Wise Speech Toward Outsiders: A Reflection on Colossians 4:2–6
In a world overflowing with noise, opinion, and reaction, the words of Colossians 4:2–6 offer a quiet but powerful call to intentional speech. Paul’s exhortation to the church is not merely about what to say—it’s about how to live, how to listen, and how to speak in a way that reflects the grace of Christ.…
The Cross Before Jesus – Crucifixion Series #1
Long before the cross became a symbol of hope, it was a symbol of terror. Long before it was worn around the neck, it was feared in the streets. Crucifixion did not begin with Jesus, nor was it invented for Him. It was a punishment shaped and sharpened by empires who understood that fear could…
From Convenience to Conviction
From Convenience to Conviction: A Call for the Church to Move Today For generations, faith has shaped families, communities, and entire cultures. But somewhere along the way, something subtle happened: religion became convenient. Not necessarily evil. Not intentionally shallow. Just… easy. And convenience, while comfortable, rarely produces conviction. When Faith Becomes Convenient Convenient religion shows…
Decide to Live: Embracing the Life God Offers
Every day, we’re faced with choices—some small, some life-changing. One of the most important decisions we’ll ever make is whether to truly live the abundant life God offers, or simply drift through our days. In Deuteronomy 30.19, God sets before us “life and death, blessings and curses,” and urges us to “choose life.” Choosing to…
Finding Hope When Life Feels Overwhelming
Life can sometimes hit us with challenges so heavy they seem impossible to bear. Wendy Hansen’s story is one such example—a day that changed everything for her and revealed a powerful truth about God’s presence and care. Wendy, a woman from Iowa, faced a series of devastating events all in one day. She lost her…
New Beginnings (A Quick Look into Genesis)
Genesis is often called the book of beginnings. In its pages we see the beginning of the world (Genesis 1–2), the beginning of sin (Genesis 3), the beginning of family life and childbirth (Genesis 4), and even the beginning of nations (Genesis 10–11). As a new year sits in front of us, Genesis helps us…
