Author: REM

Elijah’s story begins abruptly in 1 Kings 17:1, where he emerges as a prophet during a dark time in Israel’s history. The nation, under King Ahab and Queen Jezebel, had turned to idolatry, worshiping Baal, a pagan god. Elijah, whose name means “My God is Yahweh,” was sent by God to confront this apostasy. His…

Isaiah’s ministry began with a life-changing vision of God’s holiness in the temple (Isaiah 6:1-8). Seeing the Lord “high and lifted up” and hearing the seraphim proclaim His glory, Isaiah was overwhelmed by his own sinfulness. Yet, God cleansed him, touching his lips with a burning coal, and commissioned him to speak to a stubborn…

Moses often called the Reluctant Prophet Who Met God Face-to-Face What would you say if God called you to confront a powerful ruler, lead an enslaved nation to freedom, and guide them through a desert for decades? Moses, a man who stuttered and doubted his abilities, faced this very call at a burning bush (Exodus…

I am starting a new series to understand more about the prophets. In the Bible, prophets are among the most compelling figures, serving as God’s messengers in times of crisis, rebellion, and hope. From Moses to Isaiah to John the Baptist, prophets played a vital role in God’s plan, and their calling offers profound insights…

How can James and Paul both be right when it comes to works and faith. James 2:24 states, “You see that a person is justified by works and not by faith alone,” while Ephesians 2:8–9 says, “For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the…

I’m continuing the series on Works, inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s sermon titled Fruitless Faith. Although I’ve never based a series on another minister’s sermon before, this topic feels especially powerful and important, so I’m diving in. While I’ll continue to write other entries about works and faith from my own perspective, this particular series is…

I’m continuing the series on Works, inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s sermon titled Fruitless Faith. Although I’ve never based a series on another minister’s sermon before, this topic feels especially powerful and important, so I’m diving in. While I’ll continue to write other entries about works and faith from my own perspective, this particular series is…

I’m continuing the series on Works, inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s sermon titled Fruitless Faith. Although I’ve never based a series on another minister’s sermon before, this topic feels especially powerful and important, so I’m diving in. While I’ll continue to write other entries about works and faith from my own perspective, this particular series is…

As promised in this post ( You are in-fact saved by Works! ) a more comprehensive looks at the relationship between faith and works. I’m beginning a new series on Works, inspired by Charles Spurgeon’s sermon titled Fruitless Faith. Although I’ve never based a series on minister’s sermon before, this topic feels especially powerful and…

Persevere Scripture Focus: John 15:18-19; Acts 5:27-42 This is a new series of the commands our Lord Jesus Christ gave. I understand this is very limited, and I will get to each of these in greater detail as I move through this adventure. This blog is the last of five messages.  Jesus warns us, “If…

Go and Make Disciples Scripture Focus: Matthew 28:19-20; John 4:4-42 This is a new series of the commands our Lord Jesus Christ gave. I understand this is very limited, and I will get to each of these in greater detail as I move through this adventure. This blog is the fourth of five upcoming messages. …

Pray Scripture Focus: Matthew 6:9-13; Matthew 6:5-15 This is a new series of the commands our Lord Jesus Christ gave. I understand this is very limited, and I will get to each of these in greater detail as I move through this adventure. This blog is the third of five upcoming messages.  Jesus teaches us…