When it comes to loving our neighbor as ourselves, it’s more about being sensitive to opportunities than it is about the size of our actions. The smallest things can sometimes create great effects. Just as a single domino can set off a chain reaction, our small gestures can be tipping points of change in the… Read More »

The Rosetta Stone is an ancient Egyptian artifact that was discovered in 1799. The inscriptions on the stone played a crucial role in unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian language and culture, which bridged centuries of lost knowledge. In a similar way, Jesus is the Rosetta Stone of the Bible and of Life itself. Through… Read More »

Ah, life! It is such a glorious and dynamic affair. In my walk with the Lord, I have discovered that He does not intend to be a replacement or substitute for my earthly experiences, relationships, and responsibilities. He wants me to enjoy the ball game, take dance classes, grow in my career, enjoy being in… Read More »

Contentment is a treasure. “More” is a treadmill. “I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want” (Philippians 4:12). This secret… Read More »

Many years ago, an excited me shared the story of how I came to know Christ with a friend. His response was immediate and sharp, “I believe in the power of me!” he barked. At the time, I recoiled at his brashness. But in truth, he had a point. People can and have done lots… Read More »

We often hear the phrase, “All good things must come to an end.” However, I believe that all good things must come to an end to make room for new good things to begin. The Lord’s lovingkindnesses are new every morning (Lamentations 3:23). Therefore, the path of the righteous shines ever brighter (Proverbs 4:18). Inwardly… Read More »

The people with whom Jesus walked and lived when He was on earth were like delegates for all of mankind. The many expressions of His love towards them are representative of His love for all of humanity. Any of us could have been a blind man He healed, a child He raised from the dead,… Read More »

In our journey of faith, we often find ourselves striving to understand the “deeper” mysteries of Scripture. Yet, in this pursuit of the profound, we sometimes overlook the obvious, the clear and straightforward teachings that are right in front of us. For example, the instruction to give thanks in everything. This simple, unambiguous directive has… Read More »

Let us run with endurance the race set before us today. We cannot re-run yesterday’s race, nor can we run tomorrow’s race. We can only run one race at a time, and that race is today. We don’t run someone else’s race, but the one marked out for us. Nor do we run according to… Read More »

The Twilight Zone episode titled “Long Live Walter Jameson” tells the story of Walter Jameson, a history professor with an uncanny knowledge of historical events who doesn’t seem to age. His colleague, Professor Sam Kittridge, becomes suspicious of Walter’s ageless appearance and detailed historical knowledge. Upon investigation, he discovers that Walter is actually an immortal… Read More »