Journey with Hope

What does it really mean to be walking before God? In Genesis 17:1, God calls Abraham to faithful obedience before reaffirming His covenant. This reflection explores following God, walking with Him, and how trust, holiness, and the Spirit shape our daily walk of faith.

All of God's creation will praise Him. Everything that has breath will cry out. They will praise Him for His power, His glory, and His provision. Creation knows that the God of the universe cares for it. Do we? The book of Psalms ends with this verse: " Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! " God is sovereign over all living things. In their own way, the animals praise and obey the Lord. What does the Bible have to say about the animals and their response to G

Rules, rules and more rules. Christianity is often seen as just a series of boxes to check. Things to do and things not to do. In response to this, many churches have emerged that condemn rules. These churches preach only about love, forgiveness, not judging others and all the benefits that being a Christian can bring. They promote a 'Santa Claus' view of God, where He's only there to provide the things we want. Legalism or compromise - both views miss the mark. The Hard

What is the foundation of your life? The Bible tells us that a wise man builds his house on solid rock while a foolish man builds his...

Imagine attending a sermon that begins with the statement, "To follow Jesus means you have to take a lethal injection." This shocking imagery serves to illustrate a profound truth. When Jesus said, " Take up your cross and follow Me, "(Matthew 16:24) He didn't mean that you should bear the burdens of life until He calls you home. His audience would have known that the cross was a method of execution, just like a lethal injection would be today. What He meant is that you must

As Christians, we are called to be living sacrifices, consumed and empowered by the fire of the Holy Spirit. This fire purifies, sanctifies, and equips us to live boldly, serve others, and fan into flame the gifts God has given us. When we cooperate with the Spirit, our lives become a powerful witness, reflecting Christ’s love and strength to the world.

As a child I sang the old hymn “Make Me a Channel of Blessing.” Instead of always asking God to bless us, what if we prayed, “Make me a channel of blessing to others”? The living water Jesus promised in John 7:38 is the Holy Spirit — not given so we can keep Him to ourselves, but so we can bless others. God blesses us so we can be a blessing (Genesis 12:2). The Holy Spirit empowers us to serve, show His love, and draw people to Christ. Let the rivers flow through you today.

What if the people you think are farthest from God are actually closer than you are? Jesus said tax collectors and harlots entered before the religious. Why? Because they repented. This passage exposes the danger of self-righteousness and reminds us that true righteousness comes from a changed heart, not just saying the right words.

God equips us with all we need to live faithfully, but diligence is key. A diligent Christian grows in virtue, knowledge, and love, bears fruit, and endures trials. Like a grateful student striving to honor a benefactor, we pursue holiness, relying on the Holy Spirit, so that one day we enter God’s everlasting kingdom with joy and reward.

Esau traded a God-given birthright for a momentary craving—and lost an eternal inheritance. Scripture warns us not to treat holy things as common. As believers, we are coheirs with Christ, given a living hope bought by His sacrifice. Don’t live for the moment. Treasure the inheritance that never fades and guard it with faith and repentance.

Can Christians still sin? 1 John teaches that while believers stumble, true Christians don’t live in ongoing, unrepentant sin. God’s Spirit makes us new creations, helping us fight sin and grow in righteousness. Our faith is shown in love and obedience, reflecting Christ in our daily lives. Habitual sin reveals a need for self-examination, not doubt in grace.

The parable of the wedding feast reminds us that God invites many, but entrance requires the right garment. Christ offers His righteousness freely, yet it must be received and worn. We can come as we are, but we cannot remain unchanged. Salvation brings transformation, not just attendance at the feast.

What does God expect from His people? Scripture gives a clear answer: act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with Him. Through Haggai’s warning and Christ’s teaching, we see that delayed obedience brings loss, but faithful obedience brings blessing. Are we putting God first or building our own lives ahead of His will?

Have you ever had the experience of being somewhere very different, very strange. Someplace where you just simply didn't fit in? Maybe...

Legalism. This word is defined by dictionary.com as dependence on moral law rather than on personal religious faith. When you stress...

The Apostle Peter was convinced that the end of the world was close at hand (1 Peter 4:7). This belief was also seen in James 5:7-8 and 1...

We don't have to do life alone. Our lives are a work in progress. We progress towards becoming more like Christ. Like the child...

Jesus, though fully God, humbled Himself in perfect obedience—even to death on a cross. Because He humbled Himself, God exalted Him above all. As believers, we are called to have the same mind: humility, obedience, and dependence on the Holy Spirit. It’s not by our strength, but by His Spirit that we live out God’s will and reflect Christ to the world.

Gideon was a judge of Israel from the tribe of Manasseh, the youngest of his father's children from the weakest tribe, but called by God...

Don't be deceived. Oh how easy it is to lie to yourself. James knows this. What a blessing to go to church and hear the Word. What a...