The Bible talks a lot about worship—what it is, why it matters, and how to do it. The heart of worship is simple: giving thanks. Romans 1 paints a sobering picture of what happens when people worship created things instead of the Creator. It describes idolatry like this: “they did not honor Him as God or give thanks.” That’s it. Ingratitude is a primary symptom of idolatry— a refusal to acknowledge God as the giver of every good gift. It’s a heart and a life that stops saying, “Thank you,...

“Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” — Matthew 26:41 In Gethsemane, Jesus found His disciples asleep when they should have been awake. They loved him. They were sincere disciples. Their spirits were willing. They truly wanted to stand firm for Christ in the hour of temptation and testing. However, their flesh was weak. Can you relate?  This biblical scene captures a tension every follower of Jesus knows well. We want to...

Why do I feel spiritually weak and stuck?  Have you ever asked yourself that question? You confess Christ as Lord and Savior. You hear...