Every year, as my children prepare to return to school, we make it a tradition to capture a "back to school" photo. It's fascinating to witness the changes in them as they progress from grade to grade. They grow taller, and their facial features undergo significant transformations. And as I look back at my own... Continue Reading →
A Messianic Jewish Perspective on Rosh Hashanah
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, also known as the "head of the year" in Hebrew. It is a two-day celebration that marks the beginning of the civil year in Judaism and occurs in the late summer or early autumn. Rosh Hashanah is the first of the Jewish High Holy Days, a period called... Continue Reading →
Swimming the Distance and Keeping the Faith: A Journey of Challenge and Commitment
Standing at the brink of a challenging 15-mile swim event last month, I found myself contemplating how much had changed since my college years. During that period, I used to swim daily, but nearly twenty years had elapsed since those carefree times. Nevertheless, I felt a strong urge to test my limits, not just for... Continue Reading →
Lessons from the Garden: Cultivating Life and Faith
As a family, we decided it was time to clean up our yard last week. The weeds had started to take over, and our bushes were growing wild. It was an excellent opportunity to teach my two sons the value of hard work, responsibility, and a profound spiritual lesson about weeding our lives. The Yardwork... Continue Reading →
Building a Strong Foundation: Lessons from Faith and Real Estate
Last Sunday, my family and I attended church after an invitation from my son's daycare. The sermon that day struck a chord with me, as it emphasized the critical importance of building a strong house. The analogy drawn was clear: just like the three little pigs, we must build our faith house using robust materials... Continue Reading →
Embracing Chaos: A Dad’s Journey Through Daily Blessings
One busy morning, I was in charge of our four kids while my wife, who's a nurse, was at work. I had a lot to handle. First, I needed to wake up the two older boys, make them breakfast, grab their water bottles and put things in their backpacks. At the same time, I had... Continue Reading →
Growing in Relationship with God: Nurturing the Boundless Possibilities
Peter's exhortation in 2 Peter 3:18 to grow in the grace and knowledge of God has been a transformative journey in my faith. When I initially embraced Christianity, I wasn't burdened with the expectation of being a biblical expert. Those early days were characterized by a genuine curiosity and an eagerness to seek understanding. In... Continue Reading →
The Vital Significance of Sabbath Rest: A Holistic Approach
Introduction In the hustle of our modern lives, where schedules are packed and demands are endless, finding opportunities of rest and rejuvenation can seem like a luxury. Yet, there exists a godly practice that emphasizes the importance of stepping back, taking a pause, and embracing the power of rest. This practice is the observance of... Continue Reading →
Lost and Found: A Beachside Revelation of the Good Shepherd’s Love
Last week, I took our family to the beach, and had a moment that helped me understand the parable of the lost sheep in a new way. We were all enjoying the sun and waves. Our middle son was having fun on his surfboard, and I was keeping an eye on him while also watching... Continue Reading →
Timeless Marvels: Reflecting on Psalm 90:2 and God’s Eternal Nature
In my busy daily life, where alarms and routines guide my every move, I sometimes take a moment to think about time. Every morning, my alarm wakes me up and I dive into a bunch of things: getting my kids ready, making meals, going back and forth to school and their activities, and keeping everything... Continue Reading →