The power of our thoughts
I remember, when I was a child, watching a movie about Martians that were invading Earth. I was greatly impacted and began to see Martians inside my closet and other plac... »
Personal Accounts
The victory that overcomes
Jesus told His disciples, “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the wor... »
Just hold my hand
Twenty years ago, I was in a car accident. Thankfully, it wasn’t too serious, but somehow it left quite a scar on me. I became afraid to travel by car, especially on high... »
Finding peace in an anxious world
A lot is happening in today’s world. From one crisis to the next—wars, natural disasters, and the rise of AI reshaping the job market—the news often leaves us feeling anx... »
What makes the “kingdom of heaven” heavenly?
What would the perfect neighborhood or city look like? Perhaps it would have mansions lining the streets and parks on every corner. There would be no traffic jams, many b... »
The transformation
Romans 12:2 says, “Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will... »
Applying scripture
The Bible is full of treasures, and scripture can be likened in a way to a jewel with many aspects. When viewing a jewel from different angles, with light shining from di... »
Where’s the taxi?
The other day, my wife and I were on the last leg of our journey home. It was too late to take a bus, so we knew the only option was to get a taxi. But the area where we... »
Communication with God
Can you imagine really caring about someone—your spouse, your child, your best friend—and never talking with him or her? Of course not. Love is built on communication and... »
Salvation for a swindler
Zacchaeus, the main character in this story, was quite an infamous guy, especially when contrasted with the many religious figures who walked the streets of Jericho, whic... »
Easter resurrection plants
I get wowed almost every day by some amazing aspect of God’s creation! Today, it was the resurrection plant, so named because, though it appears to be dead, it is simply... »
Ultimate sacrifice, ultimate love
When I think of God’s unspeakable love toward us, it’s absolutely mind-boggling! Jesus left His heavenly home to come to earth to suffer and die for us. After His betraya... »
Still waters
Have you ever walked by a lake that was so still you could see the reflection of the surrounding mountains and trees on its surface? It’s one of the most beautiful and pe... »