When I was asked to write this post of five verses about hope, I immediately thought “easy”. I was soon proven to be wrong. Not because Scripture is void of hope or hope-filled verses. The problem was just the opposite: the entirety of the Bible is hope. Hope for every person in every season of life, every day. So, here are five verses about hope that aren’t the obvious Jeremiah 29:11-type verses ...  Read More

We all have those days. Days that start off really good. You wake up on time, get a cup of coffee that tastes right, and you are looking towards a beautiful day. Then something happens.Maybe it's a harsh comment from a coworker. A difficult email. A crying toddler. Traffic. An unexpected bill. A conversation that didn't go the way you hoped. Or maybe it's something so small that it shouldn't bothe...  Read More

Have you ever sat down to pray and found it nearly impossible to stay still? Maybe your thoughts jump from one topic to another, or every small noise and notification feels like a distraction pulling you away. What you intended to be a quiet, focused moment with God quickly turns into a battle to keep your mind present.The truth is, our brains are constantly shifting, and in today’s world we take ...  Read More

As believers in Christ, our ultimate goal is to continually become more like Jesus. We pursue this by studying who He is and by practicing the rhythms He modeled in His life. Scripture reading, Sabbath, and service are all essential practices we can intentionally implement. But if we truly want to learn how to live, love, and lead like Jesus, we must recognize that prayer is not optional—it is fou...  Read More

In this blog post, we take a meaningful look at the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12—one of Scripture’s most sobering teachings on wealth, contentment, and eternal perspective. Inside, you’ll find helpful background on the book of Luke, several translations of the passage, and insights drawn from trusted commentaries. And when you’re ready to reflect personally, we’ve included a simple, guided ...  Read More

In this blog post, we take a meaningful look at the parable of the lost sheep in Luke 15—one of Scripture’s most beautiful reminders of God’s heart for every single person. Inside, you’ll find helpful background on the book of Luke, several translations of the passage, and insights gathered from trusted commentaries. And when you’re ready to reflect personally, we’ve included a simple, guided form...  Read More