A new Monday invites us into a fresh adventure of partnering with the Lord. The Scriptures tell us that love is at the core of this partnership—the privilege of experiencing His love anew and sharing it with the world. “Therefore, be imitators of God as beloved children and walk in love, just as Christ also… Read More »

Have you ever wondered what truly drove Jesus to the cross? It’s not merely a theological position or a historical fact—there is so much more! Jesus suffered and died not because it was required of Him, but because it was necessary for us. He had a righteous choice to save Himself or a loving choice… Read More »

“Who is like the LORD our God, who sits enthroned on high?” (Psalm 113:5). He often surprises but is never random. (His actions might be unexpected, but they are always intentional.) He is humorous but not vulgar. (His humor is always tasteful, clever, and uplifting.) He is powerful but not oppressive. (His unlimited strength is never used to… Read More »

“’You don’t know what you are asking,’ Jesus said” Mark 10:38 (NIV). Lord, I know when I pray, my mouth is writing a check that my body can’t cash. But then again, I thank You for the realization that I need not count on my body or my wisdom. Instead, I can fully depend on… Read More »

Sometimes the best way to “make a difference” is to simply be a good human being. This means showing basic manners like saying “please,” “thank you,” “excuse me,” and “I’m sorry.” It involves thinking before speaking, counting to ten before reacting, and letting the driver trying to enter your lane go ahead (most will even… Read More »

I love the word “focus.” It suggests words like “uncluttered” and “clear.” It prompts me to zoom in on what is essential. Focus makes life digestible and guards me from being overwhelmed. In the midst of giving pastoral instructions to his disciple Timothy, Paul the apostle encouraged Timothy to focus: “Remember Jesus Christ, risen from… Read More »

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11 Along the road of life we encounter various pit stops. Some of these stops are planned, like a well-deserved rest or a moment… Read More »

Today is the easiest day of the year for me to give thanks; it marks the anniversary of my rebirth in Christ. I am eternally grateful that forty-six years ago today, a seeking soul called upon the Lord and the Spirit of the living God entered my life with a euphoria that was unexpected, unfathomable,… Read More »

I am meditating on the familiar and oft-quoted truth, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.” It’s a phrase that appears in many prayers, often without deep consideration of its astonishing implications for our faith-in-Christ journey. Today, I have a fresh awareness of Him walking beside me, never so far ahead that I have… Read More »

“I am the good shepherd; I know My sheep and My sheep know Me” (John 10:14). Even though we know Jesus, just like sheep, we stray. So, we need reminders, reassurances, and realizations from the Lord all the time to refresh our faith in Him. Reminders are so important because the busyness and challenges of… Read More »