How Faith, Wisdom, and Vision Can Guide Us Through National and Global Challenges In the midst of heated debates about America’s origins, it’s easy to get lost in arguments over whether our nation was founded as a Christian nation. But perhaps the more pressing question is not about our past, but about our present—and our future. What does it mean…
Understanding the Gospel’s Message of Love in Everyday Language Living by Love, Not Fear Fear is a strong feeling that can shape how we think and act. For Christians, the big question is: should we let fear control our lives? The simple answer is no. The message of Jesus encourages us to live with faith, hope, and love—not fear. Imagine…
Finding Hope, Honesty, and Faith in Life’s Uncertain Moments Introduction: Life’s Challenges and God’s Promise Sometimes life throws us curveballs. We face hard days, disappointments, and moments where the future seems blurry at best. In those times, I often think about the words from Jeremiah 29:11-14, where God promises that He knows the plans He has for us, plans to…
Finding Hope and Strength in Faith There are moments in life when sadness feels overwhelming. Tears seem to flow endlessly. The pain in our hearts makes each breath feel heavier. In these times, it’s easy to believe that our sorrow is all-consuming. We think that nothing can reach us or pull us out of the darkness. In our deepest struggles,…
Finding Comfort and Strength When Life Gets Tough Life isn’t always sunshine and calm seas. Storms—unexpected challenges, heartbreaks, and worries—are bound to come our way. Whether it’s trouble at work, health scares, rocky relationships, or money problems, we all face moments when fear and chaos seem to take over. The big question is: Where is God when our world is…
Reflecting on the Intersection of Politics, Faith, and Biblical Truth Introduction Donald Trump’s presidency brought the union of conservative Evangelicals and Christian nationalism sharply into focus. This merging of politics and faith, touted by some as a defense of Christian values, has in reality cast a shadow on the true embodiment of Christ as described in Scripture. Rather than promoting…
Introduction Throughout history, the division of humanity along racial and ethnic lines has often been wielded as a tool of discord. The results of such divisions are evident in the countless instances of prejudice, conflict, and systemic inequality that mar human history. These divisions not only harm individuals and communities but also obstruct the collective progress of society, directly opposing…
Recognizing and Resisting Common Spiritual Traps If you’ve ever felt that life throws a lot of sneaky challenges your way—doubts, distractions, fears, or even arguments that pop up out of nowhere—you’re not alone. In Christian teaching, these kinds of struggles are often described as “Satan’s devices.” But what does that term really mean, and why should we care? Let’s break…
Why Reading and Believing the Warnings Helps Us Make Sense of Today Have you ever wondered why the world sometimes feels upside down? Why so many people seem to only care about themselves, chase after money, brag, or show disrespect—even to their own parents? If we take a moment to really read and believe what’s written in the Bible, especially…
