Rise Above the Crowd

In Exodus 33:16 (NIV), Moses poses a question to God: “What else will distinguish me and your people from all the other people on the face of the earth?” Moses recognized that significance is found in standing apart, not blending in. To differentiate yourself from the crowd requires two things: intentional choices and bold faith. … Read more

Three Pillars of Living Faith

James gives us a challenge. “What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds?” (James 2:14, NIV) James is addressing the gap between what we say we believe and how we actually live. He concludes this challenge with a statement, “faith without deeds is dead” (James … Read more

Mission Above Circumstances

In Philippians 1:12-18, Paul’s body is chained but his spirit is unfettered. Despite imprisonment, Paul remains laser-focused on his mission that is to spread the gospel. Paul is our example of living mission-driven regardless of circumstances. Challenges in your life are not to change the purpose for your life. The Power of an Unwavering Mission … Read more

Journey of Purpose and Redemption

When Jesus first encounters Simon Peter by the Sea of Galilee, he issues a simple invitation: “Come, follow me, and I will send you out to fish for people” (Matthew 4:19, NIV). This invitation results in Peter making a life-altering decision. He “left their nets and followed him” (Matthew 4:20, NIV), abandoning his career as … Read more

You Buried It. Now Walk Forward.

“Early on the first day of the week, while it was still dark, Mary Magdalene went to the tomb.” — John 20:1 (NIV) She Came to Mourn What Was Lost Mary did not go to the tomb expecting a miracle. She went because of her love and grief for Jesus. She is moved to act, … Read more

Facing Empty Nets

In Luke 5, at the Lake of Gennesaret, Jesus is teaching to the people from Simon’s boat.  After teaching, he instructs Simon to pull out into the deep water to let down his net to catch fish. Simon is discouraged on being able to make a catch.  Prior to Jesus teaching, he had been out … Read more