Finding Truth in God's Word
We all experience disappointments, demands, and hardships in life. Unfortunately, there are far fewer who have experienced the freedom, hope, or peace found in Jesus Christ. We all have a story to tell, what keeps you from sharing yours? God has transformed countless lives, but the beginning of the story must be told to appreciate... Continue Reading →
There seems to be some confusion about the nature of Christianity. Through the death and resurrection of Christ we are given the opportunity for a new life. This is an unmerited act of grace, meaning Jesus offers us a gift we could never deserve. When we accept this gift our lives should be transformed and... Continue Reading →
This Lenten season I have been reminded of God's enduring patience. Many people associate God with vengeance and wrath throughout the Old Testament. While it's true that God exercises vengeance for disobedience, it is never without warning. In fact, many times generations elapsed as God patiently waited and gave many opportunities to repent. To repent... Continue Reading →
The church in Smyrna was heavily persecuted for 250 years. They lived in relative poverty in this rich city due to their lowered social status and victimization. They were persecuted by Romans and Jews alike and many were put to death for their faith. This is one of 2 churches addressed that did not come... Continue Reading →
Who doesn't love perfection? I think we all dream of having the perfect job, the perfect spouse, the perfect home, perfect children, or a perfect life. Our pursuit of perfection motivates us to better ourselves. Which sounds like a good thing, but perfection has a dark side. As a recovering perfectionist, it's not all it... Continue Reading →