“Therefore we also have as our ambition, whether at home or absent, to be pleasing to Him.” 2 Corinthians 5:9   Why do so many people struggle to find purpose? Well, our sense of purpose is tied to our ambitions. According to the apostle Paul, the ambition of a Christian[...]

“You have left your first love” Revelation 2:4   The early days of being a Christian are exciting. You’re eager to read the Bible, fellowship with other believers, and serve at church. But that passion and enthusiasm can cool down over time. Like the church at Ephesus, you can leave[...]

“But Moses said to God, ‘Who am I, that I should go to Pharaoh, and that I should bring the sons of Israel out of Egypt?’” Exodus 3:11   Every Christian is called to serve God in some way. But like Moses, we tend to get caught up in our[...]

“And behold, you will conceive in your womb and bear a son, and you shall name Him Jesus.” Luke 1:31   God sent Gabriel to the virgin Mary to prepare her for what He was about to do. This young Jewish woman was full of plans for her future as Joseph’s[...]

“I am your servant; give me discernment that I may understand your statutes.” Psalm 119:125 (NIV)   Are you serving God or are you expecting God to serve you? Before giving a quick answer, let’s take a moment to consider what it really means to serve God. It’s not simply[...]

“Jude, a bond-servant of Jesus Christ, and brother of James, To those who are the called, beloved in God the Father, and kept for Jesus Christ” Jude 1   We live in skeptical times. So many claims have proven to be untrue that we now question almost everything we hear,[...]

“David said to Saul, ‘Let no man’s heart fail on account of him; your servant will go and fight with this Philistine.’” 1 Samuel 17:32   Believers often see things within their church or community and think, “Someone should do something about that.” Well, God might want you to be[...]