Hitting the Target: Building Up One Another

A story is told of a master archer who thought he was the best in the world. As he travelled he noticed a bard with several targets painted on the side. Inside every target, dead center at the bullseye, was an arrow. The archer was amazed that someone could be this good. He stopped to … Read more

Bearing One Another’s Burdens

Have you ever wondered why the Bible seems to give contradictory advice about carrying burdens? In Galatians 6, Paul tells us to “carry each other’s burdens” but then says “each one should carry their own load.” This apparent contradiction reveals a profound truth about Christian community and how we’re meant to support one another. The … Read more

Why We Need Each Other: Understanding the Body of Christ

Have you ever wondered why faith feels incomplete when practiced alone? Many people today approach Christianity with a “lone ranger” mentality, believing that faith is simply between them and God. However, Scripture reveals a different picture – one where believers are designed to function together as interconnected parts of Christ’s body. The Problem with Going … Read more

What does the Bible Really Say About Worship?

When we think about worship, most of us immediately picture singing, raised hands, and musical performances. But what if our common understanding of worship doesn’t fully align with what the Bible actually teaches? Like the famous line from The Princess Bride – “You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you … Read more

Loving One Another: Moving Beyond Self-Centered Love

Have you ever experienced something completely different from what you expected? Sometimes we think we’re getting one thing, but it turns out to be something entirely different. This happens more often than we realize, especially when it comes to understanding what love truly means. What Does It Mean to Be “Curved In on Ourselves”? Augustine … Read more