The second type of peace is the peace of God, which guards our hearts and minds. Philippians 4:7 says that the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard our hearts and minds in Christ Jesus. This peace is not the absence of conflict but the presence of God in our lives. It is the calm assurance that no matter what circumstances we face, God is with us and will sustain us.This pe...  Read More

We must define the win. If the win is defined by the world, such as, money, fame, numbers (alone), your sense of mission will wane with time and pressure.John 15:4,5 says, “Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that ...  Read More

The first type of peace is peace with God. Romans 5:1 tells us, “Since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Before we came to faith in Christ, we were enemies of God because of sin. But through the death of Jesus, we are reconciled to God, and there is no longer any conflict between us. This peace is the foundation of our salvation and a prec...  Read More

Jesus promises peace in the midst of tribulation. In John 16:33, He assures us that though we will face trouble in this world, we can take heart because He has overcome the world. Fear often arises from uncertainty—whether it’s fear for the future, our families, or the unknown. But Jesus offers peace that transcends these fears, anchored in the certainty of His victory.When we feel overwhelmed, we...  Read More

Now that the veil has been torn, we can approach God with boldness and confidence. Hebrews 4:16 encourages us to come to God’s throne of grace with confidence so that we may receive mercy and grace in our time of need. No longer do we need a mediator besides Jesus. He is our High Priest who intercedes for us, and through Him, we have unlimited access to God the Father.In our struggles and needs, w...  Read More

The Old Testament sacrificial system pointed to the ultimate sacrifice of Jesus. The high priest had to enter the Holy of Holies each year, offering the blood of an animal to temporarily cover sin. But this was insufficient. It was a shadow of what was to come.Jesus, the perfect Lamb of God, offered Himself as the final sacrifice for sin. His death on the cross made forgiveness of sins available t...  Read More

In the Old Testament, God's presence was symbolized by the Ark of the Covenant, located in the Holy of Holies. The Ark was hidden behind a veil that separated mankind from God. The veil represented the barrier between a holy God and sinful humanity. Only the high priest could enter the Holy of Holies once a year, sprinkling the blood of a goat to atone for the sins of the people. This process poin...  Read More

In John 16:13, Jesus promises that the Spirit of Truth will guide us into all truth. The Holy Spirit illuminates God’s Word and helps us apply it to our daily lives, bringing us peace as we walk in obedience to God’s truth.When we embrace the truth of God’s Word, we find peace. Not peace as the world defines it—based on circumstances or comfort—but peace that transcends understanding, grounded in ...  Read More

In the garden, Satan’s strategy was to first sow doubt about God’s Word. “Did God reallysay?” Then, he moved to denial, telling Eve that God didn’t mean what He said. Thisprogression is still at work today, as many deny the truth of God’s Word and seek toreplace it with their own version of reality.God’s Word stands firm, and we are called to build our lives upon it. When we deny God’sWord, we los...  Read More

After 31 years in the same church, I am often asked the secret to longevity in the ministry. There is no “magic bullet,” but I see 12 principles that are true in my life; six center around my personal life and six center around my relationships with others.Personal lifeA calling to ministryA mission within that callingA Godly definition of successA disciplined lifeA willingness to changeA security...  Read More

I was confronted with the uncomfortable reality that, if there is no God, life has no inherent meaning. Philosophers like Bertrand Russell and Nietzsche have acknowledged this— without God, life becomes a meaningless existence. But for those of us who know Christ, life is filled with purpose, meaning, and hope.Believing in God radically changes everything. It gives us a foundation for peace, becau...  Read More

When sharing the gospel, the truth can often expose deep-seated doubts. I remember a conversation with a friend who became angry when I confronted him with the reality of God's existence. Why? Because the truth was challenging his worldview. He was faced with the uncomfortable reality that without God, life has no inherent meaning.Satan’s tactics are still at work today, sowing doubt, denial, and ...  Read More