“But now thus saith the Lord that created thee… Fear not: for I have redeemed thee, I have called thee by thy name; thou art mine.” — Isaiah 43:1 (KJV) 💬 Reflection When problems persist, or maybe sickness healing feels slow or life is uncertain, it’s easy to wonder if we’ve missed something—if our prayers weren’t strong enough, our faith not deep enough. But even Paul, the great apostle who witnessed miracles, once left his friend Trophimus behind, still sick. There was no dramatic healing. Just quiet trust. This isn’t a sign of failure. It’s a reminder that God’s love is not measured by outcomes, but by presence. He doesn’t withdraw when things are hard. He draws closer. His peace doesn’t wait for perfect circumstances—it meets us in the middle of the storm. And here’s the most beautiful truth: God knows you by name. Not just your diagnosis. Not just your pain. He knows your heart, your hopes, your quiet courage. You are not a statistic or a shadow—you are His beloved child, f...

"And when they could not come nigh unto him for the press, they uncovered the roof where he was: and when they had broken it up, they let down the bed wherein the sick of the palsy lay." — Mark 2:4 The story in Mark 2 is one of the most vivid demonstrations of what daring faith looks like. Four friends, carrying a paralyzed man, arrive at a house where Jesus is teaching—only to find the crowd so thick they can’t even get through the door. Most people would have turned back. But not these men. They climbed the roof. They tore it open. They lowered their friend down into the very presence of Jesus. This is what daring faith does—it finds a way when there seems to be no way. 1. Daring Faith Is Determined: Obstacles didn’t discourage these men. The crowd wasn’t a barrier—it was a challenge. Daring faith doesn’t wait for perfect conditions. It acts boldly, even when the path is unconventional. 2. Daring Faith Is Creative: They didn’t just push harder—they thought differently. Fait...

 

Jesus said unto him, "If thou canst believe". — Mark 9:23 A certain man had a demoniac son, who was afflicted with a dumb spirit. The father, having seen the futility of the endeavours of the disciples to heal his child, had little or no faith in Christ, and therefore, when he was bidden to bring his son to him, he said to Jesus, “If thou canst do anything, have compassion on us, and help us.”  Now there was an “if” in the question, but the poor trembling father had put the “if” in the wrong place: Jesus Christ, therefore, without commanding him to retract the “if,” kindly puts it in its legitimate position. “Nay, verily,” he seemed to say, “there should be no ‘if’ about my power, nor concerning my willingness, the ‘if’ lies somewhere else.” “If thou canst believe, all things are possible to him that believeth.” The man’s trust was strengthened, he offered a humble prayer for an increase of faith, and instantly Jesus spoke the word, and the devil was cast out, with an injunct...

A vision statement is a concise, inspirational declaration that outlines what an organization ultimately aspires to become or achieve in the long term. Think of it as your North Star—it guides strategic decisions, energizes teams, and communicates your future impact to stakeholders. But what is the "vision statement" for our (Christian Lives)? As a Christian, our vision statement can serve as a powerful guide for our life, aligning our actions with our faith.  Our personal Christian vision statement can take many forms., depending on our focus.  A few examples are given here   ​ Service-Oriented ​ To humbly reflect Christ's love by serving others and working for justice, so that all may experience God's grace and goodness. This statement emphasizes living out our faith through action, focusing on both personal service and broader social issues like justice. ​ Relationship-Focused ​Another one is relationship focused.  To grow in my relationship with God and to b...

Question: Do your words stir up discord or bring peace? Scripture: “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” — Proverbs 15:1 (NIV) Fact:   "Violent language often is as deadly as a lethal weapon.” Every word we speak carries weight. It can either be a spark that ignites conflict or a balm that brings healing. In moments of tension, our instinct may be to defend, correct, or retaliate—but Scripture calls us to something higher: peace. Ask yourself: Do my words stir up discord or bring peace? Do they reflect frustration or faith? Judgment or gentleness? In the words of Tom Hanks in Life, Hope and Truth - "When I was a little boy, my mother taught me: “Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me.” I’ve thought about that many times, but it just isn’t true. As well-intentioned as the statement may be, words do hurt! Words are incredibly potent. Wise King Solomon knew that, writing, “Death and life are in the power of the tongue”...

Today's interesting post is taken from the Blog Life, Hope and Truth by Tom Clark.  It addresses a very common problem we have - taking correction, accepting it and implementing it. Problem is - most of us are averse to it , which is stupid. My thoughts are simple: If we don't know how to stand corrected and do a course correction in our life, how can we claim to learn from Jesus? And therefore, how can we even claim to be Christians?  Tom Clarks words ring true for every one of us so here it is: How do we course correct the Christian way:  "We can all think back to when we were children and were corrected by our parents—and it was never enjoyable! No matter how gentle, loving and even merciful they may have been, it still stung to be corrected. Does it get any easier to accept correction as an adult? If you can honestly answer “yes” to that question, then you are a rare individual! Most people still find it quite distasteful to be corrected, and yet virtually everyone is...

  When the Heavens Declare Gods Glory

  “The Lord trieth the righteous.” — Psalm 11:5 (KJV) Have you ever been down into the depths of loss or heartbreak, suffering or complete disaster? When the only question in your head is "why me" ? When you feel like you are being threshed literally with no escape? It can be a heartbreaking thought - "I never hurt anyone, I tried to follow our Lord, I tried to do all the right things and I never hurt anyone knowingly. Then why? Why did it have to be me?" Well, it had to be you for the very reasons you feel it should not have been: Your belief, faith & trust in the Lord. This is not a dichotomy. This is the reality of our faith. We are entrusted with a mission because God sees our strength and faith in Him & knows we can see it through with His help. Here is a lesson we can learn from wheat! Wheat, while nestled safely in its husk, is of no use to the one who planted it. Only through threshing—through the shaking, beating, and separating—does its true value...

"Worry is a conversation with self about things we cannot change. Prayer is a conversation with God about things He can change." ​Have you ever found yourself replaying a difficult conversation in your mind, agonizing over a decision you can't undo, or losing sleep over a future event that's completely out of your control? That's worry. It's a relentless loop of mental chatter, a conversation we have with ourselves about all the things we can't fix, control, or change. And it's exhausting. ​Worry drains our energy, steals our peace, and can even take a toll on our physical health. It's the enemy of rest, the opposite of trust. When we worry, we're essentially telling God, "I've got this. I'll handle it myself." We're trying to carry a weight that we were never meant to carry. We become so focused on the "what ifs" that we forget the "what is" and, more importantly, the "Who is." ​ Now, consi...