5 Put to death therefore what is earthly in you: sexual immorality, impurity, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Colossians 3:5 We like Grace, Freedom, and Blessing, but we don’t like talking about sin and things we don’t want to let go of. And yet, some of us are asking: “Why do I…
Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to…
12 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose. Philippians 2:12–13 Many people…
9 Two are better than one, because they have a good reward for their toil. 10 For if they fall, one will lift up his fellow. But woe to him who is alone when he falls and has not another to lift him up! 11 Again, if two lie together, they keep warm, but how can one keep…
Every relationship has seasons. There are seasons of excitement, closeness, laughter, passion, and ease. But there are also seasons of misunderstanding, distance, stress, disappointment, and conflict. One of the greatest misconceptions about relationships is that healthy relationships never struggle. That simply is not true. Even strong marriages experience difficult seasons. The issue is not whether…
One of the greatest struggles in our culture is impatience. Nobody wants to wait anymore. We want fast food, instant downloads, same-day shipping, immediate answers, and unfortunately, many people approach love the same way. Culture teaches: “If you feel it, follow it.” “If you want it, pursue it immediately.” “Your emotions should guide your decisions.”…
God intentionally placed the Song of Solomon in Scripture because love, covenant, marriage, affection, and intimacy matter deeply to Him. The enemy attacks marriages and relationships because they reflect God’s covenant love. Strong relationships strengthen families, churches, communities, and discipleship. Weak and neglected relationships create wounds that spread everywhere. And one of the first things…
“Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.” Luke 9:23 Here’s the truth: Following Jesus is available to everyone, but not automatic for anyone. At some point, following Him will cost you comfort, control, relationships, habits, pride… It requires a decision. A decision to deny…
“But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” Matthew 6:33 Most of us don’t struggle with wanting God; we struggle with prioritizing God. We say: “God is important to me” or “Faith matters to me,” but our lives often tell a different story. What…
36 But overhearing what they said, Jesus said to the ruler of the synagogue, “Do not fear, only believe.” Mark 5:36 Jesus is going with Jairus to heal his daughter when a woman who is bleeding touches him. This causes Jesus to pause and spend time with her. While he was with her, Jairus’ daughter dies.…