"Jesus died for us so that, whether we are awake or asleep, we may live together with him." (1 Thessalonians 5:10). In 2023, Kenyan police intervened to end what's being called the "Shakahola Massacre"-in which hundreds died after following a cult leader's directions to starve themselves to meet Jesus. The leader had allegedly promised he … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Feb. 1st

"If one of your fellow Israelites falls into poverty...allow him to live with you." (Leviticus 25:35). Todd invited his younger brother Alex, a recent college graduate, to come live with him in the house he'd built. He wanted to help his sibling gain some financial footing by allowing him to live rent free for a … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Jan. 31st

"Whoever believes in the Son has eternal life, but whoever rejects the Son will not see life." (John 3:36). Belle wanted nothing to do with her parents' faith in Jesus. In college, she proclaimed herself an agnostic and sought to live without God. But a breakup with her boyfriend and growing depression sent her on … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Jan. 30th

"I have loved you with an everlasting love." (Jeremiah 31:3) One of the most dramatic and mysterious love letters of all time was penned by composer Ludwig van Beethoven and was only discovered after his death in 1827. The hastily handwritten letter is full of passionate lines like, "My eternally beloved...I can only live either … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Jan. 28th

"A new command I give you: Love one another. As I have loved you, so you must love one another." (John 13:34). Stradivarius violins, cellos, and guitars are among the most treasured musical instruments in the world. Crafted during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries, the pieces are rare and invaluable. Something so precious deserves the … Continue reading Daily Scripture Series – Jan. 29th