Category: #Bible, #jesus, #faith
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From Shock to Shrug: How We’ve Let Darkness Overtake the Light
If you took a man from 50 years ago and dropped him into the world today, he’d think he was on another planet. What was once considered scandalous and unthinkable is now broadcast on every screen, accepted in schools, and celebrated on the streets. We’ve gone from being a nation where people might flinch at…
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Tearing Ourselves Apart: The Church’s Fight Against Its Own Mission
There’s no sidestepping this one: the Body of Christ is wounded, and it’s a wound inflicted from the inside. We’re not dealing with a minor fracture or a slight difference of opinion. This is a division so raw, so wide, it’s unraveling the very fabric of the Church. And if we don’t face it head-on,…
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The Last Stand: America’s Fight Against a Culture Gone Mad
There’s something happening in America. People feel it in their gut, even if they can’t put words to it. Our country, built on faith, freedom, and family, is being torn apart at the seams. And here’s the truth: this isn’t just politics as usual or some temporary crisis. What we’re seeing is a cultural collapse,…
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Letting Jesus Into Our Past to Heal Us Now
What If You and Jesus Visited Your Pain Imagine if you and Jesus went back together, side by side, to each memory of hurt. This time, though, you’re not alone. He’s there with you, not as a distant observer, but as someone who’s always been there, standing with you in each wound you carry. With…
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Compromised: When the Body of Christ Becomes Its Own Worst Enemy
Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. (1 Corinthians 10:12, KJV) The church today reeks of self-righteousness. It’s a sad truth that the bride of Christ has traded its pure garments for the rags of pride and hypocrisy. Instead of being a beacon of love and unity, many churches have…
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Called by Grace, Not by Failure: The Truth About Our Identity in God
I still remember the day it happened. It was the day I earned a label that stuck with me for years—the “fire bug.” You see, my grandpa had this old camper shell. It wasn’t actually on his truck at the time, but it was meant for it. It sat up on some cinder blocks in…
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The Sin in the Tent: When Ham Disrespected His Father, Noah
The story of Noah is one of the most recognizable in the Bible—his ark saved humanity and the animal kingdom from the flood that wiped out the world as it was known. However, there is another part of Noah’s life that carries profound lessons, one that teaches about the importance of respect, the responsibilities of…
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God’s Urgent Call: Choosing Peace in a World Full of Conflict
A few years ago, during a difficult season in my life, the Lord spoke to me through Romans 12:18, and it completely changed how I approach conflict. The verse says: “If it be possible, as much as lieth in you, live peaceably with all men.” In that moment, it felt like God was telling me…
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How God Healed Me from Loss, Sickness, and Anger
My Testimony: Written Down for the First Time I’ve never written my testimony down before, but here it is, for the first time in words. It’s already been written in my heart for years, but I feel compelled to share it with you now—hoping that my story will inspire you, give you hope, and help…
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Don’t Get Faith Locked: Trusting Beyond Circumstances
It saddens me that many believers are so guarded in their faith, hesitant to believe beyond what they see in their circumstances. So often, I hear people say things like, “Maybe it’s God’s will for me to stay this way,” or, “Perhaps He has a different plan.” But these thoughts are not from God. We…
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Forgive and Repent: What If God Treated You the Way You Treat Others?
Forgiveness is one of those things we know we’re supposed to do. It’s right there in the Bible, and it’s a core principle of our faith. But let’s be honest—when someone hurts us deeply, forgiveness feels like the last thing we want to offer. And even when we do forgive, it’s often conditional, right? I’ve…
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Healing and Salvation: A Complete Work of the Cross
Saying it’s not always God’s will to heal is like saying it’s not always God’s will to save. When you say this, you misunderstand the atonement. The atonement is not divided; it is a complete work. Through the cross, Jesus provided salvation, healing, forgiveness, deliverance, and wholeness. This is the fullness of what Christ accomplished—He…
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Wheat or Tares? The Controversial Parable That Challenges Our Judgment
Here’s a question that could stop you in your tracks: What if the person sitting next to you in church isn’t who you think they are? Could they be a spiritual “weed,” growing alongside you, yet destined for a very different fate? It sounds harsh, right? But that’s exactly what Jesus was getting at in…
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Healing in the Atonement: Why It’s Already Yours
Why is it that so many Christians believe in salvation but struggle to believe in healing? The answer is simple: most of us don’t fully understand what God’s Word says about it. Healing isn’t just something God might do—it’s already been accomplished through the atonement of Jesus Christ. Just like we accept salvation by faith,…
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Why Do We Think We’re Not Worthy to Receive Healing?
Have you ever found yourself thinking, “I’m not good enough to ask God for healing”? It’s a thought that’s all too common for many of us. We know God can heal, we’ve seen it in the Bible, maybe even in our own lives—but when it comes to ourselves, we hesitate. Why do we believe we’re…
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Let the Word Take Its Course on Sickness
We’ve all heard it before. When someone gets sick, the common response is, “It’s just a 24-hour bug,” or “It’ll run its course.” We treat sickness as something inevitable, something we must endure and wait out. But here’s the question: why do we let sickness run its course when we could be letting God’s Word…
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From Broken to Whole: How Faith Radically Transformed My Life
I grew up in church my whole life. It wasn’t unusual for me to witness miracles and see people healed by the power of God. I had seen it happen so many times. But there’s a difference between watching a miracle from the sidelines and being the one in desperate need of one. You never…
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From Head to Heart: Rediscovering the Real Meaning of Love, Loyalty, and Light
Has love been watered down? Has loyalty lost its meaning? Is the light of the church fading into just a lighter shade of the world’s darkness? It’s easy to see how these core values—love, loyalty, and light—have been exploited or misunderstood. Love today is often reduced to fleeting emotions, loyalty is seen as old-fashioned, and…
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The Three L’s: Love, Loyalty, and Light in the Life of the Apostle John
Have you ever wondered what makes someone stand out in the eyes of God? That thought struck me as I read Revelation 1:1, which says, “The Revelation of Jesus Christ, which God gave unto him, to shew unto his servants things which must shortly come to pass; and he sent and signified it by his…
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He Who Is Without Sin Cast the First Stone
“Judgment builds walls, but grace builds bridges.” —Joshua L Mullins It’s really sad when you think about it. You make a mistake, slip up, or even dive in headfirst into sin, and suddenly, there’s a whole bunch of Christians ready to throw stones at you. It’s like there’s a hidden pile of rocks in every…
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Guard Your Spirit, Control Your Emotions: A Deep Dive into Proverbs 25:28
Proverbs 25:28 (NKJV) tells us, “Whoever has no rule over his own spirit is like a city broken down, without walls.” This powerful metaphor highlights the critical importance of self-control and maintaining inner peace. Let’s unpack this verse and see what it means for us today, using both Old and New Testament perspectives. The Metaphor…
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Grace Unbound: The Infinite Leap Beyond Our Reach
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and that not of yourselves; it is the gift of God, not of works, lest anyone should boast. — Ephesians 2:8-9 (NKJV) Grace is an incredible, unexpected gift from God, embodying the essence of the Christian faith. It isn’t something we can earn by doing good…
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Beware the Pitfalls of Money in the Last Days
For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 2 Timothy 3:2 NKJV In the last days, the Bible warns of a time when people’s behavior and values dramatically shift away from God’s teachings. Among these warnings is a significant one found in 2 Timothy 3:2,…
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Rethinking Self-Love: The Biblical Call for Self-Denial and True Fulfillment
For men will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 2 Timothy 3:2 NKJV In today’s discourse, the concept of self-love and its implications on spiritual and moral behavior hold a significant place. The idea of being a “lover of self,” as mentioned in the New Testament…
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Finding Peace in End Times Prophecy
In our increasingly complex world, where news of conflict and unsettling rumors of wars often dominate headlines, a profound biblical message serves as a source of peace and reassurance. This message, encapsulated in Matthew 24:6 from the New King James Version (NKJV) of the Bible, states: “And you will hear of wars and rumors…
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Holding onto Truth in the End Times
In an era increasingly marked by confusion and falsehood, deception looms as a profound challenge, particularly as we approach what many believe to be the end times described in biblical prophecy. This period is characterized not just by widespread misinformation but by a spiritual deceit that threatens to lead many astray, fulfilling the forewarnings given…
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Material vs. Spiritual
To get ready for end-time events, it’s important to know what to focus on and how to prepare. Imagine standing in front of a huge, beautiful building like a grand cathedral or an old temple. It looks so strong and amazing that you might think it could last forever. But even these impressive buildings won’t…
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Tribulation Warning: Are You Ready?
All these are the beginning of sorrows. Matthew 24:8 NKJV Are we on the brink of the end times, or are we merely witnessing the warning signs? According to Matthew 24:8, we’re not in the thick of it yet. We’re in the time just before it, where things are getting pretty shaky. Jesus spoke of…
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The Law and the Power of Sin: A Paradox Explained
The complexity of sin and its relationship with the law is a subject that has puzzled many believers. Paul’s letter to the Romans sheds light on this perplexing issue, particularly in Romans 7:7-11, where he discusses how the law, rather than diminishing sin’s power, actually gives it strength. This idea is further echoed in 1…
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Finding Grace: Beyond Guilt and Law
Paul, in Romans 2, doesn’t hold back. He’s addressing a pretty sticky situation with the Jews of his time who were pretty confident in their own righteousness. They were leaning heavily into their religious practices and the law, thinking this made them better or somehow more acceptable to God than others. But Paul throws a…
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God’s Grace: The Real Deal About Divine Love
Have you ever felt like you’re constantly being judged, like you’re never quite measuring up? It’s a feeling many of us know too well, especially when it comes to spirituality. There’s this idea floating around that God is some kind of cosmic scorekeeper, tallying up our rights and wrongs, ready to punish us at any…
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Believe in Your People: The Power of Support
Have you ever seen someone try something new and thought, “Well, that’s not going to work”? It’s something we all do, especially with people we know well, like our friends and family. But there’s a lesson we can learn from a story about Jesus that might change how we think. In the Bible, there’s a…
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Salvation: The Ultimate Package Deal
Salvation, often thought of as just a ticket to heaven or a get-out-of-hell-free card, is actually way more than that. It’s like a mega gift pack that includes everything Jesus paid for when He died and rose again. When the Bible talks about salvation, it’s not just whispering about forgiveness; it’s shouting about healing, freedom,…
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Transformed by Grace
At the heart of Paul’s message in Romans is the concept of grace, a theme that starkly contrasts with the law-driven righteousness that had defined religious observance up to that point. This shift from law to grace is more than doctrinal; it is deeply personal, touching the very core of our relationship with God and…
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The Gospel of Grace: A Fresh Look
The term “gospel” often floats around in conversations, sermons, and religious texts, sometimes losing its depth and transforming into a catch-all term for religious messages. However, Paul’s letter to the Romans peels back layers of tradition to reveal the gospel in its purest form: as the exhilarating good news of God’s grace. It’s a message…
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Grace Over Law: The Freedom of Faith
In Paul’s letter to the Romans, he introduces a revolutionary concept that shifted the way we understand our relationship with God. He wrote to believers in Rome, a mix of Gentiles (non-Jews) and Jews, who had embraced Christianity but were struggling with integrating their new faith with old Jewish laws like circumcision, dietary laws, and…
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Scripture, Science, and Our Unique Design
Which aspects do you think makes a person unique? Imagine standing at the crossroads where faith meets science, a place where the mysteries of creation and the intricacies of the universe unfold. Here, the timeless wisdom of the Bible and the cutting-edge discoveries of science come together, revealing a fascinating truth: science doesn’t contradict the…
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When the Giants Leave: Finding My Own Faith
Growing up in the realm of faith, my path was illuminated by spiritual giants. These individuals weren’t just mentors; they were the Moses of my life, leading me through my own spiritual wilderness with their wisdom and conviction. In their presence, I felt an unspoken strength, as if together, we could part any sea of…
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Gethsemane’s Guide to Being There for Others
When our hearts ache for support in times of trouble, it’s not uncommon to find that those around us—our friends and family—may not fully grasp the depth of our distress. Their inability to provide the support we seek isn’t born out of indifference or neglect but stems from a lack of understanding of our inner…
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How Judas Became a Betrayer
Judas Iscariot was one of Jesus’ twelve disciples, chosen to be close to Him. This means Judas was part of Jesus’ inner circle, trusted with the group’s money, and involved deeply in Jesus’ life and ministry. Judas saw miracles happen right in front of him, like sick people being healed and those without hope finding…
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Who Was The Naked Boy in the Garden?
In the middle of a night that would be remembered throughout history, a curious and intriguing event took place in the Garden of Gethsemane, detailed in a passage from the King James Version of the Bible: “And there followed him a certain young man, having a linen cloth cast about his naked body; and the…
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Choosing Peace: Why Jesus Rode a Donkey Instead of a Horse
On Palm Sunday, Christians around the world remember a unique moment from the Bible: Jesus’s entry into Jerusalem. Unlike a conquering hero on a mighty horse, Jesus chose a humble donkey for his journey. This decision wasn’t just practical; it carried deep symbolic meaning, reflecting Jesus’s teachings on peace, humility, and the nature of his…
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Breaking the Man: Choosing God’s Path
In the army, there’s this tough but cool idea: they gotta break you down before they build you up. Think of it like stripping away all the stuff about you that doesn’t fit for a soldier—your solo vibe, your ego, even your own game plan. Then they rebuild you with all the right stuff: discipline,…
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The Hostage Voice Unveiled
Within the shadows of my existence, life unfolds like a tragic tale. The depths of my struggles echo in the abyss, where a mere 6-foot hole becomes a descent of 12 feet, a mile stretches into an arduous 10, and moments linger like a lifetime. Why is the journey so laden with obstacles? Why do…
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Beyond the Veil of Despair: A Sanctuary in Everlasting Grace
In the depths of my being, there reside experiences too agonizing, too piercing to articulate—whispers of despair that etch themselves into the fabric of my soul, leaving behind scars that ache with the memory of unbearable anguish. They linger, haunting the edges of consciousness, aching to consume me in their relentless embrace. Amidst this tumult…
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Crown of Glory or Millstone Award: The Crossroads of Influence
Then He said to the disciples, “It is impossible that no offenses should come, but woe to him through whom they do come! [2] It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck, and he were thrown into the sea, than that he should offend one of these little ones.…
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The Fear of God: Embracing Reverence, Obedience, and Sacrificial Living
The fear of God stands as a foundational principle in Christian faith, encompassing reverence, obedience, and sacrificial devotion to God’s will. It’s about acknowledging His sovereignty, holiness, and supreme authority while nurturing a loving relationship with Him. The Bible extensively discusses the fear of God, emphasizing its foundational role in wisdom and understanding. Proverbs 9:10…
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Cracking the Emotional Code: Seeking Freedom from Trigger Mines
Ever felt like emotional switches were scattered like a minefield across your life, just waiting for someone to stumble upon them? Those triggers? They’re like hidden trapdoors, instantly catapulting our emotions into a rollercoaster ride faster than you can say “surprise!” These triggers? They’re like buried treasure chests of past experiences and emotional maps, waiting…
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Divine Awakening: Your Christ-Centered Identity
As we sit together, taking a moment to escape the clamor of the world, I find myself drawn to the incredible concept of our identity in Christ. In this fast-paced existence, it’s all too easy to be swept away by the superficiality of life, to become ensnared in the pursuit of external validation. However, the…
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Divine Mirror: Embracing Our Role as God’s Image-Bearers
In the very beginning of creation, there is a thread that binds us to our Creator, a thread so intricate and essential that it defines our very purpose. It is the truth that we are created in the image of God, a profound reality that beckons us to embark on a journey of discovery, love,…
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The “Zoe” Life of God
I am come that they might have life, and that they might have it more abundantly —John 10:10 What is this life that Jesus is speaking of? The life that Jesus is speaking of is often referred to as eternal life or the God-kind of life and Jesus defined the definition eternal life in John…
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How God Sees Us
Understanding how God sees us—our identity, worth, His actions for us, and His purpose for us—reveals the truth about who we truly are. This divine perception surpasses our own thoughts, emotions, and the opinions of others, as well as any challenging circumstances that may question our value. In essence, God’s perspective is the ultimate reality…
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Navigating the Desert of Inspiration
In the ever-changing landscape of my creative journey, I’ve often found myself wandering through deserts of inspiration, where weeks pass by without a drop of creative rain in sight. These arid stretches can be disheartening, but I’ve learned to understand that they are a natural part of my creative process. During these times, I’ve come…
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Forging Excellence: The Resonance of ‘Iron Sharpens Iron’ in the Anvil of Life
In the very fabric of human existence, the verse “Iron sharpens iron” is the fire that ignites the soul, the anvil on which character is forged, and the steady hand guiding us through the tempestuous seas of life. This age-old proverb, birthed from the wisened quill of King Solomon, resonates with an elemental force that…
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What principles define how you live?
What principles define how you live? My life is guided by the principles found in God’s words, and though I may never fully master them, my daily pursuit is to align with these principles, aiming to be more like Christ and love people as He did. —Josh Mullins—
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God’s Unique Imprint: Our Kingdom Identity in Christ
Within the very existence of all mankind, God deliberately designed a marvel that captivates the human mind—the uniqueness of our fingerprints. It’s a breathtaking marvel that every person who has ever lived possesses a distinct pattern etched into their skin. Even identical twins, who share so much in common, bear different fingerprints. This extraordinary diversity…
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