And we all who… contemplate the Lord’s glory are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit (2 Corinthians 3:18). Being transformed to become like the Lord Jesus is not a
As we get closer to Christ’s birthday, which is Christmas day, let’s take a detailed look at Jesus’s mother – a woman named Mary. We will use some ideas and thoughts from Adam Hamilton’s book, “The Journey,” as well as
Jesus said to his disciples: – As the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and
My grandson Austin started kindergarten this year, and he enjoyed his first week. Over the weekend, his older brother asked his Mom, Jamie, if she would come and have lunch with him. Austin answered, “Of course we will.” Jamie then
They were completely amazed and said again and again, “Everything he does is wonderful. He even makes the deaf to hear and gives speech to those who cannot speak.” — Mark 7:37 Leaders pursue excellence. They lead their organizations,
The Bible’s first chapter provides us the beautiful story of the Eternal God’s gracious work of creating beauty, complexity, diversity, and order out of chaos. However, the completion of God’s creative work doesn’t end in our Bible’s first chapter. We
“Sir, …we would like to see Jesus”(John 12:21). Does that request sound familiar? Haven’t you felt in the same way? Somewhere in your deepest yearnings, don’t you long to see Jesus, witness one of his miracles, and know in your
“May each soul be rekindled with fire from above.” These words come from one of those “old time toe tappers and heart tinglers” everyone liked to sing when I was growing up. In most of those churches, people didn’t talk
The account of Jesus’ betrayal, arrest, and trials is painful to read (John 18:1-40). Even as we read it, many of us know what happens next: Jesus’ appearances before Pilate, his scourging, his lonely trek to Golgotha, and ultimately his
Dear Child of Grace, You have been blessed with grace because of the Father’s love (John 3:16-18; Colossians 1:12-14). That grace was embodied by My coming to earth in human flesh, My life of service, My atoning death on the
As Christians, we are followers of Christ, but sometimes in the midst of life and our own shortcomings, we fall short, and off course with God. But nothing is more important than God’s calling for your life, especially your calling
Are you going through a “Hard place” right now that seems to have you stuck and unable to move one way or the other? Does it seem like no matter what, things or folks are just not getting any better
If you’re reading this while battling the heavy fog of depression or wrestling with doubt that feels like it might swallow you whole, we want you Read More »
There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes after trying everything you know to try. You have reviewed the bills again, sent another application, made Read More »
Because of Jesus, your life’s circumstances can get better. This statement may sound cliché but it carries immense power and significance. Life can be tough and Read More »
…That the sharing of your faith may become effective by the acknowledgment of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus. (Philemon 1:6). Acknowledging Read More »
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where everything feels heavy? You might be living through unfair circumstances, struggling to make ends meet, or just Read More »
When tough times don’t change, partner with Jesus and let Him help!