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What Happens When We Are Called Into the Light And Called Into One Purpose?

Good Morning Friends, Where do you sense Christ shining light into places of discouragement or confusion? What loyalties—personal, political, relational—threaten to overshadow your primary identity in Christ?  What “nets” might Jesus be inviting you to leave behind so you can follow Him more freely? Where in your life has gloom lingered longer than you hoped? The Lord … Continue reading What Happens When We Are Called Into the Light And Called Into One Purpose? →

What Do Mountains In The Bible Symbolize For Our Work Today?

Good Morning Friends, There is something mysterious about the mountains of the world and those referenced in the Bible for these places were also often pagan worship sites as well as where God was revealed. You see from the Biblical experience on the mountains of Ararat, Sinai, to Horeb, Hermon and Calvary the message is the same. … Continue reading What Do Mountains In The Bible Symbolize For Our Work Today? →

Do We See God’s Providence When We Lay Down Our Crutches And Follow Jesus?

Good Morning Friends, Even in a nation full of blessings, many people—especially youth—are struggling with emotional pain, loneliness, and discouragement. This time of year can be especially heavy: less sunlight, lingering illness, and the weight of bad news can leave people feeling isolated. Our mental health is more fragile than we admit, and isolation keeps … Continue reading Do We See God’s Providence When We Lay Down Our Crutches And Follow Jesus? →

Are You Living Your Life in the Rhythms of God?

Good Morning Friends, The seven‑day rhythm of our week is remarkable. It isn’t dictated precisely by the sun or moon, yet it has shaped human life for millennia. For believers, this rhythm invites us to consider the Sabbath—Shabbat—through the grace of Jesus. Yes, it connects to the fourth commandment, but Scripture shows there is more. … Continue reading Are You Living Your Life in the Rhythms of God? →

Do We Understand the Purpose of the Law of Love?

Good Morning Friends, Today’s readings return us to the moment when Jesus recalls David eating the holy bread—a reminder that God’s law is meant to serve life, love, and relationship, not rigid control. David broke a rule yet acted in alignment with God’s will, showing that discerning God’s heart matters more than policing infractions. This … Continue reading Do We Understand the Purpose of the Law of Love? →

How Do We Balance Self-interest And Justice In A Dream That is Actually Attainable? 

Good Morning Friends, We are approaching Martin Luther King Jr. Day, and some will recall his “I Have a Dream” speech. Yet only months before his death, Dr. King preached another sermon—“Unfulfilled Dreams.” In it, he reflected on 1 Kings 8, where David longed to build the temple but never saw it completed. David walked … Continue reading How Do We Balance Self-interest And Justice In A Dream That is Actually Attainable?  →

How Will We Respond When The Holy Spirit Creatively Helps Us To Overcome Obstacles?

Good Morning Friends, Be cautious when someone flatters you by saying you “fell from heaven”—the devil did that too. Pride, fear, and misplaced trust can all interfere with a healthy relationship with Jesus. Today’s devotion invites us to consider personal responsibility, the paralysis that can come from resisting God’s sovereignty, and the power of friendship … Continue reading How Will We Respond When The Holy Spirit Creatively Helps Us To Overcome Obstacles? →

Are You Listening When God Speaks In The Quiet And Sends Us Out To Share The Gospel?

Good Morning Friends, There are moments in Scripture when the veil feels thin—when God’s voice breaks into ordinary life and calls someone by name. Today’s readings give us two such moments: a sleepy boy in the temple learning to hear God for the first time, and a weary Messiah rising before dawn to pray. Together, … Continue reading Are You Listening When God Speaks In The Quiet And Sends Us Out To Share The Gospel? →