God’s Answer to Apostasy

Hi Sisters, I recently read the story of Elijah on Mount Carmel. This is a story that never ceases to gain my attention. Every time I read it, I feel awe and amazement at God's power. At the same time, I feel despair as I read what happens next to Elijah. To top it off, … Continue reading God’s Answer to Apostasy →

Hebrews and Conditions

Hi sisters, I finished the book of Hebrews the other day and I saw a theme in what I kept writing down in my journal: conditions. Here are some verses from the book of Hebrews for us to consider: "And we are his house, if indeed we hold fast our confidence and our boasting in … Continue reading Hebrews and Conditions →

In My Own Strength?

I think we can all admit that we some times use stereotypical Christian or church phrases that are not common in every day language in our culture. This isn't necessarily bad. These commonalities help us identify with one another and cultivates a sense of belonging. It also helps our brain process information more efficiently. One … Continue reading In My Own Strength? →

The Worth of Christ

(The following post was written by Lauren B.) “Indeed, I count everything as loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord. For His sake, I have suffered the loss of all things and count them as rubbish, in order that I may gain Christ” - Philippians 3:8, ESV Have you ever … Continue reading The Worth of Christ →

Unwavering Focus

Hi sisters, One of the places I have been reading for my quiet time is John. What has struck me the most this time reading through it is Jesus' focus on doing as the Father told Him. He never wavered in His focus. Join me going through John with this thread: "My food is to … Continue reading Unwavering Focus →

How Can I Love My City?

Hi sisters, Do you have favorite Bible teachers? One of mine over the years has been Timothy Keller. For me, He was the first teacher who opened the Scriptures to show how the Jesus movement started out as a city movement. The first gatherings of Jesus followers were located in metropolis areas and then spread … Continue reading How Can I Love My City? →

Allegiance

(The following is written by Rachel. For other posts by Rachel, click here) Do you ever wonder why we struggle so much to declare allegiance to Jesus as our King? I think it is for two reasons: one, we are believing in and operating out of a false/incomplete gospel. The gospel that some Christians are … Continue reading Allegiance →

OTUAW Thoughts

Last week, I had the privilege of attending a conference called "Operation Train Up a Woman." As always, being around other women who are committed to the Great Commandment and Great Commission is electrifying. (And though I'm not the "sappy" type, my heart was borderline bursting from being with women so meaningful in my life … Continue reading OTUAW Thoughts →

Hidden Treasure:

The Beauty of Interdependence on the Body of Christ . . . (The following post is from Victoria) There is a treasure, refined and true, hidden in the midst of the people of God. It is hidden in the depths of investment and vulnerability where its true beauty is exposed. This treasure I have found is Interdependence. … Continue reading Hidden Treasure: →

Thoughts on the Gospel of Jesus Christ

(The following is from Marisa F. For others posts by Marisa, click here) The Gospel is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes in Jesus Christ —Romans 1:16 When Earth was first created, it was in perfect unity with the Kingdom of Heaven which is described in the very beginning of … Continue reading Thoughts on the Gospel of Jesus Christ →