David M ClarkRejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, ESVLet me tell you about a woman who thanked God for fleas.Her name was Corrie ten Boom. She was imprisoned in a Nazi concentration camp...
Hope 
You're standing at the sink, water running, staring at nothing. There's a sermon on your phone somewhere. There's a Bible on the nightstand. And yet — nothing. Just dishes, and the dull ache of feeling very far from God.It's a strange kind of loneliness, this one. You don't stop believing....
Stevens Brookes
Struggling with focus and mental clarity? Discover 10 brain-healthy foods that improved my thinking, energy, and even my prayer life—through a practical, faith-based perspective.1. When Spiritual Struggle Isn’t Only SpiritualFor a long time, I thought my struggle with focus was purely a spiritual problem. I tried to fix it the...
His name was Daniel, and he had been singing that lyric for eleven years.He was a guitarist on our worship team — steady, faithful, the kind of player who shows up early and stays late without being asked. At some point during a rehearsal, I asked the team a question...
Worship That Makes Sense | Part 1 of 5Someone asked me once, after a Sunday service: "Was that worship?"She wasn't confused about the sermon. She wasn't questioning the pastor. What she was trying to name was something simpler — and harder to put into words. The singing had felt like...
ANGOLWA WABALI
What is your foundation built on? What foundation are you grounded on? I was reading Luke 6:48 and it led me to further meditate on the verse. In the previous verse, verse 47, Jesus said, "As for everyone who hears my words and puts them into practice, I will show...
ANGOLWA WABALI
I was reading Mark 4, in the AMPC translation, regarding the sower and seeds, which fell in a couple of places. I quickly paid attention to the seed that fell on the thorn, which Jesus Christ described as the superficial and cares of this world. These shallow cares are considered,...
What makes a great song? The music? The melody? The ability to sing along? Or dance along?For me, it's the words. My favorite song ever is DC Talk's Jesus Freak. Some of the lyrics (written by TobyMac and Mark Heimermann) are colorful:I saw a man with a tat on his...
Sheryl Fish
I gave the airline crew member my best eye roll. The carry-on size limit had changed, and I now had to check the luggage I thought was legal. “How was I supposed to know this?” I complained, thinking about my favorite shoes that I left behind to avoid the checked...
Most of us as Christians are taught to "color inside the lines."This is interpreted as putting God first, forsaking all desires that are not like Him.And yes, this is true.According to Matthew 6:33, we are to seek God's kingdom first.All other things come from us seeking God's kingdom.But we color...
In the biblical narrative of Genesis, the story of Cain and Abel offers profound insights into the human psyche and spiritual mindset. Cain, driven by the pursuit of personal validation and recognition, represents a mindset that seeks to earn respect through self-effort and external achievements. In contrast, Abel grasps the...
In the parched wasteland of addiction, where hope withers under the scorching sun, the Holy Bible emerges as a life-giving wellspring. Its waters offer not just a temporary reprieve, but a transformative journey towards lasting recovery. "All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in...
The road to recovery can feel like a constant battle. You fight against cravings, past demons, and the overwhelming urge to fall back into old patterns. It's a journey that demands immense strength and a fierce will to heal. But sometimes, the most empowering act isn't just about fighting –...
“For we all stumble in many ways. Anyone who is never at fault in what they say is perfect, able to keep their whole body in check.” – James 3:2Stumbling – it's a part of the human experience, isn't it? Whether tripping over a stray shoelace or navigating the complex...
"But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The Lord does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’" - 1 Samuel 16:7In a world obsessed...
"Go from your country, your people, and your father’s household to the land I will show you. I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing." - Genesis 12:1-2When we read these words spoken...
"Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen. And do not grieve the Holy Spirit of God, with whom you were sealed for the day of redemption."...
Matthew 4:17. (Bible verse image from Bible Portal)The road to recovery can feel like a dusty desert, the sun beating down on cracked earth. Mistakes whisper from the sand, echoing the hurt we caused ourselves and others. But amid this arid landscape, a hidden spring of hope waits to be...
Matthew 17:20. (Bible verse image from Bible Portal)Imagine battling addiction as climbing a steep, rocky mountain. Every step feels heavy, the pull to slide back down constant. But what if, nestled within you, lay a tiny seed of faith, capable of growing into a mighty tree, strong enough to help...
An image of Jesus and the adulterous woman, (Photo by Arabs for Christ/Free Bible Images.org)Have you ever felt that if we religiously attend church or give to the needy, we are made right with God? We also even think that these good deeds qualify us to gain a seat in...