In 2 Samuel 7:1-11, we encounter a pivotal scene in David’s life. The king has finally settled into his palace, enjoying peace and rest after years of war. With a sincere heart, David turns to the prophet Nathan and says, “Here I am, living in a house of cedar, while the ark of God remains in a tent.” David wants to honor God. He wants to build a temple—something permanent and worthy.
Read More ›What does it really mean to fear God—and can that fear coexist with joy?
That’s the question David wrestled with when two seemingly opposite truths about God came crashing together. On one hand, God’s holiness had proven deadly. On the other hand, His presence brought blessing and abundance. So, which is it? Is God dangerous or is He good?
Read More ›Many of us associate waiting with inaction. It can feel like we’re stuck in limbo while everyone else moves forward. But what if waiting isn’t passive? What if, with God, waiting is active—even productive? What if this season that feels like nothing is happening is exactly when God is doing His most important work in your life?
This idea isn’t just spiritual optimism. It’s grounded in the experience of faithful men and women throughout Scripture—and in the real-life stories of believers today.
Read More ›Every day, we’re faced with countless decisions, from how we spend our time to how we respond to challenges. But at the root of these choices lies a single, powerful question: Am I living God’s way, or am I living my way? This question might seem simple at first glance, but it carries enormous weight. The path we choose influences our peace, our purpose, and even our legacy.
Read More ›We all carry something. Some carry anxiety into every decision. Some carry shame that keeps them quiet. Others carry pain they’ve never talked about. And many of us, especially when things get dark, wonder: Will God carry someone like me?
The answer is found not in how we feel, but in who He is.
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