An encouraging reflection on staying grounded, loving, and hopeful “The Spirit clearly says that in later times some will abandon the faith and follow deceiving spirits and things taught by demons.” — 1 Timothy 4:1 Have you ever looked at what is happening around you and wondered, “How do I keep my faith strong in times like these?” You are…
Nothing is hidden from God. Hebrews 4:13 reminds us that everything is open and uncovered before His eyes. God sees every action, hears every word, and knows every belief and thought within us—even the truths we try to hide from ourselves. This may feel uncomfortable, but it also invites us to come before God with honesty, humility, and a heart…
Some people may feel like religion is making a comeback in our country—bigger, louder, and stronger than it has been in many years. But we still have to ask an honest question: is it the kind of religion God is actually looking for? James 1:27 says, “Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look…
A while back, I wrote a post about George Washington’s warning in his Farewell Address. I’ve been thinking about it again lately, and I wanted to come back to it because his message still feels important today. Washington warned us about the problems that can come from being divided, getting caught up in political fighting, and letting outside influences pull…
The Christian life is more than going to church, knowing Bible verses, or trying to be a good person. At the center of our faith is salvation through Jesus Christ and a growing oneness with Him. God does not only save us from sin; He also brings us into a new life where we learn to walk with Christ, think…
Great privilege comes with great responsibility. As believers, we have been given the privilege of knowing Christ, carrying His Spirit, and representing His Kingdom in the earth. But that privilege was never meant to stay locked inside the four walls of the church. For a long time, we have done a good job teaching people how to serve inside the…
Leadership is not a throne for pride; it is a call to serve. Whether in government, business, or the church, when ego leads, people suffer. The Bible warns us clearly: “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18). A leader controlled by pride may look strong, but pride makes leaders deaf to wisdom, blind to…
I am thankful for the country where I was born. I do not take that blessing lightly. But even with that gratitude, my heart is heavy because of the division, anger, and negative seeds that have taken root and grown among us. What saddens me most is the disruption we see in politics, race, and religion. Too many people have…
There are Christian leaders today who have become an embarrassment to the kingdom of God. That is not said with joy, anger, or pride, but with grief. A leader in the church is called to point people to Jesus, preach the gospel, live humbly, and help prepare the way of the Lord. But some have traded that holy calling for…
