Tag: Christianity
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Faith That Stands in the Fire
“For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.” 2 Timothy 1:7 (NKJV) On May 15, 1525, Michael Sattler, a pastor, reformer, and one of the early leaders of the Anabaptist movement, was executed for his faith. He had once been a monk,…
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When Worship Comes First
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.” Matthew 6:33 (NKJV) The early settlers at Jamestown remind us that when life is uncertain, worship must become our first priority, not our last resort. It was on this date, May 14, 1607, the settlers at…
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A New Beginning in a New Land
“For who has despised the day of small things? For these seven rejoice to see the plumb line in the hand of Zerubbabel. They are the eyes of the LORD, which scan to and fro throughout the whole earth.” Zechariah 4:10 (NKJV) On May 13, 1607, a group of weary travelers stepped onto the shores…
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The Lamp That Still Shines
“And the King will answer and say to them, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, inasmuch as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me.’ “ Matthew 25:40 (NKJV) Florence Nightingale was born on this date, May 12, 1820, and from her earliest years she sensed something…
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Shine Away!
” Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Matthew 5:16 (NKJV) Matthew 5:16 has always been my favorite verse in the Bible and it carried a quiet but unmistakable power: “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good…
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A Song That Never Stops Singing
“Therefore I take pleasure in infirmities, in reproaches, in needs, in persecutions, in distresses, for Christ’s sake. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” 2 Corinthians 12:10 (NKJV) Irving Berlin’s life reminds us that God can turn humble beginnings, deep losses, and unexpected gifts into something that blesses the world far beyond our…
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The Strength Behind Their Sacrifice
“Let each of you look out not only for his own interests, but also for the interests of others.” Philippians 2:4 (NKJV) As we approach Mother’s Day, it’s worth pausing to recognize the strength behind a mother’s sacrifices. Much of what mothers do is quiet, consistent, and costly. They give time, energy, sleep, resources, and…
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The Comfort That Carries Us
“He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:3 As Mother’s Day approaches, many people feel a mix of emotions. Some celebrate joyfully. Others carry grief, distance, or complicated memories. God meets us in all of it. One of the greatest gifts a mother gives is comfort—the ability to calm fears, soothe hurts,…
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Living Sent: Why Acts 1:8 Still Shapes Our Mission Today
“But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” Acts 1:8 (NKJV) As Summer approaches, many churches are gearing up for mission trips. Let this verse be a reminder…
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Remembering the Seeds They Planted
“And let us not grow weary while doing good, for in due season we shall reap if we do not lose heart.” Galatians 6:9 (NKJV) Mothers and mother‑figures are seed‑planters. Much of what they do is unseen, uncelebrated, and sometimes unappreciated in the moment. Yet their steady faithfulness becomes the soil where character grows. Think…