"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

"Through these he has given us his very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the divine nature, having escaped the corruption in the world caused by evil desires." - 2 Peter 1:4   Promises are easily made, but they're not as easily kept. We make commitments with the best intentions, only to find ourselves falling short of our word. But there's something you need...  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

"So I hated life, because what is done under the sun was grievous to me, for all is vanity and a striving after wind." - Ecclesiastes 2:17   Have you ever felt like you're constantly chasing after something just out of reach? Maybe it's success, wealth, or the perfect relationship. Whatever it is, you're not alone in this pursuit. Just look at Solomon, the wise and wealthy King of Israel. In his q...  Read More

"Vanity of vanities," says the Preacher, "Vanity of vanities! All is vanity." - Ecclesiastes 1:2   Have you ever felt like you're chasing after something that's always just out of reach? Maybe it's success in your career, happiness in your relationships, or fulfillment in your pursuits. Whatever it is, you're not alone. Think about Solomon, the wise and wealthy King of Israel. Despite all his acco...  Read More

"I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." - Romans 12:1   The story of Abraham and Isaac is one of the most gripping narratives in the Bible, illustrating profound lessons about faith, obedience, and sacrifice. But what often goes unnoticed is the sacrificial surrender dem...  Read More

"I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship." - Romans 12:1   What does God expect from us? It's a question that has puzzled many, including myself, for a long time. But as we dive into Romans 12:1, we uncover an important truth about the nature of sacrifice. At first glance, ...  Read More

"But when Christ had offered for all time a single sacrifice for sins, he sat down at the right hand of God, waiting from that time until his enemies should be made a footstool for his feet. For by a single offering he has perfected for all time those who are being sanctified." - Hebrews 10:12-14   What did Jesus do for us? He offered himself as the perfect sacrifice. In the Old Testament, the sac...  Read More