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
James 4:3, 5 “Ye ask, and receive not, because ye ask amiss, that ye may consume it upon your lusts. Do ye think that the scripture saith in vain, The spirit that dwelleth in us lusteth to envy?” We live in a culture that tells us to “follow your heart,” “look out for yourself,” and … 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
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
Imagine walking into your kid’s classroom and finding the State Superintendent’s prayer for the president playing on screen, under the banner of patriotism. That actually happened in Oklahoma. In April 2024, classrooms across Oklahoma received a surprising directive from the state’s top education official. Superintendent Ryan Walters released a video of himself praying for Donald … 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
The topic of birth control is a challenging one for Christians, touching on deep-seated beliefs about life, family, and faith. Unlike many decisions, this one doesn’t come with a direct instruction manual in Scripture. The Bible doesn’t lay out specifics about the modern methods of contraception we’re talking about today. So, Christians find themselves navigating … Read more
Galatians 6:1-2 (KJV)“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such a one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted. Bear ye one another’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ.” Have you ever felt the weight of someone else’s choices fall on … 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
