Resting in What God Has Done and Trusting Him for What Lies Ahead There is a quiet freedom that comes when we truly understand grace. Not the kind of grace we talk about casually or quote from memory, but the kind that settles deep into the heart and changes the way we live. Grace reminds […]
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Fixing Our Eyes On Jesus In 2026 A new year always carries with it a certain kind of anticipation. Even before the clock strikes midnight, something stirs within us—a longing for change, for progress, for refreshment of the heart. We begin looking forward to what could be, imagining what might unfold, and making lists of
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Peace is one of the most beautiful gifts God offers His children, yet it is often one of the hardest to maintain. In a world filled with quick reactions, misunderstandings, and deeply rooted tensions, God calls believers to walk a more excellent way. Romans 12:18 reminds us, “If possible, so far as it depends on
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We trust Jesus Christ through a living relationship (2 Timothy 2:19). After salvation, we become God’s saints, though imperfect. Through God’s grace, we are righteous. We are saved by trusting in Jesus. As a young Christian, it was difficult to trust God in every area of my life. My finances, family, relationships, and secrets—although God
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One early Sunday morning, I was getting dressed for church. I noticed the lovely blue dress that fitted perfectly was tighter than usual. As I looked in my mirror, I could see rolls of fat showing around my belly and hips. I grasped a deep breath. “It’s on again,” I thought. Those unwanted pounds are
Black darkness covered the sky, and there was no light to be seen. Before sunset, I heard a weird sound. An unexpected noise emerged, like a rumbling and hissing. I thought, “What is that?” I investigated further to resolve any curiosity. It wasn’t the sound of thunder or a warning of a slimy, deadly snake
Hurry… Hurry… Hurry… another day of pressing tasks on my calendar. I feel rushed to finish this chore and move on. The day passes swiftly; there is no time to waste. As I grow older, life seems busier, even after retirement. I haven’t learned to stop, take a breath, relax, and rewind. Discipline is the
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The aroma fills the air. Mouth-watering juicy steaks are cooking on a gas grill outside in my backyard. My family enjoys time together during the summer weather, cooking outdoors. Unfortunately, we were unaware of spectators during our cookout. The birds perch on the grass in my backyard and use their sharp beaks to dig up
People say it’s the unknown that worries me, not what I know. These preconceived notions reflect their thoughts about the future. They have uncertainties, fears, and even anxieties. I’d admit I’ve struggled with the same thought patterns and unsettled feelings. If I knew what I’d face tomorrow, then I could be prepared to accept whatever
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Courage is about bravery. I admire Daniel for his bravery as one of my favorite characters in the Old Testament. Let’s review his story. DANIEL Daniel, a young teenager, was among the exiles taken to Babylon from his homeland (2 Kings 23:36–24:2). In a foreign country, Daniel couldn’t worship his God, Jehovah. He would face