Matthew 25:14–30 As Jesus approached the cross, His words became more urgent, more intentional, and more revealing. In Matthew 24–25, Jesus delivers what is often called the Olivet Discourse — His final extended teaching about His return, judgment, and the life His followers must live in the time between His departure and His coming again….
Last week, we took our daughter to get her hair done. She had a very specific hairstyle in mind — inspired by a character she loves. To her, it wasn’t just a hairstyle. It was excitement, creativity, and joy wrapped into one simple request. We went to the first hairdresser with hope. The hairdresser looked…
When God Is Forgotten — The Depth of Human Brokenness and the Need for a Righteous King.. As we come to the final chapters of Book of Judges (chapters 19–21), we encounter one of the darkest and most disturbing sections in all of Scripture. These chapters are intentionally difficult to read. They show us not…
When Everyone Does What Is Right in Their Own Eyes — False Worship and Spiritual Confusion.. As we come to Book of Judges chapters 17 and 18, we enter one of the most spiritually troubling sections of Judges. These chapters are different from earlier ones. There are no major battles, no dramatic deliverers — instead,…
Samson: When God Uses Flawed Strength to Reveal His Greater Purpose.. As we come to Book of Judges chapters 13–16, we encounter one of the most fascinating and complex figures in Scripture — Samson. His story is dramatic, powerful, and deeply tragic. Samson is a man chosen by God, empowered by the Spirit, yet repeatedly…
Jephthah: When Broken Backgrounds Meet God’s Mercy — And When Zeal Lacks Wisdom.. As we move into Book of Judges chapters 11 and 12, we encounter one of the most complex and emotionally difficult stories in Judges — the life of Jephthah. These chapters reveal: These chapters are deeply sobering. They reveal that God can use…
When Leadership Is Chosen Without God and When God’s Mercy Still Pursues His People.. As we continue into Book of Judges chapters 9 and 10, we encounter one of the darkest and most sobering sections of Judges. After the powerful victory through Gideon, we might expect Israel to remain faithful. Instead, we see how quickly…
Gideon: When God Uses Weakness to Display His Power.. As we move into Book of Judges chapters 6–8, we encounter one of the most powerful and relatable stories in Scripture — the calling of Gideon. These chapters reveal: These chapters are deeply theological and spiritually rich. They reveal both God’s grace and human weakness, and ultimately point us…
God Raises an Unexpected Leader, Fights for His People, and Calls Us to Courageous Faith.. As we move into Book of Judges chapters 4 and 5, we encounter one of the most remarkable stories in the Old Testament — the leadership of Deborah. These chapters not only describe a military victory but reveal profound truths…