The search
The need to “belong” seems to be an inherent desire in all of us. To fulfill this need for acceptance and belonging, think of how many young people seek to be part of an... »
Volume 27.04 | April 2026
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 kingdom of God
The kingdom of God was a central theme of Jesus’ teachings throughout the Gospels, and is found in key passages, such as the Lord’s Prayer, the Last Supper, and in numero... »
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... »
Eternal dividends
When you invest in the kingdom of God, you are making an investment that will last for eternity. Everyone who invests their time, resources, and skills to further My king... »