Today, we examine Psalm 51, King David’s deeply personal and heartfelt prayer of repentance after being confronted by the prophet Nathan about his sin with Bathsheba. I am featuring an incredible commentary written by Alexander MacLaren. Please take the time to read his insightful words. There is so much depth and understanding in his explanation […]
Psalm 80 Foreshadows the Messiah and Points to Jesus
A Cry for Rescue, A Glimpse of Redemption Psalm 80 is one of those hauntingly beautiful laments that echoes through the centuries with unmistakable urgency. It’s the cry of a broken people—scattered, afflicted, longing for restoration. But hidden in its poetic appeals is something more than desperation: there’s hope. A hope for a Shepherd, a […]
Choosing God’s Will
The following scripture from Matthew and commentary from Watchman Nee address the important issue of choosing God’s will over our own. Today’s blog post explores the important distinction between burden and cross. And he that doth not take his cross and follow after me, is not worthy of me. Matthew 10.38. Watchman Nee writes: “A […]
Fear of the Lord is Wisdom
Job 28 is an incredible verse in one of the most powerful books of the Bible. In it, Job argues that fear of the Lord is wisdom. Man can mine gold and gems deep in the earth while animals don’t even know they exist. Similarly, man can search for wisdom, but he’s as incapable of […]
A Better Way Forward
A Legacy in Waiting For many Jews today, the Messianic hope still lingers in the background—woven into liturgies, sung in songs, whispered in prayers, and held as a deep yearning for a world finally healed. The prophets of the Hebrew Scriptures spoke of a time when swords would be beaten into plowshares, when justice would […]
Written on the Heart
For centuries, people have carried a profound hope—a vision of a world made whole, a Messianic Age when justice, peace, and divine presence would finally dwell among us. Yet today, many find that hope dulled by time, buried under the weight of tradition, secularism, or pain. In this reflection, we explore a better way forward—a […]
Acupuncture Sustains Good Health
Fuel for the Engine—Fuel for the Body What happens when you put cheap, dirty fuel in a car engine? At first, the car might still run, but over time, that low-quality fuel begins to damage the engine. The build-up of grime and the lack of clean combustion slowly reduce the efficiency and lifespan of the […]
Salvation for the Jews: Part Two
Salvation for the Jews: Part Two The early Jewish believers in Jesus—often called the Jerusalem Church or Jewish Christians—lived directly in a tension between the Old Covenant (the Law of Moses) and the New Covenant established through Jesus. Their experiences help us understand how the earliest followers of Christ, many of whom were devout Jews, […]
Salvation for the Jews: Part One
Salvation for the Jews: Part One A Question of Faith If a devout Jew makes a sincere effort to follow the Mosaic Laws and Ten Commandments, can he be saved even though he does not accept Jesus? God made a covenant with the Jews. If they, in good faith, fear the Lord and abide by […]
Maximizing Health in Summer: Tips from Chinese Medicine
Ah, summer—the season of watermelon wedges, flip-flops, and mosquitoes that seem to have a personal vendetta against you. But beyond beach trips and backyard barbecues, summer is also a critical time for optimizing wellness—especially if you’re following the principles of Chinese medicine. Maximizing health in summer isn’t just about wearing sunscreen and drinking more water […]
The Sin of Presumption: A Subtle but Serious Offense
In our modern walk of faith, we often focus on avoiding obvious sins—lying, cheating, rebellion, or disobedience. But there is a quieter, more deceptive danger lurking beneath the surface: the sin of presumption. This sin doesn’t necessarily look like rebellion; in fact, it often masquerades as spiritual zeal. Yet acting without God’s clear direction, even […]
When Justice Meets Mercy
Introduction: A Storm and a Savior Reading the Old Testament prophets can feel like stepping into a storm. The language is fierce, the warnings dire, and the consequences severe. But when we read these passages through the lens of the New Testament—through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ—we begin to see something more […]
The Benefits of Napping
Feeling that afternoon slump? That foggy-headed feeling where your to-do list starts to look like ancient hieroglyphics? Well, you’re not alone! Many of us power through with another cup of coffee, but what if there was a more enjoyable and effective solution? Enter the glorious world of napping! Seriously, exploring the benefits of napping can […]
Message to My Fellow Secular Jews
When the Old Testament Hurt Too Much to Believe Today’s blog post is a message to my fellow secular Jews. There was a time in my life when I couldn’t relate to the Old Testament. I was born Jewish, raised with the stories and traditions, but I didn’t believe. Not really. The God of the […]
Trusting God with What We Love Most
Wrestling with a Difficult Story Thinking about Abraham’s willingness to sacrifice his son Isaac gives me trouble. Maybe it gives you trouble too. I understand the importance of self-sacrifice. I understand laying down our lives for others, like Jesus did. And I understand that as followers of Christ, we may be called to die for […]
Space Acupuncture
Space travel presents unique challenges for the human body. From muscle atrophy to immune system suppression, astronauts endure significant physiological changes due to prolonged exposure to microgravity. While modern medicine provides various countermeasures, traditional therapies like acupuncture could play a vital role in addressing these health concerns. Space acupuncture—the application of acupuncture in space—could offer […]
Seasonal Allergies: Myths and Truths
Debunking Common Myths About Seasonal Allergies* Every spring, as pollen blankets cars and sidewalks, so does a flood of advice about seasonal allergies—some of it misleading. Fortunately, Dr. Edwin Kim, a leading expert in allergies and immunology at the UNC School of Medicine and director of the UNC Food Allergy Initiative, has set the record […]
Differing Views on Atonement
Christians believe that Jesus’ death on the cross was the ultimate blood sacrifice, taking away our sins forever. They point to Biblical references that say, first, that only a blood offering is sufficient for atonement. And second, that Jesus provided the ultimate blood offering. From this perspective, the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 […]
Our Daily Choice
Every morning, we wake up to our daily choice: Do we believe that God is sovereign over the world, or do we accept the idea that human intellect is the highest authority? The answer to this question shapes how we live, what we value, and ultimately, where we place our hope. In 1 Corinthians 1:18-21, […]
Experiencing Spiritual Emptiness
Experiencing spiritual emptiness is often required in the process of spiritual growth and transformation. Watchman Nee tackles this issue in his commentary on Daniel 10:8. “So I was left alone, and saw this great vision, and there remained no strength in me; for my comeliness was turned in me into corruption, and I retained no […]
