In first-century Jewish thought, faith wasn’t just about belief; it was about action. To have faith in someone meant to trust them enough to act on their words. For the disciples, Jesus’ question wasn’t an accusation—it was an invitation to grow.  Read More

Do you believe in the power of God’s Word? Sometimes, we treat Scripture like a nice suggestion rather than the living, breathing Word of God. But the same voice that calmed the storm is the same voice that speaks into our lives today.  Read More

How often do we hesitate to cry out to God because we think we need to have it all together? Modern culture prizes self-reliance, but faith invites us to admit our need for help. The disciples’ cry wasn’t polished or eloquent—it was raw, messy, and   Read More

Sometimes, God “sleeps” in the storm—not because He’s unaware, but because He wants us to learn to trust Him. Today’s culture is obsessed with control; we want solutions, answers, and guarantees. But faith means believing that God is present, even when we can’t see Him working.   Read More

By asking His Jewish disciples to cross to the Gentile side, Jesus was challenging their cultural and religious boundaries. The command wasn’t just about crossing water; it was about crossing the invisible barriers of prejudice, fear, and comfort.  Read More

No matter where you are in the story, God never stops sowing His Word, patiently working to help you grow.  Read More

The beauty of this parable is that it offers hope. No matter how long the lamp has been hidden, it can always be placed back on the stand. God is ready to replenish your oil, reignite the flame, and use you to bring His light into the world.  Read More

Jesus didn’t invent the idea of teaching through stories. His use of parables was rooted in the Jewish tradition of Midrash, where rabbis used allegory and storytelling to explain scripture and invite reflection. Many of his parables have their roots in ancient Midrashes.  Read More

Parables are not straightforward explanations—they’re subversive stories. According to scholars like John Dominic Crossan, parables are designed to disrupt conventional thinking. They aren’t meant to reinforce the status quo; instead, they challenge deeply held assumptions, flipping the listener’s worldview upside down.  Read More

What does it mean to break up unplowed ground? It means confronting the hardened, neglected, or overgrown areas of our lives—the parts of us that resist God’s work. It’s not easy, but it’s necessary if we want to experience the fullness of His love and truth.  Read More

First-century Judea wasn’t an easy place to live, especially if you were a woman. Society was deeply patriarchal, meaning men held most of the power—in politics, religion, and the home. Women were largely confined to domestic roles and had little public influence.  Read More

The strength of togetherness is not just about what we can accomplish but about who we become when we reflect God’s heart in our relationships. We are called to build each other up, to walk together in faith, and to anchor ourselves in God’s presence. Truly, we are better together.  Read More