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Why Jesus Hid His Face
One question often lingers in the Emmaus story:Why did Jesus keep them from recognizing Him? He could have ended their sadness instantlyjust by saying, "It's Me." But He didn't. Instead, their eyes we...
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One question often lingers in the Emmaus story:Why did Jesus keep them from recognizing Him? He could have ended their sadness instantlyjust by saying, "It's Me." But He didn't. Instead, their eyes we...
God is not mad; He seeks to save, bless, and give abundant life. If you imagine God frustrated, disappointed, or perpetually tired of you, you'll never feel safe enough to draw close. But Jesus correc...
There was a man who crossed the ocean eating crackers in the lower deck because he didn't know the meals were included in his ticket.The food was his all along - he just didn't know it. Many believers...
We often think of grace as a historical event or a static account balance we draw from. But Scripture paints a much more dynamic picture. The Apostle Peter tells us to rest our hope fully upon the gra...
Jesus could have done anything on resurrection day.He chose to walk with two discouraged menand give them a Bible study. But not just any study: "He expounded to them in all the Scriptures the things...
There is a profound difference between a requirement and a response. In Luke 18, a rich young ruler comes to Jesus. He is moral, upright, and anxious. He asks, "What must I do to inherit eternal life?...
Many live as though God is still evaluating them,waiting for improvement,measuring their performance. But Scripture states something far stronger: "We have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ...
Lust; it makes people objectified and empty. Lust always takes more than it gives.It promises satisfaction, but delivers emptiness.It offers excitement, but leaves a hollow echo. Scripture names the p...
Arguments about doctrine rarely change people.But a changed life does. When Jesus healed the blind man, the Pharisees debated.The man didn't. "One thing I know: that though I was blind, now I see."Joh...
Emotions change.God doesn't. Some days you feel close.Some days you feel far.But the truth remains the same: "Having been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ."Roma...
There is a pervasive lie that many of us believe: We think God is only close to us when we are strong. We imagine that when we are full of faith, shouting victory, and moving mountains, God is right t...
We're taught to start by trying harder-fix yourself, improve yourself, prove yourself. But Scripture reverses the order. Before Paul ever tells believers to walk, he tells them: "He raised us up toget...
We know God is holy.We know He is righteous.But the bible wants to show something more than that. "God is love."1 John 4:8 Love isn't God's mood.It's Him. And love always moves toward people.Love give...
Broken marriages don't break in one moment - they erode slowly.A sharp word here.A cold silence there.A distance that becomes normal. Then something happens that feels final.Trust collapses.One heart...
During Nehemiah's rebuilding of Jerusalem, The bible highlighted a gate - the Sheep Gate - and the names connected to it. "Then Eliashib the high priest rose up... and built the Sheep Gate."Nehemiah 3...
There's a passage in Scripture where God speaks directly to leaders.It's not gentle.It's not vague.It's painfully clear: "The weak you have not strengthened, nor have you healed those who were sick."E...
God rested on the seventh day not because He was tired, but because nothing was left unfinished. Genesis says: "God ended His work... and rested."(Genesis 2:2-3) And in Hebrews: "The works were finish...
Scripture constantly tells us not to fear.But it also tells us something surprising: there is one fear that is holy. Hebrews says: "Let us therefore fear lest any of you come short of His rest."(Hebre...
When Israel entered a place called Rephidim - "resting places" - Amalek came and attacked (Exodus 17:8). The name Amalek comes from a root word amal עמל meaning toil, weariness, painful labor. The bat...
God's supply is constant, like oil flowing freely. Jesus said: "Do not worry... your heavenly Father knows."(Matthew 6:31-32, NKJV) In the book of Peter it says: "Casting all your care upon Him, for H...