"Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord." - Acts 3:19     When we think about moving forward after a mistake, our first instinct is often to apologize or ask for forgiveness. And while that’s important, it’s only part of the process. There’s a big difference between saying “I’m sorry” and truly repenting. The Bible doesn’t...  Read More

"Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 3:13-14    We’ve all been there. You make a mistake, and the first thing you want is a “do-over,” to go back and undo whatever went wrong. You replay the ...  Read More

"Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? And not one of them is forgotten before God. Why, even the hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not; you are of more value than many sparrows." - Luke 12:6-7   Have you ever found yourself wondering if your problems are too small for God? Maybe you’ve thought, “God has bigger things to worry about than what I’m going through.” It’s easy to feel ins...  Read More

"Bring the full tithe into the storehouse, that there may be food in my house. And thereby put me to the test, says the Lord of hosts, if I will not open the windows of heaven for you and pour down for you a blessing until there is no more need." - Malachi 3:10    When it comes to giving to God first, we often hear the phrase “It’s a step of faith.” And while that’s true, it’s also so much more th...  Read More

"Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the firstfruits of all your produce; then your barns will be filled with plenty, and your vats will be bursting with wine." - Proverbs 3:9-10    When it comes to giving, the principle of offering God our first 10%—our "firstfruits"—is about more than just money. It’s a reflection of our faith and trust in God’s provision. Giving the first portion of what w...  Read More

"But those who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint." - Isaiah 40:31    Waiting is never easy. When we find ourselves in a season of waiting on God, it’s natural to focus on the end of the waiting period and how much longer it will last. We may become preoccupied with the timing and ...  Read More