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The Book That Reads You Why Scripture is living, sufficient, and meant to be understood—not merely admired You can own a Bible and never meet the God who speaks in it. You can underline verses, collect study notes, admire the poetry of the psalms, and still walk away unchanged. That is not a modern problem. James already knew men who looked into the Word the way a man looks into a mirror and then forgets his own face. The tragedy is not ignorance. The tragedy is admiration wi

As we discovered with joy, peace, and patience; kindness as a fruit of the Holy Spirit goes beyond wishing good blessings on others. It’s more than an empty “how are you” and walking on by.

So many people ask me, "How can you not stress?" The truth is, most of us have lived a life filled with stress for most of our years. I was one of them. Eventually, I came to realize that my health is paying the price. Stress over financial abilities, careers and purpose . What will people think? We often say, "I gave it to Jesus." But did we really? Giving it to Jesus is more than words. It's a daily decision. It's choosing to trust Him when fear knocks at the door. It's

2 Corinthians 10:3-6 (CSB): “For although we live in the flesh, we do not wage war according to the flesh, since the weapons of our warfare are not of the flesh, but are powerful through God for the demolition of strongholds. We demolish arguments and every proud thing that is raised up against the knowledge of God, and we take every thought captive to obey Christ. And we are ready to punish any disobedience, once your obedience is complete.” Jesus Christ came to set us free.

“Turn away from evil and do good; seek peace and pursue it.” — Psalm 34:14 (ESV) Psalm 34 is David’s testimony after God delivered him from danger. In verse 14, he gives practical wisdom for living under God’s blessing: actively reject evil, choose good, and chase after peace with determination. This isn’t passive advice. “Turn away” implies decisive action. “Do good” calls for initiative. “Seek peace and pursue it” demands effort — like hunting something valuable. For men in

Matthew 4:4 (ESV) "But he answered, 'It is written, "Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from the mouth of God."'" In soccer, fueling your body is essential. Carbs for energy, protein for recovery, hydration to stay sharp. You train hard, eat right, and push limits to perform at your best. But Jesus reminds us there's a deeper hunger. During His wilderness temptation, Satan urged Him to turn stones into bread. Jesus responded with Scripture, declar

I cringed as I watched the young fathers fully engage with their children during the video shown on Father’s Day this year. Before beginning his sermon, Pastor played a short video highlighting dads for Father’s Day. Kindness. Understanding. Teaching. Togetherness. The words were in your face as they took flight across the screen. But I could not relate. I remember none of those things in my father as a young girl. Don’t misunderstand. My dad was not abusive. Not verbally or

“Oh give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for his steadfast love endures forever!” — 1 Chronicles 16:34 (ESV) David penned these words during a high point of celebration. The ark of the covenant had finally found its place, and the people of God were rejoicing. Yet this wasn’t empty praise — it was rooted in a lifetime of seeing God’s faithfulness through battles, failures, and victories. In the middle of real life, David calls God’s people to remember two unshakable truth

Each petal of a flower is an invitation to hope. It gently whispers for us to pause, behold the beauty before us, and breathe in the sweet fragrance God so lovingly created. Yet so many walk by without ever noticing. Sadly, many of the flowers we receive have been artificially preserved. Though they may still appear beautiful, they have lost the fragrance and life that once made them unique. Life can become that way as well. We can spend so much of our lives trying to become

In my excitement to begin the plan, God has placed in front of me; I find myself struggling without clear timelines. To finally start the next chapter… I want to just skim over end of this one. I find myself eagerly imagining what starting fresh in the next community might be or anticipating the next dwelling. Why? The music has started to change. It’s getting more suspenseful like in the old mystery tv series when something bad is about to happen. What felt like home fee

Today’s Adventure Libby skipped along the dusty road beside Jesus, her blond hair bouncing in the breeze and her hazel eyes full of curiosity. Gigi, the cheerful 3-year-old black-and-white English bulldog, trotted right beside them, sniffing everything interesting. They had just finished listening to Jesus teach the big crowd. As they walked, Jesus picked up a small handful of salt from a traveler’s bag and showed it to Libby and Gigi. “Salt is very good,” Jesus said. “It mak

Matthew 19:26 (ESV) "But Jesus looked at them and said, 'With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.'" Every athlete knows the feeling of standing on the starting block facing what seems impossible. The time on the board looks unreachable. The competitor in the next lane just dropped a personal best. Your body is tired from yesterday’s training. In that moment, human effort alone feels completely inadequate. We train, sacrifice, and push—but some barrie

Luke 9:24 (NIV) "For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will save it." Paul gripped the mat, sweat stinging his eyes, the roar of the crowd fading into a distant hum. As a standout college wrestler in the 165-pound class, he had poured everything into this season. Early mornings in the weight room, strict diets, brutal practices—Paul was determined to save his life, to seize the national title, the scholarship renewal, and the f

Galatians 5:13 (NIV) "You, my brothers and sisters, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the flesh; rather, serve one another humbly in love." Seven-year-old Elizabeth sprinted down the soccer field, the ball at her feet. Her team trailed 2-1 with minutes left. She had beaten two defenders and had a clear lane to tie the game—the hero moment every young player dreams about. But her dad’s words from breakfast that morning kept echoing: “You were calle

Today’s Adventure Libby’s blond hair bounced as she walked excitedly beside Jesus. Her hazel eyes sparkled with wonder. Gigi, the happy 3-year-old black-and-white English bulldog, trotted along with her tongue out, wagging her whole body. They were invited to a big wedding feast! Tables were filled with delicious food, and many important people were there. Everyone wanted to sit in the best seats near the front. Libby watched as some guests rushed to grab the places of honor.

Remember playing Tag, You’re It as a child? We ran around, full of laughter, waiting for the next adventure and wondering who would be "it" next. Our stomachs ached from that pure, joyful laughter, the kind that lifts your spirit and never feels heavy or gloomy. It all felt so natural then, yet now, in retrospect, almost out of reach. Looking back, that game was played on an even field. Yes, someone had to be tagged and become the next seeker, but it taught us something inval

Standing on the Eternal Rock A Devotional for Athletes • Isaiah 26:4 “Trust in the Lord forever, for the Lord, the Lord himself, is the Rock eternal.” — Isaiah 26:4 (NIV) Athletes know what it feels like when the ground shifts beneath you. One bad play, one injury, one loss, or one moment of doubt can make everything feel unstable. The crowd, the scoreboard, your stats, even your own body — none of it stays the same. But there is a foundation that never moves. Jenna’s Story J

Romans 12:12 (NIV) “Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.” Every athlete knows the grind. You show up before sunrise, push through pain, and fight for every inch on the court, field, or track. But what happens when the scoreboard doesn’t reflect your effort? When an injury sidelines you, a slump drags on, or the dream you’ve trained years for suddenly feels out of reach? Romans 12:12 gives us the game plan for those moments. It doesn’t say “be joyful w

Anxiety. Fear. Worry. Stress. It’s all around us. It swirls fast like a tornado in the busyness of life. Sometimes, I get overwhelmed when there is too much going on or too many questions asked of me without answers or solutions to be given. The source of these threats to my mental peace of mind are attacks from the adversary. [Sorry, Dorothy, but I don’t need to travel to the Emerald City in Oz to ask for help]. I know the Prince of Peace, Yeshua, the Captain of the Stor

Have you ever wished you lived in a different state or even another country? I want to share something that happened to me, and I'm sure many of you can relate. There came a time when I was so discouraged about where I lived. I found myself thinking, Things are never going to get better here. When we travel, it often seems like everyone is happier. The cost of living appears better, businesses seem to be thriving, and the economy looks stronger. I found myself wondering, Why