Cistern Construction After the fall and destruction of Jerusalem in 70 A.D., one group of Jews held out against the Roman armies for three more years. The group occupied the hilltop fortress of Masada. Read more
Breaking Stereotypes: Life Behind a Perfect Exterior Do you ever feel like there are stereotypes about you? It can feel like no one understands you when they view you based on the stereotypes you have. But it is so comforting that Jesus sees us for who we really are. Read more
What a Fellowship Christian fellowship takes many forms, but its purpose remains the same: encouraging one another in faith. How is God inviting you to encourage someone this week? Read more
No Need to Fear Jesus walked with the disciples and people for three and a half years of dedicated ministry on this earth. During that time, He did something no other religious leader had done. Read more
6 Words That Determine Who Controls Your Time We negotiate our lives either seeking everyone's approval or seeking faithful stewardship of what God entrusted to us. Read more
Oasis in the Desert Voted one of the New 7 Wonders of the World and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Petra captivates those who visit. Yet underneath this wonder is a system that gives us a spiritual lesson. Read more
Before We Speak, We Pray Behind the structure and discussion of church business is a deeper reality: people gathering, speaking, questioning and praying as they seek wisdom beyond themselves. Read more
A Word That Is Disappearing When we reclaim the word "no," we reclaim control over our resources, time and peace. Every day can be wonderful when we remember that "no" is often the most faithful answer to a world demanding our constant yes. Read more
Living Water Whenever you do something new you have to contend with the mystery of the unknown. Sometimes the discovery of that mystery comes with excitement, fear or a combination of several emotions. Read more
