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The Paradox of Following Jesus

One of the most challenging—and liberating—things Jesus ever said is this: “If any of you wants to be My follower, you must give up your own way, take up your cross daily, and follow Me…” At first glance, this sounds … Continue reading

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Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

Few parts of the human body are as small—and as powerful—as the tongue. With just a few words we can build someone up or tear them down. We can inspire faith or spread doubt, bring peace or start conflict. The … Continue reading

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The Pathway to Peace

Peace is one of the deepest longings of the human heart. People look for it everywhere—through security, success, comfort, and control. Yet even when life seems stable, anxiety can quietly creep in. The Bible offers something far better than temporary … Continue reading

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10 Things The Bible Does Backwards

One of the most surprising things about the Bible is that it often turns our normal thinking upside down. The values of God’s kingdom frequently run in the opposite direction of human instincts and cultural wisdom. What seems weak is … Continue reading

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What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

Kindness looks simple. A smile. A listening ear. A generous act. A patient response when you could have snapped. But kindness is not small. According to Scripture, kindness is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). That means it is … Continue reading

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Are You Passing the Test?

In Book of Exodus, God tells Moses regarding the manna in the wilderness: “I will test them in this to see whether or not they will follow My instructions.” That line stops me in my tracks. God wasn’t just feeding … Continue reading

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Yet I Want Your Will To Be Done, Not Mine

In the shadow of the cross, in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed some of the most honest words ever spoken: “Yet I want Your will to be done, not Mine.” This is not a calm theological statement. It is … Continue reading

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The Lord Will Fight for You — Just Stay Calm

Few sentences in Scripture are as simple — and as hard to live — as this one: “The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” (Exodus 14:14) These words were spoken at one of the most terrifying moments … Continue reading

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Guard My Lips, Guard My Life

“Take control of what I say, O Lord,and guard my lips.Don’t let me drift toward evil…” — Psalm 141 David’s prayer in Psalm 141 is short, but it is deeply searching. He is not asking for a new opportunity, a … Continue reading

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Sin at the Door: A Warning, a Choice, and a Call to Mastery

“Sin is crouching at the door, eager to control you. But you must subdue it and be its master.” — Genesis 4:7 This is one of the most vivid and sobering warnings in all of Scripture. God speaks these words … Continue reading

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