The Danger of Hero Worship in the Church

The Danger of Hero Worship in the Church — Admiration becomes idolatry when we need the person more than we seek the Savior

Is Hero Worship Driving Our Expectations? Recently, a woman visited our church with one goal in mind: to hear the founding pastor speak live. She confirmed ahead of time, double-checked with someone on campus, and attended with excitement. But when Continue reading The Danger of Hero Worship in the Church

God can Change His Mind: Sovereign and Relational

God's response to our choices isn't a contradiction—it’s a reflection of His mercy, justice, and desire for relationship.

One of the questions that often arises in Christian theology is whether God can change His mind. Does His response depend on our choices or actions? On the surface, this question can be puzzling. The Bible teaches that God is Continue reading God can Change His Mind: Sovereign and Relational

What Does It Mean to Take the Name of the Lord in Vain?

A life honoring God leads to true contentment, but a vain, reckless life that dishonors God will end in disaster. Choose reverence over ruin. (Exodus 20:7)

Taking the name of the Lord in vain means using God’s name in a way that shows disrespect or a lack of reverence. This is clearly taught in the Bible. As Moses recorded in Leviticus 19:12, “Do not bring shame Continue reading What Does It Mean to Take the Name of the Lord in Vain?

Marriage is a dance of love and forgiveness

Your marriage is a dance when ahabah (love) and salach (forgiveness) flow through you, and let agapé and aphiémi shape your relationship.

Marriage is like a beautiful dance. Each partner moves with the other, giving and receiving. Sometimes we stumble, and sometimes we glide smoothly. Through it all, two powerful steps keep us going: love and forgiveness. Love as the First Step Continue reading Marriage is a dance of love and forgiveness

The Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion

When people say they don’t trust religion, they’re often reacting to how organizations or individuals may have failed them. But God won't fail you.

David just talked with a first-time visitor who complained, “This church is not right for me because I don’t trust religion.” He told us, “Many people feel uneasy about religion because they see it as an institution full of flaws Continue reading The Welcoming Church: talking with people who don’t trust religion