As we enter into the fall season, some of us welcome the change. We are looking forward to cooler days, color-changing leaves, and all things pumpkin. For others who would be happy with an endless summer, there is not as much anticipation for the inevitable transition ..read more

At the core of Christian belief lies a profound understanding of the love of God, a love that is intrinsic to our identity as human beings. The concept of Imago Dei, Latin for "Image of God," underscores the idea that we are created in God's likeness, as described in Genesis 1:26-27 ..read more

What drives you to lead others? This can be a tricky question to answer! As a leader, you probably want to serve your company's vision, reach your goals, and help other people as much as you can ..read more

If you know Christ, you can remember the moment when He reached out and took hold of you—that moment when you realized that you were a sinner who needed a savior. There is also a "taking hold of" that occurs in our lives, an apprehending or grabbing onto the things of God. This propels us into the life God has for us to live ..read more

Have you ever felt like God put a desire to do something great in your heart? You may have overcome addiction, and you want to set up a program that will help set other people free. Or maybe you have a passion for preaching the word of God. While you can serve God now, you feel like you are miles away from fulfilling the big dream God gave you for your life. What can you do in the meantime, and how can you see that dream come true? God is passionate about justice and mercy and wants all people to come to know Him. If you desire those same things, you are representing God's heart! Nehemiah, a ..read more

As we approach the 4th of July, a day when we celebrate the freedom and independence of our nation, it is important to take a moment to reflect on the deeper significance of freedom in our lives. Whether we are spiritually guiding our children, grandchildren or just digging into the Word ourselves, this is an excellent opportunity to connect the values of faith and freedom with our national celebrations. The Bible offers a profound understanding of freedom that transcends political or social liberty. It speaks to a freedom that is spiritual, eternal, and deeply rooted in our relationship with ..read more

A few weeks ago, Pastor Nathan preached a sermon titled, “Reach the One.” In it, he communicated the importance of sharing how grace has transformed us–how Jesus has saved and set us free. His words resonated with me and further solidified the conviction I had been feeling about my own testimony. I’ll never get tired of hearing testimonies from those around me. Hearing how God has worked in and through someone’s life is such a special, tender moment of vulnerability that brings brothers and sisters in Christ closer together. However, have you ever found yourself comparing your testimony to an ..read more

In Numbers 23, the Bible shows us that God is unwavering in His promises—He does not lie nor change His mind. His word is guaranteed to come to pass. What an amazing promise we have today to stand on! God is faithful and He will do what He said He will do! There are 4 steps to seeing God’s promise come to pass in your life. 1. Hear the Promise: The first step is hearing the promise! I know it sounds simple but without the entrance of His word, there is no light for the path you are seeking. His word produces Faith for he impossible promise. the Bible says faith comes by hearing and hearing by ..read more

God is raising you up to fulfill your purpose in this generation! In every generation, God has a group of people that He uses to shine bright in the darkness. Though the darkness continues to cover the earth (Isaiah 60), God shines His light in and through you to be an influencer in the world! Though darkness looms, your light shines bright and is a demonstration before men and kings.  Queen Esther rose to fulfill her purpose in Esther 4. When the king and His kingdom were planning to destroy an entire generation of God's people, Esther chose to rise up to fulfill her destiny. Esther had ..read more

How do you define joy? Sometimes, joy feels impossible due to the uncertainty we live in. Statistically, 1 in 4 adults report symptoms of anxiety and depression. But the good news is that joy is a fruit of the Holy Spirit that does not rely on our circumstances! Consider the story of Corrie Ten Boom. She was imprisoned with her sister in a Nazi camp for the crime of secretly harboring Jews. Despite seeing the horrors of the Holocaust every day, she determined that she would not allow what was going on around her to shape her perspective. She later wrote, "Joy runs deeper than despair." Anothe ..read more