Obedience Precedes the MiracleGod’s provision often waits on the other side of our obedience. Ruth’s decision to follow Naomi, the widow’s willingness to give her last meal, and the oil widow’s act of...  Read More

Faith Is Forged in the Fires of CrisisWhen life unravels and chaos surrounds us, faith is not a comfortable feeling but a courageous choice. The stories of Ruth, Hannah, and the widows show that faith...  Read More

Joy Is a Settled Confidence in God’s GoodnessJoy is not the same as happiness. It is not dependent on circumstances, feelings, or the absence of pain. True joy is a lifestyle—a deep, abiding confidenc...  Read More

Christ Redeems Our Painful MemoriesMany of us carry memories that bring pain, regret, or shame. Yet, when Jesus is at the center, He can redeem even our most broken stories. Paul’s memories of Philipp...  Read More

Gospel Fellowship Unites Beyond All DifferencesIn Christ, we find a unity that goes deeper than shared interests or backgrounds. The early church was made up of people from every walk of life—differen...  Read More

Grace and Peace Flow from Repentance and Forgiveness Grace and peace are not just pleasant words—they are the foundation of restored relationships. Grace is God’s unearned favor, given to us when we t...  Read More

Loneliness Is a Spiritual Wound Needing Divine HealingLoneliness is more than just a lack of company; it is a deep ache that points to our separation from God and others. While our world offers endles...  Read More

The Communal Joy of the GospelThe spread of the Gospel, as seen in Paul's mission to Philippi, demonstrates the transformative power of Christ's message. It reminds us that joy is not only personal bu...  Read More

Identity and Joy in ChristBeing "in Christ" is the foundation of our identity and the source of our joy. This identity is not based on our achievements or status but on the transformative work of Jesu...  Read More

The Pitfall of Superficial ReligionReligion, when mixed with pop psychology and superficial teachings, can mislead us into thinking joy is found within ourselves. However, true joy is not self-generat...  Read More

The Emptiness of Cultural PromisesOur culture often promises happiness through processes, possessions, places, and people, yet these pursuits frequently lead to emptiness. The allure of material goods...  Read More

Joy Anchored in Christ, Not Circumstances True joy is not dependent on the ever-changing circumstances of life but is deeply rooted in a relationship with Jesus Christ. The Apostle Paul exemplifies th...  Read More