Monthly Archives: April 2025

The Widow’s Gift: What Jesus Sees When We Give

I recently reread the powerful little story in Luke 21:1–4—the one about the poor widow who dropped two small coins into the Temple collection box. It’s only a few verses, but it holds one of the most profound lessons Jesus … Continue reading

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What to Look for When Buying a New or Used Guitar

Whether you’re buying your first guitar or adding to your collection, knowing what to look for can save you money, frustration, and regret. I’ve helped dozens of students, worship leaders, and fellow musicians find guitars that not only sound good—but … Continue reading

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The Same God Who Was Faithful Then…

“The Lord who rescued me from the claws of the lion and the bear will rescue me from this Philistine!”—1 Samuel 17:37 (NLT) David’s confidence in facing Goliath didn’t come from arrogance or youthful overconfidence. It came from history—his history … Continue reading

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Seen by God: Living Beyond Appearances

“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’”— … Continue reading

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Does God Change His Mind?

Understanding 1 Samuel 15:29 and the Heart of God One morning as I was reading through 1 Samuel, a verse leapt off the page and stopped me in my tracks: “And He who is the Glory of Israel will not … Continue reading

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The Way to Peace

As Jesus approached Jerusalem for the final time, Luke’s Gospel tells us something deeply moving: “As He approached Jerusalem and saw the city, He wept over it and said, ‘If you, even you, had only known on this day what … Continue reading

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5 Keys To Finding God’s Heart

In 1 Samuel 13:14, the prophet Samuel delivers a powerful message to King Saul: “The Lord has sought out a man after His own heart.” That man was David — a young shepherd boy who, despite his imperfections, would grow … Continue reading

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Use It or Lose It

How Faithfulness with Your Gifts Leads to Greater Impact In Luke 19, Jesus tells the parable of the ten servants. At the end of the story, He says something that always grabs my heart: “To those who use well what … Continue reading

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What is Prophecy? A Biblical Guide for Today

When we read the story of Saul in 1 Samuel 10, we find a fascinating moment:“The Spirit of the Lord will come powerfully upon you, and you will prophesy with them; and you will be changed into a different person.” … Continue reading

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When Things Seem Impossible—Trusting God Anyway

“What is impossible for people is possible with God.” — Luke 18:27 We’ve all faced moments that looked completely hopeless. Maybe it was a financial crisis.A dream that seemed delayed too long.A relationship that appeared too broken to mend.Or a … Continue reading

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