Posts from May 2026

Five Lessons From the Rich Man and LazarusLuke 16:19–31 Jesus tells a powerful account in Luke 16:19–31 about two men whose lives and eternities were very different. One man was rich, “clothed in purple and fine linen and fared sumptuously every day.” The other was Lazarus, a poor beggar who lay at his gate, full of sores, longing for crumbs from the rich man’s table. In…

Great and Getting Better!Why Should I Read the Old Testament? How can something written thousands of years ago have an impact on my life in 2026? Well, as long as we’ve had language, we’ve had stories. Whether spoken, drawn, or written, stories have been passed on to help give us history, context, narratives, and creative expression that all show us something about what…

Considering Psalm 6 In Psalm 6, we find David’s appeal in a time of distress. The words present a heartfelt prayer from a man overwhelmed by suffering, weakness, and sorrow. In crying out to God for mercy, David expresses both physical and emotional distress while also demonstrating faith that the Lord hears his prayers. The psalm begins with David asking the Lord not to…

Mother’s Day There’s something quietly powerful about Mother’s Day in the life of the church. While the “holiday” is merely cultural, and for many a sentimental tradition, it also provides an important reminder to pause and recognize one of God’s clearest pictures of faithful love, sacrifice, nurture, and perseverance. While not everyone has experienced the impact of a…

Oh, That We Receive Such a Letter… The introduction to Paul’s letter to the Philippians (1:3–11) gives us a personal perspective on the heart of the apostle. Paul’s words reveal the highest example of Christian gratitude, prayer, and spiritual growth. In these verses, he expresses thanksgiving for fellow believers, not out of habit or as a passing sentiment, but as a…