One of the most quoted lines in the Gospels comes from Jesus’ teaching on faith and the mustard seed. Though often used to encourage those who feel their faith is small, this just shows that the passage is frequently misunderstood. A closer look at the original language and cultural imagery reveals that Jesus’ words point not to the size of faith, but to its substance. A faith that grows, spreads, and transforms everything around it. “If you have faith as a mustard seed.” - M

I’ve been diving deep into one of the biggest questions in history: why didn’t most Jews in Jesus’ day accept Him as the Messiah? And maybe more importantly, does Scripture itself back up the Jewish expectation of a conquering king, or the Christian belief in a Messiah who first suffers and later reigns? I want to be clear: this is not a post of judgment, superiority, or debate. I deeply love and respect my Jewish friends. Some of the dearest people in my life are Jewish, and

What Is Lectio Divina? Let’s start with how to say it properly: Lectio Divina is pronounced LEK-tsee-oh dee-VEE-nah. It’s Latin for “divine reading”. A sacred, intentional way of reading Scripture slowly and prayerfully to encounter God Himself through His Word. Origins: Lectio divina, which means “divine reading” in Latin, is an ancient Christian practice of prayerfully reading and meditating on Scripture to deepen one’s relationship with God. It first developed in the early

My curiosity about the practice of veiling was first sparked while attending Catholic Mass with my dad. As I sat there, I noticed several women wearing beautiful lace or fabric coverings on their heads. It made me wonder … why do they do that? Was it a matter of Scripture, or simply tradition? Was it something rooted in biblical teaching, or a cultural expression that developed over time? The more I thought about it, the more I realized how little I actually knew about veilin

Law, Grace, and the Heart of Jesus Recently, there has been much debate over how the Bible speaks about homosexuality and gender. Some quote “love your neighbor as yourself” (Leviticus 19:18) to affirm and include those in the LGBTQ+ community. Others point to passages in Leviticus that describe same-sex activity as sin and even prescribe death as a penalty. These verses are real, but how do we understand them today, in light of Jesus and the New Testament? And what about que

Life, Choice, and Compassion. Can they all fit together? I honestly don’t know, but I’m trying to work it out. Abortion is one of the most emotionally charged issues of our time. As a Christian, I believe human life begins at conception. To me, every zygote, embryo, and fetus is not “potential life,” but life with potential. For that reason, I would never choose abortion for myself, and if a friend came to me considering it, I would offer love, prayer, and alternatives that a

The Bible is unlike any other sacred text: it roots God’s story in real history, tied to people, places, and events. For centuries, skeptics dismissed parts of Scripture as myth, but archaeology has consistently shown otherwise; uncovering evidence that aligns with the biblical record. I’ve always been fascinated by archaeology, especially when it proves the Bible right. Over the years, archaeologists have uncovered hundreds of sites, inscriptions, and artifacts connected to

What It Means to Be “In the Wilderness” There’s something sacred about the wilderness. Not just the physical kind—the dry deserts or empty plains—but the spiritual kind. Those seasons of life where you feel lost, weary, unseen, or unsure what God is doing. If you’ve ever felt like your prayers are bouncing off the ceiling, like your blessings dried up, or like you’re wandering with no direction—you’ve been in the wilderness. But take heart. The wilderness is not a punishment.

If you’ve ever loved a pet deeply, you’ve probably wondered at some point: Will I see them again in heaven? It’s one of those tender questions where our hearts long for clarity, but the Bible gives us only glimpses. Over the past few years, I’ve been wrestling through this myself, asking not just what I hope for, but what Scripture and Christian tradition really say. This isn’t about trying to force an answer, but about seeking truth…with hope. And the more I study, the more

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” — Psalm 34:18 Our world is aching. From war zones to hidden prisons, from famine to persecution; millions are suffering right now. But even when the pain feels too great to grasp, God still hears every cry. Last week, I felt led to pause and pray for five places where hearts are breaking and hope feels distant. I actually posted about this already on social media but totally forgot to hit “pub

I grew up Catholic. Baptized as a baby, confirmed, had my first Holy Communion, the whole thing. But if I’m honest, I never really paid attention to the theology beyond the main parts: Jesus died for our sins, He rose from the dead, and faith in Him means salvation. It wasn’t until high school, when I became Protestant, that I started really asking deeper questions. One of those questions was about the Catholic practice of praying to Mary and the saints. Shouldn’t prayer be d

Growing up Catholic and later becoming Protestant in high school, the question of whether we should pray to Mary or the saints; or only to Jesus, is something I used to often wonder about. It’s not something I bring up to cause division or negativity, but because I believe it’s worth thoughtful discussion. My hope in writing this is to look honestly at what the Bible says, how history shaped this practice, and how different traditions understand it. To answer this fairly, it’

Below you will find my “go to” podcasts in 2025, in NO particular order. I absolutely love listening to podcasts, the genres I listen to are quite diverse and sometimes, I’ll find a new podcast and binge a handful of episodes that sound super promising, but then it just kinda goes downhill. I won’t be sharing those on my “recommended listening lists”, despite them having a handful of good episodes. The following podcasts though, are peak listening overall and have captured my

I love the Church. I love the people, the worship, the sense of belonging that comes from gathering with other believers who share the same faith and passion for Jesus. But something’s been tugging at my heart, again and honestly, it’s hard to ignore. I know so many Christians who are deeply involved in church life; serving, leading, attending Bible studies, volunteering, showing up every Sunday and yet, their entire circle consists of other Christians. They’re surrounded by

Which Bible Is Most Accurate? Protestant, Catholic, or Orthodox? I grew up in the Catholic Church, but in high school I became Protestant. For a long time, I never thought to question the Bible itself. I assumed every Christian read the same one. Recently, though, I’ve started studying the differences between Bibles, and what I’ve discovered surprised me: there are actually three main versions of the Christian canon, the Protestant, Catholic, and Orthodox. And they don’t all

Sometimes we think growing closer to God requires big, dramatic changes in our lives. Long hours of study, hours of uninterrupted prayer, or radical acts of service. But the truth is, intimacy with God is often found in the small, consistent choices we make every day. Just like a friendship deepens through regular conversations, time together, and shared experiences, our relationship with God grows when we invite Him into the ordinary moments of life. Here are a few simple wa

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My daughter once looked at me and said, “The only person that loves animals more than you, is God.” She might be right. My love for animals doesn’t even come close to the depth of God’s love for His creation, but it’s still something that He placed deep within me. From the tiniest wild creature, to the pets curled up at on our lap, animals reflect the beauty and creativity of the God who made them. Scripture reminds us that not one sparrow falls to the ground without our Fath

The Sabbath: What It Meant Then and What It Means Now When you hear the word Sabbath, what comes to mind? For some, it’s rules and regulations. For others, it’s a quiet Sunday nap. But biblically, the Sabbath is so much more…it’s about rest, worship, and delighting in God. The very first Sabbath takes us all the way back to creation: “By the seventh day God had finished the work he had been doing; so on the seventh day he rested from all his work. Then God blessed the seventh

Why Love and Truth Cannot Be Separated In a world where people say “live your truth” or “find your own truth,” we’re left with a million shifting opinions but no foundation. But here’s the reality: truth is not up for debate. It is not subjective, personal, or fluid. Truth is objective. And as Bible-believing Christians, we hold that Bible-based Christianity is not just a truth, but THE truth. What Is Objective Truth? Objective truth is truth that stands independent of feelin