Posts with the category “faith”

Have you ever had someone break a promise to you? Maybe they swore they'd be there for you, or they committed to something important, then failed to follow through. Now imagine that same person coming back to make the exact same promise again. Would you believe them?  Read More

There's a profound truth woven throughout Scripture that often goes unnoticed in our daily lives: faith and hope are inseparable companions. Where one exists, the other always follows. Like two sides of the same coin, they cannot be divided. Understanding this connection transforms not only how we view our relationship with God but also how we live out that relationship in front of a watching world.  Read More

The same principle applies to spiritual growth. The essential, foundational truth we all need is this: Jesus Christ and Him crucified. This is the comfort food for the soul—the nourishment we return to again and again, especially when we're spiritually sick or facing trials.  Read More

Who is the ultimate conqueror? Jesus is. And His victory becomes our victory. We don't just barely survive; we are MORE than conquerors. Why? Because not only do we receive His victory, but He chooses us to receive it. He reaches out and selects us, His elect, to share in His triumph.  Read More

The key is not the size of our faith, but the object of our faith. A mustard seed-sized faith in a great and mighty God can move mountains (or mulberry trees). This applies to forgiveness, love, and every other aspect of the Christian life. We don't need to wait until we feel strong enough or faithful enough. We simply need to take our small faith and place it firmly in the hands of our big God.  Read More

However, we must always remember that we can't overcome sin or enter the narrow door through our own strength or abilities. Jesus is the only way. Our salvation comes through Him alone, not through what we do or don't do, what we have or don't have.  Read More

As we navigate life's challenges, may we cultivate this unfearing faith that transcends understanding, obediently follows God's will, and patiently waits for His promises to unfold. Like the little girl finding rest in her father's arms, may we find peace and security in the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father.  Read More

Each of us is born with what could be described as a "God-shaped hole" in our lives. It's a void that only Jesus can truly fill. No amount of worldly success, relationships, or achievements can substitute for this fundamental need for divine connection.  Read More

In our lives, we all face moments where we've "messed up royally." The beautiful truth of the gospel is that Jesus constantly invites us to "come and have breakfast" – to start anew, to be forgiven, to begin again in His grace.  Read More