Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.— 1 Thessalonians 5:18 (ESV) Reflection: Gratitude is a powerful spiritual practice that can transform our perspective on life. In 1 Thessalonians 5:18, Paul encourages us to give...
In the heart of Christian faith lies a profound call to compassion, a divine urge to empathize deeply with the pain and suffering in the world as God does. While the poignant phrase ‘break my heart for what breaks yours’ beautifully encapsulates this...
Obed-Edom is a figure mentioned in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the context of the Ark of the Covenant. After King David decided to move the Ark to Jerusalem, it was temporarily housed in the home of Obed-Edom the Gittite for three months due to an incident that...
The term “El Shaddai,” which is often translated as “God Almighty,” appears in the Bible a total of 48 times across both the Old and New Testaments. This name for God is predominantly found in the Old Testament, specifically in the book of...
The Bible does not explicitly discuss the concept of being baptized twice. In Christian theology, baptism is typically viewed as a once-in-a-lifetime sacrament that symbolizes a believer’s faith in Jesus Christ, repentance of sins, and entrance into the...
Hey there, I am Pastor Sam Harris. As a pastor and theologian, I've always been fascinated by the stories and teachings of the Bible. Here, I share my love for biblical history and theology, diving into both the Old and New Testaments. Let's explore these ancient texts together and discover how they connect to our lives today. Can't wait to go on this journey with you!
