People who wrestled with God

Jacob wrestled with God all night and demanded a blessing. This physical and spiritual struggle shows how God meets us in our desperation and transforms us.

We have all stood at the crossroads of faith and fear, wondering “Lord, what are You doing?” Whether you’re facing personal loss, unanswered prayer, uncertainty about the future, or you’re simply new to the Christian faith and still learning to Continue reading People who wrestled with God

Antinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace

Antinomianism falsely teaches that grace removes the need for obedience. But true grace leads believers to holy living, not lawlessness.

In the life of the church, there has always been a subtle and dangerous teaching that twists the glorious grace of God into a license for sin. This ancient error is called antinomianism—the belief that Christians are under no obligation Continue reading Antinomianism falsely abuses lawless grace

10 Psalms for the Discouraged in Long-Term Care: Words of Hope from God’s Word

These ten Psalms offer enduring comfort and divine strength give voice to our deepest groanings, reminding us that we’re not forgotten, not forsaken, and never alone even in our loneliest times of long-term care.

Long-term care hospitalization can be one of life’s most isolating and difficult seasons. Days blend into nights. The sterile walls feel colder than the illness itself. And sometimes, even the most well-meaning encouragements fall short. But the Psalms, those ancient Continue reading 10 Psalms for the Discouraged in Long-Term Care: Words of Hope from God’s Word

Practical Evidence of the Holy Spirit in Everyday Life

The Holy Spirit is not just a theological concept but the active, indwelling presence of God who enables the Christian to live in obedience, victory, and spiritual fruitfulness.

For many believers, the Holy Spirit is an often-acknowledged yet little-understood part of the Christian life. We know He dwells within us, we read about His power in the book of Acts, and we affirm His place in the Trinity. Continue reading Practical Evidence of the Holy Spirit in Everyday Life

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