The season of illness is upon us. Those with schoolchildren especially see all sorts of sicknesses spring up around them. Despite the best defensive measures, classrooms become Petri dishes for viruses and bacteria. Ever since the fall of man, sin has been a virus that infects our souls, seemingly breaking us free from our originalContinue reading “Healed And Ready To Serve”
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We’ve Been Delivered
Thanksgiving usually gets confined to that brief window between Halloween and Christmas. With it, we think of turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes, and an abundance of food that everyone at least satiated and most likely a bit stuffed. The holiday invites us to reflect upon our thankfulness. At my parents’ home last year, my niece invitedContinue reading “We’ve Been Delivered”
Why Things Fall Apart
The history of the church in America is full of awakenings and revivals, during which the Holy Spirit moved among vast swaths of people, either devoting themselves to the Gospel or rededicating themselves to a life with God. These stories are not relegated solely to the past, as every so often, we either experience orContinue reading “Why Things Fall Apart”
A Grateful Community Of Faith
The fragmentation among churches has led many Christians to worship in privacy, undermining the true essence of communal worship. The historical divisions within the church, from the Great Schism to the Protestant Reformation and the subsequent emergence of numerous denominations and individual belief groups, have contributed to this phenomenon. It is essential for the church,Continue reading “A Grateful Community Of Faith”
Who Is Going To Lead?
Our world is currently grappling with a severe leadership crisis. Many leaders are driven by personal ambition, using their positions to elevate their names and reputations. They see leadership as a path to self-aggrandizement rather than a humble service to others. However, God’s vision for the church’s leadership is starkly different. One does not seekContinue reading “Who Is Going To Lead?”
Only Your Best
Some weeks start with an exhausted body and mind, and I doubt what I will be able to accomplish. Entering with a fatigued or negative mindset adversely affects my work output, and I simply do not give my maximum effort. However, this lack of doing my best contrasts with how God requires us to liveContinue reading “Only Your Best”
We Messed Up
Amongst the most challenging phrases to utter are the three words “I was wrong.” Pride or the fear of repercussions may hinder these words from naturally flowing from our mouths. However, particularly in the presence of God, we must acknowledge that we have all sinned and made mistakes. Without admitting our failures, we risk repeatingContinue reading “We Messed Up”
So We All Understand
As time passes, the intricacies of tasks we haven’t engaged with fade from memory. Many of us would struggle to achieve a perfect score on simple math and English tests without reviewing the material. Similarly, without regularly engaging with the Word of God, our memories of it can diminish, leading us to rely solely onContinue reading “So We All Understand”
Holiness Above All
In the recent Olympics, the gymnastics athletes showcased their extraordinary talent, combining balance, strength, and flexibility. While their performances were breathtaking, I couldn’t help but wonder how they handled the pressure of watching their competitors. The constant scrutiny of the cameras mirrored the watchful eyes of the world upon us. The lyrics of The Police’sContinue reading “Holiness Above All”
The Work Is Never Finished
There’s a certain beauty in the process of working on a project or chore, yet it’s often in those moments of rest that we genuinely appreciate the fruits of our labor. For instance, after a day of mowing the lawn and tending to the yard, I find joy in sitting back and admiring the transformation.Continue reading “The Work Is Never Finished”
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