The Jewish man is not the one who loves, but the one who receives love. As we hear the story, we ask ‘am I the Samaritan who comes down the road or am I the beaten man lying helpless?’ It’s a crucial twist because the story doesn’t allow us to feel proud, as if we... Continue Reading

People die, relationships fade, health deteriorates, promises aren’t kept, people grow apart, time runs out, lesser things replace important things.“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom” Psalm 90:12. “O Lord, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how... Continue Reading

The title “Elohim” baffles scholars because it is a masculine plural noun linked to singular verbs. This has been attributed to “plural of majesty,” polytheism, intensity, and the Trinity. When used as a title for God, the verbs are singular. In other instances, the verbs are plural. Although Old Testament believers may not have fully... Continue Reading

The term “Bride of Christ” is a beautiful metaphor that describes Christians, the collective body of believers we call the Church, and our intimate relationship with Jesus. Throughout the New Testament, this imagery paints a picture of Jesus as the devoted Groom and the Church as His cherished Bride.     Jesus as the Groom... Continue Reading

God is present in every council of those gathered to legislate and to lead. He is a silent witness to the actions of men; He hears every word; and, He understands exhaustively the motives of the heart. God does not take lightly the stewardship of ruling. He expects the authority he has given to men... Continue Reading

There is a quiet comfort here for believers. If you feel out of place in a world that loves exaggeration, division, and manipulation, that is not a strange thing. It may be a sign that the Lord has given you a taste for truth and peace.      Some days it feels tiring to live... Continue Reading

We were created out of relationship. The verses represent perhaps a bit of a conversation among the persons of the Trinity: “Let us make man in our image…” Man was not created because of some kind of deficit in the Trinity. That is to say, God did not make man because He was lonely. Or... Continue Reading

Where did the son go when all other hope was gone? Home. Who was at home waiting for him? His father. No doubt, the father in this parable didn’t just happen to see his son in the distance. He was looking for him, never giving up hope that his son would return home to receive... Continue Reading

Whether you’re a high-end leader in a glass tower or a sojourner under a bridge, you can find rest when your soul is anchored in the riches of Christ. Your life, your circumstances, your lot — all are handcrafted by God for your good and His glory.     How does your soul handle change?... Continue Reading

There is a reason God had to give a commandment in the New Testament to let no one neglect the assembling together of God’s people as is the manner of some ( Heb. 10:24-25). The Scriptures warned that there would be a problem of people saying they don’t need to come to church. We live... Continue Reading