When Confession Becomes a Turn: The Shape of Repentance

When Confession Becomes a Turn: The Shape of Repentance

Confession is not religious self-humiliation; it is truth-telling under grace. In 1 John 1:9, the Greek verb homologeō means to acknowledge, profess, or confess. God already knows our sin; confession just brings us out of hiding. We name sin honestly and entrust...
From News to Newness: How the Gospel Transforms Us

From News to Newness: How the Gospel Transforms Us

 The gospel is not advice for improving an old life; it is the announcement of what God has done in Jesus Christ. Paul calls it “the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes” (Romans 1:16). Christ died and rose, so those who belong to Him no longer need to...
God’s Greatest Purpose for Your Life | Part 2

God’s Greatest Purpose for Your Life | Part 2

Part Two: Formed Into the Image of Christ The Christian life is not primarily a self-improvement project. It is a lifelong work of God’s grace that forms His people into the image of Jesus Christ. Romans 8:29 tells us that believers are “predestined to be conformed to...
God’s Greatest Purpose for Your Life | Part 1

God’s Greatest Purpose for Your Life | Part 1

Part One: God’s Defining Purpose When believers ask about God’s will for their lives, the conversation often quickly turns to decisions: Which career should I pursue? Whom should I marry? Where should I serve? What ministry is God calling me to? Those questions...