51 As the time drew near for him to ascend to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out for Jerusalem. Luke 9:51 Easter does not begin with an empty tomb. It begins with a decision. It begins with a turning. Luke 9:51 says: “As the time drew near for him to ascend to heaven, Jesus resolutely set out…
“Have you ever noticed that the most important part of a tree is the part you never see? Roots grow quietly underground. But fruit only grows because roots go deep.” No one sees your early morning prayer time. No one sees your quiet obedience. No one sees the Scripture you’re meditating on. But heaven sees…
“If you love Me, you will keep My commands.” John 14:15 James, in his book, doesn’t soften his words when he speaks of obedience. He tells us that if we hear the Word and believe the Word, then we need to do what the Word says. “But don’t just listen to God’s word. You must…
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer…Acts 2:42 Many people love Jesus… but struggle with His people. Some have been hurt. Some are tired. Some prefer privacy. But Scripture is clear: – Spiritual growth is personal, but it is never private. That’s the picture…
7 But if you remain in me and my words remain in you, you may ask for anything you want, and it will be granted! John 15:7 This verse is not a formula – It’s a relationship. Prayer flows from abiding and remaining – not in striving. Prayer is not a religious duty, a backup plan,…
1 Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; 2 but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. 3 He is like a tree planted…
6 As you have put your trust in Christ Jesus the Lord to save you from the punishment of sin, now let Him lead you in every step. 7 Have your roots planted deep in Christ. Grow in Him. Get your strength from Him. Let Him make you strong in the faith as you have been taught.…
There is something sacred about Christmas Eve. The lights, the music, the anticipation — but even more, there is the sense that something world-changing happened in the middle of an ordinary night. Christmas Eve reminds us of this truth: God steps into our world not when everything is perfect, but when everything is broken —…
The Christmas season is full of references to “love,” but real love often gets trapped in the busyness of the season. Advent Love reveals love as God’s nature, God’s action, and God’s initiative. Love is not a sentimental feeling.Love is not a seasonal idea.Love is God Himself, moving toward us in Jesus. As we finish…
“The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light…” Isaiah 9:2 Advent begins by acknowledging darkness — our struggles, fears, and the things that feel heavy. God doesn’t wait for everything to get better before He brings hope. He sends light into the darkness. Hope is not pretending everything is fine; it’s trusting…