James and John had lots of potential as leaders. They were ambitious go-getters with the determination to get things done. However, they came with a huge downside- they could be selfish and short-tempered with anyone who got in their way. So, why did Jesus call these two “Sons of Thunder” and how did he transform their lives?

There was a moment in Peter’s life that could have defined his life as a failure forever. However, Jesus transformed Peter’s failure into success. This is what Jesus does- he turns our mistakes into evidence of His love and glory.

Andrew never got the leading role his brother Peter got. Other than incidental references, he only shows up three times in the Gospels, and all three times he’s bringing someone to Jesus.

2020 taught us several important life lessons.

Following Jesus is a marathon, not a sprint. How do we stay in the race for the long haul?

We are to remain firmly planted in the Word. We don’t need something new, something novel, something innovative, something extra. God’s word is never outdated and antiquated. It will never be replicated or duplicated. It doesn’t need amended, appended, or supplemented.

Paul shows Timothy the importance of pouring your life into someone else.

We accept worry as a normal part of life. Paul treats it as optional, and he tells us not to choose it. Here are three reasons why worry is destructive to God’s plan for your life, and three better alternatives.

We live in a world that loves everything up- upgraded, upscale, upbeat. We like to get thumbs up and for everything to be on the upswing. However, Jesus shows us that the path to true greatness lies in a different direction.

Did you know that Jesus prayed for you? In John 15, he prays for his disciples. First, he prays for the 12. Then he prays for, “for those who will believe in me through their message.” That’s you and I. Jesus prays only one thing for us, that we “may be one.” Jesus prayed for our unity. This week’s core verses come from Ephesians 4 as Paul urges us to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.