Journey with Hope

The cross wasn’t defeat—it was victory. On it, Jesus disarmed the powers of darkness and silenced Satan’s accusations (Col. 2:15). The war is won, but the battle is daily.

When you love God with your mind, He promises perfect peace (Isaiah 26:3). Stay focused on His truth daily, through Scripture, prayer, and trust, and watch worry give way to calm.

Everything you have is a gift from God—faith, strength, salvation, and spiritual gifts uniquely chosen for you. This encouraging message explores how God’s good gifts transform us, how to fan them into flame, and how to live with power, love, and a sound mind in a world that often seeks to dull our purpose. Discover the gifts you've been given—and how to use them well.

Knowing the good we ought to do, but not doing it, is still sin (James 4:17). Two ER stories show how obedience or fear can shape a moment. Whether bold or hesitant, God calls each of us to step up, speak out, and act in love. What good will you do today?

There was a church once that was in a large city of importance, both commercially and militarily. This church was in the middle of a...

Following Jesus isn’t always comfortable—and sometimes it costs us dearly. In Matthew 10, Christ warns that His truth can divide families, challenge loyalties, and force us to choose whom we will ultimately follow. Yet He also promises strength, comfort, and eternal reward to those who stand firm. Discover why true discipleship requires courage, sacrifice, and a love for Jesus that rises above every earthly tie.

We know that God creates. This is the first thing we learn about Him in the Bible, that He has created all that is and that we are the...

Most of us want to do business with a well established company. We know when we do we are more likely to have a good experience. We can trust that company will be there next year to take care of our needs. They won't just disappear if they have one bad year. Interestingly, James tells us to " establish our hearts " (James 5:8). He wants your heart to be stable and firm in Christ. He wants us to make our hearts trustworthy and faithful, confident in the love of God. We n

The great love of God for the world is incomprehensible and immeasurable. He gave His only Son for us so we could live through Him. ...

Loving God Well How well do we love? Humanly we may love our spouse with a steadfast and true love. We may love our children more than our own lives and we may fully trust a friend whom we have cherished for decades. In human relationships, devotion is going the extra mile, not being indifferent towards those we love. Our hearts are lifted when we're with them and deeply saddened when they leave. Malachi teaches us that true worship is loving God well, offering him our bes

The Bible is always true and reliable, yet even believers at times may doubt its trustworthiness. When Roman soldiers went into battle...

In the parable of the Wise and Foolish Virgins in Matthew 25:1-13, one thing we understand immediately is the importance of oil. Of...

The Fall and the Lost Garden In the cool of the day, God walked through the garden. God's visits with Adam and Eve must have been a...

Once, when I started a new job and found myself alone at lunch every day, I realized that focusing on my self was just making me lonelier....

Have you ever heard exciting news and discussed it with a good friend? Growing up my cousins and I would enjoy long walks on dusty...

When the Righteous Suffer Without Cause You may have heard the story of Job, and come away somewhat depressed. Poor Job, robbed of...

The Basis for Unity Christians obviously don't always agree on every issue. So how do we respond when we disagree with others in the...

Forgiveness and reconciliation are not the same, and Jacob and Esau show us why it matters. Unforgiveness can outlive a lifetime, shaping families and even nations. What begins as personal bitterness can grow into generational division. Scripture warns us not to let a bitter root take hold. As believers, we are called to break the cycle and become ministers of reconciliation.

What is a saint? The answer is found in 1 Corinthians 1:2. Here Paul says, " To the church of God which is at Corinth, to those who are...

So often incredibly significant stories in the Bible seem to be reduced to Vacation Bible School puppet shows or bedtime Bible stories...