Devotionals

God and Social Injustice

God and Social Injustice
9 Teach slaves to be subject to their masters in everything, to try to please them, not to talk back to them, 10 and not to steal from them, but to...

The Line Between Financial Stewardship and Idolatry

The Line Between Financial Stewardship and Idolatry
In the intricate landscape of personal finance, Christians are often confronted with a profound spiritual challenge: navigating the delicate balanc...

The Power of Disappointment

The Power of Disappointment
8 We are pressed on every side by troubles, but we are not crushed. We are perplexed, but not driven to despair. 9 We are hunted down, but never ab...

A'int Nothing Going On But The Rent!

A'int Nothing Going On But The Rent!
When Gwen Guthrie released her 1986 hit "Ain't Nothing Going On But The Rent," she wasn't thinking about spiritual disciplines. Yet her iconic chor...

The Pursuit of Distortion

The Pursuit of Distortion
I recently held a conversation with a friend who had just celebrated his 13th year of sobriety from sex addiction.  What follows is a transcription...

Same Faith, Different Prioritized Values

Same Faith, Different Prioritized Values
In the rich tapestry of Christian faith, we find a beautiful diversity of believers united by their love for Christ, yet often diverging in their p...

Favor A'int Fair!

Favor A'int Fair!
In a world that constantly measures worth by achievement, the concept of God's grace stands in stark contrast. Grace, as defined in Christian theol...

The Power of Service

The Power of Service
As we grow in our faith and become more involved in our church community, we are often reminded of the importance of service. As we participate in ...

Politics and the Church

Politics and the Church
American politics has become a divisive force within churches across the nation, often pitting believers against one another in ways that contradic...

Back From The Future

Back From The Future
C.S. Lewis' "The Screwtape Letters" offers a satirical glimpse into Satan's strategies to lead mankind astray and thwart God's plan. Through a seri...

Struggling With Judging Others?

Struggling With Judging Others?
The apostle Paul's words in Romans 2:1-3 serve as a powerful reminder of the dangers of passing judgment on others. As humans, we often find oursel...

Angry?

Angry?
13 One day some parents brought their children to Jesus so he could touch and bless them. But the disciples scolded the parents for bothering him. ...