Trials

Trials

Hope In A Broken World – Romans 8:18-25

February 17, 2026

Every day we are faced with the uncertainty of life. Every time we turn on the news, there is some crisis or tragedy or conflict that we must process. We go to work and struggle with that one team member that is underperforming and blaming others for the shortfall. We had yet another argument with… Read More »

We’re In A Spiritual Battle – Ephesians 6:10-12

February 9, 2026

Spiritual warfare in the Bible is the ongoing, invisible conflict between the kingdom of God and the forces of darkness. As believers, we are called to resist evil using divine tools rather than physical weapons.         views:

Is God Punishing Me? – John 9:1-3

February 2, 2026

When things go wrong in our life, we can sometimes be prone to ask, “Is God punishing me?” The short answer is “probably not.” God is kind, compassionate and patient with us. However, as a loving Father, he does allow us to experience the consequences of our choices.

God, What Are You Doing? – Jeremiah 29:11

January 26, 2026

We all make plans. Plans for our greater future like going to college, getting a job or planning for our eventual retirement. More often, our plans are more simple: to finish a project, what to have for dinner, or to hang out with friends this weekend. But what happens when our plans for ourselves don’t… Read More »

God Chose The Weak – 1 Corinthians 1:27-29

December 22, 2025

When we compare ourselves to others, we sometimes conclude that we don’t have the right gifts, talents or resources to be use of God. However, God consistently demonstrates that he prefers to use ordinary people to accomplish his work in the world. Joseph and Mary, the one’s God chose to parent his Son, are powerful… Read More »

Where Is God When Bad Things Happen – Romans 15:20-24

December 8, 2025

Why do bad things happen to good people? When hardship enters our life, we often conclude, in our frustration, that God has abandoned us or that he somehow is not concerned about our welfare. Paul’s life is a testimony to God’s providence, even when we experience painful setbacks.

The Ambition Of The Gospel – Romans 15:14-21

December 1, 2025

At the end of Paul’s letter to the Romans, he turns to personal remarks about their competence as a healthy church, his calling and credentials, and his desire to visit them to create a partnership in which they will be mutually encouraged.

Navigating Grief Through The Holidays

November 17, 2025

Though we do not always enjoy talking about it, pain associated with loss is a common experience of our human condition. The holidays of Thanksgiving and Christmas, though primarily about gratitude and hope, can often cause some of these painful memories and emotions to come to the surface. How do we navigate these difficult feelings?… Read More »

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