Category Archives: God

Healing Begins With Humility

Proverbs 3:7–8 — “Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom.Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.Then you will have healing for your bodyand strength for your bones.” There’s something refreshing about the bluntness of Proverbs. It cuts straight … Continue reading

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Water Baptism: A Step of Obedience, Identity, and New Life

Water baptism is one of the most beautiful moments in a believer’s journey. It’s simple—a person goes into the water and comes back out. But spiritually, it’s rich with meaning. Baptism is not just a ceremony, a symbol, or a … Continue reading

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“I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” — The Most Exclusive, Inclusive Invitation Ever Given

Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.No one can come to the Father except through Me.” — John 14:6 (NLT) There are some verses that sit at the very center of the Christian faith. John … Continue reading

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … Continue reading

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“Teach Us to Realize the Brevity of Life” — Psalm 90:12

Learning Wisdom from Moses’ Oldest Psalm Psalm 90 is the oldest psalm in the Bible—written not by David, but by Moses. He knew something about time. He watched an entire generation rise and fall in the wilderness. He saw God’s … Continue reading

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Don’t Go Back: Why God Calls Us Forward, Not Backward

“When people escape from the wickedness of the world by knowing our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, and then get tangled up and enslaved by sin again, they are worse off than before.” — 2 Peter 2:20 This verse hits … Continue reading

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From Spectators to Worshippers: Inviting People Into True Participation

One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned—first as a choir director and now as a worship leader—is this: the real power in worship isn’t in what the platform does… it’s in what the people do. A choir can sound incredible. … Continue reading

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Growing Into a Godly Life: Making Every Effort

Few passages describe spiritual growth as clearly and powerfully as 2 Peter 1:3–8. Peter opens with a life-changing statement: “By His divine power, God has given us everything we need for living a godly life. We have received all of … Continue reading

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When the Body Is Underactive, the Mind Overreacts

Every once in a while, I hear a line that sticks with me. Recently someone said, “An underactive body creates an overactive brain.” It isn’t a scientific formula, but there’s enough truth in it to make you stop and think. … Continue reading

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The Power of Gratitude and Being Thankful

Gratitude is one of the most life-giving habits that any of us can cultivate. It’s more than good manners or a positive personality trait—it’s a spiritual posture that opens our heart to God, strengthens our relationships, improves our mental and … Continue reading

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