Healing is a journey that touches every part of our lives—body, mind, and spirit. When illness or pain enters our world, it can feel overwhelming. Yet, in those moments, I have found that prayer offers a unique kind of comfort and strength. It’s not just about asking for relief; it’s about connecting deeply with God’s presence and power. Today, I want to share reflections on the role of prayer in healing and how prayers for healing power can transform our experience. Understa

Instruction on Transformational, Kingdom-Centered Living Few passages of Scripture have shaped Christian faith and practice as profoundly as Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount ( Matthew 5–7 ). Delivered to a throng of people from a mountainside, Jesus’ words echo over the centuries in a way that both declares the Kingdom  of God and gives readers instruction for living as citizens of that kingdom. Far from being a list of rules, however, this speech is a vision of what it means to fo

When I first began exploring the Bible more deeply, I found myself both fascinated and overwhelmed. The richness of its stories, the depth of its wisdom, and the clarity of its guidance all beckoned me to dive in further. Over time, I realized that understanding key biblical messages is not just about reading words on a page. It’s about connecting with timeless truths that shape our lives, inspire our hearts, and guide our actions. Today, I want to share some reflections on t

God’s Sovereignty and Our Personal Responsibility The doctrine of predestination, including both election and reprobation, has long been controversial. The Bible clearly teaches that God is sovereign over all things. He saves sinners by his grace alone. God elects his people and rejects others. Yet the Bible also teaches that people bear personal responsibility for their actions.   People have many questions about predestination. Here are some of the most common ones. 1. Does