When we hear the word “curse,” it can evoke a range of emotions. For some, it might conjure up images from movies or superstitions, something that feels distant and not very personal. But for many of us, if we take a moment to think about it, the idea of a curse strikes much closer to home—it’s something we feel deeply and personally. We experience the curse in many ways, often in the struggles wi...  Read More

Let's spend a few minutes in 2 Corinthians 12:9. This verse comes in response to Paul's prayer for healing. Paul had some kind of physical ailment. Now, if you've ever studied this passage, you'll find that commentaries offer all sorts of ideas on what this ailment might have been. But we're not going to dive into that speculation today. What matters is that Paul prayed three times for God to remo...  Read More

In 1 Corinthians, chapters 8-10, the Apostle Paul tackles an intriguing aspect of Christian life: Christian Liberty. This topic, rich with implications, goes beyond the surface-level debates over rights and freedoms. Back in Paul’s day, the community wrestled with whether it was acceptable to eat meat sacrificed to idols—a dilemma that might not resonate with us today, but the underlying principle...  Read More

Parenting is a journey filled with surprises, frustrations, and countless moments of growth—both for the children and the parents. If you’re a parent, you’ll know what I mean. I have three kids, and when they were little, our household was a whirlwind of activity. Picture this: three kids under the age of three, all vying for attention, toys, and even spoons. Yes, spoons.We had two unique spoons t...  Read More

Let’s start with a question that’s simple on the surface but goes much deeper than you might think: What do you want? Take a moment to really think about it. What’s that one thing (or maybe a few things) that’s at the top of your mind?You might be thinking, “Is this a trick question?” It’s not—there’s no right or wrong answer here. But I do want you to engage with it. If you’re reading this at hom...  Read More