Getting out of the house with kids can be a test of patience. I often ask them if they are ready and they say “yes,” but when I check on them they have no shoes. There is still 5-10 minutes of shoe and sock searching before they will ever be truly ready to go. In … Continue reading The Armor of God: Feet Shod with the Gospel of Peace
Talk Like a Man
Most men today have been sold a cheap imitation of manhood—especially when it comes to how they speak. We’re told that “talking like a man” means cursing loudly, bragging boldly, mocking others, keeping our emotions locked down, or using sharp, aggressive words to prove our strength. Our culture imagines masculinity as a kind of verbal … Continue reading Talk Like a Man
The Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness
When young David faced Goliath, King Saul offered him his royal armor. It was heavy, cumbersome, and—above all—unfamiliar. David tried to walk in it but quickly realized, “I cannot go with these, for I have not tested them” (1 Samuel 17:39). Saul’s armor wasn’t made for him, and if he tried to fight in it, … Continue reading The Armor of God: The Breastplate of Righteousness
The Will of the Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lessons 12 & 13—Getting the Big Picture)
Before you can fully grasp the details of a map, it helps to step back and see the full terrain. The same is true with the Sermon on the Mount. Whether you’re beginning this study or completing it, this lesson is designed to help you get your bearings—to understand the overall shape, structure, and purpose … Continue reading The Will of the Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lessons 12 & 13—Getting the Big Picture)
Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 18)
Psalm 18 opens with one of the most personal declarations of love in the entire Bible: “I love You, O LORD, my strength.” (v.1) The heading of the psalm itself tells us the context: “A psalm of David, the servant of the LORD, who addressed the words of this song to the LORD on the … Continue reading Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 18)
The Armor of God: The Belt of Truth (Ephesians 6:14)
In Jeremiah 13, we are given a powerful demonstration. God tells Jeremiah to get a linen belt. This linen belt or sash perhaps represents a special woven belt which was part of the priestly garments (cf. Exodus 28:39-41). The purpose of this belt (and the other part of a priest’s attire) was for beauty and … Continue reading The Armor of God: The Belt of Truth (Ephesians 6:14)
The Will of the Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 11—Beware of False Foundations)
As Jesus brings the Sermon on the Mount to a close, He ends with a series of powerful warnings—not about external enemies, but about internal self-deception. In this final section, we’re asked to examine whether our foundation of faith is real or false. Jesus exposes two great dangers: Saying “Lord, Lord” while refusing to actually … Continue reading The Will of the Father: A Guide to the Sermon on the Mount (Lesson 11—Beware of False Foundations)
The Armor of God: Standing Strong in the Lord (Ephesians 6:10–13)
Among a knight’s most treasured possessions were his weapons and armor. These were not ornamental trinkets but the very tools that equipped him to fight and survive in battle. Armor meant life. A knight without armor was simply a man with a sword, vulnerable to every arrow and spear. Armor distinguished the knight from the … Continue reading The Armor of God: Standing Strong in the Lord (Ephesians 6:10–13)
4 Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make in a Crisis
Crisis reveals character. When the storm hit the Sea of Galilee, the disciples had Jesus in their boat—but their reactions showed exactly how not to handle an emergency. They panicked. They doubted God’s care. They cried out in desperation. They forgot who was with them. Men, storms will come in your life too. The question is—will you repeat their mistakes, or trust the One who still calms the sea? 🌊✝️
Songs of Strength and Wisdom (Psalm 17)
Have you ever prayed when life pressed you from every side—when enemies seemed near, strength was failing, and you had nowhere else to turn? That’s the heart of Psalm 17. David cries out to God not from comfort, but from danger. In his words we learn how to: ✅ Pray with integrity and a clear conscience ✅ Rest under God’s wings of protection ✅ Lift our eyes from fleeting treasures to eternal satisfaction in His presence Psalm 17 reminds us that true strength is not found in what we possess, but in the God who hears, defends, and satisfies His people.
