DevotionalOur lives are filled with declarations of faith—statements about what we believe and who we worship. But the truest revelation of our faith isn’t found in our words but in our fears and worries. What keeps us up at night? What scenarios fill us with...
DevotionalWe humans are remarkably creative—especially when it comes to fashioning gods that suit our preferences. Unlike the ancient Israelites who carved idols from wood and stone, our modern idols are often more subtle: success, comfort, approval, control, or...
DevotionalMany of us approach our relationship with God like we’re organizing a closet—neatly placing Him in His own compartment while keeping other areas of life separate. We might give God Sunday mornings, our mealtime prayers, or moments of crisis, but keep...
DevotionalThe Ten Commandments begin with a profound statement that sets the stage for everything else: ‘You shall have no other gods before me.’ This isn’t just the first rule in a list—it’s the foundation upon which all other commandments...
DevotionalThe way we handle authority within our families has far-reaching implications for society. When we establish and maintain proper respect for parental authority, we contribute to a more stable and well-ordered community. This doesn’t require perfection...
DevotionalHonor often requires us to set aside our personal preferences to fulfill our responsibilities. This principle applies powerfully to family relationships. Maybe we’d prefer not to make that weekly phone call to check on our aging parents, or perhaps...
