Alice 
Introduction: A Tender Truth in a Broken World I’ve known and loved many people who identify as gay or lesbian: former colleagues, dear friends, neighbors, even churchmates and extended family members. Many of them are among the kindest, most thoughtful, and genuinely caring individuals I’ve ever met. I’ve seen their devotion in how they serve … Read more
Are you tired of living paycheck to paycheck or constantly feeling like there’s never enough? Many Christians struggle with this, not because God wants us to live in lack, but because we’ve unknowingly embraced a poverty mindset. If you’ve ever felt guilty about having money, believed that being poor is more spiritual, or struggled to … Read more
“Then He said to them all: ‘Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross daily and follow me.’” – Luke 9:23 (NIV) Following Jesus isn’t just a big, one-time decision we make at a church altar or during a life crisis. It’s a daily invitation; an ongoing relationship that … Read more
I’ll never forget one Sunday morning. The worship leader was having a great time, singing her heart out to the Lord. The team was on point, the instruments were tight, and the transitions were smooth. But as I looked around at the congregation, something felt off. Some were fiddling with their phones. A mom was … Read more
A Devotional on Galatians 6:9 for the Weary Heart Galatians 6:9 (ESV): “And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.” Introduction: When Faithfulness Feels Invisible For more than ten years, I worked overseas in a private healthcare facility. I loved my … Read more
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was living and working overseas, far from home and family. Like many believers around the world, I suddenly found myself locked down, unable to attend church in person. Our congregation quickly adapted by moving everything to Zoom—Friday services (we gathered on Fridays as it was the counterpart … Read more
Picture this: You’ve had one of those days. The toddler painted the walls again, the laundry’s overflowing, and you’re juggling work, ministry, and motherhood with barely enough energy to scrape dinner together. You feel frayed, worn down, like you’ve hit your limit. And then someone tells you, “God’s grace is sufficient.” You nod politely, but … Read more
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “Why is this happening to me? I’m doing my best to follow Jesus.” Maybe you’ve been faithfully serving in your church, reading your Bible, raising your children in the Lord—and yet, life suddenly feels like it’s crashing in around you. A health scare. A financial strain. A broken relationship. … Read more
“What would you be willing to die for?” That question echoes through the pages of Foxe’s Book of Martyrs, a collection of powerful stories about Christians who faced persecution and even death for their faith. Whether you’re a history lover or simply seeking encouragement in hard times, this classic continues to speak volumes. Foxe’s Book … Read more
Exploring the truth about faith, wealth, and what Jesus really promised. The prosperity gospel is one of the most talked-about—and misunderstood—teachings in modern Christianity. At first glance, it sounds hopeful: if you have enough faith, God will bless you with wealth, health, and success. Many find this message uplifting, especially when life feels hard and … Read more
