Rosh Hashanah 2025 began at sundown on Monday, September 22, and will continue through sundown on Wednesday, September 24, 2025. Rosh Hashanah (Hebrew: ראש השנה), means “head of the year”. It is the start of the Jewish New Year and is the first of the High Holy days or Days of Awe celebrated ten days before Yom Kippur. Rosh Hashanah is the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve, a day of judgment and coronation, and is celebrated with the sounding of the shofar, prayer, and eating sweet foods. So why should we as Christians celebrate this Jewish holy Read More
Category: God’s Presence
No Permission Needed
There is room at the table for all of us. We do not have to fight each other. God equipped us and gave us permission the moment we were conceived. If you are not able to find the table God prepared for you, you need to create one and invite others to join you. Exercise the power of agreement.
Beyond Human Understanding: God’s Gift of Wisdom
Job 28:20–28 offers a powerful reminder about the source of true wisdom. In the midst of deep suffering, Job reflects on humanity’s ability to uncover the earth’s treasures—yet acknowledges that true wisdom cannot be found through human effort alone. It belongs to God and is revealed to those who fear Him. Wisdom begins not with knowledge or achievement, but with a reverent heart that seeks and trusts the Lord. Just as a flower begins with a seed hidden beneath the soil, Godly wisdom begins in the quiet place of reverence—the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom. At first, there Read More
Fireflies & Divine Revelation
Growing up in the country, I was privileged to see fireflies light up the night on a regular basis. They are quite beautiful to behold. As I watched them, I thought about how God’s Word is revealed to us and impacts our daily lives. Here is a lesson from the firefly. Fireflies Illuminate the Darkness—So Does Divine Revelation Fireflies shine brightest in the dark, offering a glimpse of light in otherwise shadowy places. Their glow stands out not because the environment is bright, but because it’s *not*. Divine revelation works the same. God’s truth often comes in the darkness—when we’re Read More
Practicing God’s Presence
When we are faced with storms, we need to practice God’s presence. If we follow God’s plan, we can make it through life’s many storms. God hides us safely under the cover of His wings (Psalm 91), where no harm can come to us. All we have to do is abide forever in His presence. These lyrics from a song by Paul Wilbur (In Your Presence) inspire me. Whenever I am faced with what appears to be insurmountable trials, I listen to this song. By focusing on the Word, the storms no longer seem insurmountable. If you are facing storms, Read More
Jehovah-Sabaoth: The God Who Troubles Your Troubles
Jehovah-Sabaoth (יהוה צְבָאוֹת) means “The Lord of Hosts” or “The Lord of Armies.” This name emphasizes God as the supreme commander of heavenly and earthly forces, fighting on behalf of His people and troubling the troubles that rise against them. The word “Sabaoth” (צְבָאוֹת) refers to a great multitude, an army, or a host of heavenly beings. It is a name that reveals God’s authority over both the spiritual and natural realms—showing that He is not only a protector but a warrior who wages war against forces that oppose His will. In 2 Kings 7:6-7, God sends a sound to Read More