Category: Hope

A Lament and Call to Justice: For Christians Reckoning With Compromise

When Freedom and Rights Eclipse Righteousness In times like these, many Christians find themselves wrestling with hard questions. What does it mean to follow Christ in a nation obsessed with personal freedom and individual rights? What happens when what we call “freedom” starts to eclipse what God calls righteous and just? Freedom, Rights, and Righteousness There’s no doubt that personal…

Finding True Joy by Resting in Your Identity in Christ 

How Turning from Idols Leads to Lasting Happiness  Have you ever wondered why life sometimes feels like an endless chase for things that never truly satisfy? Whether it’s success, approval from others, or even good things like family and friends, our hearts are always looking for something to give us lasting meaning. The Christian faith teaches that real joy comes…

WHAT IS REJOICING IN CHRIST?!

Finding Deep Change Through Worship, Not Mere Willpower What does it truly mean to rejoice in Christ? This question, echoing through centuries of Christian reflection, is both profound and practical. At first glance, “rejoicing” may seem synonymous with fleeting happiness or shallow celebration—a positive mood, a song, a smile. Yet the biblical vision reaches far deeper, inviting us into a…

What the World Needs Most: The Gospel’s Greatest Gift—God Himself

Why God Is the Best Gift the Gospel Offers If you ask people what the best thing about Christianity is, you might hear answers like hope, forgiveness, peace, or even heaven. But the heart of the gospel—the very best thing God gives us through Jesus—is not just blessings or things for us. It’s God himself. The Main Point: God Is…

What Does God Really Want From Us? A Simple Reflection in a Confused Time 

Finding Clarity, Purpose, and Hope When Everything Feels Uncertain  Let’s be honest: these days, life feels confusing. From the world around us to the churches we attend, there’s division, arguments, and uncertainty. Sometimes, it can seem like we’re just going through the motions, and God is more of a distant idea than a personal guide. But is that really how…

Going Deeper in Our Hunger for God: Returning to the Heart of the Gospel 

Kingdom of God Series: Whatever Happened to the Gospel?  Have you ever wondered why so many different versions of the gospel are being preached today? You might hear about the “prosperity gospel,” the “feel good gospel,” or the “name it and claim it gospel.” Sometimes, it seems like the true message of Jesus is getting lost among so many other…

Why Jesus’ Burden Is Light: Embracing His Way of Life

What Jesus Meant by “My Yoke Is Easy” and Why It Matters for Real Life Have you ever felt like trying to live as a Christian is just too tough? Maybe you’ve heard that following Jesus means sacrificing everything, carrying heavy burdens, and constantly feeling like you don’t measure up. But Jesus himself said something that sounds a bit different:…

Understanding God’s Love: The Key to Lasting Peace and Hope

How Faith Transforms Our Lives With Peace, Patience, and Hope Have you ever wondered what it really means to have peace with God and why faith is such a big deal for Christians? Let’s break down what Romans 5:1-5 is saying in plain, everyday language. When someone decides to believe in Jesus, something amazing happens: their old mistakes and wrongdoings…

What Christianity Isn’t: Jesus, Faith, and Our Nation—In Plain Language

A Call to Honest Reflection and Clear Distinctions Let’s Talk Honestly About Jesus and Politics First, let’s get one thing straight: Jesus doesn’t belong to any political party—not Republican, not Democrat, not any of them. Yes, there are good people who love Jesus and vote all sorts of ways, but to say Jesus stands with one party, especially with the…