"For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God." - Ephesians 2:8   Have you ever wondered how people were saved before Jesus came to earth? It’s a fair question. We know the Gospel, the Good News of Jesus’ death, burial, and resurrection, but what about those who lived before that? Here’s the truth: people have always been saved by grace thro...  Read More

"The Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." - Isaiah 7:14   Have you ever noticed that when God makes a promise, He says, “I will”? Not “maybe,” or “possibly,” but “I will.” In Isaiah, God spoke clearly: “The virgin shall conceive and bear a son.” He promised His people that hope was coming, and that hope would arrive...  Read More

"Therefore the Lord himself will give you a sign. Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel." - Isaiah 7:14   We all know what it’s like to wait, don’t we? Whether it’s sitting in traffic, standing in line, or waiting for family to arrive (and maybe hoping for the moment they finally leave), waiting is something we’re very familiar with. In a way, life itse...  Read More

"For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people." - Titus 2:11   It really is the most wonderful time of the year, isn’t it? For many, the Christmas spirit is alive and well. Maybe you're smiling more, feeling joyful, or even sneaking tastes of holiday treats. Lights and decorations are going up, Christmas movies are playing, and everywhere you look, there’s a reminder that t...  Read More

"I called out to the Lord, out of my distress, and he answered me; out of the belly of Sheol I cried, and you heard my voice." - Jonah 2:2   In the depths of despair, Jonah found himself inside a fish, a place most would consider a nightmare. Yet, it was in this dark and desperate situation that Jonah turned his heart back to God. From the belly of that fish, he prayed a powerful prayer of repenta...  Read More

“But the Lord threw a great wind onto the sea, and such a great storm arose on the sea that the ship threatened to break apart.” - Jonah 1:4    As we have discussed the last couple of days, when God called him, Jonah thought he could run. He boarded a ship bound for Tarshish, determined to distance himself from God's call. With Tarshish being over 2,000 miles away, he likely believed he was headin...  Read More

"Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you." - 1 Thessalonians 5:18   In the midst of our busy lives, it’s easy to lose sight of the countless blessings surrounding us. Whether you find yourself on a mountaintop or in a valley, there is always something to be thankful for. Thanksgiving is a beautiful reminder of this truth—a time to pause, reflect, and e...  Read More

“But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the Lord. He went down to Joppa and found a ship going to Tarshish. He paid the fare and went down into it to go with them to Tarshish, away from the presence of the Lord.” - Jonah 1:3    Jonah was a devoted servant of God, yet when faced with a divine calling that took him out of his comfort zone, he made a choice that many of us can relate...  Read More

“Now the word of the LORD came to Jonah the son of Amittai, saying, ‘Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and call out against it, for their evil has come up before me.’ But Jonah rose to flee to Tarshish from the presence of the LORD.” - Jonah 1:1-3   Jonah was a prophet of God, a man who loved the Lord and understood His power. Yet, when God called him out of his comfort zone, Jonah hesitated....  Read More

“If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”- John 14:15   “Impossible situations are where God’s glory shines the brightest.” This powerful insight from Sarah Walton encapsulates an important truth we see throughout the Bible.  Think of Daniel in the lion’s den, Peter in prison, Jonah in the belly of a whale, and David facing the giant Goliath. The stories of the disciples battling storms, le...  Read More

“Do not be afraid of anyone, for I will be with you to rescue you.”- Jeremiah 1:8    As followers of Christ, you face a critical decision: who will you fear more, God or people? This choice may seem straightforward, yet many of us find ourselves wrestling with the fear of others, often placing them on a pedestal above God. If you’re honest, you might recognize moments when the opinions and judgmen...  Read More

“So we do not focus on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal.”- 2 Corinthians 4:18    You might be wondering how to embrace a life of courage and overcome the challenges that hold you back. The answer lies in an important choice to prioritize the eternal over the temporal.  In our fast-paced world, it’s all too easy to become consumed by ...  Read More