Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:7-11—“Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you”—might be among the most quoted in Scripture. But they’re also among the most misunderstood. Many of us have prayed for something in full faith, only to be met with silence. […]
Fasting?
Fasting isn’t just an ancient practice or a modern health trend. In the eyes of Jesus, it’s a sacred discipline meant to shift our hunger from the physical to the spiritual. In Matthew 6:16-18, Jesus says something subtle but telling: “When you fast…” Not if. When. That single word reveals a foundational truth: Jesus expected […]
Empty For You
We usually don’t associate “empty” with something beautiful. Empty hands. Empty hearts. Empty promises. Yet, there’s one moment in history where empty meant everything—and it changed everything. This moment is captured in Matthew 28:5-6, when an angel told the women at Jesus’ tomb: “Do not be afraid… He is not here, for He has risen, […]
Empty Prayer Life?
We’ve all been there. Sitting in a group when someone says, “Would you pray for us?” Suddenly, your heart races, your mind scrambles for the “right” words, and prayer feels less like talking to God and more like performing for people. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and you’re not off track. But it does […]
Change The World
There are moments in Scripture that feel like a call to arms, a charge that pierces right through the noise of modern life. One of those is found in Matthew 5:13–16, where Jesus tells us plainly: “You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world.” We’ve heard these verses before. […]
Not Forgotten
“Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for the kingdom of heaven is theirs.” – Matthew 5:10 What does it really mean to be blessed? Most people think of blessings as things that make life easier—success, health, security, comfort. But Jesus introduces something radically different. He says we are blessed when we are […]
Jesus Is Greater
There’s a moment in Scripture that captures something profound about who Jesus is—and it happens in a synagogue with a man who’s ashamed of his own hand. But before we go there, let’s set the stage: we all face something. Stress, shame, anxiety, fear, sin—our stories differ, but the burdens feel familiar. What if the […]
It’s Not About the Mat
We’ve all had seasons where we feel stuck—maybe not physically, but emotionally, mentally, or spiritually. We carry invisible mats, worn from the weight of disappointment, shame, fear, or brokenness. The story of Jesus healing the paralyzed man in John 5 shows us something powerful: healing isn’t just about getting up—it’s about becoming whole. Jesus approached […]
When God Paints the Sky
I still remember the night I saw this sunset. I was on vacation in Florida sitting on the beach with Darrell and Harley and Dixie. I couldn’t believe the orange that took over the blue sky. It’s like God lit a holy fire. I wanted to shout out to everyone around me. I am forever […]