
True leadership begins in the presence of God. Based on 1 Timothy 2:1–8, this post unpacks how prayer isn’t preparation—it’s leadership. Learn to lead with surrendered hearts, gospel-centered intercession, and holy hands. Before you lead others, kneel for them. This is prayer that shapes a generation.
Category: Biblical Studies, Character Analyses, Life Application, New Testament Teachings, Prayer Life, Spiritual Growth, Uncategorized Tags: 1 Timothy 2, bible, Biblical leadership, Faith, God, Gospel-Centered Leadership, How to Lead Spiritually, Jesus, Leadership and Prayer, Paul and Timothy, Prayer, Prayer and Influence, Praying for Leaders, Quiet Strength, Spiritual Authority
Elijah’s confrontation on Mount Carmel exemplifies unwavering faith amid cultural opposition. In 1 Kings 18, he challenges 450 false prophets to demonstrate God’s power. His story encourages Christians today to stand firm in their beliefs, rooted in truth, while being gracious, bold, and obedient, despite facing potential backlash.
Mother’s Day is a time of joy for many—but for others, it’s complicated. It stirs a deep gratitude, yes, but also grief, longing, or even questions that don’t have easy answers. In Scripture, we meet two women whose stories help us hold both ends of that emotional spectrum: Hannah, the mother of Samuel, and Mary, the mother of Jesus. These women knew the indescribable joy of receiving a child—and the unspeakable ache… Read More
Category: Family & Relationships, Life Application Tags: bible, Faith, God, Hannah, Jesus, Mary, mother, mother's, mother's day, Prayer, Trust
As I reflect on my own life, I know it hasn’t always been attractive. I know I’ve failed at times, not always prioritizing growth in my faith. I’ve ignored the wisdom and insight of those older and wiser than me because I was full of myself. I have lacked integrity, making decisions and living my life in a way that felt good in the moment. I think we have all been there, and to some degree may still find ourselves there still. Following Jesus isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress. It’s about growing in our relationship with Jesus, and allowing His transformative power to reflect through us.
The encounter between Jesus and the Woman at the well beautifully exemplifies the perfect balance of love and holiness. Jesus showed compassion, acceptance, and forgiveness while also calling her to a transformed life.
Category: Uncategorized Tags: Christian, Faith, Forgiveness, God, Grace, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Love, Sin, Truth
At that time Merodach-baladan the son of Baladan, king of Babylon, sent envoys with letters and a present to Hezekiah, for he heard that he had been sick and had recovered. And Hezekiah welcomed them gladly. And he showed them his treasure house, the silver, the gold, the spices, the precious oil, his whole armory, all that was found in his storehouses. There was nothing in his house or in all his realm that Hezekiah did… Read More
Category: Uncategorized Tags: Babylon, Consequences, Faith, God, Hezekiah, Isaiah, Pride, Priorities, Trust
I’ve been stuck reflecting on the story of Elijah in 1 Kings 17, bringing the widow’s son back to life. Elijah is one of the most prominent Prophets we encounter in Scripture, finding him referenced even in the New Testament. At one point, we learn in the New Testament that some thought Jesus was Elijah. His ministry and influence in the nation of Israel were noteworthy, to say the least. 1 Kings… Read More
Category: Uncategorized Tags: Christ, Death, Elijah, Faith, God, Jesus, New Life, Restoration, Widow
As I finished the book of Job in the Old Testament, there was a passage in Job’s confession and repentance to God that stuck out to me. “I had heard of you by the hearing of the ear, but now my eye sees you; therefore I despise myself, and repent in dust and ashes.” Job 42:5-6 Job had just finished hearing an answer from the Lord, an answer that came in a… Read More
Category: Biblical Studies, Character Analyses, Life Application, Old Testament Insights, Overcoming Trials Tags: Christian, Faith, God, Hardship, hurt, Job, Loss, Obedience, Trial, Trust
In one of Job’s late responses to his friends, he addresses the topic of wisdom. He echoes a familiar truth that meets find repeated over and over again in the book of Proverbs. “And he said to man, ‘Behold, the fear of the Lord, that is wisdom, and to turn away from evil is understanding.’” Job 28:28 When tragedy struck Job’s life, he wasn’t free from experiencing the deep hurt and pain,… Read More
Category: Biblical Studies, Character Analyses, Life Application, Old Testament Insights, Overcoming Trials Tags: Chaos, Crisis, Faith, Fear, God, Job, Proverbs, Trust, Understanding, Wisdom
Then Eliphaz the Temanite answered and said: Job 4:1 I hate it when those close to me are facing hardship. Not just because I see them suffering, but because I often find myself struggling for the right thing to say. I often feel I have to say something, that the moment requires my encouragement. When I look at the interaction of Job and his friends, I see at first what I struggle… Read More
Category: Biblical Studies, Character Analyses, Life Application, Old Testament Insights, Overcoming Trials Tags: Advice, Eliphaz, Faith, God, Hardship, Job, Rebuke, Suffering
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