The grace of God. Understanding what these four words mean can unlock freedom within your soul, your mind, your body, and your spirit. I know this because I have experienced it. Knowing who God truly is has changed everything for me. At the very end of his first letter, Peter
Have you ever made a dumb financial decision? You know, one that you wish you could so badly take back? I have many times. I vividly remember saving up my birthday and Christmas money to buy the newest and coolest jeans with bedazzled pockets. There was something so satisfying about
John 1:14 contains a beautiful truth: the Word became flesh and dwelt among us. God in Christ became flesh and dwelt among us. But why was this necessary? This was necessary so that Jesus could pay the price for our sins, so that He could live in us, and because
We have covered a lot over the last four weeks. As we wrap our Advent study up this week, let’s focus on the good news of Luke 2:10-12. To not fear and, instead, remember the joy the gospel brings to all people is easier said than done. However, it is
A college professor once shared with me his definition of faith: “Faith is choosing to believe that the Word of God is true regardless of our feelings, circumstances, or societal norms.” Regardless of the doubts we may feel at times, regardless of the difficult and trying situations we face, regardless
Have you ever left home for the day and a few hours later, suddenly have a moment of panic about whether you forgot to unplug your curling iron or make sure the stove or oven had been turned off? I remember one time as a child, my family set off
Last year I went to a museum in our city to see an art exhibition of eighteen portraits of different people who had been affected by The Troubles—a difficult period in the history of Northern Ireland, the place where I live. It was fascinating to see how a very talented
“Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit, teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.” – Matthew 28:19–20 As
In Luke 12:29–32 Jesus told His disciples, “do not be overly concerned about what you will eat and what you will drink, and do not worry about such things. For all the nations of the world pursue these things, and your Father knows that you need them. Instead, pursue
I remember my mom once telling me a story about something her father was known to say: “There’s more where that came from.” Her father had a very generous and compassionate heart. Even though their family did not have much in the way of wealth, they lived with open and