In the pages of Scripture, we find a recurring theme of mentorship, discipleship, and generational blessing, passed down from father to son and mentor to disciple. This design is not merely a cultural remnant of ancient Israel but a divine strategy for advancing God’s Kingdom on earth. The role of spiritual fathers—those seasoned in the faith, tested by trials, and shaped by God’s hand—is vital in...

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. 2 He makes me lie down in green pastures. He leads me beside still waters. 3 He restores my soul. He leads me in paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. 4 Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. 5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of ...

As we close one year and begin a new one, let us rejoice in the good and not-so-good of the past. Let us know that, as Christians, everything works for our good no matter how painful. And as we look to the future, may we do so from a place of strength and optimism anticipating the good work of our God continuing in our lives.This was the message of the Apostle Paul so often in his writings to the ...

The book of Ephesians, written by the Apostle Paul and under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, touches on the beautiful and spiritual force of grace in the life of the saved.Paul makes it crystal clear that the gospel, which is activated in a believer’s life by grace through faith, empowers our relationship with God and produces the glory of God through a transformed life. A transformed life is ...

I am convinced that most believers are very undisciplined in their spiritual lives. Because of our freedom in Christ and our focus on grace, we tend to live our lives randomly. Our prayers are as needed. Our Bible time is occasional. Our church attendance is sporadic. Our service is seldom. There needs to be a heavy emphasis on obedience, discipline, faithfulness, and persistence.We are too busy a...