Posts with the category “evangelism”

What if the greatest relief in the Christian life is discovering that the weight of saving souls was never ours to carry? In this message rooted in 1 Corinthians 3, we are drawn into a profound truth about God's providence: He is the one who plants, waters, and gives the growth. We are not the source of transformation in others' lives, and we are not even the source of our own spiritual maturation. That power belongs entirely to God. Yet here is the beautiful paradox at the heart of this message: because God does all of this, we are freed to participate joyfully rather than striving anxiously. Like children who pull up a stool beside a parent in the kitchen, we are invited into the work not because we make it better, but because a good Father delights in having us near. The story of Thomas Jefferson Bowen, who spent just five years planting the first Baptist church in Nigeria only to see 9 million Baptists and 12,000 churches emerge 175 years later, stands as a breathtaking testimony to what God's providence accomplishes through faithful, ordinary people. This message calls us to stop staring at the sky and fix our eyes on the work in front of us, whether that work is happening across the ocean or in the next aisle at the grocery store.  Read More

Gospel conversations often center on forgiveness—and rightly so. Yet when forgiveness becomes the whole message, the gospel is unintentionally reduced. This post argues that forgiveness is not the destination of the good news but the doorway into something far greater: the Kingdom of God. By recovering the Kingdom framework that shaped Jesus’ own proclamation, we see that salvation is more than the removal of guilt; it is restoration to God’s reign, relationship, and purposes. Forgiven people are not merely pardoned—they are welcomed into a new reality marked by justice, mercy, beauty, and hope. This article invites readers to rediscover the fullness of the gospel as an invitation not only to be forgiven, but to live under the good and gracious rule of King Jesus.  Read More

In John 5, Jesus asks a seemingly obvious yet deeply revealing question of a man who had been disabled for thirty-eight years: “Do you want to be healed?” This blog post reflects on why that question matters—not only for the invalid at the Pool of Bethesda, but for every person Jesus encounters. Through careful engagement with the biblical text and personal testimony, the post explores how our assumptions, excuses, and desire for control can blind us to what God is able to do. Healing, whether from unbelief, sin, fear, or complacency, does not begin with full understanding but with humble trust. For both unbelievers and believers alike, Jesus’ question confronts us with a choice: remain where we are, or rise in faith and walk into the new life He offers.  Read More

For centuries, people have offered a wide array of answers to the question, “Who is Jesus of Nazareth?” Much like observing a prism from different angles, perspectives on Jesus vary—some call him a moral teacher, a prophet, or a good man, while others deny his existence altogether. This post seeks clarity not by surveying public opinion but by going directly to the source: Jesus’ own words. Focusing on three of his self-descriptions—Son of Man, Son of God, and the Way, the Truth, and the Life—we explore how Jesus uniquely reveals both his humanity and divinity, his relationship with the Father, and his exclusive role as the Savior who reconciles people to God. Beyond theology, the post also reflects on the author’s personal experience of Jesus as faithful friend, provider, comforter, and source of enduring hope—even in seasons marked by grief, fear, and uncertainty. Ultimately, the question Jesus asked his disciples still confronts each of us today: “Who do you say that I am?” This is not merely a historical inquiry but the most important question any person will ever answer.  Read More

In this post, we’ll explore how gospel conversations can become acts of worship that are marked by humility, curiosity, and faith rather than battles of persuasion. We’ll also look at the role of asking good questions, giving answers that fit the moment, and leaving room for God to provide future opportunities.  Read More