Hebrews 11:11 (NLT) says, “It was by faith that even Sarah was able to have a child, though she was barren and was too old. She believed that God would keep His promise.” This verse shows the power of belief. You don’t need to know how or when God will fulfil His promises. You simply…
Author: Kate
Standing Back-to-Back: The Strength of Godly Marriages
Standing back to back with your spouse is a powerful image, and there’s a deep reason for it rooted in both biblical wisdom and the practical strength it offers to a marriage. In Ecclesiastes 4:12 (NLT), it says, “A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated, but two can stand back-to-back and conquer. Three…
Understanding Sheol, Hades, Gehenna, Abraham’s Bosom, and Paradise: A Glimpse Into the Afterlife
I know I promised to talk about “back-to-back” in marriage, and maybe we’ll cover that tomorrow. But today, I want us to explore something different—Sheol, Hades, Gehenna, Abraham’s bosom, and Paradise. I pray that the Holy Spirit will guide me as I explain this as best as I can, drawing from what I’ve learned. Sheol…
The Power of Teamwork: A Lesson from Worship and Marriage
Yesterday, I witnessed a beautiful example of teamwork during the praise and worship session. The lead singer briefly lost her voice, something I quickly noticed since I tend to be very observant — both a strength and a weakness at times. It seemed she was also tired, which is completely natural when serving wholeheartedly. As…
The Difference Between Fear and Respect: Lessons from Haman’s Pride
Haman was a man filled with pride. In Esther 3:5 (NLT), we see that Haman became very angry because Mordecai refused to bow down or show him respect. Then, in Esther 5:9 (NLT), Haman’s anger flared up again when he saw Mordecai sitting calmly at the gate, not standing or acting afraid when Haman passed…