Posts from 2025
The Gift of Slowing Down This Christmas
The shopping lists multiply. The calendar fills with parties, programs, and obligations. We race from store to store, hunting for the perfect gifts, the right decorations, the ingredients for one more recipe. Our phones buzz with notifications about shipping deadlines and holiday sales. We stay up late wrapping presents, addressing cards, and checking items off endless to-do lists. The pressure mounts to create the perfect Christmas experience, to capture the perfect moments, to somehow make this season magical despite our…
An Unexpected King
What makes a truly unforgettable movie? It’s not just good acting or stunning visuals. The films that become cultural touchstones—the ones people talk about for decades—almost always feature a mind-bending plot twist. Think of The Sixth Sense and its revelation that the psychiatrist had been dead all along. Suddenly, every scene, every interaction, every detail takes on new meaning. You find yourself wanting to rewatch the entire film with fresh eyes. The Bible contains the greatest plot twist in human history. And…
Trusting God Through the Storm
When storms hit, it doesn’t mean God has left. Like Job and Jesus’ disciples, we can trust God in the storm and grow stronger in faith.
Seed Planting
So plant your seeds—both in the ground and in people’s lives—and trust the Lord of the harvest to bring the growth.
Abiding in Christ for Fruitful Living
In the bustling world we live in, it’s easy to lose sight of what truly matters. We often find ourselves caught up in the daily grind, chasing after success, comfort, and personal gain. But what if there’s a greater purpose for our lives? What if we’re meant to be connected to something—or someone—far more significant than our individual pursuits? This profound truth is beautifully illustrated in the analogy of the vine and branches found in John 15. Here, we’re presented…