Peter stepped out of the boat twice. The second time, it wasn’t for a miracle but because his heart longed to be with Jesus above all else.
Peter stepped out of the boat twice. The second time, it wasn’t for a miracle but because his heart longed to be with Jesus above all else.
Faith isn’t about forcing a public confession. The Holy Spirit gives us faith in Christ, and that faith naturally shines through our words and actions.
When sin and death entangle us, God hears our cry. Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, the chains are broken, and His victory becomes ours.
What if Jesus’ parable of the hidden treasure isn’t primarily about what we’re willing to give up for Him, but about what He was willing to give up for us? Jesus sees you as treasure worth dying for. He gave everything—even His life on the cross—to redeem you from sin, death, and the power of the evil one. When life feels puzzling and God’s plan is difficult to understand, we can rest securely in His love and trust Him to work all things according to His good purpose.
When your sins make you wonder whether God could still love you, remember this: Christ chose you, died for you, and made you His own while you were still a sinner.
Jesus doesn’t save us from a distance. He comes near to sinners, making us clean, holy, and children of God through His love and sacrifice.
“What shall we do?” The answer isn’t earning forgiveness—it’s receiving it. Jesus already paid the price and offers grace freely to all.