Category Archives: God

Raising Sons and Daughters of Great Ability

Tucked into the genealogies of 1 Chronicles is a verse that shines like a gem: “Obed-edom’s son Shemaiah had sons who were leaders in their father’s family, for they were men of great ability. These men also earned positions of … Continue reading

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25 of the Most Encouraging Bible Verses

The Bible is filled with words of hope, peace, and strength. In every season of life—whether joyful or difficult—Scripture provides encouragement to keep going, to trust God, and to hold onto His promises. Here are 25 of the most encouraging … Continue reading

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A Biblical Model for Resourcing Worship: 10% for Musicians

In 1 Chronicles 23:3–5, David organized the Levites for temple service: That last group is fascinating. Out of 38,000 Levites, 4,000 were set apart as musicians—that’s about 10.5% of the entire priestly tribe. Think about it: more than one in … Continue reading

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Why the Age 30 Is So Significant in the Bible

Throughout Scripture, certain ages carry special weight. We see numbers like 7, 12, and 40 pop up repeatedly with spiritual meaning. But one age that stands out with deep biblical significance is 30. Over and over, God sets apart this … Continue reading

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7 Blessings of Seeking the Lord with Your Whole Heart

When King David prepared his son Solomon to step into the greatest role of his life, he left him with these powerful words: “Now seek the Lord your God with all your heart and soul.” (1 Chronicles 28:9) David knew … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Increase Your Talent

So often we think of talent as something fixed—you’re either have it or you don’t. But the Bible teaches us that our gifts are entrusted to us by God, and He calls us to develop them. Jesus told the parable … Continue reading

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Love That Lasts

Few passages in Scripture are quoted as often—and as beautifully—as Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 13:4–7. We hear them at weddings, see them on wall art, and memorize them in Sunday School. But these verses were not written merely to … Continue reading

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How to Discover Your Spiritual Gift

Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 12:7, “A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other.” That simple but powerful truth reminds us that God has entrusted every believer with a unique gift to serve … Continue reading

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Reviving a Church: Breathing New Life into Worship and Community

Over the last 16 months, my wife and I have had the privilege of helping a small church that was on the brink of closing its doors. What I’ve seen in this journey is that God is still in the … Continue reading

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Known by God: Psalm 139

Psalm 139 is one of the most intimate and breathtaking passages in all of Scripture. It pulls back the curtain on God’s heart toward us and shows us that He is not distant, detached, or indifferent—He is deeply personal, profoundly … Continue reading

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