In today’s world, it’s easy to become caught up in the cultural and political battles and culture wars that dominate our society. From social media debates to news headlines, we’re constantly being pulled into conflicts over who is right and who is wrong. Yet, when we turn to the teachings of Jesus, we find a…
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My Dear Child, I see the heaviness in your heart, the way regret has woven itself into your thoughts and settled in your soul. I know how often you replay the past, wondering what might have been if only things had gone differently. You carry these memories like stones, weighed down by decisions you wish…
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Father, What are you trying to show me in this trial? Are you showing me anything? Is your intent to teach me? Is there something I am supposed to learn from this? Or is my time of tribulation part of a broader story that you are telling? Is this about me? Or is it about…
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Dear Moms, I see you. I know the depth of your love, the hours you spend caring for your children, and the quiet sacrifices you make each day. Your role is vital and precious, and it does not go unnoticed by me. I know there are days when you feel overwhelmed and unappreciated. In those…
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It’s troubling to see how often those who are called to love can lose their way and fall into hate. This isn’t the path that Jesus laid out for us. Jesus’ message is rooted deeply in love – for God, for our neighbors, and even for those who oppose us. Jesus’ teachings are straightforward on…
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My Beloved Child, I see you, even in your hiding. I know why you feel the need to withdraw, why you’ve built walls around your heart. You’re overwhelmed by the weight of your burdens, haunted by past mistakes, and fearful of being seen and judged. You might think that distancing yourself from others—and from Me—will…
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In the serene halls of Hamburg, Germany’s Carl von Ossietzky State and University Library, a fragment of papyrus lay unnoticed for decades. This seemingly insignificant piece of ancient Greek text has now been identified as the oldest known version of the Infancy Gospel of Thomas (IGT). The Discovery of the Manuscript The journey of this…
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Dear Beloved Child, I see you. I see the struggles you face, the burdens you carry, and the fears that chase you. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed, to want to run and hide from the difficulties that life presents. You might not even realize you’re running, but your heart knows. It’s searching for peace, for…
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While the modern evangelical church faces challenges with followers trying to mold Jesus to fit their preferences, the reality is that the first-century Galilean doesn’t offer us that choice. The way of Jesus wasn’t for everyone then, and it isn’t for everyone now. The God of the universe made flesh doesn’t make it easy for…
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Dear Beloved, I see the journey you’re on and understand the path you have walked. Growing up with certain teachings has shaped your understanding of faith, and now, as you explore new perspectives, you might feel a mix of curiosity and concern. Know that I am with you in this exploration. It’s natural to question…
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