How do I handle events outside of my control? This is a question I honestly have given much extended thought. I was taught that “I am the master of my fate, I am the captain of my soul” (Invictus by Henley). Taught that I had the power to change the…

“The Day of the Lord” can either be positive or negative depending on what side of history you are on. — Unfortunately, many who claim to follow Jesus and boast about being “Bible-believing” Christians do not live a life of justice, righteousness, and love of neighbor. And sadly, the people of God have fallen to this pattern before — and God sent the prophets. Amos was one of those prophets. Amos…

The Christian life must recognize this deep connection between true worship and right ethical actions in the world. They cannot be separated. — Unfortunately, many who claim to follow Jesus and boast about being “Bible-believing” Christians do not live a life of justice, righteousness, and love of neighbor. And sadly, the people of God have fallen to this pattern before — and God sent the prophets. Amos was one of those prophets.

True Worship of the living God should always lead to a life of justice, righteousness, and love of neighbor. — Unfortunately, many who claim to follow Jesus and boast about being “Bible-believing” Christians do not live a life of justice, righteousness, and love of neighbor. And sadly, the people of God have fallen to this pattern before — and God sent the prophets. Amos was one of those prophets.

How to be Sustained in the Darkest Hour — The Apostle Paul knew the darkness. As he wrote the letter to the Philippians church, he was in prison, unsure if he would live or die. And yet, amid darkness and the unknown, Paul was sustained. He wasn’t unrealistically optimistic, nor was he sunken in despair. He was content. Throughout…

How to be Sustained in the Darkest Hour — The Apostle Paul knew the darkness. As he wrote the letter to the Philippians church, he was in prison, unsure if he would live or die. And yet, amid darkness and the unknown, Paul was sustained. He wasn't unrealistically optimistic, nor was he sunken in despair. He was content. Throughout…

How to be Sustained in the Darkest Hour — The Apostle Paul knew the darkness. As he wrote the letter to the Philippians church, he was in prison, unsure if he would live or die. And yet, amid darkness and the unknown, Paul was sustained. He wasn’t unrealistically optimistic, nor was he sunken in despair. He was content. Throughout…

How to be Sustained in the Darkest Hour — The Apostle Paul knew the darkness. As he wrote the letter to the Philippians church, he was in prison, unsure if he would live or die. And yet, amid darkness and the unknown, Paul was sustained. He wasn’t unrealistically optimistic, nor was he sunken in despair. He was content. Throughout…

How to be Sustained in the Darkest Hour — The Apostle Paul knew the darkness. As he wrote the letter to the Philippians church, he was in prison, unsure if he would live or die. And yet, amid darkness and the unknown, Paul was sustained. He wasn't unrealistically optimistic, nor was he sunken in despair. He was content. Throughout…