Speaking in tongues is trending again, but what did the gift actually look like in the early church? A pastoral reflection on Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 14, the Holy Spirit, Scripture, and why the miracle was never confusion. It was meaning.
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Ben Sasse Is Dying and Telling the Truth
Ben Sasse is facing terminal cancer and speaking with unusual clarity about Christ, suffering, truth, and eternity. This devotional from 2 Corinthians 4 explores what his words reveal about our frailty, the fading body, and the eternal weight of glory found only in Jesus.
Darrell Sheets and the Deadly Silence of Despair
Darrell Sheets’ tragic death has opened a painful conversation about despair, hidden suffering, and the way Christians respond to broken people. This devotional from 1 Kings 19 shows that Scripture is full of crushed saints and points weary souls to the mercy of Christ.
A Pride Festival on Sodom’s Doorstep?!
A Pride festival near the Dead Sea has stirred controversy for Christians who cannot ignore the region’s long association with Sodom. This devotional reflects on Luke 17, the judgment of God, the hardness of the human heart, and the urgent call of the gospel in a world that still does not fear Him.
A Bishop Just Told the Church to Tear Up the Bible
Bishop Yvette Flunder said the New Testament is not the Word of God, called the first two Testaments problematic, and argued that some pages should be pulled out. This devotional response from 1 Timothy 4 confronts that heresy head-on and calls the church back to the authority of Scripture, the danger of false teaching, and the saving gospel of Jesus Christ.
He Went to Space Doubting and Came Back Weeping at a Cross
After seeing the earth from space, astronaut Reid Wiseman reportedly broke down in tears at the sight of a cross. Psalm 8 helps us understand why the heavens stir the soul, why creation points to God, and why only Jesus Christ can reconcile sinners to their Creator.
Tucker Carlson Is Wrong About Islam’s Jesus
Tucker Carlson’s comments about Islam and Jesus have raised an important question for Christians: which Jesus are we talking about? This article contrasts the Jesus honored in Islam with the Jesus revealed in Scripture, then points readers to the cross, the resurrection, and the only gospel that saves.
The Only Safe Place That Night
A vivid, Christ-centered devotional on the Passover in Exodus 12, showing how the blood of the lamb shielded Israel from judgment and pointed forward to Jesus Christ, our true Passover Lamb.
Iran Is Hanging Young Men
Iran is hanging young men, and the horror of it exposes the corruption of earthly kingdoms. This article reflects on the execution of young wrestler Saleh Mohammadi through Isaiah 9:6-7, pointing readers to the only righteous King, Jesus Christ, whose government and peace will never end.
Bryce Crawford Is Right: We’re Tired of Fake Stuff
Bryce Crawford says young Americans are tired of fake stuff and turning to Jesus. In this devotional on 1 Peter, Pastor Rich reflects on why Gen Z and Gen X alike are weary of counterfeit Christianity and why only the living Word of God can satisfy a starving soul.
Jesus Is More Than His Teachings
Elon Musk says he agrees with the teachings of Jesus. This short devotional letter presses the real question: Who is Jesus Christ, and will you bow to Him as Lord and trust Him as Savior?
Forty-Eight Is Young Until It’s Your Turn
James Van Der Beek’s death at 48 raises a piercing question: is God “whatever,” or the living Christ who conquers death through the gospel?
I Was Blind and Called Him Lord
A literary, first-person meditation on Saul’s conversion in Acts 9, exploring how Christ interrupts certainty, removes sight, and redirects a life forever.
Our Hearts Burned Within Us
A carpenter who once stood near the manger now stands at the cross. On the road from Bethlehem to Golgotha, Scripture is opened, Christ is revealed, and hearts burn with a fire that still calls us to listen, believe, and follow.
Standing Inside the Sentence
A single sentence stopped me cold. Long after Christmas felt familiar, 1 Timothy 1:15 pressed its full weight on my life. This devotion reflects on conversion, trust, and the quiet authority of a gospel that does not ask for improvement, only honest acceptance.
Joe Rogan Is Starting to Sound a Lot Like a Christian
Joe Rogan recently called Jesus “the best example of how a human should live.” This devotional explores what that means, why it matters, and how even skeptics are being drawn to Christ. If you’re searching, curious, or hungry for truth—you’re not alone.
Christ’s Cross: The Fulfillment of Leviticus 1
This article shows how the burnt offering of Leviticus is a shadow and typecast of Jesus Christ to come: His death, burial and resurrection.
God’s Indescribable Gift: A Christmas Reflection
The content reflects on the return of God’s glory with the birth of Jesus, emphasizing that the gift of a Savior, Christ, and Lord is personal and meant for everyone. It recounts the shepherds’ immediate reaction to the angel’s announcement and encourages readers to draw close to Jesus, ultimately finding enduring peace.
Three Glimpses of Jesus in Mark 1:35–2:12
In Mark 1:35–2:12, we witness three profound incidents showcasing Jesus’ nature and mission. He prays diligently, cleanses a leper through compassion, and forgives a paralyzed man, highlighting His divine authority. These glimpses reveal Jesus as a compassionate Savior who prioritizes spiritual healing, inviting all to approach Him for restoration.