Tag: Jesus
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How spiritual realities often underlie worldly events.
Old Testament Foundations: The Unseen Battle Behind History 1. Daniel — Empires and Angels (Daniel 10–12) Daniel’s visions expose the “spiritual architecture” behind earthly power.In Daniel 10, the angel tells him, “The prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days… then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me.”Behind the political…
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Several strands of biblical wisdom for those haunted by regret and recurring temptation
1. Remember that God’s mercy is greater than memory. Romans 8:1 says, “There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus.” Condemnation is not the same as conviction. Conviction calls you back to grace; condemnation chains you to the past. The devil traffics in old evidence. God calls you into a new…
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AI, Neuralink, and Biblical Prophecy: Week 2
Idolatry, Hubris, and Discernment in the Digital Age (Week 2 of the study “AI, Neuralink, and Biblical Prophecy”) Our world moves at the speed of thought. Artificial Intelligence writes, reasons, and recommends. Neuralink and similar technologies promise to merge human minds with machines. The language of progress sounds thrilling—but also unsettling. What does Scripture say…
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Source of Old Faith Bible Study Series – AI, Neuralink, and Biblical Prophecy: 3-Week Study
Sundays · October 19 – November 2 , 2025 SESSION 1 – Prophecy, Technology, and Human Vocation Read: Genesis 11:1-9, Daniel 12:4, Revelation 1:1-3, Matthew 24:36-44 Main ideaProphecy reveals God’s purposes and the lordship of Christ. It is given to strengthen trust, not to stir fear. Technology expresses the human call to create and steward,…
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Stewarding your faith in hard times
The story of Job begins with blessing and ends with brokenness. In Job chapters 1 and 2, Scripture introduces a man described as blameless and upright, one who feared God and turned away from evil. He had seven sons, three daughters, and abundant wealth. Job’s life seemed stable, ordered, and blessed. Then, in a single…
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Naming the Moment
We are living in days when what Scripture warned has come to pass: “Woe to those who call evil good and good evil” (Isaiah 5:20). Truth is called hate speech. Lies are paraded as compassion. Even murder is cheered when it fits the culture’s script. The question that presses on us is the same question…
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The Prayer Compass – Orienting True North
True North – Christ Himself “Lord Jesus, keep me aligned to You—not outcomes, not fears, not even my own dreams.” North – Renewing Faith and Hope Renew my trust in You each day. Restore hope where it has grown dim and strengthen my heart to endure. (Romans 15:13) East – Vision Open doors for growth…
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Living the New Life by Compass in a Fractured WorldSermon – September 14, 2025
Sermon – September 14, 2025 Title: Living the New Life by Compass in a Fractured WorldTexts: Ephesians 4:22–24; 2 Corinthians 5:17–20; John 15:5; Colossians 3:17 Opening Prayer Lord Jesus,Thank You for offering us a new name amid this week’s heartaches—Kirk’s loss, Evergreen’s terror, Memphis’ violence, and Vidor’s wounds. As we gather, be our compass in…
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Lessons from Ancient Paths: Community, Faith, and Service
Today, my thoughts have been circling around the idea of showing up—how simple, steadfast presence shapes families, communities, and even the course of history. Learning from the Great Characters Recently, I’ve committed to a “great characters” study of Old Testament figures. Spending time with the lives of Abraham, Joseph, Moses, Ruth, and others, I’m struck…
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Finding God in the Texas Floods: Nature, Blame, and the Wisdom of Christ
Posted on July 8, 2025 In July 2025, central Texas was struck by a devastating flood that claimed over 100 lives, including more than two dozen children at Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp. The Guadalupe River, swollen by heavy rains from the remnants of Tropical Storm Barry, surged from 1 foot to 36 feet…
