Most people assume that salvation is simply about getting into heaven one day. But Peter—writing to believers enduring trials—says something radically different: Salvation is not only your…
The Beauty of God’s Holiness Mobilizes Us to Make Disciples “You shall be holy, for I am holy.” – 1 Peter 1:16 At first glance, Peter’s command…
How to Handle Conflict, Part 3: Receiving Correction with Grace In Part 1 of this series, we explored the why behind godly confrontation. We learned that true…
How to Handle Conflict, Part 2: Giving and Receiving Godly Rebuke In Part 1, we explored the why behind godly confrontation. We saw that true friendship includes…
How to Handle Conflict, Part 1: The Courage of Candor “Faithful are the wounds of a friend…” — Proverbs 27:6 Conflict is often avoided. Sadly, this is…
Cultivating a Psalm 131 Life “O Israel, hope in the Lord from this time forth and forever.” —Psalm 131:3 In a culture marked by anxiety, discouragement, and…
Why Are We So Easily Fooled by Wealth? In 2007, actor Owen Wilson attempted suicide. The news shocked many. After all, he had everything the world tells…
What Are You Aiming For? Imagine a professional archer in a championship match. He lines up the shot, breathes, releases—and hits the bullseye. But the announcers gasp:…
The Fear That Controls Us What are you afraid of? Spiders? Heights? Public speaking? While these fears are common, there is a deeper fear that often controls…
Understanding the Seriousness of Jesus’ Warning Among all of Jesus’ teachings, perhaps the most sobering is His warning about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit—a sin He says…











