By Andrew Williams “The LORD is my strength and my shield; in him my heart trusts, and I am helped; my heart exults, and with my song I give thanks to him.” (Psalm 28:7) Good morning fellow disciples As followers of Christ, we are often tempted to rely on our own strength and abilities to […]
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By Andrew Williams “No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.” (1 Corinthians 10:13) Good morning fellow disciples
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By Andrew Williams “For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.” (Matthew 6:14-15) Good morning fellow disciples Forgiveness is a crucial part of the Christian life, yet it is often one of the
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By Andrew Williams Good morning fellow disciples. Have you ever noticed how the world often revolves around the idea of “me, me, me”? We’re bombarded with messages that tell us to focus on our own needs, to chase our own desires. But amidst this self-centered clamor, God whispers a different message: a message of love,
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By Andrew Williams Good morning fellow disciples. Have you ever felt like you’re stuck in a rut, your thoughts constantly circling around the same negative patterns? It’s easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of life, letting our minds be shaped by fear, worry, and negativity. But God offers us a way out, a
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By Andrew Williams Good morning fellow disciples. Have you ever felt the tug of two opposing forces within you? One whispering promises of ease and comfort, the other urging you towards a path that seems difficult, even scary. This internal struggle is a reflection of the constant battle between our fleshly desires and the call
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By Andrew Williams Good morning fellow disciples. In the hustle and bustle of daily life, it’s easy to feel like we’re constantly running on empty. We crave a moment of peace, a chance to simply breathe and reconnect. But where can we find this sanctuary? The answer lies in the simple act of choosing to
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By Andrew Williams ‘One day as Jesus was walking along the shore of the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers—Simon, also called Peter, and Andrew—throwing a net into the water, for they fished for a living. Jesus called out to them, “Come, follow me, and I will show you how to fish for people!”
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By Andrew Williams “You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” – Matthew 5:43-44 Good morning fellow disciples. Few teachings of Jesus are as challenging and counter-cultural as His call to love
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By Andrew Williams “There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is no male and female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus.” – Galatians 3:28 Good morning fellow disciples. Our world is wonderfully diverse – a tapestry woven together with myriad cultures, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives. And as
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