Category: Scripture in Context
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When Belonging Becomes a Bargain for the Soul
“You were created to belong.” This statement reaches deeper than purpose. It speaks to origin, design, and destination. When belonging becomes a bargain for the soul, destruction ensues. Belonging begins with God Himself. God did not create out of loneliness. God exists eternally in relationship. Father, Word, and Spirit act together from the beginning. Genesis Read more
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Cut to the Heart: When Hearing Becomes Obedience
There’s a moment when hearing turns into conviction. When the Word doesn’t just speak, it cuts to the heart. That’s where faith begins and obedience is born. Faith Begins with Hearing There is a difference between hearing words and being changed by truth. You can listen to sermons, sing songs, and memorize verses, but until Read more
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Love That Conquers: The Victory of the Cross
I’ve got to admit, I’ve heard the phrase “the power of the cross” so many times, sometimes it’s hard to truly feel it, right? You hear it when assembling with believers, you see it on bumper stickers, and you pass it in the hymnal book. It’s one of those things we just kind of nod Read more
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Mounting Up with Wings: The Reward of Faith That Waits
I’ve been reflecting on waiting lately. Isaiah 40:31 (NIV) tells us, “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.” Now, I don’t know about you, but that verse is powerful. But, Read more
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When Failure Meets Mercy: The Transformative Power of God’s Love
I’ll be the first to tell you, failure is a tough pill to swallow. We don’t like to talk about it. It’s that shame that creeps in when we’ve missed the mark, fallen short. Don’t get me started on the feeling that we’ve let God down; unh unh I don’t even want to talk about Read more
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Life or Death? How to Make the Choice That Matters Most
There’s a decision every person must make that ultimately defines their eternal fate. It’s not about what you’ve achieved, who you know, or even your beliefs about life after death. The choice that matters most comes down to one question: Will you choose life or death? Many people live their lives oblivious to the gravity Read more
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Deadly Fruit, Beautiful Leaves: The Deception Jesus Warned About
I once bought a container of fresh fruit from the grocery store—perfectly arranged, vibrant, and glistening under the fluorescent lights. The grapes were firm, the strawberries deep red, the whole thing practically begging to be eaten. But when I got home and peeled back the lid, the illusion unraveled. Hidden beneath the top layer of Read more
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Fruit of the Spirit: One Root, One Fruit, Many Expressions
The Fruit of the Spirit: Clearing Up the Confusion “Fruit of the Spirit” is one of the most quoted yet commonly misunderstood concepts in Christianity. I was browsing through my Pinterest feed and came across a graphic that stopped me in my tracks-not for a good reason. It sparked my curiosity so I clicked on Read more
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The Love That Exposed My False Assurance
A Confession About False Assurance, Quiet Deception, and the Mercy of Awakening Comfortable, Blessed — and Deceived I used to believe I was going to Heaven because I knew God’s name; Jesus was real to me. I even thanked Him in prayer. And life? It wasn’t perfect, but it was good. I had provision and Read more
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Faith That Obeys: Why Belief Isn’t Enough
The Illusion of Belief Without Obedience Faith that obeys? Yea, ok. “Why do you call me ‘Lord, Lord,’ and not do what I tell you?” – Luke 6:46 (ESV) In today’s culture, belief often becomes a label worn lightly rather than a weight carried deeply. But Jesus’ question in Luke 6:46 exposes a truth many Read more