Most of our disappointments in the pursuit of love come from the quest itself. We elevate love, marriage, bff’s to believing the perfect mate or perfect friend will satisfy us, even complete us. But our mates and friends actually prove to be imperfect, even selfish!! And then the turbulent wave crashes our hopes,…
Samson, known for his immense physical strength, teaches us a powerful lesson: without God, even the strongest are weak. This reflection on Samson’s life, drawn from Judges 13-16, shows that true strength lies in our relationship with God. Although Samson was unique—set apart by a Nazarite vow and filled with the Spirit—his downfall came when…
What does it really mean to “Be strong and courageous” as Christians today? This week, we’ll dive deep into the ancient world of Joshua, Judges, and 1 Samuel to explore the incredible value placed on courage in the face of overwhelming odds. Through the lens of ancient warfare, we’ll unpack rarely preached texts that reveal…
We explored Deuteronomy 11 through two perspectives: Moses’ speech to the Israelites on the verge of entering the Promised Land, and King Josiah’s rediscovery of the Deuteronomy text during a period of spiritual decline in Judah. Just as Moses’ words prepared the Israelites for their battle to claim the Promised Land, centuries later, these same words fuelled Josiah’s reform efforts.
