READ GENESIS 1:29-31When was the last time something grabbed your attention? Maybe it was a kid yelling your name from the other room in that precise panic-inducing pitch. Maybe it was a stunning sunr...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:28In Genesis 1:28, God gave Adam and Eve a clear purpose and picture of what their role would be in the world. First, they were called to be fruitful and multiply together. As image bea...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:26-27These verses are so familiar to us that we often just scan over them, without thinking deeply about the impact of what’s happening. God had already created the heavens and the eart...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:24 – 25Have you ever felt like you were in a season of waiting for God to change your circumstances? Maybe you were waiting for God to bring along that new job or a promotion because yo...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:20–23Living in the Colorado Mountains was an unforgettable experience. The quiet majesty of the peaks, the streams teeming with fish, and the birds soaring high above the valleys made m...  Read More

The first chapters of the Bible are filled with profound theological foundations that help undergird our biblical worldview. These chapters show us how magnificent, creative, personal, and awesome our...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:14-19Have you ever allowed yourself to be silenced by the vastness of the universe? Have you ever wrestled with the mind-blowing truth that the brilliant, creative, all-powerful Creator...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:9-13 My kids wake up every morning to the sounds of me and Christina laying the foundation of the day.  I’m usually making breakfast. Christina is often putting the finishing touches on...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:6-8Growing up I remember taking swimming lessons. I was late to the game and did not learn to swim as early as many of my friends did. The reason was simple; my mom was terrified of the...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:3-5Have you ever paused to reflect on the power of light? Beyond simply illuminating the world, natural light plays a vital role in our well-being. It helps our bodies produce Vitamin D...  Read More

READ GENESIS 1:1–2Genesis 1:1 is deceptively simple, yet it is perhaps the most profound sentence in all of the Bible. In the following verses, we learn that God spoke all of creation into existence –...  Read More

Dedication is inspiring. Seeing dedicated athletes, entrepreneurs, missionaries, etc, inspires us. They show us the power of unwavering commitment, relentless persistence, tenacity in adversity, and a...  Read More

Sometimes, being generous is difficult, especially when we’re concerned about our economy! But we can find encouragement from the early church. Many new believers in the first century faced incredible...  Read More

READ: John 15:13I love history. Specifically, I enjoy learning about the kinds of men and women willing to stand up for good, even to the point of death. You feel the weight of their service when you ...  Read More

READ: Hebrews 12:1-2, Matthew 26:36-39My grandfather was the epitome of a hard worker. I am sure we all have examples of someone who works hard, is committed to the process, and eventually becomes a m...  Read More

READ: Luke 14:26Sara and I recently welcomed our fourth child. I cannot think of a better picture of dedication than a mother with a newborn. Her commitment and self-sacrifice to the survival and grow...  Read More

READ: Philippians 3:7-8, Romans 12:1Have you ever wondered if someone will follow through with a promise? You’d probably feel more confident knowing they have “skin in the game”. This simple phrase me...  Read More

READ: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27I grew up playing several sports, and with three siblings who also played sports, we were always on a court, in a pool, or at a field. We enjoyed the bright lights of the bi...  Read More

We all hunger for encouragement and affirmation. In a life that is full of trouble, difficulty, and disappointment it is nice to have people in your corner. People who cheer you along and call to you ...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13A common perception is that the benefit of generosity is exclusively directed towards the receiver of the act. It is often viewed as an exchange between a giver and receiver, with the...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13We've developed a mindset of generosity, learned to steward what we have, and have prepared ourselves to be generous. What do we do now?Find opportunities to bless others, of course!U...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13Growing up, I had little money. There was always a strong temptation to hold tight to everything I had and keep it from others. I lived paycheck to paycheck, prioritizing my own needs...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13After developing a mindset of generosity, we must acknowledge our responsibility to steward God's blessings. Webster's Dictionary defines stewardship as "The careful and responsible m...  Read More

READ: John 6:1-13When reading these verses, the focus is often on the miracle performed by Jesus, demonstrating His supernatural power and ability to meet people's physical needs. The boy's generosity...  Read More