Memento Mori: Embracing the Power of Living with Eternity in Mind
“So teach us to number our days that we may get a heart of wisdom.” — Psalm 90:12 (ESV) The ancient saints whispered memento mori—“remember you must die”—not as a cold reminder of mortality, but as a warm invitation to live rightly. For the world, the thought of death provokes fear and uncertainty. But for […]
Zoe: Experiencing Abundant Life in Christ
“Simon Peter answered him, ‘Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life (zoe).’” — John 6:68 (ESV) The Question That Changes Everything “Lord, to whom shall we go?” These words from Peter strike deep because they capture a truth I’ve come to live by. In a world offering […]
The First Light and the Last Dawn
Before the world had form, before time had weight, before the first breath of wind stirred across an empty deep—God was. No beginning, no becoming, no moment when He was not. And then, with a word, the darkness shattered. “In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.” I read these words and […]
From Darkness to Light: The Redeeming Grace of God in My Life”
I hated the world. I hated nearly everyone in it. Life had been nothing but disappointment, betrayal, and suffering. I saw no light, no meaning, no reason to believe in anything good. Hope was a word for other people, for fools who hadn’t yet been crushed by reality. I was beyond saving—too broken, too bitter, […]
The Lord Rejoices Over You: A Devotion on Zephaniah 3:17
“The LORD your God is in your midst, a mighty one who will save; he will rejoice over you with gladness; he will quiet you by his love; he will exult over you with loud singing.” — Zephaniah 3:17 (ESV) The God Who Dwells Among Us The book of Zephaniah unfolds in a […]
A Friend Who Loves at All Times
A Devotional on Proverbs 17:17 “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.” — Proverbs 17:17 (ESV) Love in Every Season True friendship is a rare and sacred treasure. Many acquaintances walk with us in times of joy, but few remain when the winds of hardship begin to blow. The […]
The Lord Proclaimed: The Glory of God Revealed
A Devotion on Exodus 34:5-7 “The Lord descended in the cloud and stood with him there, and proclaimed the name of the Lord. The Lord passed before him and proclaimed, ‘The Lord, the Lord, a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness, keeping steadfast love for thousands, […]
Crossing from Death to Life: A Devotional on John 5:24
“Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever hears my word and believes him who sent me has eternal life. He does not come into judgment but has passed from death to life.” — John 5:24 (ESV) A Declaration of Life and Judgment In this verse, Jesus speaks with the weight of divine authority, prefacing His […]
A Devotional Reflection on Titus 2:11–12
“For the grace of God has appeared, bringing salvation for all people,training us to renounce ungodliness and worldly passions, and to liveself-controlled, upright, and godly lives in the present age.”(Titus 2:11–12, ESV) In the ancient world, particularly around the Mediterranean, a deep hunger for hope stirred in many hearts. Testimonies from historical records describe communities […]
How to Gain True Wisdom: A Deep Dive into Proverbs 1:7
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” – Proverbs 1:7 (ESV) The Foundation of True Wisdom At the very start of wisdom is one unshakable truth: “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge.” This verse lays the foundation for all true understanding. If we […]