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A Bible Study: A Call to Repentance
Hosea 6 (NLT) 1 “Come, let us return to the Lord.He has torn us to pieces; now he will heal us.He has injured us; now he will bandage our wounds.2 In just a short time he will restore us, so that we may live in his presence.3 Oh, that we might know the Lord! Let us press on to know him.He will respond to…
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A Biblical Perspective: Building a Life of Integrity
I’m sure most of us are familiar with the story of the Three Little Pigs. One built a house of straw, the second used sticks, and the third constructed his house with bricks. When the Big Bad Wolf came, he easily blew down the houses made of straw and sticks. Why? Because those materials are…
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A Biblical Perspective: Checking In vs. Checking Off
John 15:1-11 (ESV) 1 “I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in me that does not bear fruit he takes away, and every branch that does bear fruit he prunes, that it may bear more fruit. 3 Already you are clean because of the word that I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in me, and I in you. As the…
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A Biblical Perspective: The Power of Remembering
By telling these false dreams, they are trying to get my people to forget me, just as their ancestors did by worshiping the idols of Baal. ~ Jeremiah 23: 27 (NLT) Last Monday was Memorial Day in the United States, a holiday many of us don’t give much thought to. We often view it as…
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A Biblical Perspective: Stagnancy in Seeking Jesus (Isaiah 6:1-5)
Isaiah 6:1–5 (NIV) 1 In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw the Lord, high and exalted, seated on a throne; and the train of his robe filled the temple. 2 Above him were seraphim, each with six wings: With two wings they covered their faces, with two they covered their feet, and with two they were flying. 3 And they were calling to one another:…
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A Personal Conviction: The Problem of Distraction
Sensible people keep their eyes glued on wisdom, but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth. – Proverbs 17:24 (NLT) So often, I feel like a hypocrite. I’ve led Bible studies, small groups, and serve as a leader in children’s ministry. Even writing this blog puts me in a position of perceived…
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A Biblical Perspective: Trials and Tribulations
It’s no secret that life comes with hard times—regardless of whether you’re a Christian or not. For many people, this becomes a defining point in their faith. I often hear the question: If God is good, why do bad things happen? This was something I personally struggled with before I became a true follower of…
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A Biblical Perspective: What is God’s Will for My Life?
I’m in my twenties, and like many young adults, I’ve wrestled with the daunting question: What is God’s will for my life? But as I’ve grown closer to the Lord, this question has become less consuming—not because I suddenly know every detail of God’s plan, but because I’ve learned to trust that I don’t need…
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My Personal Experience: What Puppies Teach About Prayer
The Behavior of Puppies My family has a 7-month-old puppy, and like most puppy parents, there are times when we have to put her in her crate—whether it’s because we’re heading out of the house or simply trying to get a few things done without her underfoot. To us, it’s no big deal. It’s temporary.…
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A Bible Study: A Deeper Look at Courage (Isaiah 41:10)
Isaiah 41:10 “Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will uphold you with my victorious right hand.” — (NLT) “Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you,…
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