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Why We Sing Singing has always been an important part of Christian worship, but have you ever stopped to consider why we sing? Congregational singing is not simply a way to begin a worship service, or fill the time between other parts of the service, or only to prepare us to hear the sermon. Scripture gives singing a much greater purpose. Paul writes: "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and

Download a printable PDF version of the Blog. “Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God” (Psalm 90:2). Before time existed and before light broke through darkness, God already was. Not lonely. Not incomplete. Not waiting for creation to fulfill Him. This is the foundation of everything that follows in Scripture. God has always existed and depends on nothing outside Himself for His exis

The Big Picture: God at the Center from Genesis to Revelation is about learning to see Scripture as one unfolding story and, above all, learning to see God at its center. Throughout the series, one question will guide us: What does this reveal about God? Rather than beginning in Genesis and making one long journey straight through to Revelation, we are going to approach Scripture in several passes. We'll travel from Genesis to Revelation more than once, looking at something d

We often open Scripture asking questions like, “What does this mean for me?” “What am I supposed to do?” or “How does this apply to my life?” Those are important questions, but I’m becoming convinced that they shouldn’t be our first questions. Before we ask what the Bible says about us, we need to ask a much bigger question: What does this reveal about God? The Bible begins with four simple words: “In the beginning, God…” (Genesis 1:1). And when we reach the final chapters of

One cannot consider the great hymns of our faith without thinking of perhaps the most well-known hymn of all. Throughout the years, it has been re-recorded, reimagined, and arranged in countless styles. New verses have been added, and chord progressions modernized, yet none have surpassed the timeless beauty and enduring message of the original. This week's hymn is none other than Amazing Grace, a timeless reminder of the hope we have through God's saving grace. Background: T

There is something deeply refreshing about returning to the great hymns of our faith. While every generation writes new songs of praise, the old hymns have endured because they are rich with Scripture and sound doctrine. They teach us about the character of God, the work of Christ, the hope of the gospel, and the call to holy living. As we sing them, we aren't simply enjoying beautiful melodies. We are filling our hearts and minds with biblical truth. The Bible tells us to "l

The silence of Saturday gave way to the victory of Sunday, a new dawn rising over a world that believed the story had ended. After the suffering and sorrow of Good Friday, the next day arrived quietly. The crowds were gone. The shouting had stopped. The cross stood empty, and the tomb was sealed. To those who loved Jesus, hope felt buried and the future uncertain. From a human perspective, death had won. Scripture tells us very little about that day, and perhaps that quietnes

Good Friday is the day Christians pause to remember the suffering, crucifixion, and death of Jesus Christ. It is a solemn day, marked not by celebration but by reflection. On this day, we confront the reality of the cross, including its brutality, its injustice, and its purpose. The events of Good Friday force us to face both the depth of human sin and the immeasurable love of God. The Gospels record the details with careful reverence. Jesus was scourged, beaten, mocked, and

After the celebration of Palm Sunday, Jerusalem did not grow quieter; it grew more restless. The city was crowded with pilgrims preparing for Passover, and conversations about Jesus were everywhere. Some spoke of Him with excitement. Others whispered with suspicion. Religious leaders watched Him closely. Tensions escalated as Jesus taught publicly in the temple courts. Each encounter with His truth exposed hearts, and each exposure increased resistance. The more clearly Jesus

After the celebration of Palm Sunday, the mood in Jerusalem began to shift. The same city that welcomed Jesus with palm branches and shouts of praise would soon become the place of confrontation, warning, and ultimately rejection. Between the triumphal entry and the Last Supper, Scripture records several pivotal events that deepen the significance of Jesus’ arrival in Jerusalem. These moments were not random; they revealed the condition of the people’s hearts and pointed clea

Palm Sunday: Remembering the King Who Came in Humility As we enter into Holy Week, the week leading up to Easter Sunday, tradition brings us to the remembrance of Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem in the final days before His crucifixion. This moment in history is what we know as Palm Sunday. As we remember and prepare our hearts for worship on Palm Sunday, we experience a unique emotional tension. It is both a day of sorrow, as we recognize that Christ’s suffering an

Revelation 19-22 (biblegateway.com) The King Returns and All Things Are Made New After the fall of Babylon and the exposure of every false power, the final vision turns from judgment to victory. What follows reveals the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. Revelation 19–22 brings Scripture to its triumphant conclusion. These chapters reveal the return of Jesus Christ, the final defeat of Satan, the establishment of God’s eternal kingdom, and the restoration of all creation.

Revelation 12-18 (biblegateway.com) The Fall of the Dragon and the Collapse of Babylon Thus far in our reading of Revelation (1–5), the focus has been set firmly on Jesus Christ and on the authority from which all that follows proceeds. John has been drawn into heaven, where God sits enthroned in holiness and glory, receiving unceasing worship. From that throne comes the sealed scroll that contains God’s purposes for judgment and redemption. It is then revealed that only one

Revelation 6-11 (biblegateway.com) Judgment, Mercy, and the Call to Repent Having seen the risen Christ and the Lamb declared worthy to open God’s scroll, the vision now moves from worship in heaven to judgment on the earth. What follows reveals how God confronts rebellion, warns humanity, and preserves His people amid unfolding judgment. Revelation 6–11 describes the opening movements of God’s end-time judgment, yet these chapters are marked not only by wrath, but also by me

Revelation 1-5 (biblegateway.com) The Risen Christ and the Throne of Heaven After John’s personal letters urging believers to walk in truth and love, he now records the revelation given to him by Jesus Christ—a vision meant to strengthen the church, unveil Christ’s glory, and anchor believers in hope amid suffering. Revelation 1–5 opens the final book of Scripture with a focus not on fear, but on the glory, authority, and victory of Jesus Christ. Written to believers facing p