John

Sent to Compete Scripture: John 20:21 “Again Jesus said, ‘Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.’” (NIV) You lace up your cleats or sneakers, step onto the track, field, court, or mat, and feel that familiar surge of adrenaline. Every practice, every lift, every early morning run is preparation for a moment that matters. Competition reveals who you are under pressure—your discipline, resilience, focus, and heart. But what if your athletic life was mor

Jesus, Our Gate to Life There’s a small ranch outside of town where a friend of mine once worked. Every evening, he would gather the sheep and lead them into the fenced pasture. There was only one gate, and he would sit near it as the sun went down. When I asked him why he stayed there, he smiled and said, “As long as I watch this gate, nothing gets in without me knowing, and none of my sheep wander off without me seeing.” His presence brought peace—not just to the animals,

Scripture: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” — John 8:32 Devotional: Many people live under invisible chains—chains of fear, guilt, confusion, or lies. Jesus’ words in John 8:32 remind us that freedom is found not in ignorance or pretending, but in knowing the truth. A true story illustrates this beautifully: Corrie ten Boom, a Dutch Christian who helped hide Jews during World War II, survived a Nazi concentration camp. After the war, she str