Life has a way of building certain characteristics within us. Resilience, determination, grit, and perseverance are just a few that come to mind when I think about personal characteristics that have been
Imagine if, when you first started dating someone, you could visit a website and download a manual about them. As crazy as that sounds, it’s not impossible to envision, as AI increasingly
Have you ever struggled to trust God the same way you’ve struggled to trust people? Have you lacked confidence to trust God in difficult times because the people who promised you the
It’s incredibly disorienting to realize that much of what you “knew” about your faith was wrong. This was my experience over fifteen years ago, and I still don’t feel as though I’ve
Hamartiology is not a word I knew before I entered seminary. If it’s a brand-new word to you, you’re in good company. The seemingly endless list of “ology” words can be intimidating.
When you hear the name Jezebel, what comes to mind? For many, the name stirs up thoughts of manipulation, seduction, spiritual rebellion, or destruction. Jezebel is one of the most infamous women
It may look different for each of us, but the reality is we’ve all had seasons of our lives when we’ve felt discouraged and defeated. Seasons when we’ve desperately needed strength outside
Have you ever wanted to read the Bible but felt overwhelmed by where to begin? You’re not alone. Many women desire a deeper relationship with God but struggle with where to start
The Samaritan woman at the well appears in just one passage in one of the Gospels (John 4:1–42), and yet her presence echoes through centuries as she is preached from pulpits and
I’ve often wondered what it takes to be considered courageous. Does it take a bold step of faith? An act of fearless love for the people around you? A lifetime of faithfulness
Have you ever posed someone an either-or question only to have them answer “yes”? Imagine asking, “Would you like pie or cake?” and hearing a happy response of, “Yes!” Or perhaps you
Bold. The word crackles with electricity, doesn’t it? For some, the word brings to mind children with cardboard swords and fire in their eyes, transforming a living room into a battlefield where
