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When Compassion - Contemporary Example
Last summer, a friend of mine named Sarah found herself in one of life’s most challenging seasons. She had been volunteering at a local shelter, providing meals to those in need. One evening, as she served food, she met a...
Lessons from Gentleness - Story
In a quiet garden not far from my home, I watched a young boy kneeling by a small patch of soil. His hands were caked with dirt as he carefully placed tiny seeds into the earth. His father, observing nearby,...
The Power of Gentleness - Contemporary Example
There’s a beautiful story from a small town where a local artist named Sarah began to transform the community with her work. Sarah had always loved painting, but she carried a deep-seated fear of sharing her art, convinced that it...
Lessons from Patience - Story
In a small village, there lived a woman named Miriam who yearned for a garden filled with the most vibrant flowers. She dreamed of a place where the colors danced under the sun, where butterflies flitted joyfully from bloom to...
A Story of Courage - Contemporary Example
In a small town, there lived a woman named Maria, known not just for her gentle spirit, but for her unwavering faith. Every Sunday, she would sit in the same pew, her hands clasped in prayer, her heart a sanctuary...
Lessons from Righteousness - Contemporary Example
A few months ago, I had the privilege of meeting a man named David at our local community center. David was a former addict who had spent years in the grips of addiction, feeling lost and hopeless. Yet, through a...
A Story of Mercy - Contemporary Example
Marissa sat on the edge of her bed, staring at the scattered pieces of her life: a crumpled eviction notice, unopened bills, and the faint sound of her children’s laughter drifting from the living room. Just a year prior, her...
When Goodness - Story
There’s a remarkable story about a man named Thomas who lived in a small town. For years, he struggled with addiction, his life spiraling into chaos. But one day, he encountered a community of believers who welcomed him with open...
When Love - Story
There was a young woman named Sarah who had always felt a deep longing within her, a yearning for purpose that seemed just out of reach. She was successful in her career, yet her heart felt heavy, burdened by questions...
The Doctrine of Grace - Church Context
"Be still, and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10) invites us into a profound moment of grace, a pause in our frantic lives to recognize the divine purpose that surrounds us. This stillness is not merely the absence of...
The Doctrine of Courage - Commentary
As we reflect on the profound promise of Jeremiah 29:11, we are reminded that God knows the plans He has for us, plans to prosper us and not to harm us, plans to give us hope and a future. This...
Theological Perspective: Salvation - Commentary
As we immerse ourselves in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, we encounter a profound portrait of love that transcends mere sentiment. The Apostle Paul speaks of love as patient and kind, not envious or boastful, a love that reflects the very essence...
Reflecting on Mercy - Church Context
As we gather in this sacred space, let us turn our hearts to the profound words of Romans 8:28: “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called...
Theological Perspective: Humility - Church Context
As we gather in this sacred space, we are called to reflect on the profound connection between humility and the mercy of God, especially in times of crisis. Romans 12:2 urges us not to conform to the patterns of this...
Theological Perspective: Humility - Commentary
Consider the profound implications of Philippians 4:13: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” The Apostle Paul speaks these words from a place of humility, not entitlement. His journey through suffering, imprisonment, and uncertainty teaches us that...
Harriet: Black Bodies Fearfully Made - Black Church (Psalm 139:13-16)
In the depths of a moonless night, Harriet Tubman stood at a crossroads. The air was thick with humidity, the scent of damp earth mingling with the distant sound of crickets. Each breath she took echoed the heartbeats of countless...
The Witness Challenge - Story
In the bustling heart of a city where noise and distraction reign supreme, there lives a woman named Maria. Each morning, she rides the subway, crammed between the weary and the hurried, everyone glued to their screens or lost in...
When Kindness Meets Real Life - Contemporary Example
In the bustling heart of our city, there’s a small café that has become a lifeline for many. It’s not just the aroma of fresh-brewed coffee that draws people in; it’s the kindness that envelops you as soon as you...
The Power of Love - Quote
Once, in a small town, a young woman named Sarah struggled with her purpose. She had always felt a deep longing for something more, yet the daily grind of life left her weary and uncertain. One cold winter evening, while...
War Room: The Shepherd Who Fights For Us - Pentecostal (Psalm 23)
Imagine a quiet, sun-drenched meadow, where the gentle sound of babbling brooks dances through the air, and the scent of wildflowers fills the lungs. Here, in this serene landscape, a shepherd named David stands watch over his flock. He is...
Modern Examples of Righteousness
In our rapidly changing world, the call to Righteousness can often feel like navigating a stormy sea. Picture a sailor, gripping the helm of a boat, squinting through the rain as waves crash around. This sailor knows the waters well—each...
Science Illustration: Medicine, Healing, and Compassion
A few years ago, I met a young woman named Sarah who had been battling a chronic illness for most of her life. Every day was a struggle, marked by fatigue and pain that seemed unending. But what struck me...
Finding Self-Deception in Everyday Moments
In our fast-paced world, self-deception can wrap around us like a fog, obscuring the clarity of our faith. Picture the scene: a young man named David, an up-and-coming artist, sits in his cramped studio, surrounded by unfinished canvases. Day after...
Science Illustration: Learning from Failure
A scientist named Dr. Emily Hartman dedicated her life to understanding the cosmos. With her passion for unraveling the mysteries of the universe, she focused on a particular experiment—one that aimed to recreate the very conditions of the Big Bang....