Reflections From 2016 to Today: Seeing the Crisis, Living the Promise Introduction: Looking Back, Looking Around Sometimes, it’s only when we look back that we see how much things have changed. I remember in 2016, watching the news and pondering about the strange times we lived in. Even then, it felt as though the fabric of American culture was deeply…
A Sermon Inspired by Matthew 24:14 and Galatians 1:6–7 Introduction The gospel of Jesus Christ is not merely a historical message. It is not just a religious tradition—it is the power of God unto salvation. Matthew 24:14 states, “This gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in the whole world.” The preaching acts as a testimony to all the nations.…
Why Repentance, Revival, and Reformation Matter for Renewing Faith Lately, I’ve been thinking a lot about how Christianity seems to be declining in America. You don’t have to look far to see that churches aren’t as full as they used to be, and it feels like faith isn’t as central to our culture as it once was. People have a…
Understanding a Powerful Metaphor from the Bible Have you ever noticed how trees growing near rivers or streams always look especially healthy? That’s because their roots have constant access to water, which helps them stand strong, stay green, and grow fruit even when there’s no rain. This simple image is used in the Bible to teach us a powerful lesson…
Daily, we face chaos and confusion in our lives. Yet, some believe these turbulent times show God is shaking things up. Hebrews 12:27-28 mention this. This passage speaks about the removal of things that can be shaken so that what can’t be shaken will remain. Essentially, it means that God’s kingdom is unshakeable, and we should be grateful for receiving…
A Short Plea for Renewal and Spiritual Awakening Gracious and loving God, We come before You today, hearts lifted and spirits yearning for Your touch. As we gather together, we humbly ask: revive us again. Breathe new life into dry places within us, awaken the embers of faith that may have grown cold, and restore to us the joy of…
Seeking Divine Renewal Psalm 85:6 poses a profound question: “Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?” This verse encapsulates a heartfelt longing for spiritual renewal and divine intervention. It is a call to God to restore the vitality of His people. He is asked to breathe new life into their weary souls. Let the…
Seeking God’s Renewal in Everyday Life The Heart of Psalm 85:6 Psalm 85:6 asks a simple but profound question: “Will you not revive us again, that your people may rejoice in you?” This verse expresses a deep hope for God’s renewal and restoration. It’s a heartfelt prayer to bring life back to people’s tired hearts. It aims to renew their…
The subject of justice has always held a deep fascination for me. Yet, it wasn’t until my ordination ceremony in 2017 that I began to understand why. This was a pivotal moment. I stood before the presbytery when the minister asked me a question. It struck a profound chord within me: “Do you have a justice calling on you?” From…
