Understanding Compassion, Justice, and Responsibility in Scripture When we look at the Bible, one message comes through again and again: God cares deeply about how we treat people who are outsiders—those the Bible often calls “strangers” or “aliens.” For centuries, believers have found guidance in Scripture about welcoming, protecting, and loving immigrants. In this blog post, we’ll break down these…
Righteousness and Justice as the Foundation of a Nation Righteousness and justice are indispensable foundation stones upon which nations are built and sustained. As the New Living Translation puts it, “Godliness makes a nation great, but sin is a disgrace to any people.” The very seat of God’s authority rests on righteousness and justice, and His faithfulness and love go…
Understanding Righteousness and Justice as the Cornerstones of a Healthy Society What Does “Restoring Righteousness” Mean? When we talk about “Restoring Righteousness,” we’re simply asking: what would it look like if our lives, our communities, and even our nation were set right with God again? In everyday terms, it’s about going back to the basics—living honestly, treating each other fairly,…
Why Faith, Hope, and Love Endure—And Why Love Is the Greatest Introduction: The Famous Verse If you’ve ever attended a wedding, heard a sermon, or seen an inspirational poster, chances are you’ve come across these beautiful words: “Now abideth faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love.” This verse—1 Corinthians 13:13—stands out as one of the…
The Power of Framing: How Perceptions Shape Truth and Lies Understanding how the way we see the world influences what we believe Have you ever noticed how two people can look at the exact same situation and come away with completely different opinions? One person might see a glass as half-full, while another sees it as half-empty. This isn’t just…
What It Means, Why It Matters, and How to Stay Alert Introduction: Why ‘Strong Delusion’ Matters Today Have you ever wondered why so many people seem to fall for obvious lies, especially in our world full of fake news and wild claims? The Bible talks about something called a “strong delusion” in 2 Thessalonians 2:9-12—a time when people are seriously…
What This Ancient Phrase Can Teach Us Today Have you ever heard someone say, “There is nothing new under the sun,” and wondered what they meant? It’s a common expression, but its roots go way back—to the Bible, in Ecclesiastes 1:9, where King Solomon reflects on how life seems to follow repeating patterns. Where Did This Saying Come From? The…
Discovering Our Purpose, Dignity, and Relationship with the Divine Introduction: The Wonder of Creation and the Search for Meaning Have you ever paused in prayer, gazing at a sunrise or listening to birdsong, and felt a sense of awe? The world is full of beauty, complexity, and mystery. Sometimes, in those quiet moments, I wonder what it all means—why we…
What Luke 22:42-46 Teaches Us In one of the most difficult and heartbreaking moments of His life, Jesus prayed to God the Father in the garden of Gethsemane. He was deeply distressed, knowing that His crucifixion was near. In Luke 22:42, we hear Jesus’ heartfelt plea: “Father, if You are willing, take this cup away from Me. Yet, not My…
