You Are Chosen: Walk in Your Identity

“But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s special possession.” (1 Peter 2:9, NIV). The word “chosen” changes everything. It means you didn’t end up here by accident. God handpicked you. While the world measures your worth by performance, achievements, or social status, God declares your value based on His … Read more

Protecting Your Vision in Unsupportive Environments

Jesus returns to his hometown to heal and preach the Gospel. Instead of being greeted with celebration, he faces skepticism. The people are focused on who he was instead of who he is. Their doubt is so thick that Jesus couldn’t perform many miracles there. “He is amazed at their lack of faith” (Mark 6:6, … Read more

Beyond the Senses

“What no eye has seen, what no ear has heard, and what no human mind has conceived, the things God has prepared for those who love him.” (1 Corinthians 2:9, NIV) This is a challenge to dive into a deeper reality, transcending your natural senses. Human perception is inherently limited. Decisions are based on what … Read more

God’s Call Beyond Hearts and Gestures

On Valentine’s Day, society wraps love in red hearts and romantic gestures, limiting our expressions of love. This is thinking small and comfortable. God calls us to love far beyond our comfort zones and selected circles. Jesus is clear on the greatest commandment, “Love the Lord with all your heart, soul, and mind” (Mark 12:30, … Read more

Facing Challenges Becomes Faithing the Challenge

Life has a way of throwing curveballs when least expected.  Whether it’s job loss, health crisis, relationship struggle, or financial hardship, challenges appear at every turn.  But what if there’s a different way to view these difficult seasons? Consider faithing the challenge instead of facing the challenge. Perspective of Joy in Trials James 1:2 (NIV) … Read more

No Blocking What is to Be

In 1 Samuel 16, Samuel is lamenting over Saul being rejected as King.  Saul failed the test to lead God’s people. God is appointing a new king.  He instructs Samuel “fill your horn with oil and be on your way; I am sending you to Jesse of Bethlehem.  I have chosen a new king” (1 … Read more

Do Greater Things

John 14:12 (NIV) Jesus states “Very truly, I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these.” These words speak to spiritual growth through belief, authority, courage, and empowerment. The Power of Belief The foundation of this verse begins with belief. … Read more

Break Free from Environmental Limitations

Philip finds Nathanael, excitedly proclaiming they have found the Messiah in Jesus of Nazareth.  Nathanael’s skeptically responds “Nazareth! Can anything good come from there?” (John 1:46, NIV). These words speak to the preconception of one’s environment dictating possibilities. Recognize Your Environmental Limitations Nathanael’s doubt stemmed from a geographical bias – Nazareth was an insignificant town, … Read more

Pressing Forward Using Four Disciplines

In Philippians 3:13 (NIV) Paul states “Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead.”  These words are simple, yet they demand much from you.  Paul identifies four disciplines that are required to press toward the prize. Become an Expert in Your One Thing “One thing I do,” Paul writes. Not ten things or … Read more

Stepping Into Purpose Before You Are Ready

Mary is young, engaged, and living a predictable life when an angel appears with an impossible announcement. She is to carry the Son of God. Her response is not “I’m ready” or “I have it all figured out.” She says, “May your word to me be fulfilled” (Luke 1:18, NIV). Mary’s yes changes everything. But … Read more