from? My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth. My help comes from the Lord, the Maker of heaven and earth.” (Ps. 121-1-2) Each morning, as I read the latest news—stories of unrest, hardship, and uncertainty—I often feel a heaviness…
Discovering Our True Identity, Rights, and Love in God’s Family Introduction: Redemption in Christ—What Does It Really Mean? Redemption in Christ is one of the most profound gifts God has given humanity. For years, I pondered what it truly meant to be redeemed. Was it simply forgiveness for my mistakes? Or was it something deeper, more life-changing? As I’ve grown…
Understanding Divine Justice and Hope in Simple Terms Shaken Foundations: What Happens When God Judges The prophets Isaiah and Ezekiel spoke words that sound distant and dramatic. Their messages strike at the heart of what it means to be human. They talk about God’s judgment—not as an angry reaction, but as a wake-up call when humanity strays too far. In…
A Reflection on Personal Preferences and Truth Have you ever noticed how people sometimes stick to their beliefs even if the facts say otherwise? Many of us choose to believe what feels right to us. This is often based on our own backgrounds and personal preferences. It’s a bit like picking your favorite flavor of ice cream. Everyone has their…
Why Jesus Told His Followers Not to Panic Amid Global Turmoil Breaking Down Matthew 24:6 in Everyday Language Matthew 24:6 is a verse in the Bible where Jesus talks to his disciples about what’s to come in the future. He tells them that they will hear about wars and rumors of wars, but they shouldn’t be alarmed or scared. These…
Understanding the Real Causes of Arguments—and How to Move Beyond Them Have you ever found yourself in a heated argument and, afterward, wondered, “How did it even get to this point?” Quarrels seem to pop up everywhere: in families, at work, between friends, and even among strangers online. It’s puzzling how quickly things can spiral, especially over matters that may…
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…
How Extremism, Misinformation, and Arrogance Hurt Our Communities—and What Scripture Teaches Introduction: Why Our Conversations Matter Just a few years ago, it felt like people could have real conversations—even with those they didn’t agree with. Whether at a town meeting or around the dinner table, there seemed to be a spirit of respect and a willingness to listen. Today, though,…
A Down-to-Earth Reflection on Unity, Purpose, and the Gospel We’re All In This Together Have you ever stopped and wondered what it would look like if all believers—no matter where we come from, what language we speak, or what our backgrounds are—were truly united? As I’ve been thinking about the phrase “That They May Be One,” it keeps hitting me…
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