In the midst of dire circumstances, Jochebed’s faith shone through her actions. With meticulous care, she crafted a papyrus basket, coating it with tar and pitch to create a waterproof haven for her infant son Moses (Exodus 2:3). This seemingly simple act speaks volumes about her trust in God’s provision and protection. The Hebrew word used for the basket in which Moses was placed is “tebah” (תֵּבָה), the same word used to describe Noah’s ark in the book of Genesis. This connection suggests that just as Noah’s ark was a means of salvation for him and his family during the flood, Moses’ basket served as a means of protection and…

Parenting is a delicate dance of trust and guidance. Learn from Jochebed's faith and courage as you navigate the balance between protection and empowerment.

Discover your God-given potential beyond worldly labels. See yourself through the imago Dei lens.

In the quiet hours of Good Friday, amidst the shadow of the cross, a profound exchange occurs—one that speaks to the heart of the gospel of Christ. It is a simple moment: a criminal, with a life of wrongdoing, reaches out in faith. “Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom,” he pleads. There are no elaborate creeds spoken, no deeds to present; there is only the naked, vulnerable plea of a heart seeking grace. Jesus responds quickly, showing the deep grace of God. “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” As Jesus says in John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that…

Jericho’s towering walls stood as an imposing barrier, a physical embodiment of the fear that paralyzed its inhabitants. Yet amidst the collective dread, one woman’s faith shattered those confining walls – Rahab, a Gentile once ensnared in sin, boldly declared, “I know that the Lord has given you the land…for the Lord your God, He is God in heaven above and on earth beneath” (Joshua 2:9-11). While her fellow citizens cowered behind Jericho’s fortifications, Rahab embodied a living, active faith that transcended mere intellectual assent. Her conviction propelled her beyond the walls of fear and unbelief, compelling her to risk her life by sheltering the Israelite spies – an act…

In the shadow of Jericho's formidable walls, we find a profound lesson in faith. As the Israelites stood before the unknown, commanded to march in silence, they faced a choice that echoes through our lives today. Will we trust in the process, even when progress is invisible and God's methods seem irrational? This exploration invites you to journey through the intersections of doubt and faith, control and surrender, as we seek to understand the true nature of trust in the midst of life's transitions.