Ever feel like there’s a constant battle going on inside you? Like you know what’s right, but doing the wrong thing just feels…easier? Galatians 5:16 gets real about this struggle. It says, “Live by the Spirit and you will not carry out the desires of the flesh.” Boom. Straight up. It’s not saying the struggle […]
A Generous God
All generous giving and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or the slightest hint of change. James 1:17 Ever feel like you’re running on empty? Like you have nothing to give? James 1:17 reminds us that every good thing, every perfect gift, […]
Unashamed!
Ever feel a little awkward talking about your faith? Like you’re the only one who believes, or that people will judge you? Romans 1:16 is a POWERFUL reminder: “For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is God’s power for salvation to everyone who believes…” The Apostle Paul wasn’t ashamed, and neither should […]
No More Hesitation: God’s Open Door Policy
Ever feel like you’ve messed up too much to even talk to God? Like you’re too far gone, or your problems are too big? Hebrews 4:16 has some awesome news: “Therefore let us confidently approach the throne of grace to receive mercy and find grace whenever we need help.” That word “confidently” is key. It […]
Galatians Haiku
Law’s chains broken free, Spirit’s fruit in vibrant hues, Grace now reigns supreme.
More Than Just Stuff
Ever scrolled through social media and felt that pang of envy? Seeing everyone’s cool stuff, amazing vacations, and seemingly perfect lives can make you feel like you’re missing out. But Jesus has a different perspective. In Luke 12:15, he warns us, “Watch out and guard yourself from all types of greed, because one’s life does […]
Are you willing to change?
36 He told them this parable: “No one tears a piece out of a new garment to patch an old one. Otherwise, they will have torn the new garment, and the patch from the new will not match the old. 37 And no one pours new wine into old wineskins. Otherwise, the new wine will burst the […]
Finding the Hidden Treasure
Imagine stumbling upon a treasure chest buried in a field. It’s overflowing with gold, jewels, and everything you’ve ever dreamed of! That’s kind of what the Kingdom of Heaven is like, according to Jesus in Matthew 13:44. It’s a treasure so amazing, so valuable, that once you find it, everything else seems less important. “The […]
Bible Study: Becoming a Cherished Child of God
Introduction What does it mean to be a child of God? It’s more than just believing in God; it’s about entering into a loving relationship with Him as our Father. This study will explore what it means to become a child of God, how we can connect with Him through prayer and worship, and what […]
Tuning In To God’s Frequency
Ever feel like you’re surrounded by noise? Phones buzzing, friends chatting, your own thoughts swirling – it can be hard to hear anything else. In Mark 4:9, Jesus says, “Whoever has ears to hear had better listen!” He’s not just talking about physical ears, but about our hearts. He wants us to tune in to […]
Working out your salvation
Is this a question you have asked yourself? What does it mean to work out your salvation with fear and trembling? It’s understandable that you’re wrestling with these feelings. The idea of “working out your salvation in fear and trembling” (Philippians 2:12) can be a challenging one. It seems paradoxical: How can we be saved […]
Scripture and the Nicene Creed
The Nicene Creed, a cornerstone of Christian belief, draws heavily from Scripture to articulate its core tenets. Here are some key verses that resonate with the Creed’s affirmations: Belief in One God Deuteronomy 6:4: “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one.” This verse, known as the Shema, emphasises the monotheistic nature […]