Alice 
If you’ve been in a worship service for any length of time, you’ve probably heard it:“Come on, church! Lift your hands! Sing it out!” I’ve noticed this often, especially during transitions between songs. When I was based in the Middle East, several worship leaders I served with used those same lines. My first instinct was … Read more
The tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk shook many of us. Reports claimed he was targeted because of “hate speech.” Whether one agreed with all his views or not, his death reminded us of how dangerous words and accusations about words have become. I wrote a tribute to him about 2 weeks ago; you can read … Read more
A biblical look at justification by faith alone and how works fit into the Christian life. Not long ago, I had a heartfelt discussion with someone about one of the biggest questions in Christianity: Is salvation by faith alone, or by faith plus works? He was convinced that our good works play a huge role … Read more
I’ll be honest, I used to think self-care was just bubble baths, spa days, and maybe sneaking in a piece of chocolate when no one was looking. (Okay, maybe several pieces. Don’t judge. 😅) But as a busy mom, blogger, and ministry helper, I learned the hard way that running nonstop without caring for myself … Read more
Do your mornings ever feel rushed? The alarm goes off, and suddenly you’re in motion: coffee brewing, kids waking up, tasks piling on your to-do list. Before you know it, the day has swept you away. I’ve been there, too. But I’ve also discovered that giving God just 15 focused minutes in the morning can … Read more
Struggling with emotion during worship? You’re not alone. Many believers wrestle with questions like: Am I too emotional in worship? Not emotional enough? The truth is, emotion is a powerful part of worship, but without balance, it can either run wild or be shut down. When I was first ushered into my church family, shock … Read more
Ever thought of life as a journey rather than a destination? The Bible often uses the metaphor of walking to describe how we should live our day-to-day lives. It’s about moving forward, making choices, and navigating through what life throws our way. Digging into 2 Corinthians 5:6–9, the Apostle Paul encourages believers not to get … Read more
Do you ever long for a closer walk with God but feel unsure how to get there? I know I have. There are days when life feels overwhelming, and I wonder how I’ll make it through. But then I’m reminded that I’m not walking alone. The Holy Spirit is with me, guiding, comforting, and empowering … Read more
In Part 2 of this series, we wrestled with some of the most common objections and questions people raise about what the Bible says on homosexuality. We saw that Scripture speaks with both clarity and compassion: calling sin what it is, while also holding out hope in Christ. But the conversation can’t stop there. At … Read more
Introduction: From Truth to Conversation In Part 1 of this series, we explored what the Bible clearly teaches about sexuality and marriage: that God designed it as a covenant between one man and one woman. We also saw that while Scripture speaks plainly about sin, it also speaks with hope, offering forgiveness and transformation through … Read more
