Be Encouraged

One of my favorite scriptures on the subject of waiting is found in Isaiah 40:29-31. “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no...

Staying the course through life’s trials and tribulations is a universal challenge we all face. Whether it’s navigating...

This world has many ups and downs.  We look to the Lord to be our strength. We look to the Lord to give us the things we need to press on....

People Matter is a value at Koinonia Church. People Matter is a value of mine. But more importantly, People Matter is a value of...

We have a pretty large tree in our front yard that, after some inspection, we suspected had some termite damage. After a few seconds of...

Have you ever felt you needed to protect or defend yourself? Have you done things that have brought you shame or guilt? Have others said or...

God cares more about who you are becoming than what you do.  ‘Purpose’ is a big topic in life. We all want to know what we are to do...

I recently read some books…great literature. The words used in them were so amazing that they brought entire worlds to life.  Words have...

Life has a way of taking unexpected turns and throwing us random curveballs.  After overcoming a particularly rough patch in my life, I...

This has been a week of God connecting some dots for me. This time it’s on two things: concern for others and guarding territory. These...

If you were to pause and think about those in your life who have encouraged you, it might be an educator, neighbor, Sunday School teacher,...

There are many things that reveal both the nature of God and the nature of His intentions for us. While we are made in His likeness, we are...

One week, I was facing a number of deadlines and tasks. My schedule is always full, but always manageable. This particular week, for some...

In 2012, I went on my first overseas mission trip to Cambodia with a group from my church. Leading up to the trip, I was excited because I...

They can make someone’s day or break their spirit. The Bible has a lot to say about how we use our words and why it matters....

Community is a crucial part of our lives, giving us support, a sense of belonging, and a shared purpose. The Bible has a lot to say about...

Finding Freedom This week we pause and take stalk of our freedoms as we celebrate Independence Day as a nation. Freedom is complicated,...

I Spoke Well I recently read some books…great literature. The words used in them were so amazing that they brought entire worlds to life....

The Heart of God One of the most important aspects of God’s heart is His unconditional love. How do we know God’s this? The Bible...

Parents…Instill Faith! This is my first time writing an article for a newspaper and to be honest, it’s terrifying. The direction I was...

In Times of Trouble This world has many ups and downs.  We look to the Lord to be our strength. We look to the Lord to give us the things...

When I think about the times that I got something completely wrong, it was usually because I made a false assumption.  I remember asking...

In the hustle and bustle of life, it’s easy to overlook this simple yet profound truth: God is good. Yes, you heard that right!...

“Samuel said, ‘Has the LORD as much delight in burnt offerings and sacrifices as in obeying the voice of the LORD? Behold, to obey...

In John, chapter 11, is a well-known passage of Jesus raising his friend, Lazarus, from the dead. It’s an incredible, miraculous story....

In John, chapter 11, is a well-known passage of Jesus raising his friend, Lazarus, from the dead. It’s an incredible, miraculous story....

I recently met with a young woman who had just begun to follow Jesus. Her hunger to follow Jesus well and learn more was encouraging and...

Our church is in the process of reviewing our leadership development process. As I begin to engage in this process, I see the difference...