Redemption establishes ownership—but resurrection establishes relationship. We are not only purchased—we are adopted. “Behold what manner of love the Father has bestowed on us, that we should be called children of God!” — 1 John 3:1 (NKJV)“…that we should be called children of God; and so we are.” — (ESV) From Seed to Family The wheat metaphor … Read more
Eastertide is not simply a season of remembrance—it is a declaration of identity. Because Jesus rose, we are no longer lost, wandering seeds scattered in uncertainty. We are redeemed, gathered, planted, and secured in Him. “Knowing that you were not redeemed with corruptible things, like silver or gold… but with the precious blood of Christ.” — … Read more
Theme: Because He lives, I can face tomorrow with Courage and Joy. The sweetness of God is found in Jesus’ Resurrection. Because He lives, I can face each day with courage and joy. O, how sweet it is to be loved by God (John 3:16). ‘Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus … Oh, for … Read more
Week Four: Make Your Confession Sure Commit This Lent 2026 To: Choose: God’s love is unconditional. His grace and mercy cannot be outgrown, outpaced, or overturned by human failure. Thurman’s call still echoes: “When the song of the angels is stilled… the work of Christmas begins.” – Howard Thurman So too, when the ashes are … Read more
Week Three: Unchanging Grace in a Changing Season Scripture: Hebrews 6:13–20; 13:5 God’s promise—His “Surely I will” oath—is not subject to cultural revision. His grace does not change with public opinion or generational mood. It anchors the soul when truth itself feels negotiable. Reflection:We have good reason to be hopeful and to hold fast to the hope set before … Read more
Week Two: Righteousness by Faith Scripture: Romans 5:1–4; Philippians 3:9 By faith in Jesus, we are made right with God—not by merit, nor by heritage, nor by social location. This righteousness transcends every human boundary. It gives us peace when systems fail and grace when certainty disappears. Thurman reminds us: “Faith is the assurance that the life … Read more
Week One: The Reason for My Hope — Christ Our Foundation Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:11; 10:4 “For no one can lay a foundation other than that which is laid, which is Jesus Christ.” Our hope is not built on systems, identities, or ideologies—but on Christ, the Rock who followed Israel through the wilderness (1 Cor. 10:4), and … Read more
Extraordinary Hope in an Uncertain Season Theme: Make Your Election Sure Lent arrives this year in a world that feels stretched thin across fault lines—race, culture, class, belief, unbelief, and the growing confusion between biblical truth and culturally constructed “truths.” Yet across these fractured landscapes of humanity—where dysfunction, ignorance, and despair often speak louder than … Read more
The Birth and Second Coming of Christ—Celebrating the Hope of Jesus Across Cultures and Generations By: Pastor Angie Snow December 26, 2025 The Christmas season unites Christians from all walks of life to celebrate the most important event in history: the birth of Jesus Christ. It’s a time for rejoicing, not only in His first … Read more
Purpose of the Study: This study will explore the biblical significance of the 12 Days of Christmas and how Christians can deepen their understanding and observance of this sacred season. Many people celebrate Christmas as just a single day, but the Christmas season actually spans 12 days, from December 25th to January 6th, culminating in … Read more