“Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.” – Proverbs 10:4 As followers of Christ, we’re called to embrace diligence in all aspects of our lives. Just as the ant diligently tends to its tasks, so too are we called to diligently serve the Lord with all our heart, mind, and strength. Proverbs 10:4 reminds us of the consequences of laziness. It’s not just about material poverty b...  Read More

“Who can find a wife of noble character? She is far more precious than jewels.” – Proverbs 31:10 In the book of Proverbs, King Lemuel poses a profound question: “Who can find a wife of noble character?” This rhetorical question underscores the rarity and value of a woman who embodies virtues beyond measure. I want to dive into the noble wife depicted in Proverbs 31, where we can gain insight into ...  Read More

“Love must be sincere. Hate what is evil; cling to what is good. Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves. Never be lacking in zeal, but keep your spiritual fervor, serving the Lord. Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” – Romans 12:9-12 As we continue our journey through the secrets of sacrifice, we arrive at the fourth flesh hook: Fellowship....  Read More

"We have different gifts, according to the grace given to each of us. If your gift is prophesying, then prophesy in accordance with your faith; if it is serving, then serve; if it is teaching, then teach; if it is to encourage, then give encouragement; if it is giving, then give generously; if it is to lead, do it diligently; if it is to show mercy, do it cheerfully." - Romans 12:6-8   In our expl...  Read More

"For by the grace given me I say to every one of you: Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought, but rather think of yourself with sober judgment, in accordance with the faith God has distributed to each of you. For just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we, though many, form one body, and each member belongs t...  Read More

"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." - Romans 12:1-2   In our journ...  Read More

"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship." - Romans 12:1   Sacrifice is a concept deeply ingrained in the fabric of faith. From the pages of Scripture to the altars of ancient temples, sacrifice has been a foundational aspect of worship. But what does it truly mean...  Read More

"Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship." - Romans 12:1   There's a big difference between commitment and surrender, a truth I learned firsthand during a memorable experience in Egypt. Standing before a predominantly Muslim congregation, I was sharing the Gospel t...  Read More

"Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong." - Ecclesiastes 5:1   Have you ever approached God in worship without obeying Him? Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 5 remind us of the importance of drawing near to God with obedience rather than offering sacrifices with the wrong motives. Solomon emp...  Read More

"Guard your steps when you go to the house of God. Go near to listen rather than to offer the sacrifice of fools, who do not know that they do wrong." - Ecclesiastes 5:1   Have you ever entered into a place of worship without truly preparing your heart and mind for the encounter with God? Solomon's words in Ecclesiastes 5 resonate deeply, reminding us of the importance of approaching worship with ...  Read More

"These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain..." - Matthew 15:8-9   Throughout history, many believers have struggled with the limitations of religion, including King Solomon in his pursuit of life's best. Solomon, known for his wisdom, discovered firsthand the emptiness of religion without a genuine relationship. He realized that merely going t...  Read More

"Jesus answered, 'I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'" - John 14:6   Have you ever felt like your religious practices were leaving you empty and unsatisfied? You're not alone. Even King Solomon, known for his wisdom, grappled with this struggle. Solomon pursued every avenue imaginable in his quest for fulfillment, including religion. Yet, he disc...  Read More