Faith that Finds a Home
There is something deeply moving about Paul’s description of Timothy’s spiritual story. Before Timothy ever preached a sermon, traveled on a mission...
There is something deeply moving about Paul’s description of Timothy’s spiritual story. Before Timothy ever preached a sermon, traveled on a mission...
Jesus chooses this image carefully. A gate was not decorative. It marked safety, belonging, and protection. It defined where danger ended and refuge began...
Light reveals. It guides. It comforts. But light also exposes. Jesus does not avoid that truth...
Jesus speaks these words to people who understood hunger. Bread was not a luxury. It was daily survival. You did not store it up for weeks. You trusted it would be there each day...
Jesus does not ease into this statement. He does not soften or explain it away. He speaks plainly. “Before Abraham was born, I AM.” Those listening knew exactly what He meant...
Since becoming president of Joni and Friends®, I’ve witnessed firsthand how our outreaches are so much more than just programs. For instance, at our Oregon Family Retreat...
Early Sunday morning, women went to the tomb to finalize the burial preparations of Jesus's body. Because of the Jewish Sabbath, they had been unable to complete traditional burial rituals...
Jesus and His disciples entered Jerusalem on Sunday of the last week of His earthly ministry. He entered into what we call "Passion Week" or "Holy Week" with this triumphal arrival in Jerusalem. Much would transpire between that particular Sunday and the one a week later...
In biblical times, ashes symbolized deep mourning and devastation, often reflecting the darkest chapters of life. Yet Isaiah 61:3 promises a stunning exchange—a crown of beauty for those ashes...
Self-control is the fruit that guards all the others. Without it, love can drift toward indulgence, patience can weaken under pressure, and kindness...