The Sacred Table: Understanding the Depths of CommunionIn the beginning, God created everything. From the vast expanse of the heavens to the intricate details of every living creature, His creative power shaped our world. When Adam was given the task of naming the animals, it must have been both exhilarating and exhausting. One can imagine him starting strong with impressive names like "hippopotam...  Read More

Holding God in Our Arms: The Profound Humility of ChristmasThere's something breathtaking about the Christmas story when we pause long enough to truly consider it. The God who causes mountains to tremble and covers them in smoke came to us as a helpless infant. The One before whom the earth shakes chose to arrive in the most vulnerable form imaginable—a baby who needed adults to survive.This parad...  Read More

Join the Party: Understanding the True Mission of ChristmasThe Christmas season brings with it a unique opportunity—not just to celebrate, but to understand our purpose in God's grand mission. While the world commercializes this sacred time, we're invited to see beyond the tinsel and transactions to grasp what this moment truly represents: God's relentless pursuit of lost humanity and His invitati...  Read More

Redeeming the Wonder of ChristmasThe lights twinkle on evergreen branches. Wrapped packages gather beneath decorated trees. Familiar carols fill the air. But somewhere along the way, some followers of Jesus have lost the wonder of this season. They've become critics rather than celebrators, skeptics rather than proclaimers.It's time to reclaim the joy.When God Made a Big DealLook closely at the Ch...  Read More

Where Are the Nine? A Call to Grateful LivingThere's something profoundly human about forgetting to say thank you. We rush through our days, checking boxes, solving problems, and moving from one crisis to the next. And somewhere in the chaos, gratitude gets lost.The Gospel of Luke tells a story that cuts right to the heart of this struggle—a story about ten desperate men, one miraculous healing, a...  Read More

Breaking Free: The Hope That Changes EverythingThe chains we wear are often invisible to everyone but ourselves. We carry them through our daily routines, into our relationships, and even into our places of worship. Some of us have worn them so long we've forgotten what freedom feels like. But what if I told you that liberation isn't just possible—it's already been purchased?The Promise of True Fr...  Read More

Breaking Down Barriers: The Revolutionary Encounter at Jacob's WellThere's something profoundly beautiful about a story that refuses to follow the rules. In John chapter 4, we find one of the longest narratives in all the Gospels—a story so rich with meaning that virtually every verse carries weight. It's the account of a divine appointment at a well, where barriers crumbled and a life was forever...  Read More

What's Worth More Than Everything? We live in a world obsessed with value. We check price tags, compare deals, hunt for rare collectibles, and build investment portfolios. The penny—once a staple of American currency—is becoming obsolete because it costs more to produce than it's actually worth. As these copper coins disappear from circulation, collectors scramble to find the rare ones, the valuab...  Read More

The Journey from Seeker to Follower: Discovering Life in God's KingdomThere's something powerful about the moment when a person realizes they're searching for something more. That gnawing sense that life as they know it—with all its pain, brokenness, and empty promises—can't be all there is. This restlessness is actually the beginning of one of the most important journeys anyone can take: the jour...  Read More

Living in Community: The Power of Doing Life TogetherThere's something profoundly countercultural about the way followers of Christ are called to live. In a world that celebrates independence, self-sufficiency, and personal autonomy, the Bible presents a radically different vision: we are meant to live in community, bound together as one body, sharing life with one another in deep and meaningful w...  Read More

The Journey to Spiritual Maturity: Embracing Outward DisciplinesIn our walk with God, we're called to grow and mature in our faith. This growth isn't just about personal development; it's about becoming more like Christ and fulfilling our mission to make disciples. As we explore the outward spiritual disciplines, we discover how they shape us and impact those around us.The Discipline of SolitudeSo...  Read More

Becoming a True Disciple: The Journey of Spiritual GrowthIn our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We often find ourselves caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life, forgetting to nurture our spiritual selves. But what if we took a step back and considered what it truly means to be a disciple of Christ? What if we committed ourselves to a journey of spiritual g...  Read More