Spirit of Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving is next week. A holiday intended for family and friends to gather together in a spirit of thanksgiving. It is also to intended to give thanks for the blessings given to us by a loving and generous God. It's a moment of reflection, gratitude, and...
Season of Gratitude
We are entering into a “Season of Gratitude”. This is a beautiful time of the year where we enjoy a festive meal with family and share the things we are most thankful for. As we approach Thanksgiving can give us much insight into the way that God has called us to live...
Who’s the Greatest?
Throughout history, people have sought after greatness. Muhammad Ali famously declared, “I am the greatest.” It’s a big statement, but it raises an important question: Who really is the greatest? Even the disciples of Jesus argued about who among them was the...
The Never Changing God
In a world that is constantly changing, where nothing seems stable, it can be comforting to know that God never changes. Every attribute of God is immutable—unchanging. While everything around us may falter and fail, God remains the same, solid as a rock, and perfect...
Live Free
One of the greatest gifts God has given us is free will. This incredible gift allows us to make our own choices—whether they are good, great, bad, or terrible. These choices, made through our free will, are what shape our lives and the world around us. Galatians 5:13...
All That I Am
In Psalm 103:1-5, David pours out his heart in praise to God: “Let all that I am praise the Lord; with my whole heart, I will praise his holy name. Let all that I am praise the Lord; may I never forget the good things He does for me. He forgives all my sins and heals...
Serve Like Jesus
Jesus' life was a powerful testament to service. He famously declared in Mark 10:45, "For even the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his life as a ransom for many." This statement challenges us to rethink our approach to life and...
Pray Like Jesus
Prayer is our lifeline to God, and Jesus gives us the perfect example of how to pray. He approached prayer with honesty and simplicity, laying His desires and needs before God without any pretense. A powerful example of this is found in Matthew 26:39, where Jesus, in...
More Like Jesus: Lead Like Jesus
Leading like Jesus involves guiding our families, businesses, and church communities with humility and a servant’s heart. Jesus’ leadership was marked by His humility and willingness to serve others, rather than seeking power or recognition. In Matthew 5:11-12, Jesus...
More Like Jesus: Act Like Jesus
Acting like Jesus means looking at His actions in the Gospels and applying them to our lives today. One powerful example is how Jesus responded to Mary when she poured perfume on His feet. While others criticized her, Jesus welcomed her act of love and defended her...