"This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us (1 Jn. 5:14)." This verse is saturated with many biblical truths. For instance, God is approachable. He desires to hear from us. As believers, there is a steady confidence we possess through the power... Continue Reading →
What Does The Bible Teach About Heaven And The Afterlife?
There are so many ideas about heaven in our culture. Some of these ideas are representative of what the Bible teaches and others are far from what Scripture teaches. For instance, some people believe we will receive wings like the angels in heaven and fly around in the clouds. Others think that heaven will be... Continue Reading →
Praying Through Psalm 50
The Mighty One, God, the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to where it sets (Ps. 50:1) O Lord, you are mighty and holy. There is no one like you. You declare when the sun rises and where it sets. You are sovereign over creation. We rest in you.... Continue Reading →
Daily Devotional: Failure Is Never The End But A Start To New Opportunities
In 1920, this person started a ferryboat company. He had no success and decided to sell his business to start a lamp manufacturing company. A competitor in the area sold similar types of lamps and put him out of business shortly thereafter. Despite all of this, he continued to be persistent. When he turned 40,... Continue Reading →
Devotional of The Day: If Anyone Is In Christ, He Is A New Creation
"Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!" -2 Corinthians 5:17 What a powerful verse! This is the essence and heartbeat of the Christian life. When we put our trust and faith in Christ, we become a new creation. The old sinful ways are... Continue Reading →
Poem: Where The Cold Wind Blows
The old bearded man you might know He journeys to where the cold wind blows. To the infamous dock with his fishing pole Trying to catch what's left to feel whole. But you know his rod is empty of line Never casting but sitting back to unwind. All the past regrets of family summer fun... Continue Reading →