Are you willing to face persecution for your faith?
If so, do you think you would be able to stand strong in the face of persecution for the sake of Christ? That’s a big question. Truthfully, we don’t really…
Author: Jocelyn
Joyful… Always?
Simple. So simple. And deeply beautiful. I want to always be joyful. You want to always be joyful. …So, are you?
Simple Presence
Just as the very presence of a loved one may bring comfort, so it is with God—if we would only be…
According to Who?
Paul the missionary writes this as he ends off a letter to His faithful financial supporters. He has asked them to continue their support. But at no point does Paul plead, beg, guilt, shame or attempt to evoke pity. He explains…
(No) “Small Thing”
This is the outpouring of David’s heart in the face of God’s generous blessing to a man who was once a lowly shepherd boy. He says to God, “Who am I, O Lord GOD, and what is my …
Eiréné-Maker
Reflection on Matthew 5:9 “Peacemaker”… a maker of peace. A peaceful person. Perhaps you see where I’m going here: have … More
In the Gap
What happens in the gap between lament and praise?
Give: How-To
“Each of you should give…” Give what? Is this just referring to money? I would suggest…
A Comprehensive Beatitude
Jesus is telling us just what type of people God blesses and are blessed [happy]. We’re probably so familiar with this verse that we missed something particularly important: Jesus is speaking about the…
Zechariah 14:9 “The Lord will be king over the whole earth. On that day there will be one Lord, and … More