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The Power Of The Christian Worldview

Everyone has a worldview. Some people think they don’t. But everyone interprets life through a set of assumptions about God, truth, morality, suffering, purpose, and eternity. Your worldview is the lens through which you see everything — politics, family, money, … Continue reading

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The Significance of Jesus

There has never been a more influential person in history than Jesus. More books have been written about Him. More art has been inspired by Him. More lives have been transformed because of Him. Even our calendar splits history around … Continue reading

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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … Continue reading

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“In the Beginning, God”

A Reflection on the First Words of Scripture The Bible opens with four words that quietly but decisively shape everything that follows: “In the beginning, God.” (Genesis 1:1) Before creation, before time, before humanity, before light or language or law—God … Continue reading

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Revelation 5 — The Lion Who Is a Lamb

Revelation chapter 5 is one of the most breathtaking scenes in all of Scripture. It pulls back the curtain of heaven and shows us who is truly worthy, who holds history, and why worship sits at the center of everything. … Continue reading

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The Penniless Preacher Who Became the Center of History

H.G. Wells, one of the most influential historians and writers of the last century, made a startling admission:“I am an historian, I am not a believer, but I must confess as a historian that this penniless preacher from Nazareth is … Continue reading

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Wisdom for a New Tool: How Christians Can Use AI Wisely

Every few generations, a new tool emerges that changes the way people live and work. The printing press did it. The radio did it. The internet did it. And now, artificial intelligence—tools like ChatGPT—is doing it again. For many Christians, … Continue reading

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When Churches Become Mosques: What Can We Learn?

I just returned from a trip to Turkey—a land rich with biblical history. Paul preached here. The early church exploded with life here. Iconium, Lystra, Derbe, Ephesus, Laodicea—names straight from the book of Acts and the letters of Revelation. And … Continue reading

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Hagia Sophia: A Bittersweet Visit to a Once-Great Church

Yesterday, I walked through the doors of one of the world’s most famous landmarks: the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. As I stood beneath its magnificent dome, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of wonder—and deep sadness. This was once … Continue reading

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When It Feels Like God Has Turned Away

Scripture: “And I said, ‘This is my fate; the Most High has turned His hand against me.’But then I recall all You have done, O Lord;I remember Your wonderful deeds of long ago.They are constantly in my thoughts.I cannot stop … Continue reading

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