READ GENESIS 1:3-5Have you ever paused to reflect on the power of light? Beyond simply illuminating the world, natural light plays a vital role in our well-being. It helps our bodies produce Vitamin D...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:1–2Genesis 1:1 is deceptively simple, yet it is perhaps the most profound sentence in all of the Bible. In the following verses, we learn that God spoke all of creation into existence –...  Read More

Dedication is inspiring. Seeing dedicated athletes, entrepreneurs, missionaries, etc, inspires us. They show us the power of unwavering commitment, relentless persistence, tenacity in adversity, and a...  Read More

Sometimes, being generous is difficult, especially when we’re concerned about our economy! But we can find encouragement from the early church. Many new believers in the first century faced incredible...  Read More

READ: John 15:13I love history. Specifically, I enjoy learning about the kinds of men and women willing to stand up for good, even to the point of death. You feel the weight of their service when you ...  Read More

READ: Hebrews 12:1-2, Matthew 26:36-39My grandfather was the epitome of a hard worker. I am sure we all have examples of someone who works hard, is committed to the process, and eventually becomes a m...  Read More

READ: Luke 14:26Sara and I recently welcomed our fourth child. I cannot think of a better picture of dedication than a mother with a newborn. Her commitment and self-sacrifice to the survival and grow...  Read More

READ: Philippians 3:7-8, Romans 12:1Have you ever wondered if someone will follow through with a promise? You’d probably feel more confident knowing they have “skin in the game”. This simple phrase me...  Read More

READ: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27I grew up playing several sports, and with three siblings who also played sports, we were always on a court, in a pool, or at a field. We enjoyed the bright lights of the bi...  Read More

We all hunger for encouragement and affirmation. In a life that is full of trouble, difficulty, and disappointment it is nice to have people in your corner. People who cheer you along and call to you ...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13A common perception is that the benefit of generosity is exclusively directed towards the receiver of the act. It is often viewed as an exchange between a giver and receiver, with the...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13We've developed a mindset of generosity, learned to steward what we have, and have prepared ourselves to be generous. What do we do now?Find opportunities to bless others, of course!U...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13Growing up, I had little money. There was always a strong temptation to hold tight to everything I had and keep it from others. I lived paycheck to paycheck, prioritizing my own needs...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13After developing a mindset of generosity, we must acknowledge our responsibility to steward God's blessings. Webster's Dictionary defines stewardship as "The careful and responsible m...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13When reading these verses, the focus is often on the miracle performed by Jesus, demonstrating His supernatural power and ability to meet people's physical needs. The boy's generosity...  Read More

Discipleship is a widely used term, but what does it really mean? When we talk about “discipling someone” or “making disciples,” it goes beyond just a Bible study or a program. Looking at Paul and Tim...  Read More

Hey, church! I’m Priscilla. This is my story.My journey began in Miami, Florida. My family and I were happy, despite our financial struggles. As new immigrants, my parents were searching for a new h...  Read More

Serving others with the gifts and talents God has given us makes a difference. It’s part and parcel of what it means to be a church family. In Acts 9:36-42, we learn from an unsung hero named Tabitha ...  Read More

READ: Hebrews 10:23-25As I mentioned earlier, I’ve been in various discipleship communities and relationships over the years. From those experiences, I can tell you that there is nothing quite as exci...  Read More

READ: Proverbs 27:17Our verse today always gives me a mental picture of two swords clanging together. I have no idea if that is how iron sharpens iron, but it’s the image I get. Perhaps you will see a...  Read More

READ: Colossians 1:28In our verse today, Paul explains the essence of discipleship well. He says we are to proclaim (share, preach) Christ, admonishing (warning, holding to account), and teaching (ins...  Read More

READ: Matthew 28:19-20One of my honors and privileges as an early childhood educator in a Christian school is helping young children memorize the word of God. In the last few weeks of the school year,...  Read More

READ: Matthew 4:19-20When Jesus called Simon and Andrew to be his disciples early in his ministry, he already knew their job description. No longer would they be working on a fishing boat, hauling in ...  Read More

READ: John 16:33"In me, you may have peace." This is the same peace that Jesus referred to earlier. "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you" (John 14:27). This peace gives us comfort when life...  Read More