How Jesus Conquers Through the Cross We live in a culture built on judgment. Everywhere we turn, someone is keeping score. Social media remembers our words. Employers measure our performance. Schools assign grades. Courts issue verdicts. Even when no one else is watching, our own conscience reminds us of what we wish we could forget.… Continue reading Victory Over Condemnation
Why Love is Greater than Luxury I love steak. I have a steak aging fridge at home, and one of my top five meals ever was a Florentine steak in Tuscany — thick, perfectly seasoned, and cooked to perfection. I appreciate a good, juicy cut of beef. But every day of the week, I would… Continue reading When Salad is Better Than Steak
Understanding Jesus’ Teaching on Good Works When you do something good, should you keep it secret, or should you make it known? At first glance, two teachings of Jesus on this topic seem contradictory. In one place, Jesus says: “But when you give to the needy, do not let your left hand know what your… Continue reading Seen or Secret?
Understanding the Biblical Difference One of the most misunderstood aspects of Christian relationships is the difference between forgiveness and reconciliation. While Scripture is crystal clear that we are always called to forgive, it is equally clear that reconciliation is a separate, sometimes conditional process. Understanding the differences is vital for maintaining healthy, biblical relationships and… Continue reading Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation
Saint Patrick is often remembered for driving the snakes out of Ireland, but his most incredible legacy is his unwavering commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Once enslaved in a foreign land, he later returned as a missionary, bringing the light of Christ to a people lost in spiritual darkness. His life and writings… Continue reading Saint Patrick’s Call to Follow Christ
What It Means to Glorify God What does it mean to glorify God? For over a decade and a half, I’ve used a simple definition: glorifying God means making Him known and famous. But this simple phrase carries profound depth. The Greek word for “glorify” in the New Testament is doxazō, which means giving honor,… Continue reading Making God Known and Famous
Wisdom for Your Wallet from Proverbs Money is a powerful force in our lives. It can be a blessing or a dangerous trap. The book of Proverbs offers clear, practical wisdom on how the wise and foolish view and use money. What you do with your money is not just a financial decision but a… Continue reading Dollars and Sense
Finding Meaning and Reward in Every Job Work is a universal part of life. Whether it’s a 9-to-5 job, managing a home, or running a business, we all spend a significant portion of our time working. But in a culture that often reduces work to a means of survival or personal success, we must ask:… Continue reading Work with Purpose
Let’s be honest, when it comes to sex, our culture is in chaos. Everyone wants freedom without responsibility, pleasure without purpose, intimacy without commitment. But God has something far better. His design for sexuality is not just right, but it’s good. When we trust the Designer, we reap the blessings of His design. Trusting the… Continue reading How to Reap the Blessings of God’s Sexual Ethics
Fatherhood isn’t easy. In today’s world, it’s often undervalued, misunderstood, or outright dismissed. But Scripture tells a different story. It describes fatherhood as not a burden to avoid but a blessing to embrace. Children Are a Blessing, Not a Burden “Be fruitful and multiply…” (Genesis 1:28). God’s first command to mankind wasn’t about work or… Continue reading Becoming a Godly Father in a Fatherless Culture
